The votes have been tabulated and the results are in for two 2015-16 Student Government Association elections conducted this month. Brandon Gollhofer and Brandi Boese were elected SGA president and… Continue reading Newman University SGA elections results
2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
The 2015 ICT Art DOG (Day of Giving) campaign ends with a loud bark of gratitude. Wichita Community Foundation President and CEO Shelly Prichard announced in an email to the… Continue reading 2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
Honors Program graduating students honored
On Tuesday, April 28, five students were honored at a small reception held by Associate Professor of History and Director of the Honors Program Kelly McFall, Ph.D. The five students will be… Continue reading Honors Program graduating students honored
Silent Auction comes through for those in need
Newman University Staff Assembly’s 15th Annual Silent Auction took place on Friday, April 17, 2015. To date, more than $2,300 has been collected from bid donations. The proceeds from the… Continue reading Silent Auction comes through for those in need
Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
With just under 950 registrants already signed up, it looks like it will be another promising year for the Wichita Gladiator Dash. The June 6 event will once again be held at Sedgwick… Continue reading Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager will again guide a group of Newman University students through Guatemala this summer to study the local culture and serve disenfranchised members of the communities. This… Continue reading Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
The artwork of graduating seniors Austin Solis, Gloria Esparza and Lisa Pleskan has been on display in the DeMattias Hallway since their senior show, “Idiosyncrasy,” debuted April 24. The students express their varying views and perspectives… Continue reading Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett spoke to nearly 70 Newman students, faculty and staff members April 27 at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Bennett’s talk was titled, “Our responsibility to… Continue reading DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Newman University to present spring musical ‘Raise Your Glass’ April 30 – May 2
The Newman University Music Department will present the musical “Raise Your Glass” at 7:30 p.m., April 30 through May 2 in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Newman University to present spring musical ‘Raise Your Glass’ April 30 – May 2
ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
Newman University art students chalked the campus sidewalks depicting the ICT Art Dog to help promote this year’s ICT Art Day Of Giving event. Last year, donors helped raise over… Continue reading ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
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 2014 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 22 on the Newman campus. The… Continue reading Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation
Newman Psychology students excel at conference
This year Newman University had five students take their psychology research projects to the Southwestern Psychological Association (SWPA) conference. This was the first time Newman had research presented at this… Continue reading Newman Psychology students excel at conference
Student Association of Social Work collects bags for children in need
During the last several weeks, the Student Association of Social Work (SASW) has been collecting suitcases, backpacks and other bags for kids in foster care who many times have nothing… Continue reading Student Association of Social Work collects bags for children in need
Newman University and Wichita Adore Ministries to hold outdoor Adoration April 26
The Newman University community and members of the Wichita Adore Ministries will join together for an evening of Eucharistic Adoration and Prayer in front of the Newman Marian Grotto Sunday, April… Continue reading Newman University and Wichita Adore Ministries to hold outdoor Adoration April 26
Coach Potter to watch son’s PGA Tour debut
“It is priceless to be able to enjoy all of this with him!” – Newman University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Potter on traveling to New Orleans to witness his… Continue reading Coach Potter to watch son’s PGA Tour debut
Newman Campus Activities Board to host ‘Spring Fling’ April 25
On April 25 Newman University Campus Activities Board will host a “Spring Fling” celebration on the Newman campus. The event will run from 2 to 6 p.m. and will be… Continue reading Newman Campus Activities Board to host ‘Spring Fling’ April 25
Newman students to travel, study through Europe
Every other year, Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, PhD. makes use of railcars, subway systems, and other forms of public transportation to guide a group of Newman students through… Continue reading Newman students to travel, study through Europe
2015-16 Newman Orientation Leaders look forward to welcoming new students
When the new undergraduate and transfer students come to campus in August, they will be welcomed by some of Newman University’s best and brightest. The 2015-16 Newman University Orientation Leaders… Continue reading 2015-16 Newman Orientation Leaders look forward to welcoming new students
Newman Instrumental Ensemble to perform ‘A Musical Trip Through TV Land’ April 19
On April 19 the Newman University Music Department will present an instrumental ensemble concert, “A Musical Trip Through TV Land.” The concert will feature music from many classic TV theme songs and will include… Continue reading Newman Instrumental Ensemble to perform ‘A Musical Trip Through TV Land’ April 19
Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Two-Headed Beast” by Dustin Parker and Greg Turner as the eighth and final show of its 2014-2015 season. The exhibit will begin with… Continue reading Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
Newman University will present student C.L. Smet’s nationally recognized, award-winning play “Fair Departure” for four evening performances. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. on April 16, 17, and… Continue reading Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party
On Saturday, April 18 from 11:15 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Newman University Alumni Association will hold the “Free BBQ, Beer and Ball” Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party in Parking Lot C… Continue reading Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party
16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
The 16th annual Newman University Literary Festival took place April 9-10 with the theme “Science and Literature.” The festival included multiple events such as a keynote speech and panel discussion on April… Continue reading 16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
For the second year in a row, 100 percent of Newman Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students passed the Certification Examination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, administered by the National Board… Continue reading 100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
Alumni Board seeks nominations for 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards
The Alumni Board of Directors Nominations Committee is seeking nominations for our 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards. Nominees must be graduates of the academy, junior college or college/university at least five years… Continue reading Alumni Board seeks nominations for 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards
That’s the Ticket! Newman SGA elections underway
The 2015-16 Student Government Association elections are underway. Voting for the new SGA president and vice-president began April 16 and runs to April 19. Students will vote online for SGA… Continue reading That’s the Ticket! Newman SGA elections underway
Newman journalism students grab state awards
The Newman University Vantage student newspaper won 21 awards at the Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 11 at the Drury Plaza Broadview Hotel in downtown Wichita. The paper won a silver… Continue reading Newman journalism students grab state awards
2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
The Staff Assembly of Newman University is proud to sponsor the 15th annual Silent Auction on Friday, April 17, 2015. Proceeds will benefit Newman University’s Hearts and Hands Fund and… Continue reading 2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
Newman ranked 15th nationally for Small College RN-BSN programs
Newman University is ranked 15th in an article titled “30 Great Small Colleges for an RN-BSN Degree” published this month by Best Master of Science in Nursing. Newman is the only Kansas… Continue reading Newman ranked 15th nationally for Small College RN-BSN programs
Campus events help students thank Newman donors
More than 100 Newman University students, officials and donors gathered at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center April 13 for the annual Newman Scholarship Luncheon. The luncheon gives scholarship recipients and their… Continue reading Campus events help students thank Newman donors
Accepted Student Day draws future students and family to campus
More than 100 guests gathered on the Newman University campus April 11 for Accepted Student Day. “Saturday was a great day. We had 43 families on campus representing six states… Continue reading Accepted Student Day draws future students and family to campus
Hispanic and Native American scholars programs close with banquet
The Newman University 13th annual Hispanic Scholars Program (NHSP) and 11th annual Native American Scholar Program (NNASP) closed with a ceremony and banquet April 8 at the Dugan–Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading Hispanic and Native American scholars programs close with banquet
April 13 marks Tuition Stop Day at Newman
Monday, April 13 marks the official Tuition Stop Day at Newman University – the day when tuition paid by students stops covering the cost of their education, and the remainder… Continue reading April 13 marks Tuition Stop Day at Newman
Newman professor to attend NEH Summer Institute
Assistant Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., has received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to attend a three-week NEH Summer Institute entitled “What is Gained in Translation: Learning How to… Continue reading Newman professor to attend NEH Summer Institute
Ten high school seniors receive Cardinal Newman Scholarships worth $1.1 million
Newman University has announced 10 recipients for Fall 2015 Cardinal Newman Scholarships. The scholarship is Newman’s highest valued award, providing full tuition for four years to each student. The combined estimated… Continue reading Ten high school seniors receive Cardinal Newman Scholarships worth $1.1 million
Who needs a Tutor? Coaching can turbo-charge academic performance
Athletes need coaches to help reach peak performance. Business leaders often employ coaches to help them and their companies grow and break new barriers. The same can be true for… Continue reading Who needs a Tutor? Coaching can turbo-charge academic performance
Resident assistant staff announced for 2015-16 academic year
The Department of Residence Life has announced its 2015 – 2016 Resident Assistant staff. Nine current Newman students, including three returners and one alternate, were selected for positions.
Newman University presents 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9-11
Newman University will present the 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9, 10, and 11 at various locations on the University campus. The theme for this year’s event is “Science and… Continue reading Newman University presents 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9-11
Vaccination is HealthPulse lecture topic April 14
Diseases like measles, mumps and others had virtually been wiped out in America years ago, so why are we hearing about them in the media so much in 2015? Vaccination… Continue reading Vaccination is HealthPulse lecture topic April 14
Newman University Easter reflection from Fr. Fogliasso
St. John’s Chapel is ready for Easter. Father John Fogliasso and Newman students decorated the chapel in preparation for Easter Sunday service. Below, Fr. Fog shares some thoughts about Easter.… Continue reading Newman University Easter reflection from Fr. Fogliasso