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Gonzaga's campus community gathered to celebrate this momentous milestone in institutional history

Effort Transformational Thanks to More Than 40,000 Donors

“God gave you a gift today,” she said.

​Gonzaga student Eleanor Weisblat is working in the lab this summer with Nora Disis, M.D., renowned cancer researcher at the UW School of Medicine

​Gonzaga University alumnus Jabez LeBret is working to open a tuition-free boarding school that will focus on teens who show academic promise, but haven’t been able to reach their potential because of a lack of support at school or in the home.

​Sponsored Zag Analuz Torres’ (’19) love for Gonzaga started back in March of 2007 while she was just ten years old, watching the Zags compete in the NCAA tournament.

​From #ZagGrads Answer video series

​From #ZagGrads Answer video series

Student Speaker, 2018 Undergraduate Commencement

Gonzaga University conferred 2,083 undergraduate, graduate and law degrees (estimated) at its three 125th commencement exercises May 12-13, including: 1,151 bachelor's degrees, 770 master's degrees, 64 doctorates, and 98 law degrees.

Before leaving Gonzaga University, 12 graduates of the Class of 2018 took the time to respond to 10 questions. The questions range from why they chose to attend Gonzaga, to the best part of being a Zag, to the most important thing they learned while here.

'Success Rate' of 95 Percent

A visit to Gonzaga University as a high school junior to see his cousin, a Gonzaga student, convinced Chris Brummer that he wanted to become a Zag. Brummer, who graduates May 13 with a double major in accounting and business and a concentration in finance, figures he made the perfect choice.

Douglas Kempthorne, who graduated from Gonzaga University in ceremonies May 13 with a bachelor's of science in biology, has grown accustomed to a highly disciplined life, which he knows will serve him well in his career plans to become a physician.

Graduating senior Brahiam Villanueva ('18) says he found his passion for writing at Gonzaga University after throwing himself into multiple endeavors.

Coach Steve Hertz is not just synonymous with Zag. He defines the word.

Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies is launching a Certificate in Women’s Leadership with evaluation of applications beginning July 11. The three-month, non-degreed course begins in September and is designed for men and women who wish to develop skills and practices for advancing women in the workplace.

Entire Class of Students Request Spokane to Begin Medical Education

Gonzaga University is among the best 323 U.S., Canadian and British colleges and universities featured in the “Fiske Guide to Colleges 2019,” the respected independent guide to the best schools for 35 years announced this week. This marks the fourth consecutive year Gonzaga has been included in the publication.

The 1,200 first-year students Gonzaga University welcomes to campus this week represent one of the two brightest academic classes in its 131-year history — a virtual tie with last year’s entering class.

Ranked No. 2 for Best Graduation Rate & No. 6 for Best Value in Western Region; Undergraduate Engineering among Nation’s Best at No. 18

Best in Northwest

Event Marks 25th Anniversary of Opening

Gonzaga University’s Volkar Center for Athletic Achievement has received the prestigious “Gold” certification from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system, reaffirming Gonzaga’s commitment to sustainability.

The Gonzaga Integrated Science and Engineering Building will support new opportunities for faculty and students to work across the disciplines through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary problem-based initiatives. The new facility will be the symbol and the foundation that will catalyze this change at Gonzaga. It will be dedicated to both innovative teaching and research activities.

Due to the unmatched generosity of Gonzaga’s community of supporters, we have exceeded the original fundraising goal of $250 million. With this achievement comes a continued focus on growing the University’s endowment as well as building a new Integrated Science and Engineering facility, Gonzaga President Thayne McCulloh announced today.

Gonzaga University leaders and community members gathered Thursday to formally dedicate and bless the Della Strada Jesuit Community, a new home and spiritual haven for the Jesuits of Spokane.

The 1,265 first-year students Gonzaga University welcomed to campus in late August represent the strongest academic class in its 130-year history.

‘Engaging with Communities for Justice’

The Gonzaga University School of Law is launching a new Center for Civil and Human Rights this fall to further its mission-based commitment to public service and social justice, and to advance understanding of the law surrounding civil rights and civil liberties.

No. 2 Best Graduation Rate and No. 7 Best Value in West; Undergraduate Engineering among Nation’s Best at No. 19

Gonzaga University is included among the best 321 U.S., Canadian and British colleges and universities featured in the “Fiske Guide to Colleges 2018,” the publication – a top independent guide to the best schools for more than 30 years – announced this week. This marks the third consecutive year Gonzaga has been included in the guide.

