A New Harbor for Civil Discourse
The Inaugural Woodley Institute lecture reinforced that Gonzaga still believes ideas matter, people matter and dialogue matters.
Honoring the Woodley family's commitment to civil engagement.
Woodley Institute for Civil Engagement and Humanistic Dialogue
In our present moment—one defined by political polarization, misunderstandings and misconceptions, and ever-expanding digital and technological innovation—humanistic inquiry and civil dialogue is more important than ever.
The Power of Your Support
The impact of the Woodley Institute is made possible by the generosity of people like you. Your support will help to sustain the Institute’s work and even expand it beyond its initial vision. Please join Tom, Nancy and others who care deeply about promoting humanistic inquiry and civil dialogue throughout the world.
Mission & Purpose
Rooted in Ignatian values and a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic tradition, the Woodley Institute fosters civil engagement and dialogue through teaching, service, research, and public events.
We support collaborative projects that benefit Gonzaga and the Spokane community, modeling civil discourse through academic and public programming, and interdisciplinary work among students, faculty, staff, and community members at local, regional, and global levels.