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
Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara Flexible Theatre located in the De Mattias… Continue reading Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Newman 360Five: Halloween and Fall Fun
The 360five crew interviewed students and staff around campus to get the 411 on Newman fall favorites. So grab your pumpkin-colored blanket, pumpkin pie and pumpkin latte, and settle in… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Halloween and Fall Fun
Board Games Club brings together students and raises money for charity
Among the medical, political, spiritual, and artistic clubs on the Newman University campus resides a club that is simply fun and games. The Board Games Club meets from 7 to… Continue reading Board Games Club brings together students and raises money for charity
Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Newman University has a wide variety of clubs available to students, ranging from Swing Dance Club to the Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO). What many club members often do not… Continue reading Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced today that The Riverside Health Foundation of Wichita has awarded a grant of $100,000 to Newman University in support of new and renovated healthcare and science… Continue reading Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
The Newman campus was full of eager runners and walkers at the 2nd Annual Halloween 5K Walk/Run on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 26. The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee… Continue reading Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
It isn’t long into their high school careers that students start to receive letters from colleges about financial aid. For many parents and students, the entire process – determining which… Continue reading Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art, is collaborating with Wichita State University’s (WSU) Impulse Percussion Group. This collaboration takes advantage of her digital art and computer… Continue reading Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
A group of students that help make up the Newman University Medical Professionals Club participated in a casual gathering of Newman medical professional alumni on Monday, Oct. 25 in the… Continue reading Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program was launched in October to recognize and celebrate community members for making a positive difference. Each month, individuals who do not seek recognition but… Continue reading Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
Newman University Campus Ministry will welcome Catholic singer and songwriter Sarah Kroger at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2 in St. John’s Chapel, where she will perform her new song,… Continue reading Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
The Dugan Library will host “Research and Refreshments” from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This event will feature Associate Professor of… Continue reading ‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
If you are asking yourself, “What is there to do on such a small campus?” — you’re in for a big surprise! In this episode of Newman 360Five, the team… Continue reading Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
The University Advancement Department at Newman University is looking for students to work at the upcoming Annual Giving phone-a-thon. Unlike previous phone-a-thons, students will be paid for their work calling Newman… Continue reading Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
Daughters of the Immaculata want to provide fellowship and faith to women on campus
“We are a group of Catholic women dedicated to nurturing relationships with Christ through the practice of prayer, formation, fellowship and service as demonstrated by Mary, the immaculate Mother of… Continue reading Daughters of the Immaculata want to provide fellowship and faith to women on campus
Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
The Newman University Campus Ministry office held its annual fall retreat at Camp Tawakoni in Wichita on Friday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 16. The purpose of the retreat was to combine service and… Continue reading Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
There comes a time each year when the Newman community misses its alumni a little too much. This is why the Alumni Relations office organizes athletic alumni reunions – events… Continue reading Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Newman University Career Services organized and held the Fall Job/Internship Fair for students on Tuesday, Oct. 11 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A total of 26 businesses participated by setting up… Continue reading Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
The Newman Theatre Department will host a group of theatre students from Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School this Friday, Oct. 21. The students will have an opportunity to see… Continue reading Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23
Director of the Newman Music Department Deanne Zogleman says students have been rehearsing since the first week of school for the fall concert, which will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct.… Continue reading Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23
Oct. 20 LEAD Series features 40 Under 40 Panel
Newman University will present The LEAD Series – 40 Under 40 Panel at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 20 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public. The LEAD Series is a… Continue reading Oct. 20 LEAD Series features 40 Under 40 Panel
Health Care Professions Day
Saturday, Oct. 8, Newman University Health Care programs and Student Admissions joined together and held a Health Care Professions Day. This is the second year Health Care Professions Day (HCPD)… Continue reading Health Care Professions Day
T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Stacy Jones, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, leads a T&T class for freshman students, and every year each T&T class does a service project of their choosing. Four years ago,… Continue reading T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
On Oct. 7, Teresa Wilkerson, assistant dean of adult and transfer studies at Newman University, kicked off the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship Business Booster Series. This series was created specifically… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
Register and vote in upcoming election
Registering to vote in this year’s election for local, state and national offices is easier than one may think. The Registrar’s Office, at Sacred Heart Hall Room 230, has Kansas voter registration… Continue reading Register and vote in upcoming election
Newman 360Five: Dorm room essentials
This week’s episode of Newman 360Five gives you much needed information about what items are must-haves for college residential living. Amy and Josie venture into the Newman residence halls to… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Dorm room essentials
National conference invites local author and Newman alumna Clare Vanderpool to speak
Newman alumna and award-winning local author Clare Vanderpool will be among the speakers at KidLitCon 2016, which will be held Oct. 14 and 15 at the Drury Inn Broadview Hotel in Wichita. KidLitCon… Continue reading National conference invites local author and Newman alumna Clare Vanderpool to speak