“The decade of the 1990s will be remembered in our community for many things,” said 1998 Provincial Charlotte Rohrbach. “One thing will be the complete renovation of our Province Center… Continue reading Sister Kevin tells story of stained glass in Chapel of New Covenant
Funds being raised for renovations to St. John’s Chapel
Renovations were last made to St. John’s Chapel at Newman University in 1994, and now — more than 20 years later — it is time for a revamp. Located at… Continue reading Funds being raised for renovations to St. John’s Chapel
Freshmen move in for their first year at Newman
Freshman move-in day at Newman University kicked off at 8 a.m. Aug. 23 with a little help from Residence Life, First Year Experience (FYE) members, Campus Ministry, the women’s basketball… Continue reading Freshmen move in for their first year at Newman
Student Ashleigh Taylor receives Maud Wyatt Memorial Scholarship
Ashleigh Taylor is entering her senior year as a recipient of the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) 2018 Maud Wyatt Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is meant to recognize students who value their… Continue reading Student Ashleigh Taylor receives Maud Wyatt Memorial Scholarship
Traditions and Transitions provides Newman students with unique opportunities
Newman University empowers graduates to transform society, and Traditions and Transitions (T&T) is just one of the many programs helping students do so from the very start of their college… Continue reading Traditions and Transitions provides Newman students with unique opportunities
Nursing student Jenny Sellaro professes vows as ASC sister
Newman student Jenny Sellaro recently took her vows to join the congregation of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), in Wichita, Kansas. According to its website, the ASC… Continue reading Nursing student Jenny Sellaro professes vows as ASC sister
Newman recognizes Sister Fran Schumer for efforts in campus community
Sister Frances “Fran” Schumer has not only fulfilled the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) mission through her ministry but also in many other ways throughout the Newman community. The U.S.… Continue reading Newman recognizes Sister Fran Schumer for efforts in campus community
Newman security team prepares for students’ return to campus
Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd has a new team of officers. As of July 1, 2018, Newman has a two-year contract with Smart Security Inc. “They are… Continue reading Newman security team prepares for students’ return to campus
JoAnn Mark, ASC, returns to Newman
JoAnn Mark, ASC, Ed.D., returned to Newman University in April. She returns after serving as the executive director for the Partnership for Global Justice (PGJ), an international nongovernment organization with special… Continue reading JoAnn Mark, ASC, returns to Newman
New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) community has recently elected its new leadership team for the upcoming six-year term, 2018-2024. Sister Vicki Bergkamp, a business professor at Newman… Continue reading New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Alumna Rebekah Valentine has found a way to make a living by combining two of her loves — video gaming and writing. In May, Valentine landed a job with GamesIndustry.biz, the… Continue reading Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Institutional Research is a resource built to benefit faculty and staff
Most, if not all, universities participate in institutional research — a practice which involves collecting and reporting information to government bodies, the public and various college guide publishers. With all… Continue reading Institutional Research is a resource built to benefit faculty and staff
Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
At the start of her senior year, alumna Rachel Adducci “freaked out” because she had no idea what she wanted to do after graduation. One year later, she has been… Continue reading Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
A total of 13 seminarians from Wichita and surrounding states are taking an intensive Spanish program at Newman University this summer. The program is an intensive Spanish immersion comprising two… Continue reading 13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
After years of shuffling around textbooks, completing group projects and pulling all-nighters to finish research papers that should have been done long ago, the hard work of earning a college… Continue reading Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
School may officially be out for the summer, but Newman University is continuing to provide an educational and enriching experience to young students from around the United States. Beginning June… Continue reading A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
Newman student interns at local district attorney’s office for the summer
Not only is Vincent Couto extremely involved on the Newman campus, he was also able to obtain an internship off-campus for the summer with the local district attorney’s office. Couto… Continue reading Newman student interns at local district attorney’s office for the summer
Graduates reflect on commencement day
Part of the Newman University mission statement is to “empower graduates to transform society.” According to these graduates, the programs and opportunities provided by Newman do not disappoint in doing… Continue reading Graduates reflect on commencement day
Senior Anthony Navarrete lands internship with KSN-TV
After attending the spring semester Highway 54 Career Fair, which is co-hosted by Newman University and Friends University, Newman Jet student-athlete Anthony Navarrete has landed an internship position with KSN-TV… Continue reading Senior Anthony Navarrete lands internship with KSN-TV
Graduate student Kelly Hopkins helps children in abusive environments
Six years ago, Kelly Hopkins decided to take on some volunteer work. Little did she know, that volunteer work would carry over to her future career.
