Christine Olson

Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska

High School: Millard West High School

College: Nebraska Wesleyan University (BA), University of Wisconsin-Madison (MS). Creighton University EdD - in progress

Major: Bachelors in Biology, Masters in Global Higher Education and Policy Analysis, EdD in Interdisciplinary Leadership

Activities during college: Study Abroad in Australia, Belize and Costa Rica, Student Ambassador, Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, Freshman welcome leader, Environmental Clubs, Yoga Club, sand volleyball intramurals, Tri-Beta Biology Honor Society, Order of Omega Greek Honor Society and Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society.

Hobbies: Traveling, reading, trying every coffee shop and pizza shop around town and hitting a workout class!

Fun fact about yourself: I’ve been to 18 (and counting!) countries. My favorites are India, Australia and Romania!

Why do you think Creighton is special? Creighton has a friendly atmosphere from the minute you step onto campus. Everyone here pushes you to chase your passions and to continue learning even if it seems impossible. Creighton puts an emphasis on taking your learning outside of the classroom which is how I learned what I was truly passionate about when I was in college – so I love that it is incorporated into everything here!

Do you have any special advice or tips for applicants? Be yourself always. At the end of the day, you are the one going to college, make sure that you can see yourself thriving wherever you choose to attend!

What do you like about Omaha and what are your favorite secret spots? Omaha is that city where no matter how much you do over the weekend, there is always something that you missed out on. There are events happening all over town and a lot of different places to explore. Some of my favorite hidden gems are Lauritzen Gardens (I used to give tours there!), Stories Coffee and the Greek Islands Restaurant - they have the best authentic Greek food in town!