Newman University will have its new business school dean on campus and on the job next week. Brett K. Andrews, MBA, Ph.D. was named to the position last month and… Continue reading Meet new School of Business Dean Brett Andrews
Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association
Director of Radiological Technologies at Newman University, Megan Rucker, has recently been elected to be an alternate delegate for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists’ education chapter. Rucker has a… Continue reading Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association
Cardinal Newman Scholars recognized for accomplishment
Newman University awarded its competitive Cardinal Newman Scholarship to nine successful high school seniors out of the 36 applicants. The individuals were selected by a scholarship committee composed of Newman faculty… Continue reading Cardinal Newman Scholars recognized for accomplishment
Newman University Western Kansas Center helping tackle teacher shortage
There is a growing concern about an unsettling teacher shortage trend throughout the state. At the March Kansas Board of Education meeting, Kansas Commissioner of Education Randy Watson announced a… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas Center helping tackle teacher shortage
Goat Insurance fundraiser deadline is fast approaching
On May 6, Newman University Advancement Staff will be ending their monthlong fundraiser and giving away a goat. You heard that right. His name is Freddie, and if you don’t… Continue reading Goat Insurance fundraiser deadline is fast approaching
Campus Ministry Royals outing
Campus Ministry sponsored its second trip to a Royals game on Sunday, April 24. “After a great outing last semester, Campus Ministry decided to organize another trip to Kauffman Stadium… Continue reading Campus Ministry Royals outing
Newman University women’s bowling team closes season at Nationals
Newman University women’s bowling team recently ended its season with its 11th straight appearance at the national tournament. The squad completed 24 baker games and collected 4,892 pins to earn… Continue reading Newman University women’s bowling team closes season at Nationals
Alumni Last Call party for graduates
For the past six years the Alumni Association Board of Directors, along with the Student Government Association and now the Student Alumni Board, has hosted the “Last Call for Graduates”… Continue reading Alumni Last Call party for graduates
Newman University historians speak at conference
The Kansas Association of Historians held their 2016 Conference at Baker University in Baldwin City, KS this past weekend and Newman University was well represented at the conference with three… Continue reading Newman University historians speak at conference
Book buy-back is almost here
With the impending end of the semester, campus is peaking with activity. From finals, end of the year celebrations and other end of year activities all looming over the entirety of… Continue reading Book buy-back is almost here
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 2016 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 21 on the Newman campus.
Registration Day welcomes new Jets
Newman University welcomed 52 eager incoming students on Friday, April 22 at the first of four registration days to be held during the summer. The planned registration days give new students the opportunity to… Continue reading Registration Day welcomes new Jets
360Five highlights student-athletes’ abilities
Newman 360Five has been busy this past week highlighting the talents and abilities of our student-athletes. Recently, 360Five finished a full video feature of Daniel Nwosu Jr.’s poetry. Nwosu is… Continue reading 360Five highlights student-athletes’ abilities
Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
The Newman University Women’s Bowling Team is hoping “home cooking” will help them make a successful run during the Intercollegiate Team Championships April 21-23 at Wichita’s Northrock Lanes. This is the 11th time… Continue reading Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
‘Joyful Jets’ attend Scholarship Luncheon
Close to 120 donors, guests and students came together in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus Monday, April 18 for the 2016 Scholarship Luncheon. The annual event… Continue reading ‘Joyful Jets’ attend Scholarship Luncheon
Library to host ‘Triumph Over Procrastination’ event April 24
The Dugan Library will collaborate with Newman University faculty, support services staff and student tutors next week to offer academic assistance to students for one night in one place. “Triumph… Continue reading Library to host ‘Triumph Over Procrastination’ event April 24
Newman University Music Department presents ‘Dancing Through Life’
The spring 2016 musical offering from the Newman University Music Department, “Dancing Through Life,” is a show within a show about the spring show at Newman. The show will be presented at… Continue reading Newman University Music Department presents ‘Dancing Through Life’
‘Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ comes to a close, impacts students
Newman University was selected to participate in “Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week” April 11 through April 16 with a series of events to raise awareness and educate the public… Continue reading ‘Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ comes to a close, impacts students
Upcoming National Nurses Week celebrates students, faculty and staff
Friday, May 6 officially marks the beginning of National Nurses Week. This weeklong celebration ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who is celebrated as the founder of modern… Continue reading Upcoming National Nurses Week celebrates students, faculty and staff
Ike Ndolo rocks the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center
Most people who attended the March 16 concert had never heard of the name Ike Ndolo before he and his band took the stage in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at Newman University. The… Continue reading Ike Ndolo rocks the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center
ArtDoG revisits Newman University
Once again Newman University is participating in Wichita’s Art Day of Giving (ICT ArtDoG) on the Final Friday of this month, April 29. Wichita ArtDOG is a 24-hour online fundraising… Continue reading ArtDoG revisits Newman University
Newman Faculty and Alumni at the Catholic Culture Conference
This weekend, April 22-23, 2016, the Spiritual Life Center is hosting their second annual Catholic Culture Conference here in Wichita. Along with keynote speaker, Anthony Esolen, our own Dr. Matthew Umbarger… Continue reading Newman Faculty and Alumni at the Catholic Culture Conference
Ludlow estate gift to Newman University helps future students, university and donors
Newman University alumni Carm and Michael Ludlow, M.D. have made a bequest in their estate plans in the amount of $500,000 to their alma mater. The gift will be designated… Continue reading Ludlow estate gift to Newman University helps future students, university and donors
Newman science outreach programs moving forward
The Newman University Hispanic Scholar and Native American Scholar programs are quickly coming to a close. The programs began meeting every Wednesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. beginning on Feb.… Continue reading Newman science outreach programs moving forward
Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
The Newman University student-run newspaper, The Vantage, came home with 24 awards from the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference April 7 -8. The conference, held in downtown Wichita at the Drury… Continue reading Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
Senior art show ‘Four Square’ is coming to Newman University April 29
Coming soon to Newman University, “Four Square,” a culminating art exhibition in the De Mattias Fine Art Center Hallway Gallery will showcase the works and talents of soon-to-be graduating seniors from… Continue reading Senior art show ‘Four Square’ is coming to Newman University April 29
Video: Bo Bonner talks about the Pope, the Earth, and Oklahoma rednecks
Former Newman University faculty and karaoke divo Bo Bonner returns to discuss the Pope’s Laudato Si in this edition of the Lead Series themed “Care for the Earth” and titled… Continue reading Video: Bo Bonner talks about the Pope, the Earth, and Oklahoma rednecks
Spring 2016 Newman University Magazine published
The Spring 2016 issue of the Newman University Magazine has hit doorsteps of homes across the country. The online edition is also available at mag.newmanu.edu. Below are a few of… Continue reading Spring 2016 Newman University Magazine published
‘Shut Out Human Trafficking’ events help build awareness
Newman University has staged several events since April 11 to help build awareness of the modern scourge known as human trafficking. The events, part of “Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness… Continue reading ‘Shut Out Human Trafficking’ events help build awareness
Last Final Friday exhibit of the season features Allyson Glenn and ‘Human Animal’
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Human Animal” by Allyson Glenn, MFA, as the eighth and final show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of colorful abstract expressionism, which begins with… Continue reading Last Final Friday exhibit of the season features Allyson Glenn and ‘Human Animal’
Spring Instrumental Concert will be April 17
The Spring Instrumental Concert “Soundtracks: Magical Music from the Movies” will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 17 in the Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Spring Instrumental Concert will be April 17
SGA announces elections, president-elect shares platform
On Tuesday evening, April 12, student leaders and Student Government Association Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates crowded around a table at Applebee’s and waited for election results to be released… Continue reading SGA announces elections, president-elect shares platform
Joyful Jet / Tuition Stop Day – April 18
On Monday, April 18 pedestrians on campus may spot signs that read “TUITION STOP DAY” – also known as “Joyful Jet Day.” Joyful Jet Day celebrates donors—alumni, parents, friends, faculty, staff, and students – who… Continue reading Joyful Jet / Tuition Stop Day – April 18
Kylie Werth to attend the Pope’s international event ‘World Youth Day’
Newman University student Kylie Werth, Campus Ministry/SGA Secretary, has been selected by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) to attend this year’s universal Catholic conference World Youth Day in Poland. Werth’s… Continue reading Kylie Werth to attend the Pope’s international event ‘World Youth Day’
360Five reminds you to Vote and Goat!
Last week’s episode of Newman360Five had Newman students voting and GOAT-ing! What we mean to say is Newman students got to participate in the Student Government Elections last week. In… Continue reading 360Five reminds you to Vote and Goat!
‘Sports and Literature’ Lit Fest covers diverse topics
The 17th Annual Newman University Literary Festival drew about 360 people, who came to participate in and/or listen to readings, panel discussions, master classes and other activities. The festival, which… Continue reading ‘Sports and Literature’ Lit Fest covers diverse topics
Facing Forward campaign raises $1.56 million in recent gifts, Newman makes plans for June groundbreaking
Facing Forward Update Summary: Facing Forward – A Campaign for Newman University continues to move ever closer to its goal. Since the campaign was publicly announced on Feb. 6, the… Continue reading Facing Forward campaign raises $1.56 million in recent gifts, Newman makes plans for June groundbreaking
How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Newman University graduate Liz Peuchen received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in the spring of 2014. Now, Peuchen is working on her Ph.D. at Notre Dame and in the… Continue reading How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Retired OTA professor J.K. Werner retakes the wheel
On Wednesday, Apr. 6, J.K. “Jody” Werner, MA, OTR, a retired Newman University OTA professor, made a quick stop at the Wichita Newman University location to act as a guest… Continue reading Retired OTA professor J.K. Werner retakes the wheel
The Vantage reports about new ASC program
This story first appeared in the March 24, 2016 issue of the student-lead news website/paper, The Vantage, written by Taylor Mannis. Read it here. Newman’s ASC Sisters, along with the… Continue reading The Vantage reports about new ASC program