Gonzaga University Wine Institute launches Certificate in the Legal and Business Aspects of Wine

Gonzaga University, via its School of Law working in partnership with its School of Business and School of Leadership Studies, is the first university in the country to feature a suite of academic programming related to the business, management and legal aspects of the wine industry. The Gonzaga University Wine Institute administers a Certificate in the Legal and Business Aspects of Wine, offers continuing education courses related to the wine industry, and organizes educational immersion events in the United States and abroad.

Gonzaga University Wine Institute Sponsors

This program is also made possible by the Gonzaga Law School Foundation. We are actively seeking wineries to host future immersion events. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Email Gonzaga University Wine Institute Director Jessica Kiser to learn more. 

Chateau Ste Michelle Winery is the inaugural winery sponsor of the Gonzaga University Wine Institute. As Washington’s oldest winery and the producer of numerous award-winning wines, Chateau Ste. Michelle has shared its vast expertise as we developed our online curriculum.

Lee&Hayes, a pre-eminent intellectual property (IP) practice in Spokane, is also a Gonzaga University Wine Institute sponsor.

Programming

In conjunction with the Gonzaga in Florence program, the GU Wine Institute's inaugural group traveled to Italy during Summer 2019 to learn about wine law from leading experts. The program was a resounding success and a great way to kick off Gonzaga Law's new venture.

The GU Wine Institute also partnered with WOMEN LEAD at the Gonzaga School of Leadership Studies to hold the Women in Wine Napa Valley Conference. This conference offered two tracks - one in women’s leadership, and the other in wine law. Participants heard from empowering keynote speakers and then chose among various workshops at local