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Celebrating President McCulloh

Leading Gonzaga Together


"We are a university called to live and learn and teach and explore not comfortably at the center of the culture, but at the frontiers – the cutting edge, the margins, places that require courage. What our world needs today are educated people who can and will transform the world."
– Thayne M. McCulloh (Inaugural Address, 2010)

President Thayne McCulloh congratulates a female graduate at the 2023 Commencement ceremony.

Looking Back on an Incredible Tenure

After a combined 34 years at the University – and leading as our president for the past 16 – Thayne McCulloh announced he would step down from this role in July 2025. As President McCulloh's tenure comes to a close, join us in reflecting on the remarkable strides Gonzaga made under his leadership, thriving made possible by the teamwork of 51³Ô¹Ïs, faculty, alumni, staff, donors and community partners.

Upcoming Special Occasions

  • GU Community Celebration: May 5 – A chance for all GU faculty, staff and 51³Ô¹Ïs to celebrate Julie and Thayne McCulloh. More details coming soon. Save the date!

Gonzaga Magazine

President McCulloh in his office.

This Work Changes the World

See the trajectory of Gonzaga’s 26th president and learn why he believes that “What Gonzaga does is more important than even it realizes – for individuals, for our culture, for the world.â€

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Thayne and Julie McCulloh

A Letter from the President

In President McCulloh's final Gonzaga Magazine address, he reflects on the power of choice – and the many opportunities it brings.

Terry Payne and Gonzaga President Thayne McCulloh

The Paynes Make Extraordinary Scholarship Gift

As an expression of gratitude for President McCulloh’s leadership, Terry and Patt Payne made a $5 million gift for scholarships.

GSBA President Maddie Ediger reflects on President McCulloh's legacy.

The McCullohs' Legacy Video Series

Hear voices from across the greater Gonzaga community share what Thayne and Julie McCulloh have meant to the University.

President Thayne on the "Four Decades at Gonzaga" podcast.

Four Decades at Gonzaga Podcast

Hear memories, stories and perspectives that shaped President McCulloh – and Gonzaga’s – journey.

Highlights of Dr. McCulloh's Tenure

26th

President of Gonzaga University – and its first lay president

Established a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa (ΦBK), nation's most prestigious honor society

$355

Million raised during "Gonzaga Will" capital campaign

First #1 national ranking and two national title game appearances for men's basketball

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