A Week of Opening Doors, Empowering Potential and Leading with Hope October 01, 2025 The week of Sept. 22-26 marked a new beginning for the University - one of hope and empowerment under the leadership of Katia Passerini, Gonzaga's 27th president. The SBA Appoints Christopher Stevens, Ph.D., as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs September 30, 2025 Gonzaga University School of Business Administration Appoints Christopher Stevens, Ph.D., as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs Gonzaga Theatre Presents Climate Change Theatre Action September 30, 2025 Gonzaga University Theatre invites audiences to experience Climate Change Theatre Action, a worldwide festival of short plays exploring the climate crisis and environmental issues running Oct. 3-5 on the Gonzaga campus. Forever Students September 30, 2025 Gonzaga President Katia Passerini and Arturo Pagán share a lifelong journey of learning, service, and community from Brooklyn to Spokane. A New Era in Gonzaga Leadership Begins In Friendship and In Hope September 30, 2025 Gonzaga University inaugurated Katia Passerini as its 27th president in a historic ceremony filled with hope, friendship and vision, marking the beginning of a new era in leadership and mission. Voices of Faith: An Inauguration Week Conversation with America Media September 29, 2025 Gonzaga's Mission Integration office hosted a spirited panel discussion centered around "Voices of Faith" with America Media, a conversation that was at times emotional, at others hilarious, and illuminating throughout. Gonzaga Hosts 7th Annual Climate Change Forum with Local City Council Candidates September 25, 2025 Gonzaga hosts the 7th Annual Climate Change Forum on October 1, featuring Spokane and Spokane Valley City Council candidates discussing climate policy. Announcing the Woodley Institute for Civil Engagement and Humanistic Dialogue September 24, 2025 A landmark gift from Tom ('69) and Nancy Woodley is creating a new institute at Gonzaga that equips students to foster trust and bridge divides through dialogue, discernment and principled leadership. Zags Kick Off Inauguration Week by Giving Back September 24, 2025 Gonzaga University kicked off President Katia Passerini's inauguration week with a day of service, as students, faculty and staff volunteered across Spokane, embodying the University's Mission. Introducing New Director of Graduate Business Programs September 24, 2025 Introducing Vivek Patil, Ph.D., as our new Director of Graduate Business Programs. Vivek is Professor of Marketing and has been a part of Gonzaga University for over 20 years, contributing to teaching, program development, and community partnerships - including work with Opportunity Northeast and Creighton University. Center for the Study of Hate Announces 2025 Eva Lassman “Take Action Against Hate” Award Recipients September 23, 2025 Florida State University's Hate Crime Research and Policy Institute and Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based anti-hate activist Pardeep Kaleka are the recipients of this year's Gonzaga University Center for the Study of Hate Eva Lassman "Take Action Against Hate" awards. Celebrating Impact: The Research and Scholarship of President Katia Passerini September 22, 2025 In honor of the inauguration of Gonzaga University's new President, the campus is celebrating the impact of research and scholarship by our faculty and community. Open through Oct 27: Design a Mural for the High Bay Lab! September 22, 2025 GU students were invited to submit an original design for a mural in the the SEAS Structural High Bay Lab, at the Bollier Center. Gonzaga Named One of Nation’s Most Innovative Universities in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Rankings September 22, 2025 Several Gonzaga programs land among the most innovative higher education institutions in the U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2026 rankings. 39 New Faculty Bring Exciting Expertise as Gonzaga Begins 2025-2026 Academic Year September 17, 2025 Gonzaga begins the 2025-2026 academic year with an incredible 39-person new faculty cohort, as well as one Fulbright and eight global scholars.