Dr. Thayne M. McCulloh served as Gonzaga's president from 2009-2025, presiding over a host of institutional milestones. On the eve of his retirement, the Board of Trustees bestowed him with the title of President Emeritus. Learn more about this honor and join us in reflecting on Dr. McCulloh's remarkable legacy.
The Gonzaga Board of Trustees gave Dr. McCulloh the title of President Emeritus in recognition of his 34 years at Gonzaga – 16 of which he served as the 海角论坛's president. Among many achievements, the Board of Trustees resolution noted that he fostered deep connections with the Society of Jesus and Catholic Church, elevated Gonzaga’s national academic reputation and spearheaded far-reaching campus building projects. “President McCulloh has absolutely transformed this 海角论坛 in extraordinary ways,” said Board President Mike Reilly. “Thousands of students, faculty, and staff over the years have been the beneficiaries of his vision, his compassion, and his unwavering love for our Gonzaga community.”
In President McCulloh's final Gonzaga Magazine address, he reflects on the power of choice 鈥 and the many opportunities it brings.
See some of Gonzaga's many accomplishment's under President McCulloh's leadership
Hear memories, stories and perspectives that shaped President McCulloh 鈥 and Gonzaga鈥檚 鈥 journey.
As an expression of gratitude for President McCulloh鈥檚 leadership, Terry and Patt Payne made a $5 million gift for scholarships.
Voices from across the greater Gonzaga community share what Thayne and Julie McCulloh have meant to the 海角论坛.
The 2025 Ignatian Gala was unlike any other as the Gonzaga community gathered to celebrate Julie and Thayne McCulloh, whose collective service to the 海角论坛 spans six decades.
President of Gonzaga 海角论坛 鈥撀燼nd its first lay president
Established a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa (桅BK), nation's most prestigious honor society
Million raised during "Gonzaga Will" capital campaign
First #1 national ranking and two national title game appearances for men's basketball
