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A Grit Scholar’s nursing journey

Ola Hezel, a senior in Creighton’s College of Nursing and Grit Scholar, has cared for patients at life’s most tender moments. Through leadership roles and clinical experience, she’s learned the power of compassionate care — a lesson she’ll carry into her nursing career at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Powered by grit, guided by purpose

Stephanie Hernandez came to Creighton as a first-generation student uncertain of her path — but through the Grit Scholarship, she found her purpose.

All in for Creighton: Henry’s defining moment

Heider senior Henry Boulay’s journey to Creighton began with a surprise — a Grit Scholarship that made him “all in for Creighton.” Now starting his career in financial planning, he is grateful for the community and opportunities the scholarship made possible.