Expanding Opportunity for Colville Students and Extending a Local Legacy October 28, 2025 A newly established scholarship at Gonzaga University is opening doors for students from Stevens, Pend Oreille and Ferry Counties. Gonzaga President Katia Passerini Honored by National Italian American Foundation October 22, 2025 Passerini was presented the NIAF Dea Roma Special Achievement Award in Academic Excellence, a recognition of her "groundbreaking contributions to higher education," according to a statement by NIAF CEO and President Robert Allegrini. The Extra Mile: Two Zags, One Vision October 15, 2025 Former tennis star Sophie Whittle ('19) and coach Travis Knight ('99) turned a powerful mentorship into the Extra Mile Institute, helping student-athletes strengthen both mind and body through resilience, connection and purpose. 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. 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. 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. From Hometown to Tinseltown: Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Bing Crosby’s Road to Hollywood September 15, 2025 Bing Crosby's road from Gonzaga to Hollywood fame is featured in a special Zagapalooza event Sept. 27. Author and Bing expert Lauren R. Harris shares some of the history. A Milestone Year: Gonzaga Advancement Reaches $75M in Philanthropic Support September 08, 2025 Philanthropy from more than 10,500 donors in fiscal year 2025 is powering scholarships, research, global programs and innovation that shape Gonzaga's future. Rural Health a Priority for Zag - UW Med Student Pearl Griffiths September 08, 2025 Pearl Griffiths ('20) learned about ranch life when her family moved to Colfax, Washington, during her high school years. When she later searched for a medical school, she found that the UW School of Medicine matched her passion for rural health. Welcome Weekend 2025 August 25, 2025 Gonzaga came to life as families pulled cars into well-organized drop-off zones where hundreds of volunteers and staff members helped new students find their way. Gonzaga University Welcomes All to Inauguration Celebrations for New President Katia Passerini August 22, 2025 Gonzaga is proud to announce the week-long inauguration celebration of new Gonzaga President Katia Passerini, a series of events commemorating the start of this exciting chapter in Gonzaga history. Zags Lead the Way: Two Gonzaga Alumni Now Lead the 3rd Ranger Battalion July 30, 2025 Two Gonzaga alumni, Jon Peterson and Brian Slamkowski, now lead the elite 3rd Ranger Battalion, exemplifying Jesuit values and servant leadership. Bob Finn: A Gonzaga Legend Reflects on a Lifetime of Service May 21, 2025 From Santa suits to scholarships, Bob Finn's decades-long journey at Gonzaga is a testament to grit, generosity, and the kind of quiet leadership that binds a community-one heartfelt connection at a time. Granting Joy One Ride at a Time May 15, 2025 With a bike full of music and a heart full of gratitude, Gonzaga alumnus Grant Shipley ('97) pedals joy across campus. Zags to Infinity ... and Beyond! May 15, 2025 Commencement weekend was filled with courage, excitement and tears, and a call for graduates to embrace their inner superheroes.
