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Empowering individuals to thrive in intellect, vocation, and spirit, equipping them to embrace the challenges of today and tomorrow with resilience, purpose and a commitment to serving others.

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Excellence in Arts & Sciences

Celebrating a year of student achievement, new faculty expertise, and transformative research partnerships. Discover how Gonzaga’s College of Arts & Sciences is leading the way in 2025-2026.

CAS 2025-2026 Stories Highlights
Gonzaga University Biology Students conducting research with Dr. Betsy Bancroft at the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.

Wading for Insight

Students conducting research with Dr. Betsy Bancroft gain perspective on maintaining freshwater resources and biodiversity through their studies at the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.

Turnbull
Ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gonzaga University Patrick Ferro Center for Materials Research

New Ferro Center for Materials Research

The Patrick Ferro Center for Materials Research unites Gonzaga’s College of Arts & Sciences and School of Engineering & Applied Science to advance materials innovation and partnerships across the Inland Northwest.

Center for Materials Research

Explore Arts, Ideas, and Partnerships at Gonzaga

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ARTS at GONZAGA

Celebrate music, theater, visual arts, and more—experience the vibrant creativity of our students and faculty.

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IDEAS in the
College of Arts & Sciences

IDEAS brings together thought leaders, students, faculty, and the wider community for conversations that challenge, inspire, and expand perspectives.

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Strategic Partnerships

See how Gonzaga collaborates with organizations and communities to create meaningful impact locally and globally.

Student Spotlight

Gonzaga students Natalie Keller, Madylin Campbell, Kyle Sweeney and Michael Hanrahan with John Collett, M.A. of the Integrated Media Department standing behind a sign that Super Bowl LX.

Zags Report from Super Bowl Week

College of Arts & Sciences students gain hands-on media experience at Super Bowl LX, producing stories, interviewing athletes and covering events while applying Gonzaga journalism and broadcasting skills.

Zags at Super Bowl Week
Gonzaga University President Katia Passerini and student Jack Kashork at the Washington State capitol building in Olympia.

Student Voices for College Access

Gonzaga student Jack Kashork (’26) and President Katia Passerini support restoring funding to the Washington College Grant, helping ensure students across Washington can pursue higher education aligned with their values.

In The News Jack Kashork Supports Washington College Grant
Autumn Kern, Gonzaga University Environmental Studies & Sciences and Honors Student.

Leading the Way

Autumn Kern Wins YWCA Achievement Award

Gonzaga honors student Autumn Kern (ENVS) has been recognized with the YWCA's Young Woman of Achievement award — and her record makes clear why.

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Leading the Way

2026 Academic Awards

We are proud to highlight students from across the College who have made a meaningful impact through their studies and their dedication to the community.

View the Full List of Award Recipients
Gonzaga University Student Body President Alyssa Guzman

Leading the Way

GSBA President Alyssa Guzman

Political science major Alyssa Guzman ('26) leads with courage and care—making space for others, embracing change, and shaping her future through Gonzaga’s College of Arts & Sciences.

Read Alyssa's Story
Jane Rinehart, Professor Emerita of Sociology, 1974-2015

Leading the Way

Mystery Zag: Jane Rinehart

For decades, Alumna Professor of Sociology Jane Rinehart quietly supported Gonzaga students and programs. Her generosity and leadership show how care for others strengthens the Zag community.

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Mission Statement
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Information for Students
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Gateway to Careers
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Make a Gift to the College
Alumni Spotlight

Sydney Schmidt

Sydney Schmidt, Gonzaga Mathematics alum at an alumni event with two other people.
When Serving Others Really Hits Home

When Serving Others Really Hits Home

For Dan Wessman ('02, '11 M.A.), leading National Guard response to the Spokane wildfires was something new in his career of service.

Recent Stories

In The News: Gonzaga Professors Join NPR to Discuss Loss of...

Ryan Herzog and Annie Voy, both associate professors of economics at Gonzaga University, joined NPR’...

The Crossroads of Social Justice and Chemistry

Gonzaga students in the CURE program design molecules with potential anti‑cancer and anti‑seizure ap...

Knowers Who Seek the Truth: Alum Taylor Black Talks AI Ethic...

With the rise of artificial intelligence, the topic is the center of conversations, new initiatives,...

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Support Arts & Sciences Students

The College of Arts and Sciences at Gonzaga is supported by the generosity of Zags just like you. Thanks to donations from families, alumni, faculty, staff, friends and more, the College is empowered to provide a distinctive, Jesuit, liberal arts education that inspires graduates to pursue a better world.


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AD Box 89
502 E. Boone Avenue
Spokane, WA 99258-0089
(509) 313-6603
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