Mark Gonzales

Lope Shop readies for the hustle, bustle of Welcome Week

Wood paneling, a purple backsplash and indoor plants are just three of several features implemented by Lope Shop in preparation for Welcome Week Aug. 25-30. […]

Student hoping to turn heads with hair treatment business finds a home at GCU

RaSean McMiller was ready to continue his studies and hair treatment business to Florida. But a detour to Grand Canyon University has proven to be […]

Five questions with Anya Cofrancesco

EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was originally published as the "5-on-5" feature in GCU Magazine. You can access the current or past issues of the magazine […]

Hall of Faith theme highlights fall 2025 Chapel series

Hall of Faith will be the theme for Grand Canyon University's Fall 2025 Chapel season. A longstanding tradition will continue as GCU President Brian Mueller […]

GCU provides springboard for Peoria entrepreneurs

GCU's Entrepreneur Training Program is making an impact in the city of Peoria, which held its first Demo Day event featuring local entrepreneurs. Alexis Szewczyk, […]

Degrees of excellence: Senior enlisted leader didn't stop at one doctorate

EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was originally published in the April 2025 issue of GCU Magazine, available in the purple bins on campus or digitally. Tina Gilson […]

Passion, preparation push doctoral grad to state award

Amy Uchacz wanted to successfully defend her dissertation with the intent to help educators and show support for principals. Uchacz succeeded with distinction, as she […]

Mission trip to Nicaragua becomes artform for GCU students

Experiencing a Mission trip to Nicaragua last year left such an indelible impression on Angelica Marmolejo that she elected to go again this spring - […]

Mission accomplished: Canyon Ventures director honored for impacting students

For the last six years, Robert Vera has embarked on "a personal mission to be significant in the lives of others." That commitment was reciprocated […]