Since 2009, I have been proud to serve as Gonzaga’s 26 th President, working each day with my colleagues to ensure that our institution continues to remain strong. It is through the unwavering commitment of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, fans and friends that we as a university continue to flourish in the ever-changing ...

2024年4月22日 · SPOKANE, Wash. – Thayne M. McCulloh, an alumnus of Gonzaga who has served the university since 1990 and led as its president for the past 15 years, today announced that he will retire from the presidency in July 2025.

Thayne McCulloh is humbled to be in his fifteenth year serving Gonzaga University as its President. Dr. McCulloh holds a B.A. from Gonzaga (1989) and was awarded a Ph.D. in experimental social psychology from Oxford University, England (1998).

To learn more about Gonzaga's new president, Katia Passerini, Ph.D., visit Gonzaga.edu/27th-president.

The Presidents of Gonzaga University from 1886 to Present: 1. Rev. James Rebmann, S.J. 1886-1890* 2. Rev. Charles Mackin, S.J. 1890-1891 3. Rev. John B. Rene, S.J. 1891-1893 4. Rev. Leopold Van Gorp, S.J. 1893-1894 5. Rev. Lawrence Palladino, S.J. 1894-1896 6. Rev. James Rebmann, S.J. 1896-1899* 7. Rev. George de la Motte, S.J. 1899-1901 8. Rev ...

The University is led by a chief executive officer who is both elected as President by the Board of Trustees and missioned as Director of the Work by the Provincial Superior of the Society of Jesus, which is overseen by the Board of Members.

A Message from the President. Reflecting on an extraordinary year at Gonzaga University, Thayne McCulloh highlights the transformative milestones of the Strategic Plan, memorable commencements, and campus expansions.

A list of those who served on the Presidential Search Committee for Gonzaga University's 27th President.

The Gonzaga spirit, blended with hard work and dedication in athletic endeavors, yields success both on the field of play and in the classroom.

Thank you for your interest in meeting with Gonzaga University President, Dr. Thayne McCulloh. The President is honored to be invited to events and meetings and attempts to attend as many meetings and events as his schedule allows. To request the President's time, please fill out an Event or Meeting Request form.