The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser is coming up soon – Saturday, Sept. 26. The event features a silent and live auction, authentic German food, music, and… Continue reading For the Love of Beer – Party on the Plaza
Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Two families fighting poverty in the Wichita community call for your help. Newman University partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Catholic Diocese of Wichita to help two families in… Continue reading Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Dust off your lederhosen! Time for Party on the Plaza
The annual Oktoberfest fundraiser and celebration is once again upon us. Come out and join fellow alumni and friends on Saturday, Sept. 26 for the 2015 Party on the Plaza.… Continue reading Dust off your lederhosen! Time for Party on the Plaza
Shella Augspurger – 2015 Staff Excellence Award recipient
Every year the Newman University Staff Assembly presents the Staff Excellence Award to acknowledge a staff member’s self-sacrificing hard work and dedication toward the Newman University Mission. The awardee is nominated… Continue reading Shella Augspurger – 2015 Staff Excellence Award recipient
Pope Francis Build: Helping two Wichita families in need of a home
Newman University partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Catholic Diocese of Wichita to help two families in need of a new home. Both families are headed by working single… Continue reading Pope Francis Build: Helping two Wichita families in need of a home
NU alumna Wilma Moore-Black honors Gordon Parks
Newman University alumna Wilma Moore-Black ’92, traveled to Minneapolis, Minn., to honor a very historical fashion and documentary photographer from Kansas – Gordon Parks. The event took place on Aug.… Continue reading NU alumna Wilma Moore-Black honors Gordon Parks
Stuck in the mud
Having fun on campus can get a little messy! This past year, intramural sports were all the rage, and with so many options, what’s not to love? Student Life Coordinator… Continue reading Stuck in the mud
Newman learning communities
Nervous about being a college student? Newman University offers Learning Communities for first year students to help you instantly connect with other new Jets allowing you to quickly build relationships… Continue reading Newman learning communities
NSP: Newman Studies Program
The Newman Studies Program (NSP) is our unique and nationally recognized academic core curriculum designed to prepare Newman graduates for success in the job market and beyond. NSP is designed… Continue reading NSP: Newman Studies Program
What you need to know about Newman University
Scholarships Quality Education Made Affordable Newman offers students a variety of scholarships, grants and need-based aid to help make Newman affordable. For a complete list of scholarships, plus requirements and… Continue reading What you need to know about Newman University
Button up for the Wichita River Festival
Ask anyone in Wichita what they do in the summer, and chances are you’ll get the same answer – Riverfest. The 10 day, city-wide festival encompasses carnival food, amusement park… Continue reading Button up for the Wichita River Festival
The art of understanding
The Newman University Bachelor of Science in Counseling program is more than a major; for many students, it’s a calling. It takes a special type of person with a special… Continue reading The art of understanding
Passing the torch: totus tuus ignites student faith
What if I told you that the most important part of your college career might happen in the summer? Believe it! Passing midterms and studying for finals are required to… Continue reading Passing the torch: totus tuus ignites student faith
Keep Calm and Get Into Med School
Whether you’re about to start high school or have recently graduated college, you’ve probably heard how important it is to plan ahead, especially if you’re looking to tack “M.D.” behind… Continue reading Keep Calm and Get Into Med School
Newman’s own award-winning playwright
It has all the makings of a great movie, or more aptly, a great play. A highly-motivated and talented student attends a small college with a new theatre program and… Continue reading Newman’s own award-winning playwright
Levi Esses is all in
One look at Levi and you would think he’s been a Jet for life, though he just joined the Newman family in January. Rarely seen decked-out in anything other than… Continue reading Levi Esses is all in
N.U. Magazine highlights
As many of you may know, the Spring 2015 Newman University Magazine was published in May. If you haven’t had the opportunity to read it yet or if you missed out on… Continue reading N.U. Magazine highlights
Spring 2015 Newman University Magazine hits doorsteps
More than 13,000 copies of the Spring 2015 Newman University Magazine were delivered to homes of alumni, donors and friends of the university in May. The magazine can also be read online… Continue reading Spring 2015 Newman University Magazine hits doorsteps
Newman holds pinning ceremony for Occupational Therapy Assistant students
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Pinning Ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 16 in Performance Hall in the Newman University De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The ceremony honored the completion… Continue reading Newman holds pinning ceremony for Occupational Therapy Assistant students
Benefits of attending a Catholic College
You’ve decided to go to college, continue your education, and achieve what 70 percent of the U.S. population could only dream of, getting a degree. Attending a college is more… Continue reading Benefits of attending a Catholic College
NU Library extends hours and offers conveniences during Finals Week
Finals Week is once again upon us. The Newman University Dugan Library staff has made an effort to make Finals Week a little less stressful by offering extended hours and providing… Continue reading NU Library extends hours and offers conveniences during Finals Week
2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
The 2015 ICT Art DOG (Day of Giving) campaign ends with a loud bark of gratitude. Wichita Community Foundation President and CEO Shelly Prichard announced in an email to the… Continue reading 2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
Silent Auction comes through for those in need
Newman University Staff Assembly’s 15th Annual Silent Auction took place on Friday, April 17, 2015. To date, more than $2,300 has been collected from bid donations. The proceeds from the… Continue reading Silent Auction comes through for those in need
ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
Newman University art students chalked the campus sidewalks depicting the ICT Art Dog to help promote this year’s ICT Art Day Of Giving event. Last year, donors helped raise over… Continue reading ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
The 16th annual Newman University Literary Festival took place April 9-10 with the theme “Science and Literature.” The festival included multiple events such as a keynote speech and panel discussion on April… Continue reading 16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
The Staff Assembly of Newman University is proud to sponsor the 15th annual Silent Auction on Friday, April 17, 2015. Proceeds will benefit Newman University’s Hearts and Hands Fund and… Continue reading 2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
Rush of Fools rocked the campus
Christian rock band, Rush of Fools, rocked the Newman University campus on March 27. The response from attendees was overwhelmingly positive despite the brisk weather. The cold was overcome by… Continue reading Rush of Fools rocked the campus
Rush of Fools to perform on outdoor stage
The nationally acclaimed Christian rock band Rush of Fools will be performing outdoors on Newman University’s Founders Plaza on Friday, March 27. According to Weather.com, Friday’s forecast calls for a high… Continue reading Rush of Fools to perform on outdoor stage
Rush of Fools comes to rock Newman University campus
The Birmingham, Ala., Christian-faith rock and praise band Rush of Fools will perform at Newman University on Friday, March 27. The concert will be outside and is free and open… Continue reading Rush of Fools comes to rock Newman University campus
Newman University Celebrates Kansas Private College Week
Governor Sam Brownback proclaimed the week of Feb. 9-15 as “Kansas Private College Week.” Newman University is one of 18 private colleges in Kansas which comprise the Kansas Independent College Association… Continue reading Newman University Celebrates Kansas Private College Week
NU student Kati Bush has photo selected in national contest
Newman University junior Kati Bush is already making a name for herself as a top photographer. Bush learned on Jan. 27 that one of her photos had been selected as… Continue reading NU student Kati Bush has photo selected in national contest
NU Director of Security Richard “Ollie” Oliverson retires
Friday, Jan. 16 is a bittersweet day for Newman University. On that day the Director of Security Richard “Ollie” Oliverson will leave his post to retire.
Newman University to celebrate Fall 2014 graduates
Newman University will hold a special reception to honor Fall 2014 graduates from 3 to 4:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. All Newman Fall 2014 graduates… Continue reading Newman University to celebrate Fall 2014 graduates
Athletics highlights – Nov. 8 – 10
Click the links below to see what’s happening with the Newman Jets. Nov. 10 – Newman’s Gonzalez Selected to All-Heartland Volleyball First Team Nov. 9 – Soccer: Record-Breaking Season Ends;… Continue reading Athletics highlights – Nov. 8 – 10
Newman University celebrates the Feast Day of Blessed John Henry Newman
Newman University celebrated the Feast Day of Blessed John Henry Newman today, Oct. 9, with a Mass in St. John’s Chapel at noon. Newman’s Feast Day was set by Pope… Continue reading Newman University celebrates the Feast Day of Blessed John Henry Newman
Newman recognizes employees with service, staff excellence awards
Congratulations to all those who were honored for their years of service to Newman University during the annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Aug. 18. The program celebrates long-term… Continue reading Newman recognizes employees with service, staff excellence awards
30th Annual Jet Open Tournament and Kick Off – Aug. 3, 4
After one of its most successful outings in 2013, the Laurie Bell Memorial 30th Annual Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament will look to continue its success in 2014. The entire… Continue reading 30th Annual Jet Open Tournament and Kick Off – Aug. 3, 4
Newman Day at the “K” – KC Royals July 27
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a day at the Kansas City Royals ball park while supporting Newman University on July 27. ***UPDATE*** 7 seats left on the charter bus… Continue reading Newman Day at the “K” – KC Royals July 27
2014 Wichita Gladiator Dash
Vikings, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and many other characters showed up to compete for the winner’s circle on Saturday, June 7 for the 3rd Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash.
Students get a new identity during Newman Registration Days
The first round of the summer’s Newman Registration Days took place on Friday, June 6. A total of 38 incoming freshman students received their Newman University ID cards and proudly… Continue reading Students get a new identity during Newman Registration Days