A successful and tradition-filled Cardinal Newman Week drew to a close with the Cardinal Newman Banquet and Awards Ceremony last Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman University Theatre presents ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
The Newman University Theatre Department will present “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare for three evening performances and one matinee. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. March 5, 6 and 7, and… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
Touring musician Spehar to help close Heritage Month on a joyous note
National touring singer/songwriter Luke Spehar will help bring the first Heritage Month to a close with a free concert, March 4, 2015 at 8 p.m. The concert will be held… Continue reading Touring musician Spehar to help close Heritage Month on a joyous note
Final Friday Feb. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Travels in Cuba’ photography exhibit
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Travels in Cuba” by Larry Schwarm and students as the sixth show of its 2014-2015 season. This exhibit of photography is one of… Continue reading Final Friday Feb. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Travels in Cuba’ photography exhibit
HealthPulse Lecture: Jeanie Harris on “Children with ADHD: The Battle within the Mind” on March 10
Jeanie Harris, APRN, MSN, PNP-C, will present the March 10 HealthPulse Lecture. The lecture is open to the public and will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March… Continue reading HealthPulse Lecture: Jeanie Harris on “Children with ADHD: The Battle within the Mind” on March 10
Newman University’s Master of Social Work Program earns re-accreditation
The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Newman has been successfully re-accredited for an additional eight years. “This has been a rather long and difficult process, so all of… Continue reading Newman University’s Master of Social Work Program earns re-accreditation
Newman’s ‘Fr. Fog’ featured in Our Sunday Visitor magazine
Father John Fogliasso is featured in the Feb. 22, 2015 issue of Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly. The national online and print publication included the story on Fr. Fog in its… Continue reading Newman’s ‘Fr. Fog’ featured in Our Sunday Visitor magazine
Newman FAFSA priority deadline is March 1
Newman University encourages all students who have not filled out the FAFSA to do so as soon as possible as time is running out for need-based state funding. Newman’s priority consideration… Continue reading Newman FAFSA priority deadline is March 1
Gina Marx featured speaker at 2015 Wichita Women’s Fair
Newman University’s Gina Marx, Ed.D. will be on stage as a featured speaker for the 2015 Wichita Women’s Fair at 3 p.m., Feb. 20 at Century II. Marx, director of… Continue reading Gina Marx featured speaker at 2015 Wichita Women’s Fair
Gregorian Chant Workshop a success
Cardinal Newman Week got off to a harmonious start this past weekend when 54 music enthusiasts attended the Gregorian Chant Workshop, sponsored by the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies. The… Continue reading Gregorian Chant Workshop a success
Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program
Eighteen high school students have started weekly classes as part of the 2015 Newman Hispanic Scholars Program (NHSP). Four additional students are involved in the 2015 Native American Scholar Program… Continue reading Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program
Check out photos from recent events during Heritage Month
Cardinal Newman Week closes with banquet
A successful and tradition filled Cardinal Newman Week draws to a close with the Cardinal Newman Award banquet Saturday Feb. 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Highlighting the night will… Continue reading Cardinal Newman Week closes with banquet
Co-author of Father Kapaun book to sign copies at Newman
As a part of Heritage Month, Newman University will welcome journalist and author Roy Wenzl to campus for a lecture and book signing at 7 p.m., Feb. 26, in the… Continue reading Co-author of Father Kapaun book to sign copies at Newman
Busy week for Newman Admissions
If you venture to campus this week, you may see many more new faces than normal. That’s because the Newman University Admissions Department is hosting potential new students and their… Continue reading Busy week for Newman Admissions
2015 king and queen crowned at Homecoming men’s basketball game
Newman University students Corwin Nozari and Brianna Rivera were named 2014 Homecoming king and queen at the Homecoming men’s basketball game against McMurray University Thursday, Feb. 12. Congratulations!
Newman University March 4 ‘Mission Talk’ will focus on Monsignor Leon McNeill the priest
Newman University will present “Monsignor Leon McNeill, the Priest,” as the third of four lectures in the 2014-15 series of “Mission Talks.” The event will take place from noon to… Continue reading Newman University March 4 ‘Mission Talk’ will focus on Monsignor Leon McNeill the priest
Rush of Fools comes to rock Newman University campus
The Birmingham, Ala., Christian-faith rock and praise band Rush of Fools will perform at Newman University on Friday, March 27. The concert will be outside and is free and open… Continue reading Rush of Fools comes to rock Newman University campus
Ethics of Vaccines Discussion
Dr. Joshua Papsdorf of the Theology Department will be speaking on Feb. 27th at noon at the Spiritual Life Center on the ethical issues surrounding vaccines. The talk will be… Continue reading Ethics of Vaccines Discussion
Newman University announces new program to train educators for district positions
Newman University is now accepting applications for the first cohort of its new District Leadership Licensure Program. The program is being offered for the first time Fall 2015. The master’s… Continue reading Newman University announces new program to train educators for district positions
Newman “Jets Through Time” during Homecoming Week
The Newman University Campus Activities Board (CAB) hosts the university’s annual Homecoming Week. This year’s homecoming theme is “Jet Through Time,” which highlights a decade of the past during each day of Homecoming Week.
National study: Newman students rate their educational experience, satisfaction high compared to similar schools
First-year and senior students at Newman University rate their educational experience and overall satisfaction higher than students at similar institutions, and say they would choose the school again if they… Continue reading National study: Newman students rate their educational experience, satisfaction high compared to similar schools
Professor Brian Turner to speak on Roman conflict at Newman University March 5
As part of the 2014-2015 History Speaker Series at Newman, Newman University’s History Department will present Assistant Professor of Ancient Mediterranean World at Portland State University Brian Turner, Ph.D. Turner… Continue reading Professor Brian Turner to speak on Roman conflict at Newman University March 5
Lent is focus of Feb. 18 Cardinal Newman Lecture
As part of Cardinal Newman Week, the annual week-long celebration of Blessed John Henry Cardinal Newman, Newman University will present local author and speaker Stephanie A. Mann. Mann will deliver… Continue reading Lent is focus of Feb. 18 Cardinal Newman Lecture
Newman University Celebrates Kansas Private College Week
Governor Sam Brownback proclaimed the week of Feb. 9-15 as “Kansas Private College Week.” Newman University is one of 18 private colleges in Kansas which comprise the Kansas Independent College Association… Continue reading Newman University Celebrates Kansas Private College Week
Spiritual Life Center Lenten Series by Theology Alum
Dr. David Wall, an alum of the MTS program, will be presenting each Thursday in Lent on “Seven Sinners in Search of a Savior.” The talks will focus on Jesus’… Continue reading Spiritual Life Center Lenten Series by Theology Alum
Former Newman student receives Kansas Horizon Award
Justin Heeke of Dodge City received a surprise phone call from the Kansas Interim Commissioner of Education, telling Heeke he had been selected for the Kansas Horizon Award. The award recognizes exemplary… Continue reading Former Newman student receives Kansas Horizon Award
A recap of Campus Ministry Winter Service Trip from Newman student Blair Benton
If 14 hours in a 12-passenger van doesn’t sound like your idea of a good time, add in some karaoke and you have the beginnings of a Campus Ministry service… Continue reading A recap of Campus Ministry Winter Service Trip from Newman student Blair Benton
Newman University to confer highest award on Monsignor Robert Hemberger
Newman University will bestow the Cardinal Newman Medal to Reverend Monsignor Robert Hemberger at the 2015 Cardinal Newman Banquet and Awards Ceremony. The event will begin at 6 p.m. on… Continue reading Newman University to confer highest award on Monsignor Robert Hemberger
Students travel to Washington to attend annual March for Life
On Jan. 22, Newman University Chaplain John Fogliasso traveled with students to Washington, D.C., in support of the annual March for Life , an event started in 1973 as a protest against abortion.… Continue reading Students travel to Washington to attend annual March for Life
Newman University to celebrate Cardinal Newman Week with High Tea on Feb. 17
Newman University will host High Tea on Feb. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. on the Newman University Campus, 3100 W. McCormick, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A second High Tea… Continue reading Newman University to celebrate Cardinal Newman Week with High Tea on Feb. 17
Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend
Head men’s basketball Coach Mark Potter achieved a milestone victory as his team rose to the challenge of defeating Heartland Conference co-leader St Mary’s University last Saturday. With an exciting… Continue reading Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend