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Myrtle E. Woldson celebrated her love of the arts with a bequest to GU for full funding to design, build and furnish a performing arts center.

As part of our "Choosing Joy" feature, we look at happiness from academic disciplines including psychology, business and philosophy

The University announced it will start construction this fall on a brand-new, state-of-the-art Integrated Science and Engineering (ISE) facility. Gonzaga’s Board of Trustees approved construction of the building in July.

Gonzaga Magazine asked each of the University’s four new deans to answer one question: Why Gonzaga?

Gonzaga students and faculty find new solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration.

The 2019-20 season opens Sept. 13 and features performances by national and international artists including familiar names and rising stars of dance and theater.

Gonzaga Magazine readers reflect on their memories with Fall '19 "Mystery Zag" Sister Mary Garvin, a respected scholar, beloved GU professor and women's rights advocate.

Five Gonzaga students are participating in some of the nation’s top biomedical research, working alongside noted experts to address health issues that affect Eastern Washington.

Jeffery Ramirez, Ph.D., a psychiatric nurse practitioner and an associate professor of nursing, was recently inducted as a Fellow in the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP). He is the first nurse practitioner faculty member from the GU School of Nursing and Human Physiology to receive this honor.

In "Choosing Joy," Gonzaga Magazine provides tips for times when happiness is hard to find

Gonzaga's Office of Parent and Family Relations seeks to ease the way as students find their home away from home

Congrats to the Zag parents who welcomed family members this year

Alumna Catherine Johnston ('77) reminisces about cherished memories, lifelong friendships and the compassionate presence of Thomas Royce, SJ, from her time as a Gonzaga-in-Florence student.

What if it's hard to be happy? What if joy is overshadowed by pain?

Readers share their responses to Gonzaga Magazine's Spring 2019 issue.

The Washington State Bar Association presents their Local Hero Awards to individuals who have made noteworthy and lasting impacts in their communities. In July, not one but three Gonzaga Law were selected to receive this honor.

Following the airing of his segment on Mike Rowe's "Returning the Favor," Rick shared his reflections with Gonzaga friends.

The 2019-20 season opens Sept. 13 and features performances by national and international artists including familiar names and rising stars of dance and theater.

Former English major Donald Sharpes (’59, ’61) shares his love of literature with a gift of over 30 rare books to Foley Library.

The La Raza Latina festival showcases the Latinx culture and experience with the Gonzaga University community.

Free public tours of the new Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center at Gonzaga University are now being scheduled through August.

An interview with novelist Helena María Viramontes before her speech at Gonzaga's Visiting Writers Series

Features the drawing installations of five artists on 8-by-11-foot movable walls.

Abraham combines his interests in pursuit of a cutting-edge career path. This fall he begins a master’s degree at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, one of the nation’s premier art schools.

At commencement ceremonies on May 12, Angela Boulet became the first Zag to earn a bachelor’s degree in dance. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Gonzaga in May 2018.

The University announced it will start construction this fall on a brand-new, state-of-the-art Integrated Science and Engineering (ISE) facility. Gonzaga’s Board of Trustees approved construction of the building in July.

Five Gonzaga students are participating in some of the nation’s top biomedical research, working alongside noted experts to address health issues that affect Eastern Washington.

Gonzaga students share their 2019 #SummerGig stories of internships across with top companies around the U.S.

Lindsay Stevenson (’05) looks back on her days at Gonzaga as a first-generation college student and young mother, and the supportive faculty who helped launch her career.

Gonzaga alumna reflects on a lifetime of JVC service and core values after receiving the Fr. Jack Morris, S.J. Memorial Award.

The respected college guide picks Gonzaga among the 323 “best and most interesting” U.S., Canadian, British and Irish colleges and universities.

Gonzaga Law is pleased to announce that Drew Simshaw, J.D., L.L.M., will join the law school’s faculty as an assistant professor in August 2019.

Gonzaga University alumnus Rick Clark ('19) started the Giving Back Packs program when he decided to return to school after dropping out of high school 28 years prior.

In the Fall '19 issue of Gonzaga Magazine, Thayne M. McCulloh, D.Phil., President, discusses the initiatives that have emerged from Gonzaga's Mission Priority Examen report.

Lindsay Stevenson (’05) looks back on her days at Gonzaga as a first-generation college student and young mother, and the supportive faculty who helped launch her career.

The Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center seeks to provide a safe and welcoming community for people of all gender identities.

A UMEC intern shares her observations of the annual Diversity Monologues, which showcases diverse student perspectives.

The La Raza Latina festival showcases the Latinx culture and experience with the Gonzaga University community.

You're not going to change the world, but you can build a bridge: A message to 2019 participants of the Mission: Possible alternative spring break

Alumni of Gonzaga’s MBA in American Indian Entrepreneurship program are making a difference in their communities.

Gonzaga’s 28th Annual Magis Awards acknowledge a favorite Latin phrase of the Jesuits: “Ad majorem Dei gloriam,” meaning the “greater glory of God.”

Gonzaga Magazine's "Choosing Joy" feature includes an Easter homily by Father Stephen Kuder, S.J.

Alumna Catherine Johnston ('77) reminisces about cherished memories, lifelong friendships and the compassionate presence of Thomas Royce, SJ, from her time as a Gonzaga-in-Florence student.

