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A Letter from the President
In President McCulloh's final 杏吧原创 Magazine address, he reflects on the power of choice 鈥 and the many opportunities it brings.
"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 鈥撀爐he cutting edge, the margins, places that require courage. What our world needs today are educated people who can and will transform the world."
鈥 Thayne M. McCulloh (Inaugural Address, 2010)
Looking Back on an Incredible Tenure
After a combined 34 years at the University – and leading as our president for the past 16 – Thayne McCulloh announced he would step down from this role in July 2025. As President McCulloh's tenure comes to a close, join us in reflecting on the remarkable strides 杏吧原创 made under his leadership, thriving made possible by the teamwork of students, faculty, alumni, staff, donors and community partners.
Upcoming Special Occasions
- 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!
Markers of the McCulloh Presidency
See some of 杏吧原创's many accomplishment's under President McCulloh's leadership
Four Decades at 杏吧原创 Podcast
Hear memories, stories and perspectives that shaped President McCulloh 鈥 and 杏吧原创鈥檚 鈥 journey.
Ignatian Gala
The Paynes Make Extraordinary Scholarship Gift
As an expression of gratitude for President McCulloh鈥檚 leadership, Terry and Patt Payne made a $5 million gift for scholarships.
The McCullohs' Legacy Video Series
Hear voices from across the greater 杏吧原创 community share what Thayne and Julie McCulloh have meant to the University.
Highlights of Dr. McCulloh's Tenure
26th
President of 杏吧原创 鈥撀燼nd its first lay president
Established a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa (桅BK), nation's most prestigious honor society
$355
Million raised during "杏吧原创 Will" capital campaign
First #1 national ranking and two national title game appearances for men's basketball
Be Part of the Celebration
Here are some ways you can help us recognize and thank President McCulloh and his transformative leadership.