The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraising event has always been successful in the past. Despite a slightly lower number of attendees for the 2015 Party on the… Continue reading Party on the Plaza sets fundraising record
Icer Vaughan selected for CIO Award
Newman University Chief Information Officer Icer Vaughan has been named one of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2015 CIO Award recipients. Vaughan, who will receive the award on Nov. 17 at a… Continue reading Icer Vaughan selected for CIO Award
Renowned expert and author on hunger David Beckmann to speak at Newman University Oct. 6
Rev. David Beckmann, author of Exodus from Hunger and a noted expert on overcoming hunger and poverty, will speak at Newman University at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6 in… Continue reading Renowned expert and author on hunger David Beckmann to speak at Newman University Oct. 6
Pope Francis signed photo to be auctioned at Party on the Plaza
While there are many great live and silent auction items at this year’s Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser event, one auction item in particular deserves special attention. Newman University… Continue reading Pope Francis signed photo to be auctioned at Party on the Plaza
For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
“You are only as good as the things you love.” Those are words to live by according to Dr. George Smith, Associate Professor of Accountancy at Newman and a man… Continue reading For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
Newman University Pope Mania
With Pope Francis on American soil there is no shortage of interest being generated for his first U.S. visit, especially on the Newman campus. Newman Campus Ministries hosted a doughnut… Continue reading Newman University Pope Mania
Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
The Newman University volleyball team, under first-year coach Destiny Clark, finally gets to spend some time at home. The Jets begin a six-game home stand as they play host to St.… Continue reading Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
In this week’s Newman360Five: Steckline Gallery, Bo Knows, contests and more!
Lots of fun is happening this week with Newman360Five! Watch as we highlight last month’s Steckline Gallery grand opening in conjunction with the Final Friday Art Crawl in Wichita. If… Continue reading In this week’s Newman360Five: Steckline Gallery, Bo Knows, contests and more!
Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Newman University Dean of Students Levi Esses is known on campus as a friendly man who is there to help his students, and pose for group selfies from time to… Continue reading Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America
Although his plans include visiting only three cities, plenty of students, staff and faculty at Newman University say they are affected – and excited – about the visit to the… Continue reading Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America
Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Blair Benton is a junior Cardinal Newman Scholar from Benton, Kan. currently studying Pre-Medicine at Newman University. The youngest sibling in her family, Blair chose Newman for its impressive reputation in… Continue reading Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
On Thursday morning, Sept. 24, His Holiness Pope Francis made an historic address to the United States Congress. The pontiff spoke about the ideals that make this country great but… Continue reading Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
Hesburgh and constitutional speaker to hold lecture Sept. 29
Newman University will host a lecture from Walter Nicgorski, University of Notre Dame professor emeritus and concurrent professor of political science, at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading Hesburgh and constitutional speaker to hold lecture Sept. 29
NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
On Sunday, Sept. 13, Newman University nursing students visited the 2015 Kansas State Fair to provide an important community service. Every year for the past four years, third-semester nursing students enrolled in the… Continue reading NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
Live auction items at Party on the Plaza
The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser is just a little over a week away – Saturday, Sept. 26. One of the highlights of the evening is the… Continue reading Live auction items at Party on the Plaza
SGA announces web site, freshmen and transfer senator election results
The Student Government Association (SGA) launched its web site this week and held its freshmen and transfer senator election. SGA represents the students and conveys their needs to the faculty… Continue reading SGA announces web site, freshmen and transfer senator election results
Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Director of Residence Life Lucas Mullin was recently appointed as the new NASPA Region IV-West Kansas membership coordinator. Mullin said that during his three-year term he would be responsible for… Continue reading Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Newman University alum Andrew Danielski made a special 5,219 mile trip back to campus the week of Sept. 14 in order to show his family around his alma mater. Danielski is… Continue reading Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Imagine walking into your very first college class. You’ve been thinking about this day for years, and you’re excited, but the unknowns race through your head. How many people will… Continue reading Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni
The Newman University Career Services Office provides students and alumni with a variety of resources for career planning and professional development. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the services… Continue reading Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni
Final Friday Sept. 25 at Newman University Steckline Galley presents ‘White, Et Cetera,’ drawings by Gehry Kolher
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “White, Et Cetera” by Gehry Kolher as the second show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of drawings, which begins with a Final… Continue reading Final Friday Sept. 25 at Newman University Steckline Galley presents ‘White, Et Cetera,’ drawings by Gehry Kolher
