Fú Asian Grill (Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.)Another affordable lunch or late night spot, Fú Asian Grill is conveniently located on 24th and Chicago just off campus.They have all kinds of Asian entrees and appetizers. I always get their delicious, handmade spring rolls and the coconut curry shrimp…
The Creighton Students Union Program board coordinated with the SLIC to host a roller-skate and archery event in the Kiewit Fitness Center as a way to give Creighton Students a safe activity to do on a Saturday night.The event was held on the basketball courts in the KFC from 8-10 p.m. Alex …
The 16th annual Omaha Film Festival took a COVID-19 safe virtual approach this year in addition to limited in-person screenings. The festival runs from March 2-14 with in person screenings at the Aksarben Cinema on March 12 and 13.Narrative features, documentaries, short films and animated s…
The Creighton Students Union Program Board put on a socially distant Murder Mystery Dinner in Brandeis this past Monday.The Murder Mystery dinner was a very interactive experience that allowed students to meet new people and bond over the mystery at hand.I will not put any spoiler alerts - b…
The Creighton University African American Student Association, CUASA, hosted a modified version of their annual soul food event on Feb. 26.In order to allow this event to occur in the safest way possible, CUASA partnered with Sodexo to serve prepackaged soul food meals in the Brandeis dining…
This is my grandma Diane’s recipe. She makes them in bulk so there is always enough to share.Information:Makes 6-7 dozen cookies Preheat oven to 350 degreesIngredients:1 cup white sugar1 cup brown sugar1 cup butter1 cup corn oil1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla3 1/2 cups flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspo…
The Lieben Center for Women is hosting a virtual four-part discussion group series to talk about FX and Hulu’s show, “Mrs. America” from Feb. 18 to Apr. 1.This discussion group series is open to all members of the Creighton community. Participants are encouraged to watch a few episodes befor…
The CIC and Muslim Student Association hosted a panel about modest fashion on Friday night. The event was titled “Making the Hijab Mainstream” and featured a pioneer in the modest fashion industry, Summer Albarcha.The panel was led by senior in the College of Arts and Sciences Yasmine Jakmou…
The Lauritzen Gardens has put on a new display designed to wow: Fantastical Folklore. This exhibit is an indoor, beautifully structured floral display of art that has been constructed by both the Lauritzen Gardens staff and local artists.When I went and visited this exhibit, I was brought to…
At a time when the world is sweeping with news of treatment updates, it can be easy to overlook the best medicine of all, laughter.The Creighton Students Union Program Board organized a virtual comedy show on Feb. 10 with stand-up comedian Jessi Campbell.“I like how she brought humor into ou…
Tik Tok seems to make just about everything viral, and this time it’s pasta.A few weeks ago, a feta cheese and tomato pasta recipe broke through to most of the Tik Tok community and it’s still going strong today.Like most everyone else on the internet, I decided to try my hand at the Tik Tok…
Creighton’s Coca-Cola representatives sponsored a free sampling event in the Skutt Student Center to market the new Coca-Cola with coffee product on Tuesday.Coca-Cola with coffee “sips like a Coke, [and] finishes like a coffee” according to the Coca-Cola website. This Brazilian coffee bean-i…
Hot Shops Art Center has displayed their Collaboration Exhibit virtually and in person since Jan. 4. The Collaboration Exhibit aims to highlight that although lockdown may limit what we can do, our creativity is never limited.Hot Shops Art Center is located at 1301 Nicholas St., and it speci…
The Creighton Intercultural Center kicked off Black History Month with its “Chalk and Talk” program on Feb. 5 over Zoom.This program served as a space for students to celebrate and remember Black culture through the creative expression of chalkboard decorating, which they can later keep to s…
The basis of “The Most Dangerous Animal of All” is one man’s story of why he believes the “Zodiac Killer” is his father. This four-part series, which you can find on Hulu, dives into Gary Stewart’s narrative and why he is convinced that the infamous serial killer is his biological father.
The Creighton Intercultural Center hosted the Creighton United event from Nov. 3-5 in the Skutt Student Center, where students made the Creighton United pledge and had their pictures taken.
Football and Fireworks took place outside Morrison Stadium on Oct. 30. The event started at 6 p.m., with students having to check in to participate in the event.
“Among Us” has taken over Creighton University during the COVID-19 semester.
After serving 36 years as the host of “Jeopardy!” Alex Trebek died peacefully on Sunday Nov. 8 after a long fight with pancreatic cancer. He was 80.
