Empathy and compassion are just two virtues explored in “Activities and Applications: Character Education,” a new book by GCU’s Emily Farkas and Dr. Ashley Brandon. It offers practical tools for teachers to share values that matter now more than ever. news.gcu.edu/college-of-edu…

Alyssa Parinas is still a nursing student, but she has already made an impact, receiving a prestigious DAISY Award. It is a nationally recognized award that honors nurses for providing exceptional, compassionate and skillful care. Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/gcu-n…

As the 2025-26 academic year gets set to start, take a look back at big headlines from 2024-2025 with @gcunews49! ow.ly/bOJU50WwcMz

The Lope Shop is getting a summertime refresh that will not only include new lines of merchandise but a bit of beautification, too, as it prepares for Welcome Week! Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/lope-…

“It really opened my eyes to the possibilities of international dance. I have never considered that as a career, but after this trip, it showed me that is a possibility." Read the full story: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/dance…

William Symington grew up loving the outdoors and sports, not acting, until a classmate urged him to try a theatre class. Now, with over 30 years of experience in scenic design, he serves as GCU’s assistant dean of theatre and dance. Read more: news.gcu.edu/college-of-art…

What do six-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback Tom Brady and GCU have in common? A connection with Noggin Boss, one of the anchors of GCU’s Canyon Ventures startup accelerator! Read more here: news.gcu.edu/colangelo-coll…

Professors and students with the College of Engineering and Technology’s Engineers Gone Global club visited the community of Shiroles, Talamanca, Costa Rica, to share the gospel and build a water tower for the Yàmipa project. Read about their trip: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/engin…

Get to know GCU College of Arts and Media's chair of film! news.gcu.edu/college-of-art…

They came to GCU to experience college but also learn about the work world. Now six alumni of the LOPES Academy at the Cardon Center for neurodivergent individuals are approaching one year of employment. Read more: news.gcu.edu/college-of-hum…

Dr. Juan Hernandez, son of a music teacher, came to GCU 15 years ago when it had no music program. With experience from Yale and the University of Arizona, he took on the challenge and has been building the program ever since. Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/get-t…

Dr. David Mulkey is taking on a big project for the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions. The associate professor, who considers nursing more than a calling – it’s a ministry – is helping revise the college’s doctor of nursing practice program. news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/medic…

“It’s been a life-changing tool. I hope it inspires more people to utilize the tool and implement character education within their classroom.” Read about the Canyon Center for Character Education Program's new book: news.gcu.edu/college-of-edu…

Matt Pomrenke held on to a professor’s encouraging email as he earned his bachelor’s and master’s in addiction counseling. Six years later, he sent a note back to thank GCU professor Jesse Prather for believing in him. Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/a-pro…

Paige Ott always wanted to place children in safe, loving homes. After a detour in the Navy and a dark chapter in life, she’s now a GCU social work master’s student, a foster care placement director and a passionate advocate for veterans. news.gcu.edu/online-educati…

The Lope Shop is preparing the campus store for students and their families this Welcome Week! See what you can expect: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/lope-…

The numbers are big: 105 events planned over eight days and nearly 20,000 snack units ordered (Oreos anyone?). Not to mention, legions of GCU students and family members will descend on campus starting Aug. 25, the beginning of Welcome Week! Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/welco…

GCU instructor Riley Rosengarten spent a lot of time attending to patients in critical care in his previous career. Now he's teaching nursing students about the compassion and commitment it requires. Read more: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/criti…

Get to know GCU's assistant dean of music, Dr. Juan Hernandez! news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/get-t…

The August issue of GCU Magazine is here! This issue features stories on GCU’s impact on the community, alumnus Levi Conlow, who runs a multimillion dollar e-bike company, a one-of-a-kind hackable, gamified network called HACKnet and more! Read here: indd.adobe.com/view/fd5c9668-…