Gonzaga University
Reviews

The Kennel Club is amazing.

Fun!

I don't drink or do drugs and they have super fun activities!

Coughlin

Coughlin is definitely the best dorm on campus, no doubt about it.

Extremely Strict

Strict in terms of drug violations say hello to expulsion and if you are caught drinking be prepared to deal with the head of the RA's who are generally up tight and never listen and you have to pay for an alcohol class.

Horrible

There is little to no social atmosphere. No greek system and the off campus parties are always busted by police. If you drink on-campus the cost of getting caught is high and they tell your parents.

Check Out Panda Express

Honestly off-campus food is a lot better than the on-campus food. I would the COG like a disease the food is horrible

Amazing Place!

GU has some sort of intangibles that only a full weekend visit during basketball season can truly begin to expose. While the food may suck sometimes, some of your professors will be jokes, and your dorm room will be smaller than your closet at home, being a Zag means that you will come to appreciate the friendliness of everyone you meet and how much the school truly cares about you as a student and person. GO ZAGS!

GU

I think its great. Could use a lot more diversity though

You Won't Find a Better Community

The professors care, your friends support you, the Residence Life staff is great. Saying you went to Gonzaga is an accomplishment and a privilege. There are always activities on campus and once you hit 21 the bar scene is a blast. If you want to enter a community that cares for you then come to GU, if not...well dont.

Everyone Is So Friendly

Almost everyone at Gonzaga will tell you that one of the main reasons they chose the school is simply because of the community. Gonzaga has an outstanding community that really makes you feel like you are part of something special. The academics, activities, sports team and campus community join together to create a unique experience for each student.

Safe Haven in an Unsafe Neighborhood

My school's campus is a safe environment. However, the location that surrounds Gonzaga is less than perfect. The university is located near a high poverty and high crime neighborhood. Campus is also very close to downtown Spokane that has a high homeless population. I have never been personally touched by the dangers that are so close to my school, but I still feel the effects of the unsafe surrounding environment and take the necessary precautions to keep myself safe and sound.

Drinking

I do not drink, but every weekend there are parties raging at off-campus houses which occasionally are raided by the police. There is always something else to do besides party!

Campus Dining Gonzaga University

The food here at times can be absolutely intolerable from campus dining. Thank god for a Panda Express on campus.

Have Fun, Don't Go Crazy

Gonzaga basically has a 3 strikes policy, if you get caught a couple times you may have to take a class on a weekend or do something similar. Once you cross the line the consequences can become more severe. On campus parties are more likely to get broken up, but only the people who are responsible will get in trouble. Off campus parties are less likely to get broken up, and even if they do the first offense is handed over to the school from the police. If you get caught a second time you may face thousands of dollars in fines.

Off Campus Housing: It's a Gamble

In general, living off campus near campus is good. The variety and availability of housing options are great. However, the closer the house is to campus the better because you are less likely to have to deal with a break-in. Do some research about the landlord, some are great but others are a nightmare. If you live near campus walking will be your best option, but if you live further away it may be a good idea to get a bike. You may also purchase a parking permit, but they are pricey!

Safe Campus, Unsafe Neighborhood

The campus is safe and I have never been concerned about my safety day or night. However, as soon as you leave campus it becomes likely that something will happen to you. There are several incidents each month ranging from car break-ins to assaults by groups of people.

Not That Great

Off-campus dining wasn't something I partook in very often, but there aren't very many healthy places around. The best off campus dining is probably downtown, mostly consisting of chain restaurants (which aren't bad by any means)

Ehhh

Drug culture is present but hidden, you have to find it. If there are drugs, its almost always weed. Not too many stoners, most kids aren't about that. If you smoke, DO NOT buy Spokane weed, bring your own home brand. Almost everyone drinks, but thats totally normal for college. RA's are strict about drinking in dorms.

Wolfy's-Best Place for Milkshakes and Delicious, Juicy Burgers

I had a chicken, bacon hamburger and a banana shake at Wolfy's one time. I was honestly amazed at how wonder it tasted. Customers are allowed to mix multiple shake flavors together. The burger I had was one of the best I have ever tasted. It beat all the other fast food restaurants I have been to.

People are so ridiculous about how...

People are so ridiculous about how cold it is in Spokane. Last winter, for instance, I was hardly ever cold enough to wear more than a medium-weight jacket. The winter before, though, it was like 30 below in January. A Montana person isn’t really impressed with how cold Spokane gets. We just have too many Californians whining about how awful it is.

Varsity sports, specifically men’s...

Varsity sports, specifically men’s basketball, are the biggest events on campus and provide a great source of pride and unity among the student body.

From my experience, there is a...

From my experience, there is a lack of hot guys.

A buddy who’s a Marine visited...

A buddy who’s a Marine visited from Iraq and couldn’t stop drooling the whole time he was here. So Gonzaga definitely has more beautiful girls than Baghdad.

Upon entering Gonzaga, I was...

Upon entering Gonzaga, I was dismayed by what I had perceived to be a lack of diversity—a lack of color, if you will. However, in time, you realize that diversity is not skin-deep. In fact, the diversity of Gonzaga is striking in terms of ideology, political persuasion, socioeconomic status, and even religion (believe it or not). Most interesting to me, I found that diversity existed in the small town/big city mentalities. Those from Los Angeles, for instance, varied drastically from those from Montana.

Spokane is not the most exciting...

Spokane is not the most exciting city. However, there is a great deal in the area as far as outdoors activities, such as biking, camping, and skiing.