Campus cats safely borrowed and returned after spay and neuter surgery
Last weekend, the friendly cats of Newman were collected, borrowed, spayed and neutered, then safely returned to their campus home on Monday. “For over a year, several people have discussed… Continue reading Campus cats safely borrowed and returned after spay and neuter surgery
Come fly kites with Kaleidoscope and friends
Grab a couple pals and come on down — Kaleidoscope and friends are hosting an anti-stress kite flying event on campus from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 5, on… Continue reading Come fly kites with Kaleidoscope and friends
Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
The Newman University English department presented its annual Literature Festival, “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” April 12 and 13. Also known as, “Lit Fest,” the celebration is a… Continue reading Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Artist Bob Benson will present his vibrant photographic works in the upcoming exhibit “Colorful Abstracts” in the Newman University Steckline Gallery. The exhibit begins with a Final Friday reception from… Continue reading Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
To help welcome and prepare new students for the fall semester at Newman University, four registration days are planned over the next few months. Registrations days take place April 27,… Continue reading Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
A spring break spent on pilgrimage to Rome
Graduate students in the theology program recently returned from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Wichita Sports Hall of Fame inducts two from Newman
Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli and Volunteer Assistant Men’s Baseball Coach Mike Pelfrey will each be inducted into the Wichita Sports Hall of Fame.
Newman senior Ariana Esparza is headed to the Disney College Internship Program
Senior Ariana Esparza’s world just got a little more magical.
Student Kedzie Hopkins forms unique relationship with host family in Guatemala
Last summer, sophomore Kedzie Hopkins embarked on the Newman Guatemala Study and Serve trip with Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager and a group of students. She returned with much… Continue reading Student Kedzie Hopkins forms unique relationship with host family in Guatemala
Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Alumna Crista Switzer ’12, helps people of all ages — with a special focus on the elderly and helping them understand technology with ease. The goals of abcd TECH, her… Continue reading Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Dr. Suzanne Berg was more than just a communication professor
A favorite advisor, professor and friend of many passed away last week, at just 36 years old. While I could attempt to muster up words to give Dr. Suzanne Berg… Continue reading Dr. Suzanne Berg was more than just a communication professor
Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
“I was more of a quiet folk in high school. I was involved in a couple things like music, but the idea of having any leadership role was kind of… Continue reading Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
Junior Kevin Clack recently began an internship with KSN-TV — a local news station in Wichita. Clack, who hails from Seguin, Texas, is a communication major with minors in Spanish… Continue reading Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
Angela McCoy volunteers as chaperone on March for Life pilgrimage
On Jan. 19, roughly 100,000 people from around the United States gathered for the 45th March for Life event in Washington, D.C. Among these individuals was Angela McCoy, administrative assistant… Continue reading Angela McCoy volunteers as chaperone on March for Life pilgrimage
Students travel to Denver for annual service trip
While many students enjoyed their last moments of winter break at home and faculty members returned to campus for the spring semester, Newman University Chaplain Father John Fogliasso accompanied a… Continue reading Students travel to Denver for annual service trip
Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Alumna Emily Simon ’16 didn’t seem to get quite enough of Newman in her four years as an undergraduate student. Now, she is pursuing her master’s degree and is the… Continue reading Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
To many, Irwin Torres may seem like an average elementary education student on his way to graduation. But his story is anything but ordinary. Torres is currently finishing his last… Continue reading Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Last weekend, four Newman students traveled to Kansas City along with Board of Trustees president Larry Heck, Ph.D., to attend the triennial convention for Pi Gamma Mu. Pi Gamma Mu… Continue reading Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
The Early Childhood Education Program at Newman University is discovering new opportunities after building a recent partnership with Wichita public schools. In October, Assistant Professors of Education Sandy Bequette, Ed.D.,… Continue reading Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
Gerber Institute welcomes speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk
The Gerber Institute features speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D., who will present his talk “New Developments in the Biosciences and Bioethics.” The event takes place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct.… Continue reading Gerber Institute welcomes speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk