Creighton Campus Development

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 9:12 am

all i know is creighton's campus is blowin up. Â They should give tours to the public...without having to lie and say you want to enroll.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 2:48 pm

I see. Gosh the fitness center building looks almost identical to the athletics complex that is nearing completion (probably intentionally).

Post by **Brad** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 2:52 pm

StreetsOfOmaha wrote:I see. Gosh the fitness center building looks almost identical to the athletics complex that is nearing completion (probably intentionally).

I would say it was intentional.

The Rasmussen Center is the second phase of the Ryan Center project. The first phase, scheduled for completion in August, consists of the Ryan Center, which will house athletic department offices, locker rooms and strength and conditioning facilities, and the D.J. Sokol Arena, which will seat about 3,000 for women's basketball and volleyball.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 2:58 pm

Thanks Brad. I guess I didn't read it close enough.

windsor · Post by **windsor** » Wed Jun 24, 2009 3:49 pm

Sounds like quite the center, 150X200 indoor sheet of grass , a rock climbing wall.

Post by **Brad** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 4:21 pm

The Ryan Center and Sokol Arena are open to the public today until 6. Â I just checked it out, nice place.

Morrison Stadium also open too.

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 5:01 pm

were you able to snag any photos?

Post by **Brad** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 5:07 pm

They are downloading now.

Post by **Brad** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 10:30 pm

Here are a couple panos and an exterior shot:

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Mon Aug 10, 2009 7:33 am

Creighton is cool.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Mon Aug 10, 2009 3:37 pm

Looks really nice, but very "high school".

Post by **Brad** » Mon Aug 10, 2009 3:40 pm

StreetsOfOmaha wrote:Looks really nice, but very "high school".

Few things:
1. High schools don't have video replay boards.
2. High schools are all bleachers, here only the one end is bleachers.
3. Its women's basketball and volleyball, the Civic was way too large. Â This is the perfect size for the sports that will use it.

ShawJ · Post by **ShawJ** » Mon Aug 10, 2009 4:03 pm

I think the men's team should play a game or two in there. Imagine that atmosphere! Â :lol:

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Tue Aug 11, 2009 2:21 pm

Brad wrote:
StreetsOfOmaha wrote:Looks really nice, but very "high school".
Few things:
1. High schools don't have video replay boards.
2. High schools are all bleachers, here only the one end is bleachers.
3. Its women's basketball and volleyball, the Civic was way too large. This is the perfect size for the sports that will use it.

You're absolutely right on all three counts. I was just saying it looks "high school". Not to say it's not the appropriate size or a much higher caliber/quality.

windsor · Post by **windsor** » Wed Aug 12, 2009 12:57 pm

Fantastic addition.

Garrett · Post by **Garrett** » Thu Aug 27, 2009 10:58 pm

From sources within Creighton, I have confirmed the baseball fields will be demolished to make room for more dorms and the Teams will be playing at Ameritrade.

Plus, in the distant future the two shorter dorms, Deghlman and Gallager will be demolished and redeveloped.

OmahaJaysCU · Post by **OmahaJaysCU** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 7:47 pm

Axel wrote:Haha sorry I never saw that, thats why I posted, and yes my source is very reliable, they are quite high up...............

I wouldn't really say this is "news." Â This is talked about at the Complex for games all the time, and has been for years. Â It was in the campus master plan released a few years ago.

Post by **Brad** » Sat Oct 31, 2009 5:18 pm

After the UNO Hockey game last night I went out for a drink and ran in to an old friend that knows a lot about whats going on at Creighton. Â He said that Anderson Excavation will tear down Mystery Manor and SEVEN other buildings starting December First. Â I was also told that The next phase of the athletic center will not start for another year. Â Finally I was told that Markoe Hall and the Old Gymnasium (Vinardi Athletic Center) will eventually be torn down.

Here is a photo of the older part of the Creighton Campus. Â The Vinardi Athletic Center is the long brick building in the foreground of this photo, Markoe Hall is just right of it.