Creighton’s VIP Center has started a new program to allow students to ground, restore and be present in their hearts through the art of yoga.
“Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI” is this week’s feature for the true crime hotspot.
After weeks of being closed, the Joslyn Art Museum officially opened back up to the public on Aug 7.
Netflix has been producing some really great films lately.
Junkstock Fall Festival at Sycamore Farms has wrapped up for the season with great reviews from those who had attended.
If you’re craving some spicy, savory tacos but not sure where to go, look no further because here are five honest reviews of where you should go for your next bite in Omaha.
The “Bachelor” franchise has become my guilty pleasure.
With most of our favorite fall activities canceled and get-togethers limited, it can be tough to find a fun, safe and socially-distanced activity. Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, however, remains a favorite with Creighton students. Just 25 minutes away, Vala’s offers a space where students are able to…
One aspect of true-crime documentaries that makes them so interesting is the unsettling feeling you get from watching the horror unfold on the screen. “Abducted in Plain Sight,” also known as “Forever B,” is a 2017 true-crime documentary you can find on Netflix that is filled with moments ca…
As the university moves toward allowing clubs to meet, pep band is one of the first to be granted in-person practices.
Hurts Donut Co. has a new location in Omaha, located off Blondo and N. 120th streets.
In a time when local music venues and art exhibits are not open to the public, it’s more important than ever to support local artists in whatever ways possible.
Netflix recently released the documentary “American Murder: The Neighbor Next Door.”
With the weather getting colder by the day, we are all looking for ways to spend these last few warm days outside. Visiting Lauritzen Gardens is a great option to get some fresh air and take a break from Omaha’s busy streets.
The Creighton dance program is more than just taking dance classes and developing one’s physical skills on the dance floor. It is a community that stands for positivity, healthy competitiveness and personal growth.
Creighton’s Lieben Center for Women hosted its September Women’s Journey virtually on Sept. 24 to provide space for women on campus to come together and discuss the relevant things going on in their lives.
This week I have another podcast to suggest: Crime Junkie.
Like most events taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic, the study abroad fair looks different than it has in past years.
The Joslyn Art Museum is partnering with Yoga Now to offer free, hour-long yoga lessons every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. until the end of September.
When it comes to fashion, it is easy to get caught up in trying to keep up with the latest trends. However, looking at the ethics behind your clothing might persuade you to look for your new favorite items in a more sustainable fashion.
The Emmys brought some joy into the world this weekend. While honoring the best primetime TV shows of the year, the awards also delivered some much needed humor. Here are just a few highlights from the 2020 Emmy Awards.
“Athlete A” was the name given to Maggie Nichols when she anonymously reported Larry Nassar for sexual abuse. In a Netflix documentary with the same name, the abuse that many USA Gymnastics athletes underwent during Nassar’s years of working alongside coaches has been brought to light, and t…
Located off the corner of 50th Street in the Dundee-Happy Hollow Historic District lies Amsterdam Falafel and Kabob.
We’re used to this.The Class of 2024 has been no stranger to cancellations.After six months in this pandemic, I think it is safe to say that the two week “COVID break” in the spring that many schools promised went well beyond what any of us high school seniors had imagined.At first, it was p…
Since its debut in 2016, Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark’s podcast, “My Favorite Murder,” has gained a cultlike follow- ing. The self-named “Murderino” fan base has grown to reach millions of monthly listeners and sell out worldwide tours.The podcast aims to focus on a murder, true-cri…
Kim Kardashian announced Tuesday that the next season of “Keeping up with the Kar- dashians” will be the last.And I have mixed feelings about it.A part of me has waited for this day. At this point, I am sick of reading and hearing about what this family is doing. I’m over their outfits, too.…
People have been craving entertainment throughout the coronavirus pandemic. For those who are fans of the performing arts, the sudden lack of performances could be seen as an annoyance, but for those artists whose livelihoods depend on performing, the pandemic has caused monumental financial…
Thinking outside of the box is something that artists are well-known for, but what happens to creative ideas when art must be kept behind a mask? In preparation for the upcoming performing arts season, Creighton University’s musical theater department is researching practices to enable stude…
Quarantine isn’t over yet, and you may feel like there is nothing to do, but here are some things that were popular that you can do to fill time now.
I hesitated to start “Outer Banks” when I came across it on my Netflix suggestions earlier this summer.
When you think about the name “Taylor Swift,” you probably think of either her roots as a country singer or the pop icon that she has developed into. That being said, Swift is moving into a new branch of music with the release of her album “folklore” in July 2020.
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