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We endeavor to help students develop through the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis, which translates from Latin as "care and concern for the dignity of the whole person."

Explore Student Life at Gonzaga

Our Campus & Location

A university campus that's a community in a city sized just right – welcome to Gonzaga.

Housing & Dining

The Housing and Residence Life Department at Gonzaga University develops a living experience that compliments and enhances the academic life of our students.

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Community Engagement & Service

Service to others and engagement with our community is a critical piece of the Gonzaga University experience.

Career & Professional Development

We help students reach their potential to meet the profound needs of a complex and ever-changing world.

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Student Services

Gonzaga provides many resources to support our students at every stage of their university experience.

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Health & Well-Being

Gonzaga’s guiding theme of Cura Personalis, meaning care for the whole person, drives us to provide robust health and wellness resources to our students.

Student Groups & Activities

Student Involvement and Leadership is dedicated to empowering students to partake in experiences which foster learning and development.

Orientation

The entire Zag community is dedicated to providing new students with a welcoming, informative and incredibly fun Orientation Weekend.

Information for Parents & Families

We are excited that you are part of the Gonzaga family, and we look forward to sharing in your student's college experience at Gonzaga University!

Community Standards

University's Student Code of Conduct, which outlines expectations for student conduct, students rights and responsibilities.

Student Development Office

Grounded by the University Mission, the Division of Student Development provides educational opportunities and services that transform student's lives.

Alumni

Wherever you are in the world, your Gonzaga Alumni Association is here, cheering you on.

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Arts & Culture

Gonzaga embraces artistic creation and appreciation as central to our mission.

Community

One of the many aspects students love about Gonzaga is the strong feeling of community. It’s built in many ways by developing the personal connections with students, faculty and staff.

Leadership

True to Gonzaga’s mission of educating students for lives of leadership and service, leadership opportunities abound at GU. There are over 600 leadership positions available across campus.

Service

You’ll be encouraged to seek out meaningful service opportunities. We want to help you build an appreciation for giving back, which we hope you’ll carry with you throughout your life.

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Connect with the people and resources that will enrich your education and prepare you for life after GU.

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