Dr. Ellen Maccarone is an associate professor of Philosophy, specializing in applied ethics at Gonzaga University. “I love the rich history and traditions that Jesuit education brings; I love the close connections I am able to have with the students; I love how very much the students love GU, too,” Dr. Maccarone explains. “This isn’t something I have seen at all the other places I have taught or been a student.”
Having just been awarded tenure, Maccarone says what she takes from teaching at the University is a better way to educate, a better development of her own thinking within her discipline and interdisiplinarily and a deeper understanding of her own faith. “Professors can go through formation and transformation, too!” Ellen exclaims.
“I give to the University because I think what we do here matters and giving helps us do that work, especially for students who could not otherwise afford to be here. Giving means we are living the mission by opening it up to more people and having the resources to do it responsibly. We’re all part of the same community and if we desire that community to be strong, we have to give to those who come next.”
That’s why Dr. Maccarone gives back to Gonzaga and now she tags you!