College of Saint Mary

College of Saint Mary College of Saint Mary
www.csm.edu Founded in 1923, College of Saint Mary is a thriving Catholic university located in the heart of Omaha, NE.

CSM is committed to providing access and affordable education to women while fostering potential and leadership through academic excellence, scholarship and lifelong learning. With an enrollment over 1,100, the University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in many of today’s high-paying, in-demand fields, including physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, nursing, science, education, business and legal studies. To learn more about College of Saint Mary, visit www.CSM.edu.

What makes CSM special? The people who pour everything into making it feel like home.Over the past 17 years, Leroy Peter...
06/01/2026

What makes CSM special? The people who pour everything into making it feel like home.

Over the past 17 years, Leroy Peters, the assistant director of facilities, has been one of those remarkable individuals here at College of Saint Mary.

For him, caring for the campus and the people who live and work here has always been more than just a job.

“For nearly two decades, Leroy has been a pillar of the CSM community, from students to faculty, to staff and the Sisters of Mercy, he has in some way made a positive impact on their lives,” says Dan Spargen, director of facilities. “His loving demeanor and get-it-done attitude will not be forgotten any time soon. It is rare to find such a caring and driven person all wrapped up into one individual.”

His kindness allowed him to develop close bonds with many of the Sisters of Mercy, and CSM faculty, staff and students.

“If you’re kind to someone, they’ll remember that. You can change someone’s life just by being kind. Even many years later, they’ll remember it,” Leroy says. “I always try to be kind.”

His hard work behind the scenes ensured students had a place to call home, and his kindness and compassion reminded us all what living out our values looks like.

Join us in wishing Leroy a happy retirement. Read the full story ➡️ https://www.csm.edu/news/peters-helped-make-csm-feel-like-home-for-nearly-20-years/

05/26/2026

CSM Hixson-Lied Commons

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who served our country with bravery and heart, remembering their heroic sacri...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who served our country with bravery and heart, remembering their heroic sacrifices for our freedom.

“For the past two years, I’ve had the privilege of being a face of College of Saint Mary through marketing, content crea...
05/24/2026

“For the past two years, I’ve had the privilege of being a face of College of Saint Mary through marketing, content creation and campus storytelling.”

Jocelyn Esquivel Hernandez, a recent , earned her Bachelor of Science in Business, with minors in both art and Spanish.🎓

She has been a key piece in the University’s marketing department as a work-study, sharing that “Experiencing the College from both a student and marketing perspective allowed me to capture the moments, connections, and community that make CSM so special.”

Beyond her work in marketing, during her time here, she was involved in the student organization Latinas Empowering Others (LEO).

“My favorite part of CSM has been the people who made it feel like home. Through friendships, supportive professors, and my work in marketing, I was pushed to try new things and take on leadership opportunities. This environment helped me grow into a more confident version of myself,” she says.

Looking ahead, Jocelyn aspires to own her own business one day and has post-grad plans to launch her career in marketing.

“I will always be grateful for the opportunity to represent a place that pushed me outside of my comfort zone and gave me the confidence to grow as both a leader and creative professional.”

Best of luck, Jocelyn!💙

Katie Freeman, a recent  , earned her Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Digital Marketing. 🎓During...
05/22/2026

Katie Freeman, a recent , earned her Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Digital Marketing. 🎓

During her time here, she was a student-athlete on the Flames golf team and contributed as a leader for Spirit of Service Day.

"College of Saint Mary has given me the opportunity to develop and hone my skills and has also allowed me to grow as a person," she says. "Coming into college I was very quiet and introverted, but my professors and the faculty at CSM did a really great job of making sure they took the time to get to know me, so that I felt comfortable and was able to get out of my shell."

Over the past year, Katie interned at Walnut Media USA, gaining hands-on marketing experience. From creating gameday graphics for high school sports to filming courtside content for the Omaha Supernovas, she immersed herself in the Omaha Metro community while building her professional network.

"The combination of my academic experience and internship has helped me build a strong portfolio that I am excited to continue growing."

Now preparing for her next steps, she is in the interview and application process, but plans to travel before launching her career.

Best of luck, Katie! 🥳

CSM Honors Convocation 2026 📸College of Saint Mary Honors Convocation celebrates Flames who bring together academic exce...
05/22/2026

CSM Honors Convocation 2026 📸

College of Saint Mary Honors Convocation celebrates Flames who bring together academic excellence, courageous leadership and a deep commitment to community.

From the classroom to the wider world, these students demonstrate what happens when curiosity, discipline, and compassion intersect.

CSM Nursing Student ➡️ BSN Graduate 🩺Last Friday, we celebrated our Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates at their pi...
05/19/2026

CSM Nursing Student ➡️ BSN Graduate 🩺

Last Friday, we celebrated our Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates at their pinning ceremony — a symbolic milestone that marks their official entry into the nursing profession.

In every patient they'll care for, every team they'll lead, and every life they'll touch, these graduates will continue to carry forward the lessons and passion ignited here at College of Saint Mary. 💙

BSN Student of the Year recipient Melissa Sanchez was celebrated by peers for her strength, compassion, and the impact she has had on them and on our program.

BSN Spirit of Nursing Award recipient Lilly Praest was honored for living out CSM's mission through service, academic excellence and a deep commitment to compassionate care.

Now introducing our newest graduates from CSM's Practical Nursing Certificate program.🩺🎓Last Friday, we cheered on our i...
05/18/2026

Now introducing our newest graduates from CSM's Practical Nursing Certificate program.🩺🎓

Last Friday, we cheered on our incredible PNC students at their pinning ceremony, celebrating all they've achieved. Their dedication, leadership and commitment to excellence shine brightly, and we couldn't be prouder.

Congratulations to Jessica Yepez-Martinez, this year's PNC Student of the Year, and Kenzie Miller, recipient of the Spirit of Nursing Award. 💙

05/18/2026

"Go out there and build a life that burns so brightly that it lights the way for someone else." 🎓🔥
Congratulations again to the College of Saint Mary Class of 2026, and just know you are forever a Flame.💙

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on earning their degrees and unlocking their College of Saint Mary Alumni status. 🎓...
05/17/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on earning their degrees and unlocking their College of Saint Mary Alumni status. 🎓🔥
Tag a in the comments to congratulate them.

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