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Longtime Creighton faculty member funds scholarship in School of Medicine
For 40-plus years, Dr. Aryan Mooss mentored Creighton cardiology fellows. He pushed them and prodded them and (when necessary) scared them into being the best doctors they could be.
A friendship with Father Schlegel inspired education for all
In 1975, Mike Zoellner met a charismatic Jesuit priest. The two became fast and lifelong friends. “Meeting Father John (Schlegel) changed my life.”
Medical student finds his beat giving back
His gratitude for his own scholarships and opportunities motivated him to support his peers through the Creighton Fund.
Professor says success starts with serving others
Alekha Dash, PhD, always knew he would one day teach.
Creighton's extended family is worldwide
One winter day, 1,400 miles from the cornerstone of campus, James, BSPha’71, and Barb O’Brien discovered a shared Creighton connection with a perfect stranger.
Daughter inspires parents to pay it forward
Over the last four years, Ann and Barry Schmitt have witnessed their daughter transform into a Creighton-educated and experienced global citizen who is well positioned to live, lead and collaborate anywhere in the world.
Champions for Bluejays - on the court and beyond
For nearly three decades, they kept a close eye on Creighton Athletics. Neither attended Creighton University, but after three of their four children came to Creighton, their interest in Creighton Athletics became a passion for a greater cause.
Creighton couple felt called to give back to their matchmaker
More than 40 years since a fateful Welcome Week, David and Mary Pylipows’ relationship remains as strong as ever. As does their connection to Creighton, their belated matchmaker.
An alumnus with a passion for palliative care
Dr. Cudahy’s passion for learning and his shared mission with his alma mater to serve others have culminated in the creation of the Cudahy Palliative Care Scholarship at Creighton University.
Pharmacy alumna's gift goes the distance
The success of Nelly Nigro’s life is best measured not in money nor influence but mileage.