Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.
Videos: Seniors share semester-long research at Scholars Day
During Newman Scholars Day Monday, Dec. 4, seniors presented their final presentations and research papers to fellow students, faculty and staff members.
A student’s exploration of Europe
Newman senior Joshua Dessenberger shares his experience abroad on the Europe by Rail trip.
Week 2: Newman Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 3-24.
Week 1: Newman Advent reflections
A new Advent reflection will be shared for each day of the week, courtesy of Newman University.
‘Speculative Futures’ showcasing now in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Speculative Futures” by artist Anthony Mead during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm December 1 at Newman University.
Video: Staff member talks Native American traditions
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, general maintenance technician Robert Crossland shares his family traditions as part of the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Newman offers a prayer for peace during annual prayer breakfast
More than 40 students, faculty and staff gathered for the annual prayer breakfast November 15 in the Mabee Dining Center at Newman University.
From the field to the mat: Newman athletics news
Here’s a recap of the latest athletics news to keep readers up-to-date on the action.
International bruncheon: where cultures on campus collide
Students, faculty and staff came together and enjoyed more than 20 food dishes from 16 different countries/origins during the international bruncheon on October 24.
Ahead of the med school game: Alex DeHoet
Alex DeHoet is one of two Newman students to receive early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine beginning mid-July.
Joshua Dessenberger earns early admission to medical school
When Dessenberger opened the email that stated he received early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine, he was brought to tears.
Newman hosts annual blood drive Oct. 30
Newman University invites the public and campus community to participate in an American Red Cross blood drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman to host first color run/walk Dec. 2
Students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are invited to join the Newman University community for its first-ever color run/walk Saturday, Dec. 2.
Home away from home: An international student’s Newman journey
Junior Dana Issabayeva may be more than 6,400 miles from her home in Kazakhstan, but she is happy to have a second home at Newman University.
Grad fair Nov. 1 offers graduation must-haves
The Newman grad fair is an event for students who plan to graduate during the 2023-24 academic year as well as any staff or faculty members in need of regalia.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A student’s resilient journey
In the middle of her college years at Newman, senior Rossie Smith was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
Unleash the nostalgia: Athletics alumni weekend
Newman University invites all its alumni to return to campus for a weekend packed with athletics events and competitive fun from Friday, October 20 through Sunday, October 22.
Campus kickball tournament scheduled for Oct. 13
A campus-wide kickball tournament will take place at 5 p.m. on the Newman softball field.
A roaring success: Party on the Plaza 2023
The most glamorous bash of the year, Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s was held on Sept. 30, and $202,747 was raised for student financial aid!
Art exhibit ‘The Sad Truth about Happiness’ on display Oct. 5-27
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University is proud to present Bryan Raymundo as the featured artist for October.
Reserve tickets for ‘All My Sons’ production Oct. 5-8
The first theater production of the semester, “All My Sons,” debuts on the Newman stage beginning Thursday, October 5.
Cross-country runner breaks three school records consecutively
In his first month as a student at Newman University, junior Reagan Longei broke the school record for the fastest 6k and 8k.
‘Overcome with fulfillment:’ Mom of four earns degree
It took years of hard work and determination for Jordyn Shields, a 30-year-old mom of 4, to graduate with her Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Newman.
Grant can help 25 Newman students receive passports
Thanks to the American Passport Project grant through the Institute of International Education (IIE), up to 25 Newman students can receive funds to obtain a U.S. passport and support their study abroad journeys.
Student completes internship with crisis pregnancy resource center
Five years ago, Newman sophomore Sydney Le began her volunteer journey at A Better Choice, a Catholic crisis pregnancy resource center in Wichita.
Video: Students share Newman bucket list items
It’s the faculty and staff’s hope that by the time each student graduates from Newman, they graduate with more than just a degree.
Newman University celebrates 90th birthday
On September 12, Newman University celebrated its 90th year as a place of learning.
Student loan payments resume: What this means for alumni, students
On Sept. 1, student loan interest and payments resumed after a pause during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Introducing the new Newman Jets Athletics app
Fans can stay connected to their favorite teams with Newman Jets Athletics, the official mobile app of the Newman University Athletic Department, powered by SIDEARM Sports.
From orphanage to college: The journey of student Eventz Malaska
Eventz Malaska, a junior transfer student at Newman University, has overcome many challenges in his life.
University of Notre Dame brings Hesburgh lecture to Newman
Newman University is proud to present the University of Notre Dame’s Hesburgh lecture at 6 pm September 21 in the Bishop Gerber Science Center, room 105.
Traveling exhibit ‘Outside/Inside’ on display in Dugan Library thru Oct. 7
Now through Oct. 7, 2023, Newman community members can stop by the Dugan Library to visit the traveling exhibition, “Outside/ Inside: Immigration, Migration, and Health Care in the United States.”
International students connect during social mixer
Newman University’s Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Alumni Center was bustling with activity on August 29 as approximately 40 international students gathered for a social mixer event.
Newman community celebrates 2023 Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony
First-year students, Newman faculty and staff gathered to celebrate the start of a new academic journey with the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony.
Videos: Students share fun facts during Welcome Back Weekend
Students were warmly welcomed back to campus with the help of several events during Welcome Back Weekend.
2023 Newman orientation weekend captures energy of a new year
The Newman University campus buzzed with excitement as it welcomed the new first-year class during move-in day and orientation weekend August 18 and 19.
Newman dean joins experts in helping business executives lead data journey
First came the Data Professionals of Wichita; now, there’s “Leading the Data Journey: Advancing your vision for a successful data culture.”
‘A little party never killed nobody’: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist
Whether you’re a first-year student, a returner, living on-campus in the residence halls or commuting each day, here are some tips and tid-bits to know for all things back-to-school.