Sophomore Learns to be a Leader at CSM | College of Saint Mary Give Now MyCSM Apply Campus Visit Admissions Academics Athletics Student Life Alumni & Friends Admissions Start Here Campus Visit Accepted Students Paying for College Contact Admissions Academics Undergraduate Programs Art Biology BOLD Studies for Deciding Students Business Chemistry Education General Studies Humanities Kinesiology & Exercise Science Legal Studies Mathematics Nursing Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Studies Psychology Rehabilitation Sciences Graduate Programs Doctor of Education Doctor of Physical Therapy Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Science in Kinesiology & Exercise Science Master of Science in Organizational Leadership Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Occupational Therapy Doctorate Minors & Certifications Minors & Certifications Post-Baccalaureate Paralegal Studies Post-Master's Certificate in Adult Learning & Instruction Practical Nursing Opportunities & Services Walk Tall Honors Program Dual Credit for High School Students Scholarships Study Abroad Calendar Catalog Library Athletics Student Life Campus Living Get Involved Flames Athletics Inclusive Campus Student Support Student Success Advising Student Parent Success Health & Wellness Library Our Mission Board of Directors Awards & Recognition CSM Fast Facts Campus Map Facility Rental Our History Alumni & Friends Stay Connected Alumni Perks Attend Events Give Back to CSM Request Transcripts Campus Visit Apply Give Now MyCSM Apply Campus Visit WeAreCSM Sophomore Learns to be a Leader at CSM Sophomore Learns to be a Leader at CSM Addison Miller Papillion, NE Elementary and Special Education Addison Miller, a Papillion, Neb., native, was recruited to College of Sant Mary to swim for the Flames. After arriving on campus, the elementary and special education major sought opportunities to get involved. “What more can I do here than just swim? How can I make an impact?” she asked. That’s when she saw an opening for Student Senate, whose purpose is to create, promote and encourage a sense of cooperation between students, faculty and administration, becoming the CSM student voice on college-wide committees and task forces. Addison was elected to the organization as a first-year student, serving on the Heart of the Walking Woman Committee and the President’s Innovation Grant Committee. This past spring, she was elected to serve as an executive for the 2024-25 academic year. In high school, Addison was shy and often kept to herself. “But becoming a member of student leadership here is exciting. I’ve absolutely loved every part of it,” she said. “I hope everybody’s voice is heard in their own way, and I get to be that person who speaks for them when not everybody has a chance to speak.” In addition to Student Senate, Addison is a member of the Rainbow Alliance and the Knitting and Crocheting Club. While she was recruited to swim at CSM, Addison also knew about the University’s reputation for educating sought-after teachers and the opportunities afforded to students. Many of CSM’s professors and adjunct professors are former or current elementary or secondary teachers. “They are very knowledgeable and ready to teach us,” Addison said. “They have so much experience. They can teach us what they’ve learned in their own classrooms. They give us opportunities to go into other classrooms and learn from co-teachers. It’s been a great experience all around.” Addison, who began swimming in middle school and reached the Nebraska State Meet as a junior and senior in high school, had one of her best seasons in her first year at CSM. While high school only has the 200 and 500, Addison, a distance swimmer, was able to add the mile, 1,000 meters and even distance butterfly to her repertoire. As she prepares for her sophomore year, Addison hopes to gain more leadership experience, whether in the pool or through opportunities on campus. “I want to be somebody who people can rely on and look to me for leadership,” she said. View All Stories information [at] csm.edu (402) 399-2400 (800) 926-5534 7000 Mercy Road Omaha, Nebraska 68106-2377 snapchat pinterest Our Mission Sisters of Mercy Campus Map Campus Store Media Employment Facility Rental Complaint Processes Privacy & Terms of Use HEERF Grant Apply Schedule a Campus Visit! Copyright © 2026 College of Saint Mary. All rights reserved.