Three close friends and May graduates of the Gonzaga University School of Business Administration have left legacies of leadership, tenacity and Zag pride throughout their undergraduate careers. Along the way, they also led efforts to help dozens of local entrepreneurs develop new products and businesses.

Leaders from Gonzaga University, the city and the arts community as well as Spokane alumni gathered recently for a blessing ceremony formally marking the start of construction of the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center made possible by an extraordinary gift from the late Miss Myrtle Woldson.

The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded Lisa Silvestri, assistant professor of communication studies at Gonzaga University, a two-year, $100,000 grant for her humanities-based research initiative “Telling War.”

Coach Mark Few said he could not be more proud

Join the Spokane community as we welcome back the Gonzaga University men’s basketball team with a Homecoming Rally

Initiative to advance medical education and research in the Spokane region celebrates milestone

Honored for Work in Classroom, on Court

Former Gonzaga men’s basketball great inducted during the WCC Induction Brunch at the Orleans Hotel.

Fritz Wolff to Discuss ‘The Dash’ in Gonzaga’s Pigott Entrepreneurship Lecture March 21

Gonzaga University supporters everywhere united on Feb. 11 to celebrate “Gonzaga Will” on the fifth annual Gonzaga Day.

Zags Third in Nation in Graduation Success Rate

Gonzaga University is among the nation’s best-value universities for students seeking outstanding academics and superb career preparation at an affordable price with generous financial aid, The Princeton Review announced this week.

Gonzaga University launches a 72-Hour Giving Challenge on Thursday with a goal of 2,000 donors to the University’s capital campaign.

"I would not be able to attend Gonzaga University without the support of donors whose scholarships are allowing me to pursue my passions in a supportive, uplifting and challenging environment."

A team of four students in Gonzaga University’s Comprehensive Leadership Program won first place and a $1,000 prize in an undergraduate case-study competition.

The future is now for a dozen Gonzaga University senior engineering students who are gaining hands-on research experience with “connected vehicles.”

Alumnus, Brother Raise Awareness of Differences

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine ranks Gonzaga University the No. 38 best value among private universities in the nation for 2017.

Gonzaga Achieves Major Milestones, Momentum Continues

Community Leaders Gather to Hear About What's Next for GU

Regional Health Partnership Celebrated at Open House

The Gonzaga community gathered to celebrate our soccer programs

Gonzaga Community Gathers to Break Ground on New Center

A blessing is shared over the new site for our Jesuit community.

The facility will set in motion a new era for Gonzaga’s leadership in the creative arts and the humanities while providing a magnificent venue for the entire community.

Gonzaga Trustees Approve Construction of New Jesuit Residence and Center for Athletic Achievement

Faculty Member Earns 2016 Award for Distinguished College or University Mathematics Teaching

An annual celebration to honor those who made this school year possible

There are 186 presentations scheduled and 232 total presenters, including 113 from Gonzaga

Colorado Native Has Faced Her Own Learning Challenges

A 24-hour challenge using skills in design, creativity, presentation, research and resourcefulness

Gonzaga invites the public to these free lectures in the new John J. Hemmingson Center on campus.

Gonzaga Alumnus Samuel Crosby Earns Prestigious National Award for Exemplary CPA Exam Performance

The innovative nurse anesthesia doctoral program focuses on clinical anesthesia and leadership.

The ranking is a reflection of the Gonzaga Master of Accountancy (MAcc) and Master of Science in Taxation (MSTax) programs, which currently enroll approximately 80 students.

Universities Launch Initiative to Advance Medical Education and Research in Spokane Region

For the 4th consecutive year, Gonzaga University is the nation’s top-ranked (tie) Peace Corps volunteer-producing institution among “Small Colleges and Universities.”

Ranked Among the Top 10 Percent of Higher Education Institutions Nationwide

Transformational Gift in the Gonzaga Will campaign

Join us on Saturday, February 13, 2016 for Gonzaga Day as the Women's Basketball team takes on Portland at home and the Men's Team takes on SMU in Dallas.

Largest Gift in GU History Will Fund Scholarships, Build Performing Arts Center

Largest Gift in GU History Will Establish Scholarship Endowment, Build Performing Arts Center

Celebrate Gonzaga's Future!

Join us as we formally bless and dedicate this space

New Campus Hub Elevates Experience

Gift Intended to Support Basketball Performance and Training

Johnson Scholarship Foundation Pledges $1 Million

McCarthey Family Pledges $1 million to Endowed Scholarship

Woldson Performing Arts Gift

Gonzaga University's state-of-the-art indoor tennis and golf facility