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
Newman professor leads panel discussion at technology summit
The Information and Communication Technology Summit is an annual gathering held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with the purpose of sharing ideas, research and projects. This year’s event included… Continue reading Newman professor leads panel discussion at technology summit
Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
The Newman University alumni relations office is gearing up for the annual Newman Alumni Weekend April 20-21. The weekend kicks off with a celebration dedication of the new Heimerman Plaza,… Continue reading Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
Newman offers research skills in a newly designed course
Newman University will offer a brand new research course beginning fall 2018. College Research Literacy is an online, 1-credit hour introductory class all about research.
Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Five high school seniors were recently named Cardinal Newman Scholarship recipients — Newman University’s highest and most exclusive financial award — for the 2018-19 academic year. These five students were… Continue reading Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Newman University welcomed 34 high school seniors who have been accepted for the 2018-19 academic year who are applying for either the Cardinal Newman Scholarship or the nursing direct admittance… Continue reading Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Bishop Gerber sculpture arrives at Newman University
A forklift containing a nearly 400-pound sculpture was seen driving across the Newman University campus on the afternoon of Feb. 26. The much-anticipated sculpture was that of Bishop Emeritus Eugene… Continue reading Bishop Gerber sculpture arrives at Newman University
Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
R.J. Allen came to Newman as the assistant men’s basketball coach in 2011. When he was named the new head men’s basketball coach in April 2017, he had one thing… Continue reading Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Ten local individuals and businesses will be honored for their service to the community at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet to be held Feb. 24 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Steckline presents art by Kevin P. Kelly at Final Friday exhibit
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “Taco Bell Interior” featuring art by Kevin P. Kelly. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7… Continue reading Steckline presents art by Kevin P. Kelly at Final Friday exhibit
Homecoming Week at Newman University
Newman University celebrated Homecoming Week from Feb. 5 -10 with a week’s worth of fun, entertainment and Jet spirit. Each year in February, Jet pride is felt all around campus… Continue reading Homecoming Week at Newman University
Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Newman alumna Chelsea “C.L.” Smet is no stranger to being honored for her work as a playwright. In 2015, Smet was a senior working on her theatre performance major at… Continue reading Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Lab Coat Ceremony recognizes students for their accomplishments
Newman University held its first-ever Lab Coat Ceremony on Jan. 18 with help from a grant provided by Volunteer Kansas.
Podcast allows history professor to reach global audience
Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D., has been a familiar face on the Newman campus for nearly 13 years.
Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Brooke Ward is the new Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Newman University. Ward, who is also a Newman alumna, began her career at the university in 2016. She said… Continue reading Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Former Newman basketball player Gavin Thurman has been playing professional basketball since 2016 and is looking forward to continuing for many years to come. He attended Wichita Southeast High School… Continue reading Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Newman bowlers are going strong mid-season
The men’s and women’s bowling teams at Newman University have been playing hard during the first half of their season.
2017 Year in Review
Newman University has experienced many new beginnings and celebrated numerous achievements with staff, faculty, students and alumni. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from… Continue reading 2017 Year in Review
Grant helps Newman create mentorship program for students
Volunteer Kansas has awarded Newman University a $5,000 grant to launch a brand new science and math mentorship program. This funding will also help facilitate Newman’s first White Coat Ceremony Jan. 18, 2018. The… Continue reading Grant helps Newman create mentorship program for students
Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Senior Anna Burton has had an exciting end to her final semester at Newman. Not only will she graduate in December, she was recently recognized with two major honors —… Continue reading Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Pinning ceremony recognizes fall 2017 nursing candidates
Newman University recognized 23 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2017 Nursing Pinning Ceremony.
School of Education prepares students for spring internships
Faculty in the Newman School of Education program are hard at work placing students in internships for the spring semester. Sandy Bequette, early childhood unified and elementary coordinator, said the program places… Continue reading School of Education prepares students for spring internships
De-stressing with ‘Breakfast and Bingo’
Newman University students gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center for some delicious breakfast food, games and prizes as a way to kick back and relax before finals week. The semiannual… Continue reading De-stressing with ‘Breakfast and Bingo’
Newman community prepares for Christmas break
Trees and decorations are popping up everywhere at Newman University! Students, staff and faculty are looking forward to the upcoming Christmas break to spend valuable time with friends and loved ones.… Continue reading Newman community prepares for Christmas break
Online MBA program going strong
The Newman University School of Business is looking forward to its next class of students entering the online MBA program while celebrating its recent and successful implementation. The first Joint Master… Continue reading Online MBA program going strong
Thriving in the communication field
When Newman alumna Ellen Healy graduated in May 2016, she was looking forward to making the switch from intern to full-time employee at the company she was working for. A… Continue reading Thriving in the communication field
Salvation Army and Newman University continue a tradition together
For nearly 30 years, the Newman community has partnered with the Salvation Army in Wichita, Kansas, to purchase gifts for the Salvation Army Angel Tree program and volunteer at the… Continue reading Salvation Army and Newman University continue a tradition together
Newman 360Five says farewell to Jake Gyllenballer
The Newman 360Five crew will miss crew member Emily Harvey. But even though she’s moving back to her hometown in Texas, the crew will have many memories to cherish of… Continue reading Newman 360Five says farewell to Jake Gyllenballer
Campus diversity clubs co-host the ‘Holly Jolly Holiday Party’
Newman University diversity clubs on campus want to help spread Christmas cheer. The clubs have joined forces to throw a family-friendly “Holly Jolly Holiday Party,” sponsored by Student Government Association,… Continue reading Campus diversity clubs co-host the ‘Holly Jolly Holiday Party’
Freshmen hold ‘alternative market’ as fall service project
Newman freshmen in Professor of History Kelly McFall’s Traditions and Transitions (T&T) class chose to hold an “alternative market” as their fall service project. McFall said that several of his… Continue reading Freshmen hold ‘alternative market’ as fall service project
Blankets bring comfort to victims of sexual assault
Each semester, the nursing students at Newman University volunteer an hour of their time to make blankets for victims of sexual assault. The tradition began a few years ago when… Continue reading Blankets bring comfort to victims of sexual assault
Higher education and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Financial aid. It’s a big deal for students seeking higher education.
The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “Dirty Laundry and Other Stuff,” a portfolio by The Big Nasty Press featuring works by a dozen different artists. The exhibition will… Continue reading The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
High school students were recently invited to visit the Newman campus to give them a feel for what a future at the university might be like. The Newman University admissions… Continue reading High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
The Newman University men’s basketball team went head-to-head with Wichita State University on Monday, Nov. 6, in an exhibition game to raise money for hurricane relief. Proceeds from the game went… Continue reading Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross