Words That Start With Letters
This word, originating in the 1800s, means to make something nasty.
Nastify
In March 2001, this Diamondback killed a bird with a 96 mph fastball to the dome, and also the rest of it.
Randy Johnson
This Honors professor might be known for her taste in rock music, fandom for Duke, and professional gingerbread house making
Dr. Ross
This ancient Greek masterpiece, attributed to Homer, chronicles the events surrounding the Trojan War, featuring legendary heroes like Achilles and Hector, and the wrath of the gods
The Iliad
Probably way bigger than 95% of places compared to other colleges, yet there never seems to be enough spots of students, this is where history is made, dreams are crushed, and Dan Hurley cries.
CHI Arena
This double f-word refers to meaningless or insincere talk, i.e. balderdash
Flimflam
It is commonly believed that Frederick, Prince of Wales died due to being struck by this type of buggy ball in 1751.
Cricket
This Honors professor might be known for his deep appreciation for St. Louis, so much so that there’s an entire SAM dedicated to it. Just be careful when mentioning your favorite sports teams to him. Especially if its not the Cowboys
Dr. Matthew Averett
Written by Sophocles, this collection or trilogy rather of three plays deals with themes of fate, prophecy, and morality. Name one of these three theban plays.
Oedipus Rex (or the king), Oedipus at Colonus, Antigone
For some this is one the best things about Omaha, while for others they have never been. Perhaps you’ve been here with family on visit, maybe an excursion for welcome week, or a field trip for one of your classes. This attraction is often competing with San Diego for the #1 spot
Omaha Zoo
This very useful word describes that part of your back that you can never quite scratch.
Acnestis
In 3200 BCE phamous Pharoah Menes was “carried off and killed” by one of these hungry, hungry animals?
Hippopotamus
This Honors professor is well known for being one of the best video streamers around, pulling hundreds of views every single week. You’d think someone’s favorite day of the week would be Friday or Saturday, but its all about Metacognition Mondays with this guy.
Dr. Reedy
In this dialogue written by Plato, Socrates engages in a discussion about justice, the ideal state, and the nature of the soul, featuring the allegory of the cave and the concept of philosopher-kings.
The Republic
If you haven’t tried it you really are missing out. With a new location being opened not to far from creighton, this dessert location has been previously ranked #1 for best ice cream in the country
Coneflower Creamery
This word for nonsense inspired a Lewis Carroll poem.
Jabberwock
In 310 BCE Antiphanes, a famous comic poet, died after being struck by this fruit.
Pear
This Honors professor is well known for his association with justice and peace studies but did you also know that he played Division 1 hockey??
Dr. DiLeo
This seminal work, written by Augustine of Hippo, is an introspective narrative detailing his journey to Christianity, grappling with questions of sin, redemption, and divine grace.
The Confessions
This establishment is likely a place that every Creighton student will frequent at least once in the time here. Often venturing downstairs into tightly enclosed space with a lack of seating. This is also the venue for one of Omaha’s Oktoberfest celebrations
The Crescent Moon
This word from the Iliad describes your neighbor, but only when their house is on fire.
Ucalegon
In 1410 Martin of Aragon died of a combination of these two conditions, brought on by eating a whole goose and a jester that was a little bit too good at his job
Indigestion and uncontrollable laughing
This Honors professor might be known for their iconic warm welcoming smile. You might see this person in different attire and could potentially refer to him as Reverend instead of Dr
This work, written by Ovid, features a series of mythical transformations, including the tale of Daphne turning into a laurel tree and Narcissus becoming a flower.
Metamorphosis
No reservations, walks in only, so better pray the wait isn’t too long. This restaurant is a student favorite and probably some of the best mexican food in Omaha.
Mula