Thank you to everyone who attended the formal installation of Katia Passerini, Ph.D., as the 27th president of Gonzaga University.
With deep gratitude, we recognize the many individuals, institutions, and communities represented – students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, friends, trustees, regents, tribal representatives, delegates from peer institutions and honored guests from near and far.
Inauguration Week featured a series of events offering opportunities for prayer, dialogue, reflection and laughter.
Thanks to a gift from Tom (’69) and Nancy Woodley, Gonzaga's establishing an institute to prepare students to lead with wisdom, humility and integrity in an increasingly divided time.
Gonzaga’s inauguration week began in a truly “Zag” way with students, faculty and staff members taking part in a multitude of community service projects.
Gonzaga’s Mission Integration office hosted a spirited panel discussion centered around “Voices of Faith.”
Sister Raffaella Petrini delivers keynote address at Gonzaga's presidential inauguration ceremony.
In honor of inauguration, Gonzaga's Foley Library created a collection of many of President Passerini's published works, awards and honors.
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 students 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 students, 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.
From educational philosophy to professional background, family life to pets and hobbies, get to know Gonzaga's 27th president.
Chair Reilly introduces and welcomes Katia Passerini, Ph.D., to the Gonzaga Community.
Hear why the Gonzaga community is thrilled to welcome Katia Passerini, Ph.D., as our next president.
Read Gonzaga's press release announcing Katia Passerini, Ph.D., as the next president, effective July 15, 2025.
Dr. Passerini's inauguration ceremony recognizes the beginning of a promising new era for Gonzaga. Send her well-wishes ahead of the event.
