Melody Head, director of Career Services and Cooperative Education, has designed a plan to help Newman students talk about future career possibilities when it’s most convenient for them with a… Continue reading Mobile career kiosk to help students around Newman campus
Kelly Belanger keynote to address Title IX, college athletics
Newman SGA excited for a new year
The Student Government Association (SGA) at Newman University has already begun setting goals, strategizing and planning for the new academic year. The 2018-19 SGA executive committee consists of President Marisa-Nicole… Continue reading Newman SGA excited for a new year
T&T students volunteer in the world of art
Cheryl Golden, Ph.D., professor of history and director of international studies at Newman University, connected with the Museum of World Treasures in Wichita for one of her Traditions and Transitions… Continue reading T&T students volunteer in the world of art
Party on the Plaza brings Tuscany to Newman campus
Party on the Plaza: A Night in Tuscany is only weeks away. This year’s event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, following a 5 p.m. Mass in St.… Continue reading Party on the Plaza brings Tuscany to Newman campus
Newman welcomes students back to campus
The student life department at Newman University hosted its annual Welcome Back Bash for the whole Newman community. Students were treated to free food trucks, rock climbing, games and activities.… Continue reading Newman welcomes students back to campus
Parents take on freshmen move-in day
The Newman University campus was buzzing once again as students arrived on Aug. 23 for a day of settling in and getting acquainted. The 2018-19 freshman class moved into Carrocci… Continue reading Parents take on freshmen move-in day
Making a difference in Liberia
Sister Therese Wetta arrived in Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, on April 25 to re-open the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) mission, which closed more than 25 years… Continue reading Making a difference in Liberia
New director of Steckline Gallery prepares for her first year
Steckline Gallery at Newman University has a new director. Shannon Johnston has taken on the daily tasks of the gallery, replacing the previous director, Mary Werner. Werner, who will retire… Continue reading New director of Steckline Gallery prepares for her first year
Newman 360Five: Rainy Days
We love the rain — but it sure makes it tough to walk from class to class! The Newman 360Five crew provides tips on getting around campus on the rainiest… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Rainy Days
Friends, family and co-workers celebrate Shirley Rueb
After more than 50 years at Newman university, first as a student and then as an employee, Shirley Rueb, registrar, retired. But the Newman community couldn’t let Rueb go without… Continue reading Friends, family and co-workers celebrate Shirley Rueb
34th annual Jet Open success
Newman University athletics recently hosted the 34th annual Laurie Bell Memorial Charity Golf Tournament. The fundraiser began with its traditional kickoff party, which was held Sunday, Aug. 5, at the… Continue reading 34th annual Jet Open success
Student’s Newman search comes full circle
Amanda Crawford first considered Newman for her higher education as a junior in high school. And then, as they say, life happened. Now, after more than 18 years after first… Continue reading Student’s Newman search comes full circle
Upcoming ‘Jet Days’ welcomes new students to campus
The 2018-19 academic year is only weeks away, and the staff and faculty at Newman University are in full preparation mode. Each year, the staff in the Newman Student Life… Continue reading Upcoming ‘Jet Days’ welcomes new students to campus
Wearing multiple hats — dad, cop, deacon and student
“Student” is just one of many hats Fernando “Freddy” Hernandez wears.
Newman student called to priesthood
Father Nicholaus “Nic” Jurgensmeyer attended Newman University for two years — years, he said, which were life-changing. He said the initial draw to Newman was sport and religion. “Newman had the… Continue reading Newman student called to priesthood
Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
Newman students Leanne Vastbinder and Courtney Klaus recently traveled to New York City to participate in the Reacting to the Past Eighteenth Annual Faculty Institute held at Barnard College. Reacting to… Continue reading Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
Lightning sparks career for Newman alumnus
Newman alumnus Billy Martin has been talking about lightning for years now, most recently presenting a webinar that focused on achieving FAA certification of aircraft fuel tanks and lightning protection.… Continue reading Lightning sparks career for Newman alumnus
Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
Each year, the Newman University Staff Assembly executive committee hosts a silent auction to benefit a local charity. The committee votes on a different nonprofit organization to support each year, allowing… Continue reading Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
The 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) ended on a note of celebration Thursday, June 28, wrapping up another successful year of exploring STEM fields with high school sophomores through seniors.… Continue reading Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
Bachelor of Social Work program to officially start fall 2019
Newman University is adding a program to its more than 70 degrees — a Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW).
Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
The Dugan-Gorges Conference Center was buzzing on the evening of June 21 during the inaugural ICT Spelling Bee — organized by and benefiting Dear Neighbor Ministries. Brenda Wasinger, director of development at Dear… Continue reading Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
Wichita Gladiator Dash holds special meaning for one Newman alumna
The Wichita Gladiator Dash, which is organized by Newman University, has become one of the most anticipated and popular obstacle-course races in the city with nearly 900 participants registering for… Continue reading Wichita Gladiator Dash holds special meaning for one Newman alumna
Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Newman student Tammy Nguyen decided she needed to step outside her box and take on a new challenge in order to grow personally and professionally. That is how she became… Continue reading Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
The Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) has chosen Newman Associate Professor of Chemistry Ryan Huschka, Ph.D., to participate in the 2018 Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy. Huschka will represent Newman University… Continue reading Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
Spring 2018 Dean’s List recognizes student achievement
Newman University officials have released the 2018 spring semester Dean’s List.
MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Newman University will enter the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) beginning fall 2019 as an affiliate member — and the excitement is building. Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., has called… Continue reading MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Newman joins Project Wichita
Wichita is under construction — and not just the orange cone kind. Newman University is excited to be a part of Project Wichita, a collaborative 10-year vision and action plan designed… Continue reading Newman joins Project Wichita
Newman math major wins local half-marathon
Recent Newman graduate Austin Lavin has been training for months to prepare for the local Prairie Fire Half Marathon — and his dedication and determination paid off. Lavin won the… Continue reading Newman math major wins local half-marathon
Students reflect on their time at Newman
Hundreds of graduates, their families and friends, and the Newman University staff and faculty gathered at 6 p.m. May 11 in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Wichita, Kansas… Continue reading Students reflect on their time at Newman
Newman MSW graduate follows her faith, transforms society on a global level
When Ashley Schaal began her higher education journey at Newman, she didn’t think she would be traveling across the globe to enter into mission work before starting her career. Ashley… Continue reading Newman MSW graduate follows her faith, transforms society on a global level
Annual Staff Assembly silent auction raises $2,000 for local charity
The annual Staff Assembly silent auction had another successful event this year, as the Newman community attended in support of St. Francis Community Services’ Independent Living Program at the Mount. The purpose… Continue reading Annual Staff Assembly silent auction raises $2,000 for local charity
STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman University celebrated another successful semester of the STEM Scholars Program with 23 high school students and their families on Wednesday afternoon. Through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)… Continue reading STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Each semester at Newman University, students at all academic levels practice professional presentation skills using months of gathered research and findings. Scholars Day at Newman has been happening at the… Continue reading Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Leadership coaching skills — an important asset for future graduates
Gina Marx, associate professor of education and director of graduate education, has been connecting with her peers worldwide through the International Coach Federation (ICF) Heartland Charter Chapter. Marx, who is… Continue reading Leadership coaching skills — an important asset for future graduates
Awards banquet honors distinguished alumni
Distinguished Newman alumni were honored at the annual Newman Alumni Awards Banquet April 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Newman University once again welcomed alumni from all over the country back to campus for a weekend full of activities during Newman Alumni Weekend held April 20-21. The weekend included… Continue reading Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
For the second year in a row, Ascension Healthcare, Via Christi Health, Wichita State University and the city of Wichita partnered to host Medical Mission at Home — an event… Continue reading Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
Academic Awards Banquet celebrates students, faculty and staff
Newman University hosted its second annual Academic Awards Banquet April 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity
Every year, the staff assembly executive committee at Newman University hosts a silent auction to raise money for a local charity. This year’s event will take place from 11 a.m.… Continue reading Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity