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Founded in 1821 in the heart of Washington, D.C., Gonzaga is a Catholic college preparatory school for boys in grades 9-12. Ignatius Loyola and the apostolic and educational tradition of the Jesuits, we offer a values-oriented and academically challenging curriculum to young men of diverse backgrounds from all over the Washington area. This page hopes to bring together the Gonzaga community to celebrate the spirit of Gonzaga on Eye Street and beyond.

10/01/2026

A big thank you to Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (P ’27) for coming to campus this morning and speaking with students as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month programming. “Hard work and shoe leather can make even the most impossible dreams come true,” she said of her immigrant parents, who she said encouraged her to take advantage of opportunities they never had. Sánchez went on to graduate from law school and work in the labor movement before being elected to Congress in 2002. “Don’t let other people set your expectations of what you can achieve,” she said.

She is pictured here with members of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO), including Santi Finol ’27, who introduced her.

09/28/2026

Members of the Garden Club delivered a healthy harvest of basil and peppers to the McKenna Center last week. Thirty-five students have signed up to be part of the club this year, which has grown rapidly in just two years. The club now plants, maintains and harvests from eight 8x4 foot raised beds on the lawn between Cantwell Hall and North Capitol Street. They plan to team up with the Sustainability Club to plan a pollinator approach to some of the beds. “Among other cool plants,” said club moderator Dr. Harry Rissetto, “be on the lookout for purple buddleia and pink anemone in the future.”

09/25/2026

Last night, more than twenty alumni and friends gathered at the Commonwealth Club in Richmond, VA. Generously hosted by W. Martin “Tiko” Williams ’00 and John Erbach ’00, the festive event brought together alumni from across the decades to socialize and hear an update from Gonzaga President Fr. Joe Lingan, SJ ’75.

Many of the alumni who gathered will reunite today at the varsity football team’s game at Benedictine Prep. It is a 4 PM kickoff. Visit Gonzaga Sports stories to follow the action or click here to watch live: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/va/richmond/organization/8831/benedictine-high-school .

09/16/2026

On Sunday, Gonzaga hosted its first Alumni Day of Prayer, bringing together a remarkably wide range of graduates—from the Class of 2026 to the Class of 1949—with attendees traveling from as far as Minnesota and Delaware.

Born out of Fr. Lingan’s vision for a dedicated alumni day of spiritual reflection, the inaugural event featured reflections by Dr. Harry Rissetto ’89 and Mr. Mark Howell ’73, Mass in Our Lady’s Chapel concelebrated by Fr. Lingan and Fr. John Pignone, SJ ’97, and lunch in the Father Pedro Arrupe, SJ Commons. Fr. Lingan offered special thanks to Director of Mission and Ignatian Identity Brendan Hartnett ’97 for leading the effort, calling it “a wonderful day for alumni, by alumni.”

09/15/2026

There was something for everyone at today’s annual Club Fair. More than 90 organizations were proudly represented - from sports, culture, and heritage clubs to the arts, academics, and many just for fun! Student leaders and faculty encouraged attendees to find clubs that match their interests or try something completely new. This extraordinary breadth of opportunity and potential for growth is available to every student on Eye Street.

09/11/2026

On this 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, we solemnly honor the thousands of lives lost and remember the families forever changed. Later this Fall, the Gonzaga Dramatic Association will perform “Come From Away,” a musical that takes place in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, where 38 planes carrying roughly 7,000 passengers were forced to land in the aftermath of the attacks. In a spirit of remembrance and hope, we share this video of the cast performing “Make Me a Channel of Your Peace.”

09/08/2026

Attention eighth graders and families: Admissions season is officially underway!

Eighth graders can now schedule their Eagle for a Day visit here on Eye Street to experience life as a Gonzaga freshman firsthand. In addition, eighth grade families can register for one of our two upcoming Information Nights, and parents are invited to sign up for a Parent Tour to explore our campus and community.

For more information about all of these opportunities to learn more about Gonzaga, visit https://www.gonzaga.org/admissions/visit .

We hope to see you on campus this fall!

09/03/2026

This week, Campus Ministry hosted two Freshman Spirit Days to help the Class of 2030 get to know one another. Through pick-up basketball games, spikeball, and board games, these freshmen are building a sense of community with the classmates they will journey four years with on Eye Street.

“It was great to have leaders in the upper classes participate in the days as well,” said campus minister Vince Rizzo. “The brotherhood really begins when our youngest Eagles can experience genuine connection with their older brothers.”

09/02/2026

At the start of the school year, nearly 100 juniors and seniors took part in an Ignatian Leadership Training Retreat. Throughout the year, these student leaders will work alongside Campus Ministry to lead retreats, service opportunities, liturgies, and community events. The retreat was organized around the theme, “Find God in All Things.” Students were encouraged to carry that mission into their leadership, setting an example for their peers and younger Eagles throughout the year.

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19 I Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Telephone

+12023367100

Website

http://www.gonzaga.org/

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