Alumnus Jeff Baker ’83 shares an article published from The Vantage student newspaper Oct. 23, 1980.
Women’s bowling takes first place at Mid States Championship
Newman University women’s bowling competed in the Mid States Championship Oct. 21-22 hosted by the Jets and Wichita State University at Bowlero Northrock in Wichita.
Newman University announces academic changes for 2024-25
Newman University has announced a continuation of restructuring its academic offerings for fall 2024 which began last year with the launch of 10 new academic programs.
Students, seminarians experience intensive Spanish and culture studies in Guatemala
Students of Newman University, seminarians of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, and Rev. Sam Brand returned from an immersive Spanish experience in Guatemala.
Video: The secret is out…
We’re thrilled to transport you back to the dazzling days of the 1920’s as we announce our spectacular upcoming event: Party on the Plaza!
Two Honors Program alumni facilitate health care speaker series
Newman graduates Samantha Holmes and Kenny Le organized a health care speaker series for current Newman students.
Register for the 39th Annual Jet Open charity golf event
Registration for the 39th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open, a charity golf tournament which benefits the Newman University athletic department, is open.
Blog No. 7: ‘The dark truth of studying abroad’
For the spring semester, sophomore Emily Pachta of Wichita studied abroad at Newman University’s sister school in Birmingham, England, and nears the end of her adventure in blog # 7.
Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference
The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.
Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition
Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.
Newman University prepares for 2023 All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Newman University is preparing to host an All-Alumni Reunion to take place on the weekend of June 23-25 on campus.
Environmental initiatives help Newman community soar
Read on for Kansas Leadership Center volunteer Carmaine Ternes’ reflection on Newman community members’ earthly efforts.
Video: Black History Month with Jainaba Sillah
In partnership with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) student subcommittee at Newman, we celebrate Black History Month with first-year student Jainaba Sillah, as part of our student heritage series.
Blog: Newman student begins study abroad experience in Birmingham, England
Follow along with Pachta’s blog posts on the Newman Today news site as she explores the British university named for St. John Henry Newman, as well as other cities and sites in England and Europe.
Father Welk shares ‘Sister Dolores Strunk: For Whom the Bell Tolls’
Father Tom Welk, chaplain of the ASC Wichita Center, shares a humorous story involving Sister Dolores Strunk (1931- 2008) in the 100-year-old Sacred Heart Hall building.
Newman Europe by Rails trip returns after COVID hiatus
This summer, Newman University students have the opportunity to travel to Europe via a class called, “Europe by Rails.”
Cordova and Roberts earn GAC player of the week honors
The Great American Conference has announced their men’s players of the week for the 7th week of the 2022 season, and the Jets occupy two of the three spots.
Fare thee well, Newman: A tribute to my professors
Senior Madeline Schnieders, managing editor for The Vantage student newspaper, reflects on her years as a student at Newman University.
Newman senior Tejay Cleland joins KWCH TV
Senior Tejay Cleland, editor-in-chief of The Vantage, has recently been hired full-time by KWCH, Channel 12, to train as an on-air reporter.
Making candles, music and art
Alumnus Jim Macias ’81, shares about the hobbies he’s racked up during retirement, including candle making, music and art.
Alumni Award nominations now open for 2022
Newman University is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Awards to be presented in April 2022.
Doing the best you can: teaching through adversity
Megan Dunaway Holding talks about overcoming adversity while teaching, especially through a pandemic.
Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins
Newman Athletics Director Joanna Pryor has announced the resignation of Head Women’s Basketball Coach Darin Spence. A national search will begin immediately to fill the open position. “We would like… Continue reading Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins
Newman student writer turned jeweler
From The Vantage student newspaper – by Marie O’Neal Junior Matthew Clark doesn’t exactly remember how he started making jewelry, but he knows he is drawn towards what is beautiful,… Continue reading Newman student writer turned jeweler
President Jagger appointing new student cabinet
From The Vantage student newspaper – by Ty Wilson Newman President Kathleen Jagger is hoping to meet for the first time later this month with a newly appointed student cabinet,… Continue reading President Jagger appointing new student cabinet
Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
by Collin Loutensock Newman University and Hartman Arena have been selected to host the 2024 NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships. Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor said, “Newman University is excited… Continue reading Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Written by Sports Information Director Collin Loutensock and Graduate Assistant Alex Mead Rodney Tafoya, who graduated from Newman in 1989, continues to dominate on the diamond. At the age of… Continue reading Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Newman alumnus’ The Spice Merchant a local favorite
Many Wichitans know and love The Spice Merchant for its flavorful selections of coffee, tea, spices and gifts, but the local treasure is also dear to the heart of Newman… Continue reading Newman alumnus’ The Spice Merchant a local favorite
Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree
by David Rung Months after her graduation from Newman, alumna Delaney Hiegert continues to showcase just how much she exemplifies the term student-athlete. On Thursday, Hiegert was named as one of the… Continue reading Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree
Student-athletes honored at annual ‘Jetspys’
by David Rung The Newman athletics department celebrated its student-athletes at the 4th Annual Jetspy Awards May 1, to cap the 2017-18 sports season. The yearly awards gala featured 26… Continue reading Student-athletes honored at annual ‘Jetspys’
Homily celebrates Newman namesake
Below is the Cardinal Newman Mass homily as delivered by Father John Fogliasso, university chaplain, Feb. 21, 2018. Welcome to the annual Cardinal Newman Mass. It is great to see… Continue reading Homily celebrates Newman namesake
Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
By David Rung Shifting membership in the Heartland Conference has put the Newman athletics program in a position to seek an NCAA Division II conference affiliation with member schools that… Continue reading Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
Jets partner with Rocking M Media
By David Rung Newman Athletics has reached an agreement with Rocking M Media to be the official broadcast partner of the Jets, allowing the university’s brand to be broadcast across… Continue reading Jets partner with Rocking M Media
Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
On May 5, more than 120 Newman University senior students showed the Newman community the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Spring 2017 Scholars Day. Scholars… Continue reading Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
By Amy Geiszler-Jones Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences… Continue reading ‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
2016 Party on the Plaza Rewind
The 2016 Party on the Plaza had to move inside due to rainy weather however the annual scholarship fundraising event was very successful. The Newman University Alumni and Advancement teams… Continue reading 2016 Party on the Plaza Rewind
Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
Senior Gavin Thurman poured in a season-high 27 points and added eight rebounds, leading four players in double figures as the Newman Men’s Basketball Team led wire-to-wire to dispatch Bethel… Continue reading Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
Math and science 1998 – 2013 alumni invited to Nov. 16 reunion
Newman University alumni who graduated with a degree in math or the sciences between 1998 and 2013 are invited to a reunion Nov. 16. The event will begin at 5:30… Continue reading Math and science 1998 – 2013 alumni invited to Nov. 16 reunion
Gerber Institute at Newman University to present Notre Dame Professor Margaret Pfeil lecture on race and reconciliation Nov. 7
Margaret Pfeil, Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame Department of Theology will present “Restorative Justice and Racial Reconciliation” at Newman University at 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 7 in the… Continue reading Gerber Institute at Newman University to present Notre Dame Professor Margaret Pfeil lecture on race and reconciliation Nov. 7
Affirmations of the university – Culture of Service
Randy Ware, a graduate admissions counselor at Newman, was recently recognized by the Young Professionals of Wichita as the YPW member with the most volunteer time in the community. Read more on… Continue reading Affirmations of the university – Culture of Service