Loneliness is a Health Concern for Female Executives October 30, 2024 Robin Pickering, professor and department chair of public health, penned this piece exploring research showing that as women advance in their careers, they experience isolation, which has profound implications for both their mental and physical health. Election 101 with Sarah James: What is the Electoral College? October 15, 2024 We asked political science professor Sarah James to walk us through the intricacies of the electoral college, how this system impacts elections and her thoughts on how this system may (or may not) change in the future. Bridge Builder August 25, 2024 Interim Provost Mia Bertagnolli is Gonzaga born and raised. She is a bridge connecting our people to the things we do well . . . our mission, culture and community. Big Spirit, Wise Soul August 23, 2024 Raymond Reyes Retires after 36 years of teaching and engaging the community Dialogue in a Jesuit Context July 16, 2024 Communications Studies lecturer Rebecca Donaway shares how we can have productive political conversations during the election year by embracing Jesuit traditions of good intentions and understanding through dialogue. Why Do People Hate People? June 12, 2024 Gonzaga's Yolanda Gallardo and Kristine Hoover co-authored a piece for online news outlet The Conversation's "Curious Kids" series. Read it here. In The News: Robin Pickering on How Higher Education is a Great Equalizer for Women June 11, 2024 Professor and chair of Gonzaga's Public Health department, Robin Pickering, writes on the importance of higher education in women's lives. Surviving Burnout and Reclaiming Joy April 03, 2024 Explore a personal journey through identity, career, and burnout recovery, as recounted by Associate Professor Addy Wissel, a former farm kid turned university professor. Should Those Suffering from Mental Illness Be Eligible for Medically Assisted Death? March 25, 2024 Explore the complexities of Canada's controversial decision to expand medical assistance in death (MAID) to include mental illness, written by Associate Professor of Philosophy Maria Kulp. Physics Faculty Feature: Eric Kincanon March 22, 2024 With a passion for physics and a student-centered teaching style, Professor Kincanon has been educating students at Gonzaga over 35 years! The Unseen Dangers of New Parental Rights Legislation: A Threat to Youth Health March 07, 2024 Robin Pickering delves into the contentious rise of parental rights legislation, particularly Initiative Measure No. 2081 in Washington State, and its potential adverse effects on LGBTQ+ youth. Sociology and Criminology Faculty Feature: Andrea Brower February 26, 2024 Say hello to Professor Andrea Brower! Professor Brower specializes in solidarity and social justice, and spends her free time enjoying the great outdoors. Kinesiology and Sport Management Faculty Feature: Ryan Turcott February 09, 2024 Introducing Ryan Turcott, Assistant Professor in Kinesiology & Sport Management. A passionate advocate for global engagement and the world of sports, you might spot him showing off his skills on the court during noon ball! Religious Studies Faculty Feature: Sarah Porter January 22, 2024 Say hello to Sarah Porter, an assistant professor of Religious Studies and lover of embracing the strange. With ‘White Christmas,’ Irving Berlin and Bing Crosby Helped Make Christmas a Holiday for All Americans December 21, 2023 Irving Berlin was a Jewish immigrant who loved America. As his 1938 song "God Bless America" suggests, he believed deeply in the nation's potential for goodness, unity and global leadership. In 1940, he wrote another quintessential American song, "White Christmas," which the popular entertainer Bing Crosby eventually made famous. "White Christmas" has resonated for more than 80 years, and the reasons why are worth understanding.
