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The fossil is that of the first four-legged animal that scientists have uncovered at the site.

Arguably the best collegiate all-around female rock climber in the nation, the GU honors student competes June 20-23 in the 2018 World University Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Students in Gonzaga’s Collegiate DECA Club kicked off the growing season recently in the GU Campus Garden, planting a variety of vegetables and learning to grow food using sustainable practices.

The theme for his three-year term, which begins Sept. 1, is “Technology and the Human Condition.”

Organized by Paul Manoguerra, director/ curator, and Karen Kaiser, curator of education, the exhibition focuses on Inland Northwest landscape-based objects created by artists from the region.

A glimpse of some of the many outstanding students who graduated during Gonzaga University's 125th commencement exercises May 12-13.

Meet the dynamo who earned a degree in journalism with an interdisciplinary arts minor in three years and has secured a full-time job.

Coach Steve Hertz is not just synonymous with Zag. He defines the word.

The fossil is that of the first four-legged animal that scientists have uncovered at the site.

Gonzaga Law congratulates rising third-year student Conner Sabin for winning the Washington State Chapter (WACC) of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s 2018 Diversity Scholarship. WACC cited Sabin’s deep commitment to diversity in making its decision.

Even as a 10-year-old, Analuz Torres recognized something special about the Gonzaga community, which through scholarships is now helping propel her toward a bright future.

Arguably the best collegiate all-around female rock climber in the nation, the GU honors student competes June 20-23 in the 2018 World University Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Long-term work on a design project by Gonzaga civil engineering students was featured in the Spokane Journal of Business. Professor Rhonda Young and her students have been working on greenways, specifically one that’s planned to run along the east side of the GU campus.

GU alumnus Jack McElroy didn't let a plane crash his freshman year ground his education. Learn how he is now helping propel engineering research and student opportunities.

The theme for his three-year term, which begins Sept. 1, is “Technology and the Human Condition.”

Community-serving clinic places law students under the direction of practicing attorneys.

Spokesman-Review Editor Rob Curley attended Gonzaga alumni night at the Seattle Mariners game, as 2,000 Zags took over Safeco Field on a triumphant night.

GU alumnus Jack McElroy didn't let a plane crash his freshman year ground his education. Learn how he is now helping propel engineering research and student opportunities.

In 2014, a walk in the desert changed John Draxler's life. Today, he's headed to law school as a result.

The 2018 Citizen Hall of Fame event hosted by the Spokane Library Foundation honored five Gonzaga community members

Thirty-three grads of the Class of 2018 are taking a year to volunteer

Brought to Gonzaga in 1943 by the V-12 Navy College Training Program, Art Dugoni parlayed his GU education into great success and decades of support for scholarships.

Olivia Schneider ('16) shares about her year-long service at a YWCA crisis center with the 2018 graduates entering social justice fields of service

2018 grads of the BSN program receive their nursing pins

Organized by Paul Manoguerra, director/ curator, and Karen Kaiser, curator of education, the exhibition focuses on Inland Northwest landscape-based objects created by artists from the region.

After throwing himself into multiple endeavors, graduating senior Brahiam Villanueva ('18) finds his passion at Gonzaga: writing.

Here are additional ceremonies honoring special achievements as part of Commencement 2018

Before leaving Gonzaga, 12 graduates of the class of 2018 respond to 10 questions ranging from why they chose to attend Gonzaga to the most important thing they learned.

Professor Randall S. Rosenberg, Ph.D., of Saint Louis University carries on a rich legacy at the 2018 Bernard J. Tyrrell, S.J. Lecture in Philosophy of God and Theology at Gonzaga University.

Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, and award-winning journalist Ronan Farrow discussed the topic April 20.

The reporting of Ronan Farrow on the Harvey Weinstein scandal was recognized today with a Pulitzer Prize awarded to The New Yorker. Farrow speaks at Gonzaga on Friday,

Gonzaga Magazine reviews four books recently published by members of the Gonzaga community

Arguably the best collegiate all-around female rock climber in the nation, the GU honors student competes June 20-23 in the 2018 World University Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Coach Steve Hertz is not just synonymous with Zag. He defines the word.

As a sophomore and star point guard of the Camas (Washington) High School Papermakers, it seemed Jake Hansel had a world of opportunities to play college ball. But then that changed.

A band of teammates and friends from the early 1980s maintain a strong bond through the decades

Zags' season ends in fourth straight Sweet 16.

Eight years ago, Gonzaga basketball players lifted Briana Hermsmeyer's spirits by visiting her in the hospital when she was battling bone cancer.

Gonzaga surpassed all previous records and goals in the 24-hour fundraising drive "All In for Zags Give Day" March 8 with unprecedented gift-matching and challenges.

STANFORD, Calif. - The Gonzaga Bulldogs never quit fighting, but fell 68-82 at Stanford on Saturday in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

GU alumnus Jack McElroy didn't let a plane crash his freshman year ground his education. Learn how he is now helping propel engineering research and student opportunities.

Brought to Gonzaga in 1943 by the V-12 Navy College Training Program, Art Dugoni parlayed his GU education into great success and decades of support for scholarships.

A glimpse of some of the many outstanding students who graduated during Gonzaga University's 125th commencement exercises May 12-13.

See all the best moments from Commencement 2018 in our Photo Galleries.

Meet the dynamo who earned a degree in journalism with an interdisciplinary arts minor in three years and has secured a full-time job.

Olivia Schneider ('16) shares about her year-long service at a YWCA crisis center with the 2018 graduates entering social justice fields of service

Olivia Rebro, who graduated with a bachelor of science degree in nursing from Gonzaga on May 13, is described by one nursing faculty member as a "calm powerhouse" and leader with a bright future.

As a student in Gonzaga's Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program, Jacob Masters knew that he would thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. After graduating May 13, his wishes are coming true.

Gonzaga Law congratulates rising third-year student Conner Sabin for winning the Washington State Chapter (WACC) of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s 2018 Diversity Scholarship. WACC cited Sabin’s deep commitment to diversity in making its decision.

Each year, Student Development honors students who exemplify the "magis" - a Latin term meaning "the more" or "the better."

Nigerian student Nneka Enemkpali addresses the Graduate Commencement at Gonzaga

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev), a Gonzaga Law alumna, challenges as 2018 Commencement Speaker.

Gonzaga, he says, he has provided a set of tools to live "an introspective life" -- one for others.

Before leaving Gonzaga, 12 graduates of the class of 2018 respond to 10 questions ranging from why they chose to attend Gonzaga to the most important thing they learned.

“Java With Jesuits,” a trio of informal small group gatherings, is being held on campus this week that allow Gonzaga students to hear the stories of some of these veteran priests.

Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, and award-winning journalist Ronan Farrow discussed the topic April 20.

In 2014, a walk in the desert changed John Draxler's life. Today, he's headed to law school as a result.

Students in Gonzaga’s Collegiate DECA Club kicked off the growing season recently in the GU Campus Garden, planting a variety of vegetables and learning to grow food using sustainable practices.

The theme for his three-year term, which begins Sept. 1, is “Technology and the Human Condition.”

Each year, Student Development honors students who exemplify the "magis" - a Latin term meaning "the more" or "the better."

Thirty-three grads of the Class of 2018 are taking a year to volunteer

Olivia Schneider ('16) shares about her year-long service at a YWCA crisis center with the 2018 graduates entering social justice fields of service

Senior speaker Molly Bosch ('18) shares the legacy of St. Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus

President emeritus of Georgetown University, serving as president from 1989 to 2001, Fr. Leo O’Donovan was bestowed Gonzaga’s highest honor, the DeSmet Medal, for his lifelong work serving others.

In 2014, a walk in the desert changed John Draxler's life. Today, he's headed to law school as a result.

Thirty-three grads of the Class of 2018 are taking a year to volunteer

Here are additional ceremonies honoring special achievements as part of Commencement 2018

Nigerian student Nneka Enemkpali addresses the Graduate Commencement at Gonzaga

Andrew Dwonch (’99), at the 2018 undergraduate commencement, says engineering with compassion is prayer

Graduating with a double major in accounting and business and a concentration in finance, Chris Brummer figures he made the perfect choice in becoming a Zag.

“Java With Jesuits,” a trio of informal small group gatherings, is being held on campus this week that allow Gonzaga students to hear the stories of some of these veteran priests.

Growing up, graduating Gonzaga senior Claire Standaert spent six years in Germany. In September, she will return to Germany, this time as the recipient of a Fulbright U.S. Student Program scholarship.

Arguably the best collegiate all-around female rock climber in the nation, the GU honors student competes June 20-23 in the 2018 World University Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Students in Gonzaga’s Collegiate DECA Club kicked off the growing season recently in the GU Campus Garden, planting a variety of vegetables and learning to grow food using sustainable practices.

The University of Washington School of Medicine and Gonzaga University Regional Health Partnership has been recognized with the Group on Regional Medical Campuses Star of Educational Innovation Award.

For Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April

David Tauben, M.D., renowned pain expert and UW School of Medicine professor presents free, public event April 19 at the Historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane.

Jane Clementi, whose son committed suicide as a result of cyberbullying, delivers message at Gonzaga.

University of Washington School of Medicine students who launched their education at Gonzaga advance to clerkships.

Halle Goodwin has parlayed her love of dance, two Gonzaga University degrees and a desire to be a leader for the common good to secure what she calls her “dream job” with the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation.

Gonzaga Law congratulates rising third-year student Conner Sabin for winning the Washington State Chapter (WACC) of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s 2018 Diversity Scholarship. WACC cited Sabin’s deep commitment to diversity in making its decision.

The 2018 Citizen Hall of Fame event hosted by the Spokane Library Foundation honored five Gonzaga community members

Each year, Student Development honors students who exemplify the "magis" - a Latin term meaning "the more" or "the better."

Thirty-three grads of the Class of 2018 are taking a year to volunteer

Olivia Schneider ('16) shares about her year-long service at a YWCA crisis center with the 2018 graduates entering social justice fields of service

For most people raised in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, Gonzaga is not the first school on their list when it comes to choosing a college. For Abby Beck, however, Gonzaga has been the perfect home away from home the last four years.

Here are additional ceremonies honoring special achievements as part of Commencement 2018

Gonzaga, he says, he has provided a set of tools to live "an introspective life" -- one for others.

Arguably the best collegiate all-around female rock climber in the nation, the GU honors student competes June 20-23 in the 2018 World University Championships in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Each year, Student Development honors students who exemplify the "magis" - a Latin term meaning "the more" or "the better."

Meet the dynamo who earned a degree in journalism with an interdisciplinary arts minor in three years and has secured a full-time job.

As a student in Gonzaga's Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program, Jacob Masters knew that he would thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. After graduating May 13, his wishes are coming true.

While Kayla Gunther carries many fond memories of Gonzaga with her following graduation May 13, one recollection stands out that relates directly to her discovery of a love for research.

After throwing himself into multiple endeavors, graduating senior Brahiam Villanueva ('18) finds his passion at Gonzaga: writing.

Gonzaga honors 21 outstanding students, a dozen exemplary faculty members and 11 longtime faculty members who have served with distinction.

Gonzaga School of Law Commencement student speaker Benjamin Asare captures the essence of his class.

Students in Gonzaga’s Collegiate DECA Club kicked off the growing season recently in the GU Campus Garden, planting a variety of vegetables and learning to grow food using sustainable practices.

Rhonda Kae Young, Ph.D., Gonzaga professor of civil engineering, presents "Transportation Engineering: From Neighborhood Greenways to Driverless Interstates" at noon, Tuesday April 24.

Luke Wilde's course is set after helping to free the lone surviving snow goose of Berkley Pit disaster

During Justice in January, students learned about environmental impacts of the border wall

Harvard professor shares the prestigious 2018 Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, recognizing decades of scholarship on climate change.

Stanford University Professor Noah Diffenbaugh will discuss “Is This Global Warming?” at GU’s O’Leary Lecture on Feb. 12.

Committed to service, sustainability and sweet melodies on the flute, this engineering major has big plans to have a big impact. And with your support for scholarships, he will.

Gonzaga earns a bronze rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements.