Christine Ostroski ‘86 was recognized at Newman University’s recent Alumni Award reception as the 2023 St. Maria De Mattias award recipient.
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Mendel Folefac ’23 leaves indelible mark on Newman
When Mendel Folefac ‘23 first arrived at Newman University for his role as a graduate assistant for the men’s basketball team, he thought of himself as “a car in need of some fine-tuning.”
Alumnus JJ McGuigan, acclaimed alt-rock guitarist and songwriter, releases new single
JJ McGuigan, acclaimed alt-rock guitarist and songwriter, recently released his powerful new single, “Save My Life,” which draws from his own struggles with depression and other mental health issues.
Heart for philanthropy leads alumna to career of service
To put it lightly, Linnea Baggett has been busy these past few years.
Colorado Springs celebrates its newest graduates
In order to honor Newman’s remote graduates, past Colorado Springs program leaders created a celebration ceremony, complete with pinning and hooding, held locally.
Proud moments: Newman University unveils spring 2023 graduate list, recognizing academic excellence
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 spring semester.
Newman’s 2023 spring Dean’s List announced
Newman University has released its 2023 spring Dean’s List.
OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience
The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson.
From Marymount to Newman: Two 2023 grads overcome adversity
When Marymount California University permanently closed, students Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez moved nearly 1,400 miles away and discovered a new home at Newman University.
Matthew Nguyen’s Newman experience: from seminary to fatherhood
For 2023 graduate Matthew Nguyen, his college journey has been a winding road.
Newman pre-med student graduates in three years
Ever since middle school Luke Sanders, a recent Newman biology graduate, has dreamt of being a surgeon.
Podcast: Class of 2023 shares advice for college experience
In honor of the Newman University commencement May 12, this special episode of The Newman Bond podcast highlights tips and advice from the graduating class of 2023.
Video: Newman commencement highlights
Our Newman University graduates of 2023 are soaring off to accomplish great things.
Five family members graduate from Newman at same time
At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas.
Two Newman employees receive 2023 excellence awards
Newman University is proud to announce the 2023 faculty and staff excellence award winners.
2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz
Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.
Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award
Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.
Alumna is full-time firefighter, semi-professional soccer player in UK
Harriet Jakeman ’16 plays semi-professional football for Bradford City Women and is a firefighter stationed in York.
A tremendous achievement: celebrating 2023 graduates
A grand total of 429 graduates of Newman University earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 12.
Newman celebrates 2023 nursing grads with pinning ceremony
Graduates of 2023 received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Newman community celebrates end of the year with various events
From an epic Lip Sync Battle and Spring Fling to Scholars Day and the excellence awards, the Newman community is wrapping up the year with several festivities.
Video: Campus Ministry performs rap from ‘Parks and Recreation’
Members of Newman Campus Ministry recently performed a rap from a scene in the TV show, “Parks and Recreation.”
Newman students advocate in Washington, D.C.
Students Alondra Valle and Andrea Fuentes recently attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities in Washington, DC.
Richard Macías receives the Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award
Richard Macías, a 1980 graduate, recently received Newman University’s 2023 Monsignor Leon A McNeill Achievement Award.
Preview: 2023 Graduation week at Newman
For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.
Newman student competes in final round of Shocker New Venture Competition
For the first time ever, a Newman student participated in the Shocker New Venture Competition and made it to the final round on April 28.
Alumnus serves in Los Angeles School Police Department
Today, Newman alumnus Omar Landeros serves as a field training officer for the Los Angeles School Police Department.
Newman triathletes make school history in draft-legal race
Newman University triathletes are making their mark on the sport.
Alumna Lovella Kelley receives Beata Netemeyer Service Award
Lovella Kelley ’91 was recently presented with Newman University’s Beata Netemeyer Service Award.
Alumnus rises to leadership roles at Eastern Oregon University
Matt Seimears’ journey since graduating from Newman University has been as fulfilling as it has been busy.
Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference
The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.
Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition
Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.
Three Newman alums help lead Wichita’s homeless task force
Newman University is proud to have three alums who are part of the City of Wichita’s new homeless task force, which is aimed at addressing the number of people experiencing homelessness in downtown Wichita.
Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond
Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.
First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
Every year, the St. Catherine’s Medal honoree is announced and awarded on stage at the Academic Awards Convocation. This year’s recipient, Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo, was unable to attend the awards ceremony… Continue reading First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Several Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics, service and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 12. Director of Music Deanne Zogleman led the Troubadours in… Continue reading 2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Newman student scores exclusive fellowship
Emily Maddux, a senior majoring in history and minoring in theater, will embark on the Historic Deerfield fellowship this summer.
Alumna named pastoral care director at St. Bernards Medical Center
Megan Mayeux ’18, ’20 was hired as the first lay director of pastoral care at Saint Bernards Medical Center in Arkansas.
Alumnus Gilbert Still steps into principal role
This coming fall, Dodge City Middle School Assistant Principal Gilbert Still will step up as the school’s principal following a promotion by the Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education.
Video: Spring 2023 student update
In this video update, sophomore Beth Griffiths gives an inside look at the exciting campus events that have already taken place and are yet to come this semester.