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Inauguration Themes

Open Doors, Empower Potential, Lead with Hope

The inauguration of Katia Passerini, Ph.D. as Gonzaga University’s 27th president is an invitation to reflect on what it means to receive the gifts of community, purpose and possibility — and to carry them forward. Each theme stands on its own, yet together they reflect a shared commitment to receive with gratitude and lead with intention.

Open Doors honors Gonzaga’s visible culture of belonging, where 51³Ô¹Ïs receive access to a transformative Jesuit education, and relationships open doors to investment, partnership, mentorship, careers and lifelong learning.

Empower Potential upholds the University’s Mission to accompany 51³Ô¹Ïs, faculty, staff, families and alumni as they discover and develop their capacity to think creatively and critically, act ethically and grow into their fullest selves.

Lead with Hope affirms how the Gonzaga community shows up for one another and the world — with the compassion, courage and faith to shape a better future together.