RegisResident · Post by **RegisResident** » Sat Oct 31, 2009 10:07 pm

I doubt that Creighton will be tearing down the Old Gym anytime soon- along with athletics it houses the university's IT department and data center. The university just finished a several million dollar upgrade to the data center so I doubt they will be tearing down the building anytime soon. I've heard that the plan for the building after athletics leaves (if they ever do), will be to add additional classrooms and possibly try to consolidate all of IT to one building.

Markoe hall is definitely a possibility although I heard they will just turn the area into green space.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Sun Nov 01, 2009 12:06 pm

With as many open lots as Creighton owns, and as many lots directly adjacent that they COULD own, why on god's green earth would they ever consider tearing down such a substantial, historic structure?!!!!

The Mystery Manor building is actually a really cool rowhouse that deserves to be saved. It's a pity they're planning on tearing it down.

Post by **Brad** » Sun Nov 01, 2009 4:30 pm

StreetsOfOmaha wrote:The Mystery Manor building is actually a really cool rowhouse that deserves to be saved. It's a pity they're planning on tearing it down.

I am going to guess, that the haunted house owners have TRASHED the inside of that house to the point there is nothing but part of the shell left. Â There is a huge really ugly addition on the back, so I am going to guess they chopped the original back full of holes.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Sun Nov 01, 2009 7:40 pm

Well, sure. So it's a great historic shell that could be completely retrofitted with modern style on the inside.

Post by **Brad** » Sun Nov 01, 2009 7:43 pm

StreetsOfOmaha wrote:Well, sure. So it's a great historic shell that could be completely retrofitted with modern style on the inside.

I am sure if someone was willing to pay, the would let you move it.

blueblood · Post by **blueblood** » Mon Nov 02, 2009 8:03 pm

Vinardi will not be torn down. Eventually it is to be remodeled into a premier men's basketball practice facility. The funds are available but the timing is not right.

Post by **Brad** » Tue Jul 06, 2010 3:54 pm

What is Creighton building on its parking lot just south of Cuming? Â I could be crazy but it looks like solar panels?

omaja · Post by **omaja** » Tue Jul 06, 2010 4:01 pm

Saw that today on my way to the airport and that's what it looked like to me, too, Brad.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Tue Jul 06, 2010 4:08 pm

There was an article in the OWH about it a month or two back. I can't remember all the details, but it's a pretty ambitious plan and they were awarded some big grant to do it, I think.

Post by **Brad** » Tue Jul 06, 2010 4:50 pm

It is not only solar panels but the "Largest solar array in Nebraska" and Wind Turbines! Â Really cool!

Creighton's Sustainability Efforts Increase with New Alternative Energy Project

http://www.creighton.edu/publicrelation ... /index.php

www.creighton.edu wrote:Creighton University will harness Nebraska's sunshine and wind this spring as the University begins assembling a large array of solar panels and wind turbines at various locations across campus. When completed, the solar array will be the largest in the state.

The alternative energy project will be part of a new degree program for students studying technology and applied science in the College of Arts and Sciences. They will have research opportunities to assist with the building of the solar array, which will be located in a University parking lot.

The $1.4 million project is a collaborative effort with Omaha Public Power District (OPPD); 1.14 million of that will be funded by federal funds requested by Rep. Lee Terry and Sen. Ben Nelson. The U. S. Department of Energy will administer the money as part of its mission to promote renewable energy. An additional $1.2 million will fund the development of the curriculum for the degree program. Creighton will also serve as a resource for OPPD customers contemplating the use of alternative energy projects on commercial sites.

Post by **nebugeater** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 7:28 am

There is something strangely familiar about this story? Â Can you help me figure out what it is? Â Â :;):

http://www.omaha.com/article/20100707/B ... /707089847

Brent Vigness was looking forward to a good night’s sleep Wednesday.

It’s been almost two weeks since Vigness had rested peacefully. First, he found himself tossing and turning as he wrestled with the decision whether to leave the Creighton softball program after 17 years as coach to accept a similar job at Wisconsin.

Then, after taking the Wisconsin position, Vigness badgered himself about whether he had made the right decision.

“I had a sense of relief for about one day, the day they made the announcement,’’ said Vigness, referring to July 1. “Since then, things just did not feel right.’’

Wednesday morning, Vigness made an unscheduled visit to his former boss, Creighton Athletic Director Bruce Rasmussen. By the time the two men were finished talking, Rasmussen was again Vigness’ boss.

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 8:08 am

nebugeater wrote:There is something strangely familiar about this story? Can you help me figure out what it is? :;):

http://www.omaha.com/article/20100707/B ... /707089847

Brent Vigness was looking forward to a good night’s sleep Wednesday.

It’s been almost two weeks since Vigness had rested peacefully. First, he found himself tossing and turning as he wrestled with the decision whether to leave the Creighton softball program after 17 years as coach to accept a similar job at Wisconsin.

Then, after taking the Wisconsin position, Vigness badgered himself about whether he had made the right decision.

“I had a sense of relief for about one day, the day they made the announcement,’’ said Vigness, referring to July 1. “Since then, things just did not feel right.’’

Wednesday morning, Vigness made an unscheduled visit to his former boss, Creighton Athletic Director Bruce Rasmussen. By the time the two men were finished talking, Rasmussen was again Vigness’ boss.

How long til Altman comes back again?

ShawJ · Post by **ShawJ** » Thu Jul 15, 2010 12:59 pm

On the NW corner of 19th and Cuming Street, it looks like they tore down a building and a parking lot. Anything interesting happening there?

Post by **Brad** » Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:54 pm

It looks like they will still be parking in the lot, the solar panels are raised!

Big E · Post by **Big E** » Sun Jul 18, 2010 10:26 am

Brad wrote:It looks like they will still be parking in the lot, the solar panels are raised!

Raised or razed?

Post by **Brad** » Sun Jul 18, 2010 1:40 pm

Big E wrote:
Brad wrote:It looks like they will still be parking in the lot, the solar panels are raised!
Raised or razed?

Solar Panels elevated above surface parking.

Post by **Brad** » Thu Jul 22, 2010 8:06 am

Photo Update 7/21/2010

Big E · Post by **Big E** » Thu Jul 22, 2010 9:03 am

I wouldn't mind seeing something along those lines as a requirement of any new surface lot development in the city over X square feet.

Maybe even require during redevelopment/repair of existing (similar to how ADA rules work).

thenewguy · Post by **thenewguy** » Thu Jul 22, 2010 6:07 pm

it's such a simple and great idea. You'd think something like that would take off like crazy because (aside from collecting the sun's energy), it provides shade for people to park under and keep their cars cool which is a big plus right now. Â It's just too bad that it costs about 7x as much as oil or gas.

Seth · Post by **Seth** » Thu Jul 22, 2010 8:20 pm

I went past there last weekend; it really does look great. Â I wouldn't be surprised to see more of these as solar prices continue to decline (and especially if oil prices rise and LEED credits become more flexible for this type of project).

windsor · Post by **windsor** » Wed Jul 28, 2010 2:22 pm

What a fantastic development on the Creighton campus. Â Shows what some forward and progressive thinking can do. Â I too hope to see much more of this around town.

Post by **Brad** » Thu Aug 12, 2010 11:30 am

Creighton will tap solar power

http://www.omaha.com/article/20100812/N ... olar-power

Zack Colman WORLD-HERALD STAFF WRITER wrote:Creighton University — here comes the sun.

Solar panels are now permanent fixtures in a Creighton parking lot along Cuming Street, on the roof of the campus fitness center and next to the school's theater, part of a $2.6 million project funded mostly by the federal government.

The juice on the solar panels will start to flow Friday when the project is complete.

The panels will produce approximately 110 kilowatts of power on a sunny day, enough energy to power about 30 average houses.

The project will also make the university Nebraska's largest supplier of solar power.