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Wichita Gladiator Dash to be held June 8

This year’s Wichita Gladiator Dash event will be held on Saturday, June 8 at Sedgwick County Park. With more than 1,000 participants in last year’s competitive event, the Wichita Gladiator Dash… Continue reading Wichita Gladiator Dash to be held June 8

Newman University celebrates Ablah Awards recipients at luncheon

Newman University Spring 2013 graduates Adrienne Fox and Brice Albert were honored at a May 24 luncheon at the university hosted by Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. Fox and… Continue reading Newman University celebrates Ablah Awards recipients at luncheon

Newman University in Colorado Springs celebrates Spring 2013 Master of Social Work graduates

Twenty-three residents of Colorado Springs and surrounding areas received a Master of Social Work degree from Newman University. The university, which is based in Wichita, Kan., offers coursework leading to… Continue reading Newman University in Colorado Springs celebrates Spring 2013 Master of Social Work graduates

Newman holds Spring 2013 Graduation ceremonies

On May 10 and 11, Newman University celebrated the Spring 2013 graduates with Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement. Check out more videos from graduation on the Newman University YouTube channel or… Continue reading Newman holds Spring 2013 Graduation ceremonies

Newman University School of Social Work, Aging & Wellness Coalition partner to host Senior University June 11-13

The Newman University School of Social Work has partnered with The Aging & Wellness Coalition of Sedgwick County to host the second summer session of “Senior University.” The event, scheduled… Continue reading Newman University School of Social Work, Aging & Wellness Coalition partner to host Senior University June 11-13

Students encouraged to register for 8-week summer classes

8-week classes for the Newman University summer 2013 session begin June 10. Students planning on registering for the 8-week summer courses are encouraged to do so as soon as possible.… Continue reading Students encouraged to register for 8-week summer classes

Newman University Western Kansas graduate making a difference

Britta Hartman, a recent graduate from Newman University in Western Kansas, is making a difference at USD 443 in Dodge City. A substitute teacher for the school, Hartman introduces young… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas graduate making a difference

Newman office hours change for the summer

Newman office hours for the registrar, student accounts and financial aid area will change for the summer. Office hours starting May 20 will be Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. to… Continue reading Newman office hours change for the summer

Newman closed for Memorial Day

Offices will be closed at Newman University Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Newman will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 28.

Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 11 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Newman University honors Spring 2013 nursing degree graduates

Newman University recognized 24 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 10 on the Newman campus.

Albert, Fox receive 2013 Ablah Awards

Newman University senior Brice J. Albert of Colwich, Kan., received the Harvey J. Ablah Award and senior Adrienne Fox, also of Colwich, received the Leona J. Ablah Award during the Spring and Summer… Continue reading Albert, Fox receive 2013 Ablah Awards

Donald Bittner ’77 receives honorary degree at Spring 2013 Commencement

Captain Donald Bittner, M.D. ’77 received a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degree during the Newman University Spring and Summer Commencement ceremony May 11.

Request a DVD copy of Commencement

Due to the high amount of devices accessing WiFi at the Spring 2013 Commencement ceremony, live streaming of the event was not possible as the access volume increased. We apologize for… Continue reading Request a DVD copy of Commencement

Newman University honors graduating Master of Social Work students at pinning ceremony

The Newman University School of Social Work honored Spring and Summer 2013 graduates of the Master of Social Work program with a pinning ceremony held May 3, 2013 on the… Continue reading Newman University honors graduating Master of Social Work students at pinning ceremony

Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Newman University honored 20 Native American students from seven high schools in the Wichita area at a recent banquet for their participation in a program designed to keep them in… Continue reading Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Newman University alumnus Tim Norton to be honored as Humanitarian of the Year

Newman University alumnus and Sedgwick County Commissioner Tim Norton will be honored as Humanitarian of the Year at a benefit event starting at 6:30 p.m., May 21 at the Abode… Continue reading Newman University alumnus Tim Norton to be honored as Humanitarian of the Year

Newman community mourns passing of former head cashier Marilyn McMillan

The Newman University community was saddened to learn of the passing of Marilyn McMillan, age 66, on Tuesday, May 7. Marilyn left Newman University earlier this spring after serving nearly… Continue reading Newman community mourns passing of former head cashier Marilyn McMillan

Bookstore and library hours change starting May 13

The Newman University Bookstore and Dugan Library hours will change for the summer, beginning on May 13.

Newman to stream Baccalaureate and Commencement events live on YouTube

Can’t make it to your friend or family member’s Newman University graduation events? No problem! This year Newman will stream both its Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies live on YouTube.

Visit Newman at the Art and Book Fair May 11 and 12

Director of Theatre Mark Mannette and the Fine Arts Department invites those attending the 54th Annual Art and Book Fair this weekend to stop in at the Newman University booth and… Continue reading Visit Newman at the Art and Book Fair May 11 and 12

Instrumental Music to host ‘A Concert in the Park’ May 5

The Newman University Instrumental Music Ensembles will present “A Concert in the Park” on May 5 at 2 p.m. The Concert Band, Jazz Band and String Ensemble will perform this… Continue reading Instrumental Music to host ‘A Concert in the Park’ May 5

Newman University to hold Spring 2013 graduation activities May 10-11

Newman University will stage a number of events May 10 and May 11 to celebrate Spring 2013 graduation.

See what you missed from ‘A Night at the Royale’

The following video snippet is taken from last week’s performance by the Newman University Music Department and was posted on Youtube by Jim Howell. The video segment highlights the performance… Continue reading See what you missed from ‘A Night at the Royale’

Holocaust survivor to speak at Newman May 2

Newman University is co-sponsor and host of the Yom Ha’Shoah Community Commemoration, which will feature a lecture by Ela Weissberger entitled, “The Cat with the Yellow Star: Coming of Age… Continue reading Holocaust survivor to speak at Newman May 2

Newman University names Jennifer Gantz vice president for finance/administration

Newman University has named Jennifer Gantz its next vice president for Finance and Administration. Gantz will replace Mark Dresselhaus who, after 21 years of service to Newman, is retiring at… Continue reading Newman University names Jennifer Gantz vice president for finance/administration

Newman University will host the fifth annual Spring Sports Day between Wichita’s Kapaun Mt. Carmel and Bishop Carroll Catholic High Schools on Saturday, May 4. The annual event allows outstanding… Continue reading Newman to host Catholic High Schools Spring Sports Day May 4

Newman student Matthew Riedl receives top academic award

Newman University student Matthew Riedl is the 2013 recipient of the prestigious St. Catherine Medal, which is awarded annually to a sophomore or junior who has demonstrated outstanding service to… Continue reading Newman student Matthew Riedl receives top academic award

Learn more about Newman online RN – BSN nursing program at Open House April 25

Newman University will hold an Open House for people interested in the Newman online RN to BSN program from 5 to 9 p.m., April 25 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC… Continue reading Learn more about Newman online RN – BSN nursing program at Open House April 25

National Alumni Association accepting nominations for new board of director members

The Newman University National Alumni Association is accepting nominations to elect four new members to its Board of Directors for 2013-2014. The alumni association brings together alumni through a variety of… Continue reading National Alumni Association accepting nominations for new board of director members

Fr. Kapaun receives Medal of Honor

Father Emil Kapaun, the priest from Pilsen, Kan., who died in 1951 as a prisoner of war in North Korea, was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor today by President… Continue reading Fr. Kapaun receives Medal of Honor

Newman University alumni ‘Happy Hour’ set for April 25

Wichita area alums are invited to Newman University’s “Happy Hour” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 25 at Oeno Wine Bar in Old Town. Catch up with fellow alums and enjoy free appetizers and… Continue reading Newman University alumni ‘Happy Hour’ set for April 25

Former death row exoneree to share story of wrongful conviction and surviving death row

Newman University will present “A Matter of Innocence” by Kirk Bloodsworth at 7 p.m. on April 16 in the Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. Bloodsworth was the… Continue reading Former death row exoneree to share story of wrongful conviction and surviving death row

Shakespeare-inspired artwork show and sale April 4-6

In conjunction with the Literary Festival “Teach the Torches to Burn Bright: Acting and Reacting to Shakespeare Today,” Newman University art students will stage an exhibition and sale of Shakespeare-inspired… Continue reading Shakespeare-inspired artwork show and sale April 4-6

Final Friday April 26 at Steckline Gallery features American debut of Italian artist Mario Bernardinello

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Astratto Caldo” by Mario Bernardinello, an internationally renowned artist from Milan, Italy, as the final show of its 2012-2013 season. The exhibit of… Continue reading Final Friday April 26 at Steckline Gallery features American debut of Italian artist Mario Bernardinello

Newman University Music Department to present ‘A Night at the Royale’ spring musical production April 25-27

The Newman University Music Department will present an original musical, “A Night at the Royale,” as this year’s annual spring production. The show will begin at 7:30 p.m., April 25… Continue reading Newman University Music Department to present ‘A Night at the Royale’ spring musical production April 25-27

Newman University to present William Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure April 11-14

The Newman University Theatre Department will present its second full production of the year featuring the work of William Shakespeare. The production, Measure for Measure, will be staged at 8… Continue reading Newman University to present William Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure April 11-14

NU closed for Good Friday March 29

Classes will be suspended and offices will be closed at Newman University Friday, March 29 in observance of Good Friday. Classes and offices will resume normal hours on Monday, April… Continue reading NU closed for Good Friday March 29