The Beata Benefactors Banquet is held annually to thank and honor donors who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The banquet begins with a social hour, dinner and ceremony,… Continue reading Banquet’s guest speaks about her time with Mother Teresa
Drive and determination prominent in Newman student TaTy’Terria Gary
Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Newman hosts at least two Transfer Thursdays each semester. These days allow more time for potential transfer students to speak with admissions counselors, faculty and get a campus tour if… Continue reading Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
The Newman University diagnostic medical sonography program is unique in many respects. The program offers students a hands-on learning experience on campus and an end result of a bachelor’s degree,… Continue reading Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
Newman Troubadours spread the joy of music with Ruma sisters
Opportunity for friendship and faith with Newman FCA
Newman University student-athletes are working to reignite interest in the current Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) membership. The university’s FCA group has been active for the past several years. According… Continue reading Opportunity for friendship and faith with Newman FCA
Alumna wins major teaching award
Newman alumna and secondary education teacher Emily Williams was nominated and chosen as the 2018 Kansas Secondary School History Teacher of the Year. Williams was nominated because of her passion… Continue reading Alumna wins major teaching award
Traditions and Transitions classes will embark on field trip to Topeka
For the first time ever, all freshman Traditions and Transitions (T&T) classes will travel to Topeka as part of an educational field trip. Each year the theme of T&T classes… Continue reading Traditions and Transitions classes will embark on field trip to Topeka
Upcoming instrumental concert to feature classic pieces
The Newman University instrumental ensemble will present its Fall Classics Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. The concert is free… Continue reading Upcoming instrumental concert to feature classic pieces
Dean of education enters stage left
Newman University welcomed Dean of the School of Education Cameron Carlson during the summer of 2018. Carlson’s qualifications and extensive experience in education were well-known, but many of his co-workers… Continue reading Dean of education enters stage left
Wichita Area Sister Cities visit Newman to discuss educational exchanges with China
On. Oct. 2, Newman University received a visit from Chinese representatives of the Wichita Area Sister Cities (WASC) — a nonprofit organization that serves to facilitate relationships between international communities.… Continue reading Wichita Area Sister Cities visit Newman to discuss educational exchanges with China
Alumni Happy Hour is back
Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving Ray Williams is helping revive Alumni Happy Hours in the Wichita area. Newman alumni used to plan a gathering once a month at… Continue reading Alumni Happy Hour is back
Steckline Gallery presents “Elements”
Artist Laura Bigger will present “Elements” at the Steckline Gallery for the October Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Newman University. The event is free… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents “Elements”
Alumni return to Newman to perform
Every five years, Newman University’s musical alumni get a chance to connect with both the university and its students in a very fun way. Alumni who participated in the Chorale… Continue reading Alumni return to Newman to perform
Newman University gets spooky for Trunk or Treat
Newman University is getting spooky with this year’s Trunk or Treat. Grab your costume and pumpkin basket and monster mash your way to a night filled with tricks and treats. Trunk… Continue reading Newman University gets spooky for Trunk or Treat
Bridging the gap between business and emotional intelligence
The Newman University School of Business is integrating a comprehensive emphasis on emotional intelligence into its curriculum in order to produce more well-rounded graduates. Dean of the School of Business Brett… Continue reading Bridging the gap between business and emotional intelligence
Alumnus on path to success in his career
Alumnus Luke Sponsel has recently become health care operations manager at Reeds Cove Health and Rehabilitation in Wichita. Sponsel graduated from Newman University with his Bachelor of Science in healthcare… Continue reading Alumnus on path to success in his career
Alumna Delaney Hiegert is finalist for 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year
Newman alumni continue to impress their alma mater with their accomplishments, and Delaney Hiegert, 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year finalist, is no exception. Her impressive academic and athletic career… Continue reading Alumna Delaney Hiegert is finalist for 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year
Conference at Newman will concentrate on end-of-life care
Teresa Wilkerson helps Wichita celebrate entrepreneurs
Teresa Wilkerson, Ph.D., assistant dean of adult studies, recently spoke at an event geared toward Wichita entrepreneurs. Get Started Wichita took place Sept. 27 at the Wichita Boathouse. Competitors pitched… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson helps Wichita celebrate entrepreneurs
University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad
Laura Shine, biology pre-med major, has been accepted into the early admit program at the University of Kansas (KU) School of Medicine. She said she’s looking forward to her spring 2018… Continue reading University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad
Newman student and ASC sister connect through history
FAFSA is one of many tools to help students pay for college
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available for all prospective college students who are enrolling for the 2019-20 academic year to determine their eligibility for student financial aid. “The benefit… Continue reading FAFSA is one of many tools to help students pay for college
Wichita Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber dies at 87
Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber died Saturday, Sept. 29 after complications from a heart attack, hospital officials said. Gerber was 87 years old. Gerber was driving on the evening of… Continue reading Wichita Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber dies at 87
Lori Gibbon is new registrar at Newman
Newman University said goodbye to its longtime Registrar, Shirley Rueb, who retired just before the fall semester began. Filling her shoes is Lori Gibbon, who brings many years of higher… Continue reading Lori Gibbon is new registrar at Newman
A peek inside the life of a seminarian
The St. Joseph House of Formation is a fairly new addition to Wichita and Newman University. The number of seminarians in the program is growing each year and so is… Continue reading A peek inside the life of a seminarian
Education and the workforce: An essential connection
The Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Business and Education Alliance (BEA) joined forces to co-host the 2018 Education Issue Forum Oct. 3 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at… Continue reading Education and the workforce: An essential connection
Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
Newman University prides itself on its mission to prepare students to transform society, and Newman alumna Alaina Garrett is a shining example of the opportunities that the university affords its… Continue reading Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
‘MyMajors’ is one of many resources to aid students in their career search
Students at Newman have access to many resources, both online and off, to help them find the major and career path that best suits them. One tool is MyMajors —… Continue reading ‘MyMajors’ is one of many resources to aid students in their career search
Party on the Plaza: The results are in
Party on the Plaza (POP) is one of Newman University’s largest fundraisers. The event was held Saturday, Sept. 22 and brought together the Newman community for a night of great… Continue reading Party on the Plaza: The results are in
Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman University Campus Ministry will host an all-faiths prayer breakfast at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public.… Continue reading Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
The Newman University theater department presents the farce, mystery thriller “Death by Chocolate” by Paul Freed, accompanied by a luxurious four-course dinner served by Great Western Dining Oct. 11-13 in… Continue reading Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
Cultivating employee relationships with the ASCs
Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Newman University student Camden Hoover participated in a highly competitive research experience over the past summer at Portland State University (PSU). The research focused on nano-materials and electron microscopy. The research… Continue reading Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
Completing the Ironman triathlon is no small feat, yet four individuals at Newman University have successfully done just that. The Ironman is a triathlon that takes place in various destinations… Continue reading Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
New volleyball coach works to create team culture
Jose Lugo joined the volleyball team as head coach in late July. He brings more than a decade of coaching experience to Newman. His past coaching experience includes high school… Continue reading New volleyball coach works to create team culture
Newman hires new sports information director
Brandon Smith is the new sports information director for the Newman University athletics department. Smith attended Barton Community College (BCC) before earning his bachelor’s degree in human health performance with… Continue reading Newman hires new sports information director
Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
Hundreds of alumni, staff, faculty and Newman supporters filled Founders Plaza at Newman University Saturday, Sept. 22 for the annual Party on the Plaza. Newman’s largest student scholarship fundraiser has… Continue reading Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Debbie Haslam, coordinator of early intervention and testing services, is offering a new “Brown Bag Lunch Series” for students at noon in the Mabee Dining Center’s conference room. The talks… Continue reading New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship
Fellowship and good food are some key ingredients to a happy life — and both just happen to be on the menu for “Tasty Tuesday” at Newman University. Tasty Tuesday… Continue reading Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship