Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 21-Dec. 4

Men's basketball defeated Manhattan Christian during Kids Day on Nov. 25.

With 18 athletic teams at Newman University, it can be easy to miss some of the action. Continue reading for a weekly review of the biggest news, scores, updates and… Continue reading Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 21-Dec. 4

Newman team celebrates the launch of new student information system J1

Confetti fills the air as staff and faculty of the J1 implementation team celebrate the launch of a new student information system at Newman University.

After two years of development and campus-wide work, Newman University has launched its new student information system, Jenzabar One (J1). 

Three outstanding professors honored during Newman’s Faculty Excellence Awards

(From left to right) 2025 Faculty Excellence Award winners Johnson, Cheek and Hane

Newman University honored three faculty members for outstanding teaching during the 2025 Faculty Excellence Awards Banquet on Nov. 14. 

Students grow in leadership, dialogue at Kansas Leadership Center workshop

Students of the Newman Student Government Association with Joseph Shepard (previous multicultural director at Newman)

Sixteen Newman University students recently participated in the Kansas Leadership Center’s “Free Expressions” workshop on November 7. 

President Jagger attends Vatican ceremony honoring St. Newman as Doctor of the Church

Following Mass, Jagger poses with a Newman University pennant with Hughes, the ASC superior general.

Pope Leo XIV officially declared Saint John Henry Newman, namesake of Newman University, the 38th Doctor of the Church on November 1.

Newman community rallies to restock Jets Resource Hub amid SNAP benefit delays

The Jets Resource Hub is located in McNeil Hall, room 123.

As the government shutdown continues, the Newman community is stepping up to support one another through the Jets Resource Hub.

Steckline Gallery presents ‘Intersections, Loops, & Undulations’ for November exhibition

Three art pieces from "Intersections, Loops, & Undulations" exhibition at Newman University

The Steckline Gallery presents “Intersections, Loops, & Undulations” during a First Friday exhibition November 7 at Newman University.

Student Daniel Mies deepens faith through seminary formation

Mies outside the St. Paul Catholic Student Center at Wichita State University

Daniel Mies, a Newman student and seminarian, said his discernment story unfolded gradually through an openness to God’s will.

Sisters in southwest Kansas use degrees to set a positive example

(From left to right) Landa and Estrella wear their graduation caps and gowns for portraits on campus, provided by Newman University.

For sisters Samaria Estrella and Mariana Landa, earning their degrees from Newman University was about setting an example for their children.

Graduate Cody Saunders ’25 lives out his calling in social work

Saunders with Jessica Bird, associate vice president of outreach and dean of the School of Education and Social Work

When Cody Saunders began working for Comcare of Sedgwick County, he discovered more than just a job — he found a calling.

Seven Newman community members become ASC Associates

(From left to right) Sister Therese Wetta, ASC, Drewes, Bontrager, Kurtyka, Jagger, Bob and Debbie Beumer, Lori Benge, Whitley and Umbarger.

The Adorers welcomed seven new members into their ASC Associate program during a Mass and ritual commitment ceremony on September 30.

$200k raised for student scholarships at 2025 Party on the Plaza

Guests wear their best at the 2025 Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20's fundraiser at Newman University.

During the 2025 Party on the Plaza, supporters raised money for student financial aid that makes a Newman education possible.

Newman University enrolls largest number of seminarians yet

President Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., MPH, (center) with seminarians who are current students at Newman University

A record-breaking 25 seminarians enrolled for fall 2025, marking the largest seminarian class in Newman University’s history.

Students turn summer internships into career momentum

(From left to right) Lotsu-Morgan and Strickbine at McCurdy Real Estate & Auction office in Wichita

Three Newman University students say internships have sharpened their skills, boosted their confidence and clarified their next steps.

Newman names Geri Tyrell associate vice president of Academic Affairs

Tyrell (left) congratulates a graduate during the annual School of Healthcare Professions pinning ceremony at Newman University.

Geri Tyrell, DNP, recently took on a new leadership role as the associate vice president of Academic Affairs at Newman University.

Alumna Ginny Wylie’s meaningful mentorship as a Spiritual Companion

Wylie (blonde hair, bottom right) huddles with the women's soccer team for a prayer before a game. (Courtesy photo: Richard Rico)

Newman alumna Ginny Wylie ’93 goes above and beyond her role as a Spiritual Companion for the women’s soccer team.