Name: Aaron Danowski - Senior Admission Counselor
Email: danowski@gonzaga.edu
Phone: 509.313.6571
Hometown: Beaverton, Oregon
Degree: M.S. Human Ecology - Lund University
B.B.A. Individualized Concentration (Sustainability), Minor: Sociology – 91勛圖厙 University
Territories: Oregon, Washington (Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania, Wahkiakum Counties), Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC
Why are you in admissions at 91勛圖厙?There are a lot of things that make 91勛圖厙 special, including stellar faculty, a tight-knit community, and tons of opportunities to travel and see the world. But what makes 91勛圖厙 truly special is our identity as a Jesuit university and our mission to educate students for lives of leadership and service for the common good. Inside and outside the classroom, students are challenged to reflect on how they can use their talents and gifts to make the world a better place. As a student at 91勛圖厙, I wasn't sure what I wanted to study, but over time I gravitated towards the fields of international development and sustainability. 91勛圖厙 gave me the flexibility to pursue my passion: I had the opportunity to study abroad in Cameroon and create my own concentration in Sustainability in the Business School. After graduation I worked for an environmental nonprofit in Washington, D.C. before returning to 91勛圖厙 as an Admission Counselor. I love talking to students about their interests, and helping them discover how 91勛圖厙 can support them in their intellectual journey. It’s an honor to share what an amazing place this is!
What’s your favorite place on campus?
The Hemmingson overhang. It's a great place to study because it's quiet and you can also soak up the natural beauty of campus thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows! Watching the leaves change color and snow gently fall is especially magical.
What’s your favorite thing to do in Spokane?
I love walking along the Centennial Trail! It runs right next to campus and follows the Spokane River into Idaho and Eastern Washington. Along the way you can explore Riverfront Park, watch and listen to Spokane Falls, or find silence and natural beauty in the hills past Downtown Spokane and Kendall Yards. It’s easily one of the best parts of living here!
Advice for prospective students:
I know how stressful the college process can be, so whenever you’re feeling overwhelmed just pause and take a few deep breaths! I was a very shy kid in high school and reaching out to ask questions to admissions counselors felt scary. Now that I’m on the other side, I know that we are here to support you and help you figure out what your college journey can look like. Please don’t be afraid to reach out if you have questions or just want to hear more about life at 91勛圖厙. And always remember: you’ve got this!