Week shows NU students resources to be successful
From Tuesday, Sept. 8 to Friday, Sept. 11, Newman University presented Student Success Week. The week was designed to provide students with fun and informative ways to show how many resources are… Continue reading Week shows NU students resources to be successful
Newman 360Five features Study Skillz, photo essay
Newman 360Five has quite the treat for you this week! Check out the latest episode on YouTube, which features Director of the Academic Resource Center Bo Bonner as he imparts some of… Continue reading Newman 360Five features Study Skillz, photo essay
Felipe Trigos visits Newman as part of History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series
Newman University alumnus Felipe Trigos ’09 returned to Newman University for a visit on Sept. 3 as a featured speaker in the History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series. A history major… Continue reading Felipe Trigos visits Newman as part of History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series
For the Love of Beer – Party on the Plaza
The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser is coming up soon – Saturday, Sept. 26. The event features a silent and live auction, authentic German food, music, and… Continue reading For the Love of Beer – Party on the Plaza
Sloppy Joes adds five new members
On Monday and Thursday, Sept. 7 and 10, the Sloppy Joes held auditions for the Newman University improv troupe. The Sloppy Joe improv troupe has been around campus for well over five… Continue reading Sloppy Joes adds five new members
Newman360Five looks at involvement on campus
At Newman University, it’s nearly impossible to set foot on campus without noticing all of the opportunities to get involved. All students work hard to facilitate and create fun activities… Continue reading Newman360Five looks at involvement on campus
Former Newman soccer coach, local legend, honored at women’s game
Former Newman University Women’s Soccer Head Coach Alan Shepherd was honored posthumously during halftime of the Jets home contest Sept. 9. against East Central University. Shepherd died after suffering a… Continue reading Former Newman soccer coach, local legend, honored at women’s game
Outdoor Eucharistic Adoration event at Newman University Sept. 13
Newman University will host a citywide evening of Eucharistic Adoration service and street dance on Sunday, Sept. 13. Several hundred people are expected to attend the event, which is sponsored… Continue reading Outdoor Eucharistic Adoration event at Newman University Sept. 13
Internship helped Newman student develop a passion for Radiologic Technology
Katie Little is no stranger to lead vests. But she’s not headed into a gunfight any time soon. She’s got her own superhuman skills she hopes will render her future… Continue reading Internship helped Newman student develop a passion for Radiologic Technology
Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Two families fighting poverty in the Wichita community call for your help. Newman University partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Catholic Diocese of Wichita to help two families in… Continue reading Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Newman community coping with loss of student athlete Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman students, staff, faculty and friends alike are still reeling from the loss of senior student-athlete Reece Wright-Conklin, who passed away in a motorcycle accident early Thursday morning, Sept. 3.… Continue reading Newman community coping with loss of student athlete Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman University student dies in motorcycle accident
Early this morning, Thursday, Sept. 3, Newman University senior Reece Wright-Conklin died in a motorcycle accident. The 21-year-old member of the Newman Wrestling Team was on his way to a… Continue reading Newman University student dies in motorcycle accident
Theology Department, Gerber Institute bring speakers to Newman campus
In an effort to help the university community prepare for October’s Ordinary Synod of Bishops on the Family, the Newman University Department of Theology and the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies are bringing two… Continue reading Theology Department, Gerber Institute bring speakers to Newman campus
Another episode of Newman360Five is here!
On the latest episode of Newman360Five, Editor-in-Chief of the Newman University student newspaper John Denny shares a little about how he feels this academic year will go for The Vantage.… Continue reading Another episode of Newman360Five is here!
Dust off your lederhosen! Time for Party on the Plaza
The annual Oktoberfest fundraiser and celebration is once again upon us. Come out and join fellow alumni and friends on Saturday, Sept. 26 for the 2015 Party on the Plaza.… Continue reading Dust off your lederhosen! Time for Party on the Plaza
Niedens named a scholar for Higher Learning Commission academies
Newman University Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Rosemary Niedens has been named a scholar for the Higher Learning Commission’s (HLC) Academy for Assessment of Student Learning, and the Persistence and… Continue reading Niedens named a scholar for Higher Learning Commission academies
Remodeled conference room honors Hufford
The newly renovated conference room in McNeill Hall is being renamed the “Don Hufford Seminar Room,” in honor of retired Professor of Education Don Hufford, Ph.D. The Newman Cabinet recently… Continue reading Remodeled conference room honors Hufford
Father Fog’s first pitch: Right down the middle!
Newman University Chaplain Fr. John Fogliasso trained all summer long. He received last-minute instruction from Newman Head Softball Coach Janice Esses. And despite being nominally nervous, Padre made all Jets proud… Continue reading Father Fog’s first pitch: Right down the middle!
Intramurals bring campus community together
Intramurals have returned at Newman University – with plenty of kick. On Tuesday, Sept. 2, intramurals held its first event, a game of kickball that pitted Newman students against some of… Continue reading Intramurals bring campus community together