Missionary Society of St. Columban receives Presidential Medallion from Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska.

Winter weather did not deter more than 225 students, their family and friends from gathering Saturday, Dec. 20 to celebrate Creighton University’s winter commencement. The ceremony took place on campus at the Kiewit Convocation and Fitness Center. Presiding at the ceremony was the Rev. John P. Schlegel, S.J, Creighton University President.

About 131 baccalaureate degrees were conferred with 95 students receiving advanced degrees.

Several awards honoring people and organizations that have made positive differences in the Omaha community and across the nation were given.

The Rev. Arturo Aguilar, SSC, Regional Director for the Missionary Society of St. Columban, USA, accepted the University’s Presidential Medallion on behalf of the Society, which celebrated the 90th anniversary of their founding in 2008.


In the photo, from left to right, Rev. Roc O’Connor, S.J. Rector of the Jesuit Community; Rev. Arturo Aguilar, S.S.C receiving award; Rev. John P. Schlegel, S.J. Creighton University President.