Military and Veteran Stories

Monika Eckhart (‘26 J.D.) followed her own path to Gonzaga law, balancing law school with raising two young children and building a future for her family. After graduation, Eckhart hopes to pursue public defense and use the law to advocate for people during some of their most vulnerable moments.

From a historic presidential inauguration and global attention during the FIFA World Cup to groundbreaking research investments and innovative partnerships, 2025-26 was an impactful year at Gonzaga.

Gonzaga Environmental Studies alum Hannah Gangwish uses her degree in Havre, Montana, helping Native communities build food security, capacity, and self-sufficiency.

In partnership with Spokane’s NAACP chapter, community organization EEG, and University administrators, Gonzaga BSU hosted a chance for students and families to connect and learn more about nine Black-centered organizations and resources in Eastern Washington.

The Center for Community Engagement’s Fall Service Fair brought together more than 50 community organizations and campus groups to connect Gonzaga students, faculty and staff with local service opportunities.

Gonzaga counseling students are putting classroom learning into practice through a Lunch & Learn series with residents at Gonzaga Family Haven. Following a successful spring series focused on wellness, connection and personal growth, the program will return this academic year with new opportunities for students and residents to learn from one another.

M.A. in Communication & Leadership alumna, Cyndy Koures shares her personal rebrand journey and how the COML program was a key part.

Q&A with online Master's in Transmission & Distribution alumnus, Dexter Hypolite

Gonzaga University has named new members and leaders of its Board of Regents for 2026, bringing expertise in business, education, technology, economics and mission-driven leadership.

Microaggressions are common in higher education and can shape whether students, staff and faculty feel a sense of belonging. The University’s Equity and Belonging Summit in April helped participants recognize them, understand their impact, and develop practical strategies for responding to them.

Mark and Kathy Casey’s support of Gonzaga’s Woodley Institute advances civil dialogue, helping students learn to listen, engage and lead across differences.

The Gonzaga Bulletin earned SPJ’s Corbin Gwaltney Award for Best All-Around Student Newspaper, recognizing outstanding student journalism.

Gonzaga senior Morgan Howard woke up August 1 in her childhood bedroom, the rest of her family out of town. She was alone for the weekend, playing house in the only home she’s ever known. Then the Old Trails fire lit up.

Applications are now being accepted for Gonzaga University's School of Health Sciences’ new Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, with courses beginning in Summer 2027.