Drone photo showing College Hall building and St. Aloysius chruch at sunset.
Celebrating President McCulloh

Leading 91³Ô¹ÏÍø 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.

Celebrating with President McCulloh

Here are several ways 91³Ô¹ÏÍø will celebrate with Dr. McCulloh throughout the final months of his presidency.

Spring Events

Expect to see an interesting twist on some of our usual programs, including:

  • 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Day: February 22 – A day to celebrate the spirit and community that make 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, 91³Ô¹ÏÍø! This year’s 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Day will honor Dr. McCulloh, the University's 26th president. See how you can be part of the tradition.
  • WCC Tournament: March 6-11 (Las Vegas) – Join us to cheer on our women's and men's basketball teams! 
  • : March 6 – An online day of giving with a special emphasis on our 26th president.

Special Occasions

  • Ignatian Gala: April 10 – Honoring the numerous contributions and impact of Julie and Thayne McCulloh. 
  • GU Community Celebration: May 5 –  A chance for all GU faculty, staff and students to celebrate Julie and Thayne McCulloh. More details coming soon. Save the date!

Media 

Check back for special content:

  • A podcast interview series highlighting Dr. McCulloh's reflections on important themes for 91³Ô¹ÏÍø and higher education more broadly. Anticipated release in March. 
  • Features in the spring issue of 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Magazine. Publishing in April.



Highlights of Dr. McCulloh's Tenure

26th

President of 91³Ô¹ÏÍø University – and its first lay president

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

$355

Million raised during "91³Ô¹ÏÍø Will" capital campaign

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

More highlights and accomplishments