While serving at the largest U.S. military base in Afghanistan, Matthew Badell, JD’25, learned a couple lessons, including this one: “If you’ve still got fuel in the tank, you’ve got to keep flying.” It’s why, after 26 years in the U.S. Army, he moved his family from Provo, Utah, to Omaha and enrolled in Creighton’s law school. Read more.

It’s where the Jonas Brothers showed up once. And where a concert ruined the turf. And where intramural legends were born. Oh, and the Bluejay baseball and softball teams called it home, too. The CU Sports Complex may be gone, but its quirky history won't be forgotten.

Creighton ranked among the top 50 nationally in three categories (First-Year Experiences, Undergraduate Teaching and Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects) in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges.” 

This season, five Bluejays played for Major League Baseball teams (one shy of the program record of six, which has only happened twice). And one of the alums, Isaac Collins, BA’20, spent much of this summer in the running for the National League Rookie of the Year Award. Check out the five best moments of 2025 for Creighton’s MLB standouts. 

Back by popular demand: Our Creighton Advent Calendar. It’s a sometimes fun, sometimes inspiring way to celebrate the Christmas season with Creighton-themed treats, videos, stories and more. You can opt in to receive the calendar’s weekly email notices throughout December. Sign up today.

The hometown pharmacy known for its personalized, community-focused care is co-owned by two Creighton alumni, who are living out a mission of service, faith and philanthropy. Eric Hamik, BSPHA’91, and Kimberly Semin Hamik, BSPHA’91, are making a difference for others. Read more. 

Our podcast featuring conversations with alumni, Jesuits, faculty members and more will return this month, and you can be among the first to know when the next episode launches. Learn more.

Want to bring Bluejays together in your city? Every year, alumni host basketball watch parties at local bars and restaurants across the country. It’s easy to organize (and the Alumni Relations office is here to help). Learn more about planning your own fun event. 

A group of alumnae gathered together on the Mall last month when someone asked the question: Why were they back on campus? Their eyes all darted toward one of their friends. After all, she’s the one who went door to door inside Deglman Hall to introduce herself to everyone 50 years ago. Read more. 

On the east side of campus, 11 new or upgraded facilities and outdoor spaces will be installed to reshape a 12-block recreational and athletic corridor. What will it all look like? We have the full blueprint for the Fly Together initiative. Browse our interactive map. 

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

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