STEM at Gonzaga

Embark on an interstellar journey with Richard Koelsch, a NASA engineer whose childhood love for 'Star Wars' fueled his passion for space exploration.

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has designated the Inland Northwest Consortium led by Gonzaga University as a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub, a critical first step toward the establishment of the American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center (AAMMC) designed to expedite the evolution and commercialization of the domestic aerospace supply chain for the next generation of aviation composite materials.

Here are the fastest-growing areas of study from 2019 to 2023 that have had at least 50 students.

When the artificial intelligence platform ChatGPT broke the internet, Chase Bollig was among the many who were excited and nervous for what it meant for the future. But Bollig, who had been brainstorming an AI writing course took ChatGPT's release as an opportunity to bring his idea of making AI work for writers to life.

Gonzaga University's focus on a data-driven future is infused with timeless Jesuit ideals.

The Gonzaga Board of Trustees approved establishing the Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology at its July meeting. A $5 million lead gift to support the development of the new institute ensures that Gonzaga University will be a major part of technological advancement endeavors.

A consortium of nearly 50 partners, led by Gonzaga University in partnership with Lakeside Companies, has filed applications with the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for federal designation and Phase 1 funding to create the American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center (AAMMC).

In the coming year, Gonzaga will offer three new master's programs - the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), Online Master of Business Administration and Master of Education in Educational Leadership with Principal Certification - that will give students new tools to succeed in the future, while remaining rooted in the Jesuit values shared across all programs at GU.

Students get a lecture on the future of medicine

Highlight reel of the 2022-23 academic year for the student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers

Luke Martin ('23) received the Outstanding Senior in computer science, Outstanding Senior in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the Carsrud Award for exceptional math student.

Melanie Benson ('23) shares a reflection on some of the most moving moments from her experience in Gonzaga's School of Nursing and Human Physiology.

How the Reisenauer family's generosity is helping lead the way in advancing Jesuit tech education and opportunities for Gonzaga students, regional businesses, and more.

Jackson Swets ('25), a mechanical engineering major, has received the E. Richard Booser Scholarship from the international professional society for tribology.

University of Washington School of Medicine - Spokane students host a Q&A forum to help undergrad students explore paths to medical school.

Alumni Sydney Schmidt and Kevin Shaw took their education at Gonzaga and reached for the stars - almost literally, with exciting careers in space technology.