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2010 Ablah Award luncheon

The 2010 Ablah Award recipients Joseph Baalmann and Barbara Nguyen, and their respective mentors, Professor of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., and Associate Professor of Chemistry John Leyba, Ph.D., enjoyed an intimate lunch Wednesday with… Continue reading 2010 Ablah Award luncheon

Newman University honors 2010 spring and summer graduates

The Newman University 2010 Commencement for spring and summer graduates was held Saturday, May 15 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. This year, a total of 315 students graduated,… Continue reading Newman University honors 2010 spring and summer graduates

Episode One of Fr. Barron documentary The Catholicism Project to premiere at Newman May 25

The Diocese of Wichita Office of Religious Education and Newman University will host a special presentation of Episode One of The Catholicism Project, a 10-part high-definition epic documentary by Father Robert… Continue reading Episode One of Fr. Barron documentary The Catholicism Project to premiere at Newman May 25

Newman University extends deadline for Cardinal Newman beatification trip to England

Newman University officials have extended the registration deadline for a pilgrimage tour to England to attend the beatification of 19th century Catholic theologian and educator John Henry Cardinal Newman, for… Continue reading Newman University extends deadline for Cardinal Newman beatification trip to England

Newman University to launch RN-to-BSN program with online courses, reduced tuition

The Newman University School of Nursing and Allied Health will launch an innovative RN-to-BSN program this fall that features online courses, flexible scheduling and reduced tuition. The program is designed… Continue reading Newman University to launch RN-to-BSN program with online courses, reduced tuition

Newman University will award honorary degrees to Herm Bachrodt, Betty Adams, ASC

Newman University officials have announced that former employees Herm Bachrodt and Betty Adams, ASC will be awarded Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degrees during the Spring 2010 Commencement ceremony,… Continue reading Newman University will award honorary degrees to Herm Bachrodt, Betty Adams, ASC

Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation

Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 22 on the Newman campus.

Newman University hosts September England tour for beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman

Newman University will sponsor a pilgrimage tour to England for individuals wishing to attend the beatification of 19th century Catholic theologian and educator John Henry Cardinal Newman, for whom Newman… Continue reading Newman University hosts September England tour for beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman

Steckline Gallery presents opening reception for “The Distance” and senior student art show

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will hold an opening reception 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, April 30 for “The Distance,” a conceptual installation by artist Annie Strader.

RN-to-BSN program begins this fall

The NU School of Nursing and Allied Health will launch an innovative RN-to-BSN program this fall that includes online courses. The program is designed specifically for registered nurses with an… Continue reading RN-to-BSN program begins this fall

Newman University announces top scholarship recipients

Newman University officials announced today that 20 students have currently received the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, the highest award offered by the university. Cardinal Newman scholars receive $17,872 per academic year.… Continue reading Newman University announces top scholarship recipients

Newman graduation weekend set for May 14-15

Newman University will honor Spring and Summer 2010 graduates with a variety of ceremonies. Graduation festivities begin with Nurses Pinning at 5 p.m. on May 14 in Performance Hall of… Continue reading Newman graduation weekend set for May 14-15

Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

Newman University recognized the achievements of students, faculty and staff at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation Wednesday, April 21, in the Performance Hall of De Mattias Fine Arts… Continue reading Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

NU Senior Athletes to be Honored May 8

The Newman Athletic Department will host the 2010 Newman Jets Senior Athlete Honors Banquet Saturday, May 8, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center inside the Dugan Library and Campus Center. Doors… Continue reading NU Senior Athletes to be Honored May 8

Two Gerber Institute healthcare reform panels remaining

Two sessions remain in the panel discussions on healthcare reform presented by the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies and Via Christi Health. The panels are scheduled for Thursday, April 15, and… Continue reading Two Gerber Institute healthcare reform panels remaining

Lit Fest begins Saturday, April 10

The Newman University 11th annual Literary Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 10 and 11, in the Jabara Flexible Theatre inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on… Continue reading Lit Fest begins Saturday, April 10

Jaime Green named head women’s basketball coach

Newman University Athletics Director Vic Trilli announced the selection of Jaime Green as head women’s basketball coach in a press conference Friday, April 9. The press conference allowed area media… Continue reading Jaime Green named head women’s basketball coach

Newman University ‘re-enlists’ in Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program

Newman University officials recently signed an agreement with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to participate in the VA’s Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program for the award year Aug.… Continue reading Newman University ‘re-enlists’ in Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program

National Black Marriage Day celebration

Join in the celebration of National Black Marriage Day Sunday, March 28, 5 to 7 p.m. at Tabernacle Bible Church, 1817 N. Volutsia, Wichita. This event will include information on… Continue reading National Black Marriage Day celebration

Jesse James historian to speak March 29 at Newman University

Those who know the story of the famous outlaw Jesse James are aware of the account of his death, when he was shot from behind by Robert Ford. Historian and… Continue reading Jesse James historian to speak March 29 at Newman University

Paper submission deadline for NU Literary Festival is March 15

The deadline to submit papers for the upcoming Literary Festival at Newman University is Monday, March 15.

Help students collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children

Students in the “Study and Serve in Guatemala” program are heavily involved in their campaign called Project SONRISA to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children.

NU alum to present information on primate research March 12

Newman University graduate Nick Robl ’04 will present information on primate research he conducted in South America and Africa to students exploring science careers.

Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Anyone who has gone to school has witnessed, perpetrated or been the victim of it. It can be blatant, such as one student hitting or threatening harm to another, or… Continue reading Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Students aim to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children

Students in the “Study and Serve in Guatemala” program have launched a campaign called Project SONRISA to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children.

Newman University partners with Wichita Public Schools to produce local teachers

Newman University and Wichita Public Schools officials have announced a partnership designed to create more teachers for the school district. The partnership includes scholarship programs offered by Newman and the… Continue reading Newman University partners with Wichita Public Schools to produce local teachers

Newman faculty presents exhibit in the Steckline Gallery

Newman University Director of Visual Arts Mary Werner and artist and former East High School teacher Brenda Jones will present “Two Girls, Four Shoes, One Guy” from Jan. 29 to… Continue reading Newman faculty presents exhibit in the Steckline Gallery