In the Fall '19 issue of Gonzaga Magazine, Thayne M. McCulloh, D.Phil., President, discusses the initiatives that have emerged from Gonzaga's Mission Priority Examen report.

Following the airing of his segment on Mike Rowe's "Returning the Favor," Rick shared his reflections with Gonzaga friends.

Gonzaga Magazine readers reflect on their memories with Fall '19 "Mystery Zag" Sister Mary Garvin, a respected scholar, beloved GU professor and women's rights advocate.

Gonzaga alumna reflects on a lifetime of JVC service and core values after receiving the Fr. Jack Morris, S.J. Memorial Award.

The respected college guide picks Gonzaga among the 323 “best and most interesting” U.S., Canadian, British and Irish colleges and universities.

Gonzaga University alumnus Rick Clark ('19) started the Giving Back Packs program when he decided to return to school after dropping out of high school 28 years prior.

Former Gonzaga University player Rui Hachimura became more widely known in the basketball world with his first-round selection in the 2019 NBA Draft on Thursday. The web is abuzz about potential off-the-court global impact of Hachimura.

What does it take to turn a vehicle-heavy city into a haven for cyclists and pedestrians?

Thirty-six graduates of the class of 2019 set aside traditional career paths to take assignments as volunteers in four foreign countries and cities across the U.S.

Economics and international relations major Hawa Elias hopes to support nations in need of political, economic and social development. She also seeks social justice here at home.

Loren Carrillo and James Vair will teach abroad this summer, after graduation in May, thanks to Fulbright English Teaching Assistant grants they recently received as part of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

Learn how Gonzaga seeks to improve the ways students, faculty and alumni are helping to protect the special places where we live, work and play.

Joshua Schultz and Alex Maxwell, assistant professors in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, provide practical experience in sustainability measures.

What's Gonzaga doing to support renewable energy sources like sun, wind and water power?

In "Choosing Joy," Gonzaga Magazine provides tips for times when happiness is hard to find

What if it's hard to be happy? What if joy is overshadowed by pain?

Socializing while lonely can actually make us feel worse, Inlander writer Daniel Walters surmises from Sarah Arpin's research

Gonzaga celebrates its nursing, ROTC and English program graduates from the Class of 2019

Graduate Commencement Speaker Michael John Ortiz shares with his fellow graduates how the journey to his degree represents the Gonzaga spirit in action.

A panel of experts will discuss the discovered water contamination in Airway Heights

In addition to explaining how brain chemistry is affected by pornography, leading to addiction, national experts will explore its effects on relationships, society and culture, as well as its global consequences

Gonzaga alumna works to raise awareness and engage donors for bone marrow transplants.

Following the airing of his segment on Mike Rowe's "Returning the Favor," Rick shared his reflections with Gonzaga friends.

Gonzaga alumna reflects on a lifetime of JVC service and core values after receiving the Fr. Jack Morris, S.J. Memorial Award.

The respected college guide picks Gonzaga among the 323 “best and most interesting” U.S., Canadian, British and Irish colleges and universities.

Gonzaga University alumnus Rick Clark ('19) started the Giving Back Packs program when he decided to return to school after dropping out of high school 28 years prior.

Thanks to generous donors, Wolff Fellows gain valuable experience in community work

You're not going to change the world, but you can build a bridge: A message to 2019 participants of the Mission: Possible alternative spring break

Gonzaga’s 28th Annual Magis Awards acknowledge a favorite Latin phrase of the Jesuits: “Ad majorem Dei gloriam,” meaning the “greater glory of God.”

Liz Slamkowski ('12) shares lessons from her two-year stint teaching at a Washington, D.C. school, The Matrix, and experiences with privilege

Gonzaga's Office of Parent and Family Relations seeks to ease the way as students find their home away from home

Alumna Catherine Johnston ('77) reminisces about cherished memories, lifelong friendships and the compassionate presence of Thomas Royce, SJ, from her time as a Gonzaga-in-Florence student.

The respected college guide picks Gonzaga among the 323 “best and most interesting” U.S., Canadian, British and Irish colleges and universities.

Gonzaga Law is pleased to announce that Drew Simshaw, J.D., L.L.M., will join the law school’s faculty as an assistant professor in August 2019.

The Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center seeks to provide a safe and welcoming community for people of all gender identities.

Mason Marks, M.D., J.D. will join the Gonzaga Law community as an assistant professor starting in August 2019.

A UMEC intern shares her observations of the annual Diversity Monologues, which showcases diverse student perspectives.

Student Development staff compiles data to learn more about first-year involvement during the Fall 2018 semester.

Readers share their responses to Gonzaga Magazine's Spring 2019 issue.

VIDEO: From the paper to the printer, choices for Gonzaga Magazine show our earth-friendly values

Learn how Gonzaga seeks to improve the ways students, faculty and alumni are helping to protect the special places where we live, work and play.

Simple ways to make a difference in the health of our planet.

Fr. Colgan, a Jesuit priest working among those who serve at Gonzaga University, G-Prep, Saint Aloysius Parish and SEEL (Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life), shares the intent of the Society of Jesus to support the goal of building a sustainable planetary lifestyle.

Sustainability, climate change and global warming are all terms that can be politically charged. How do we have meaningful conversation about them?

Joshua Schultz and Alex Maxwell, assistant professors in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, provide practical experience in sustainability measures.

What's Gonzaga doing to support renewable energy sources like sun, wind and water power?