Newman University freshman student Ralsten Tersol recently assisted KSN’s Stephanie Bergmann and former Sedgwick County District Attorney Nola Folston with an investigation into tobacco sales at e-cig shops and convenience… Continue reading Ralsten Tersol helps local news station investigate tobacco sales to minors
Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
It’s the most un-wonderful time of the year. Finals are coming up in December and you are probably stressing out — so don’t forget to take some time for yourself.… Continue reading Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Rather than viewing regular white gallery walls with a series of paintings from corner to corner, guests had the opportunity to walk through an exhibit filled with flowers, plants and foliage… Continue reading Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
The weather is starting to cool down, finals week is right around the corner and the fall sports season is coming to a close. Here is a look at just… Continue reading Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
November has garnered the nickname “No Shave November,” meaning males do not shave their facial hair for the entirety of the month. This year, the Campus Activities Board has set… Continue reading ‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
The Newman University Music Department will present the Christmas Choral Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4, in the Performance Hall located in the DeMattias Fine Arts Center. The concert, named… Continue reading Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
Projects across campus keep Bruce Sanderson and team busy
With all the facilities projects happening on campus, Director of Facilities Bruce Sanderson and his team stay busy from week to week. Here is just a quick look at some… Continue reading Projects across campus keep Bruce Sanderson and team busy
Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
Every Friday, Newman University students celebrate their Jet pride in a comfortable, casual atmosphere with music, games, friends, and of course, free donuts and coffee. Director of Student Activities Lauren… Continue reading Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
360Five: Favorite spots on campus
Whether it be in the outdoor Marian Grotto, hanging out with the campus cats at the Mabee Dining Center or studying on a particular cushioned couch in Scooter’s, students and staff are bound to… Continue reading 360Five: Favorite spots on campus
Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
Daniel Nwosu Jr. says he is creating art. And 50,000 people agree. Nwosu was born in Ottawa, Canada, and is currently attending Newman University to play basketball and study communication. He has… Continue reading Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Eight members of the Campus Activities Board recently returned from the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) conference in Arlington, Texas. According to the association’s website, the NACA is “the recognized… Continue reading Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Newman University to close for Thanksgiving break
Newman University will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving break. No classes will be held and offices will be closed. Normal operations will resume… Continue reading Newman University to close for Thanksgiving break
SGA President Hibah Ullah values diversity, family culture
Biochemistry pre-med major Hibah Ullah wants to make a difference on campus during her time as a Newman student. Being president of the Student Government Association (SGA) was important for… Continue reading SGA President Hibah Ullah values diversity, family culture
National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
National Vocation Awareness Week is Nov. 6 – 12. According to the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops.org, the week “is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the… Continue reading National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
Newman University will present a Final Friday interactive performance entitled “Mystery Room” by Wichita artists Hallie Linnebur and Meghan Miller. The opening reception will begin at 5 p.m. and will… Continue reading One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Academic Student Support Services and ASC Community Leader Scholars teamed up for a special project to benefit our military members by writing letters and notes of encouragement to veterans. Students had… Continue reading ‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
The Newman University Advancement Department organized the annual Beata Benefactors Banquet to thank and honor those who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The event took place on Saturday,… Continue reading Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Mark your calendars! The November Mission Talk presented by Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, Ph.D. will take place at noon Wednesday, Nov. 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The location for… Continue reading November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
After hours spent collecting, driving, sorting, labeling and making phone calls, senior Bailey McGuffey and her team of volunteers distributed Halloween costumes to underprivileged children at the Lord’s Diner as… Continue reading Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
‘Tobacco Free Jets’ lunch and learn educates students and faculty on upcoming policy
The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted a lunch-and-learn with the “Tobacco Free Jets” group on Monday, Nov. 7 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event was free and open to… Continue reading ‘Tobacco Free Jets’ lunch and learn educates students and faculty on upcoming policy
Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
The fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 in Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The orchestral group includes woodwinds, brass,… Continue reading Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
Newman 360Five: Baseball in Costume
The 360Five team heads out to the baseball fields at Newman University to check out the “hit-a-thon”. The goal is to see how many home runs the guys can hit… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Baseball in Costume
Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department will present the world premiere of the play “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara… Continue reading Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Newman University magazine now available online
After several months of gathering story ideas, photographing events and writing and proofreading, the Office of University Advancement has completed the fall 2016 issue of the Newman University Magazine —… Continue reading Newman University magazine now available online
Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman will hold its third annual Veterans Day Mass on Friday, Nov. 11 at 12:05 p.m. in St. John’s Chapel. The Mass will honor those who have served in the… Continue reading Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
The School of Social Work will hold a Kansas Law and Mental Health Forensics workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. It is co-sponsored… Continue reading Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Assistant Professor of Education John Burke is no stranger to academia. He has been teaching education courses at Newman University since 2012, has been a Superintendent for 32 years —… Continue reading John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, the people of the United States will be given a voice on who our next president will be. Are you ready to vote? Newman University will host… Continue reading Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
Eck family and auto dealerships pledge $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced that the university has received a $100,000 pledge from Les and Pam Eck and the four auto dealerships owned by the Ecks in support of the… Continue reading Eck family and auto dealerships pledge $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Daylight saving time: coming to a clock near you
That time of the year has finally rolled back around — 2016 daylight saving time officially ends at 2 a.m. this Sunday, Nov. 6. Don’t forget to set your clocks… Continue reading Daylight saving time: coming to a clock near you
Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus
If you decorate it, they will come — and thus a new tradition for Newman University was born. A multitude of student groups decorated the trunks of their vehicles for… Continue reading Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus