SPOKANE, Wash. – Gonzaga University held its dedication of the Volkar Center for Athletic Achievement on Thursday evening.
The building, located just west of the McCarthey Athletic Center on North Cincinnatti Street, is dedicated to Patrick Volkar, who did not go to the school but loves the Gonzaga community. The building was also blessed by University Vice President Father Frank Case, SJ and President Thayne McCulloh and Director of Athletic Mike Roth gave remarks.
The Volkar Center is a 51,240-square foot facility aimed at helping student athletes succeed in competition in the classroom and in the community. It houses student athlete support services, a weight room, nutrition center, basketball practice court, Gonzaga Athletics hall of fame and multiple meeting areas.