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Forty years ago, more than 900 members of a cult died in the mass murder-suicide known as the “Jonestown massacre.” Creighton alumnus and congressman Leo Ryan was investigating when he was killed by Jonestown gunmen. This is his story.

A former student fondly recalls the life-changing kindness shown to her by the Rev. Michael Morrison, SJ, Creighton’s 22nd president, who died this spring.

Alumnus Joe Ricketts, BA’68, brings his vision for an Ignatian-based retreat experience to life at the 936-acre Cloisters on the Platte retreat center.

As Creighton turns 140 years old this year, we take a look back at significant, and light-hearted, moments in time, as well as exciting developments on the horizon.

Struggling to get into medical school, a former emigrant finds success, fulfillment, deeper faith and a home at Creighton University.

Health Care, Science and Ethics

The Rev. Kevin FitzGerald, SJ, PhD, PhD, an internationally renowned lecturer, researcher and educator in bioethics and genomics, joins Creighton as the new John A. Creighton Professor.

Celebrating 140 Years of Creighton University: Powell, Albright to Speak at Creighton

As part of the 140 Presidential Lecture Series, Creighton will host former Secretaries of State Dr. Madeleine Albright and Gen. Colin Powell on Oct. 30 to discuss national and global issues.

Jesuit Gardens: ‘A Gift’

World-renowned photographer the Rev. Don Doll, SJ, reflects on the gift of 50 years of priesthood.

The Big Question: How Do You Build a Culture of Success?

Two accomplished leaders — one in sports and one in the military — share insights on building a culture of success.

Dialogue: In the Footsteps of St. Ignatius

A Creighton group grows closer to the University’s roots by following in the footsteps of St. Ignatius of Loyola.

Inside the New School of Dentistry Building

A lecture hall for the 21st century, the active-learning classroom inside the new School of Dentistry building will transform the traditional lecture environment to an interactive — and engaging — learning space for dental students and faculty.