Julie Wolter Named Dean of Nursing and Human Physiology as it Prepares for Change to School of Health Sciences May 30, 2023 Pending approval by the Board of Trustees, the School of Nursing and Human Physiology will soon shift to being called the School of Health Sciences, and Julie Wolter will be named as its new dean. A New Kind of Kick May 23, 2023 Ryan ('96) and Katie Harnetiaux are leading the ownership group of three United Soccer League teams slated to begin play in Spokane in 2024. It's a chance for them to help the Inland Northwest embrace the sport's international spirit, lift opportunities for women athletes and reduce barriers to participating in elite-level athletics that existed when they were kids. Community-wide Grad Celebrations 27 Years Strong May 18, 2023 Two community groups continued their longstanding traditions of gathering to celebrate their high-school and college graduates, meeting at Gonzaga to recognize their students' accomplishments. Centering Relationships (and other duties as assigned) May 16, 2023 On May 12, 2023, Gonzaga commissioned 13 graduates into roles as full-time volunteers. Here is alum Andrew Newman's message to them. Lassman Award Goes to Student Researching Turmoil at North Idaho College May 16, 2023 The Center for the Study of Hate bestowed this year's Eva Lassman Student Research Award on Erin Davis, a graduate student in the School of Leadership Studies. Conference Explores Community Engagement by Local Higher Ed Schools May 15, 2023 Spokane's institutions of higher education join together May 24-25 to take a close look at partnerships, promising practices, and the impacts and benefits of collegiate community engagement at the Inland Northwest Community Engagement Institute. Gonzaga Law School Jumps 17 spots to No. 99 in new U.S. News Rankings May 12, 2023 Gonzaga University's School of Law jumped 17 spots in the new U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2024, landing in a tie at No. 99 out of 196 ranked law schools in the country. Abby Cota Awarded CEL Student of the Year May 10, 2023 Abby Cota ('26), a first-year student majoring in education, took home the Center for Engaged Learning (CEL) Student of the Year Award for her work with Campus Kids, a one-on-one mentorship program for 4th-6th graders. A Friendship Forged in Service May 10, 2023 Seniors Hannah Vial and Clare Kennedy honored for outstanding contributions to the Center for Community Engagement and the Spokane community. Senior Tia Moua Wins Governor’s Civic Leadership Award May 05, 2023 Tia Moua, a senior from Spokane, is one of three students statewide selected as recipients of the 2023 Governor's Civic Leadership Award for her service and social justice activities. Gonzaga Announces Partnership With Pat Tillman Foundation May 04, 2023 The partnership will enhance Gonzaga's ability to recruit and retain military members and veterans to its student body through the support services, financial aid and scholarships provided by the foundation. Emma Feeney: Where Learning and Mentoring Meet May 02, 2023 Aside from her enthusiastic academic endeavors, Emma Feeney ('23) has made quite an impact on the campus and greater Spokane community. In The News: GU, UW Students Welcome High Schoolers Interested in Medicine May 02, 2023 KHQ Nonstop Local reported on a special night at the UW-GU Health Partnership building. Senior Spotlight: Malia Hanson May 01, 2023 Malia Hanson was no stranger to helping those who are or were unhoused as she volunteered at tent cities, tiny home villages and shelters. The drive for working with those in need, specifically children, grew in momentum and depth at Gonzaga. Development of a Debater April 28, 2023 It was middle-school teacher who set Avalyn Renee ('23) on her path to debate stardom. With high recommendations, she started debate during her first year at Centennial High School in Boise, Idaho, where senior team members took her under their wings, helped her build a solid foundation through after-school coaching, and encouraged her to compete in the Lincoln-Douglas debate format, a one-on-one style common in high schools.