Meet the Staff
Meaning of the Nautilus:
Scientists, poets and sailors have long been captivated by the Chambered Nautilus. As the Nautilus grows, it creates new, wider and larger chambers that are perfectly proportionate. A lifeline connects one chamber to the next, so previous rooms are left behind but not forgotten. It reminds us that growth is part of God’s creation, and even as there are profound changes in the world around it, the Chambered Nautilus thrives. The Chambered Nautilus is emblematic of ideas, vision for discovery, rigorous scientific inquiry, innovation, renewal, continuity, change and interconnectedness. Thus, it symbolizes the mission of the Office of Academic and Student Affairs to support students in the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions on their journey to grow intellectually, personally, socially, spiritually and professionally.
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René Padilla, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA
Associate Dean for Academic & Student Affairs
rpadilla@creighton.edu
(402) 280-4745
Overall OASA Leadership, Service Development & Assessment
Curriculum Coordination
Academic Advisor & Faculty Liaison Oversight
Student Complaints Related to Accreditation Standards
OASA Staff & Procedures Supervision
Policy Updates
Non-academic Misconduct
Immunizations, CPR, HIPAA, & Universal Precautions Oversight
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Linda S. Scheirton, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
scheirtl@creighton.edu
(402) 280-3108
Student Academic Program Monitoring / Guidance
Scholastic Standing Programs & Policies
Graduation Clearance & Approval
Leaves of Absence
Professionalism
Academic Misconduct
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Shawn Cook, MPA.
Director of Student Affairs
shawncook@creighton.edu
(402) 280-5569
Student Leadership Program Oversight
SPAHP Student Government Advising
Nominations to Honor / Leadership Societies
Welcome Week Coordination
Graduate Recognition & Hooding Ceremonies
Commencement Ceremonies
Student Life / Activities
Honor Code and Policy Updates for Students
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Brigid E. Bidrowski, B.A.
Director of Public Affairs
bbidrows@creighton.edu
(402) 280-4742
Special Projects, Events
Public and Alumni Relations
Development
Fundraising
Publications
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Katie Christenson, MS, PLMHP
Academic Success Counselor
KatherineChristenson@creighton.edu
(402) 280-4772
Individual Academic Counseling
(study skills, test-taking strategies, etc.)
Academic Success Programs (courses, seminars, guest presentations,
pre-matriculation program, engagement surveys, tutors, etc.)
Monitoring Off-sequence Students
Financial Aid / Emergency Loans / Scholarship Issues
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Jeannine Di Pasquale, MS,
Academic Success Counselor
JeannineDiPasquale@creighton.edu
(402) 280-5677
Individual Academic Counseling
(study skills, test-taking strategies, etc.)
Academic Success Programs (courses, seminars, guest presentations,
pre-matriculation program, engagement surveys, tutors, etc.)
Monitoring Off-sequence Students
Financial Aid / Emergency Loans / Scholarship Issues
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Diana K. Fender
Compliance Coordinator
dkf98257@creighton.edu
(402) 280-2968
Course Waivers / Challenge Exams
Curriculum Tracking
Course Offerings
Audits,
(degree, electives, intern registration, etc)
Transient Study Requests
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Joann Crinklaw
Scheduler
jcrinklaw@creighton.edu
(402) 280-3297
Room scheduling for SPAHP
(courses, student organizations,
special events, etc)
Web Page Updates
Jobs4Jays
Calendar Postings
Career Fair
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Elizabeth L. Gustin
Support Secretary to Associate Deans
egustin@creighton.edu
(402) 280-3109
Associate Dean Clerical Support
Appointments with Associate Deans
Verification Forms and Dean’s Letters
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Jeanne M. Riha
Support Secretary for Registration Services
jmriha@creighton.edu
(402) 280-3296
Student Registration and Holds
Grade Reporting
Visiting Student Information
Name Changes
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Gretchen M. Schmutz
Assistant Events Coordinator
GretchenSchmutz@creighton.edu
(402) 280-3610
Clerical and Event Support for Alumni Relations and Public Affairs
Clerical Support for OASA staff
CPR Clinics Coordination
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Laurie Massa
Front Desk Assistant
LaurieMassa@creighton.edu
(402) 280-1147
Front Desk Coverage
Mail Distribution
Work-study Schedules/Timesheets
Student Nametag orders
Locker and Mailbox Assignments
Academic Success Event Support
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Office of Academic and Student Affairs
School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
Creighton University
Criss III Building, Suite 154
2500 California Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68178,
Phone: 402.280.1147;
Toll Free: 800.325.2830 ext.3
Fax: 402.280-1148
Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, central time, Monday through Friday.
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