"a stamp on my heart and my mind that I traveled the extra mile"

Note: This message was originally sent on May 29, 2020

One of our colleagues recently received this unsolicited note from a 2019 grad… we felt it was an important message that each of you should receive, as well. 

Thank you for my education at Gonzaga University. Last year I graduated, sending me off to medical school. Today, I am now officially a second-year Medical student. No small accomplishment. In these strange times, I realize all our boats are rocked. But I know some things that remain solid: core values. I felt prepared to launch into my dream career, my calling, my vocation, because of the education that I received at GU. Thanks to Dr. Poxleitner, Dr. Matsumoto, Dr. Starbuck, professor Lally, and Dr. Stevens, to name a few, I was emotionally, logically, and spiritually prepared to launch into this profession that requires so much.

Without the merit scholarships which I received to attend Gonzaga, I would be unable to chase my dreams presently and help thousands of patients in the future. I am PROUD to be a zag, and I am thankful beyond words that I was able to have such a sound, supported, and challenging education. I am frankly astounded by the outcome of my degree. It's not just a paper that I will hang on my future office wall. It’s a stamp on my heart and my mind that I traveled the extra mile and asked deep questions. 

I am thankful for my time at Gonzaga, and I look forward to being a future donor myself. This is more important every day.

My thoughts were more eloquent earlier, but I just wanted to voice my happiness and gratitude towards this community which I have become a part of.  Best, Remy

Additionally, Remy attached this photo of herself to the note.  We are humbled by her desire to reach out on her proud day - Today I am now officially a second year Medical student” – to reflect on what her Gonzaga experience has meant to her and to express gratitude to those who did not even know her, but knew of her potential.  Grateful to each of you for your investment in potential… for helping to “place a stamp on my heart and my mind…