There are countless authentically Creighton moments and milestones that have come to define this campus. And in 2026, we’re highlighting several of these incredible, wacky, landmark anniversaries. Things like: The solo banjo jam session that produced the school fight song, the closing of Beal’s Grill, the addition of the B+ grade, and major breakthroughs for men’s basketball and soccer. Take a tour through Creighton’s past in our 2026 Anniversaries.

Creighton University’s future athletic facility, currently under construction on the east end of campus, will be named “The Bill” in honor of the late Bill Scott, a longtime donor and friend to the University. The Bill is set to open in 2027.

The new Creighton Quad, record-breaking enrollment and another volleyball Elite Eight run highlighted a memorable year on campus. What else made headlines in 2025? We compiled a list of our biggest (and most-read) stories.

With the men’s basketball team approaching its annual Pink-Out game, it’s time to bring back a popular alumni story from 2025 about Emily Belden Bond, BA’08. A social media update from a college friend prompted her to see a doctor. She was soon diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. Read more.

If you attended a Bluejay sporting event last fall, you may have noticed: Creighton has male cheerleaders again. And megaphones! After nearly 30 years, the Athletic Department reintroduced a coed cheer team to the Bluejay sideline. Learn more about the cheer squad.

The biggest pregame party of the season is taking place Saturday, Jan. 31 before the Creighton men’s basketball team faces off against UConn. Join us! There will be food and drinks, family-friendly activities and lots of Bluejay pride.

How much firsthand experience do Creighton students receive? Well, Will Kaatz, BSBA’25, managed part of Creighton’s endowment, pitched stocks in a national competition and so much more. It’s why he’s hit the ground running as an equity research analyst. Learn more about his Creighton experience. 

College baseball season is right around the corner, which means the Mark Kingston era will soon begin. The first-year Bluejay coach has big shoes to fill, but the job made so much sense to him that he’s willing to try. Kinda like volleyball coach Brian Rosen, who replaced a legend and led Creighton to the Elite Eight in Year 1. Read more.

Patients dealing with burn injuries not only need physical treatment, but their rehabilitation process involves mental and emotional factors as well. That’s where Cassidy Schilling, OTD’25, excels. She’s written a children’s book and is working on another. Learn more about how she tries to meet each patient’s needs.

Each month, we share a selection of updates and accomplishments from our Creighton alumni community! Click here to view all Class Notes.

Creighton alumni and friends are taking over bars and restaurants across the country. Join us! During the basketball season, from coast to coast, we’re hosting pregame tailgates and watch parties to bring Bluejays together and cheer on our teams. Check out the schedule and save your spot. 

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