Back in 1946, no other university in America had a television studio. Creighton was the first. Students and faculty helped produce and broadcast some of the earliest TV programming in the country. What aired when Creighton went live with its own TV show? Who made it all possible? Our tribute to Creighton’s television firsts has all the details. 

Pete Elbert, BSBA’23, found an old retreat pamphlet. He copied it, changed the dates and invited Christina Davis, BS’23, to a “silent retreat” at the place where they’d first fallen in love. Boy, was she in for a surprise! 

A 50th birthday celebration at a driving course was supposed to be a one-time thrill. Instead, it launched a racing career for Todd Coleman, JD’95. The CEO of Canada’s largest data center company also competes at 190 mph. 

Does the August arrival of campus move-in carts instantly trigger internal terror sensors because you’re scarred by exhausting back-and-forth trips carrying suitcases up stairways and maneuvering furniture down hallways? Or, is this an exhilarating reminder of all the good times in your dorm? Explore Creighton’s move-in scenes through the years. 

Alan “AJ” Acierno, DDS’01, and the Rev. Timothy “Tim” Breen, SJ, became the two newest additions to Creighton University’s Board of Trustees. The Rev. Daniel S. Hendrickson, SJ, PhD, said the new trustees join at a “transformative time” for Creighton. Read more. 

As a nursing student, Olivia Manning, BSN’25, studied ways to prevent pressure injuries in hospitalized patients. Today, she’s putting that research into practice as a HAPI (Health Acquired Pressure Injuries) Champion at Bergan Mercy. See how she makes an impact. 

It’s time for Creighton Days! We’re hosting alumni and friends back on campus Friday, Oct. 2 – Sunday, Oct. 4. Join us! Reminisce with your classmates during reunion parties and revisit your favorite campus hangout spot at special weekend events. 

Reconnect with your Creighton community in Maui from Feb. 15-18, 2027. This four-day conference delivers critical clinical updates, evidence-based practices and 13 CE hours designed for primary care clinicians and other healthcare providers. Register by Aug. 31, 2026, to secure the Early Bird rate and save $200. 

During Make-a-Will Month, we invite you to take this crucial step in ensuring your wishes are met, your family is cared for, and your life's work and values are preserved. Don't wait! Request your complimentary Estate Planning Guide today.

The Rev. Daniel S. Hendrickson, SJ, PhD, walks “Up the Aisle” inside St. John’s Church in this special video interview with Adam Llorens. They chat about Creighton’s commitment to student success and the Jesuit principles guiding the University's mission. Check out the conversation.  

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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