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‘My relationships at Newman saved my life’: David Denny’s story

David and Nancy Denny with grandkids (courtesy photo)

David Denny, a Newman alum who graduated in 1984 with a degree in both marketing and business administration, shared how Father Tom Welk and the relationships he made at Newman saved his life. 

Published December 9, 2022
Categorized as Alumni, Athletics, Faith, News, Religion & Philosophy, Staff & Faculty, Theology

Newman student has 10-year connection with ASC sisters

Alpha Magafu

This marks junior Alpha Magafu’s tenth year of education from the ASC sisters — first in high school in Tanzania, and now at Newman University in Wichita, Kansas.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Senior Desaray Cruz thanks teachers through capstone project

Deseray Cruz

Deseray Cruz, a soon-to-be first-generation college graduate majoring in elementary education, recently gave back to teachers at Freeman Elementary School for her ASC capstone project. 

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Education, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

First-generation student Breanna Brown pursues degree in social work

Breanna Brown, Newman University student

Led by her passion for helping others, junior and first-generation college student Breanna Brown is studying social work at Newman University. Brown is from Leavenworth, Kansas, where she attended Leavenworth… Continue reading First-generation student Breanna Brown pursues degree in social work

Published November 16, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Social Work, Student Life

Several on-campus resources available to Newman students

Newman University resources for students

As the semester continues, we want to ensure that Newman University students know how to access various resources available to them on campus.

Published November 10, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Student Life

Newman senior Alexis Smith crowned Miss Wichita

Alexis Smith - Miss Wichita

Not only is Alexis Smith a senior at Newman University, she’s also Miss Wichita 2023.

Published November 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Senior capstone project benefits mothers through A Better Choice

(From left to right) Deseray Cruz, Cassidy Garretson, Julia Sanders, Isabel Porres and Kaylee McNeill. (Courtesy photo)
(From left to right) Deseray Cruz, Cassidy Garretson, Julia Sanders, Isabel Porres and Kaylee McNeill. (Courtesy photo)

Senior Cassidy Garretson, majoring in biology with a concentration in pre-physical therapy and a minor in sports medicine recently helped new mothers by giving them baskets filled with gifts.

Published November 3, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

First-year Hawaiian student finds second home at Newman

First-year student Noah Akiona and family

First-year student and bowler majoring in business, Noah Akiona is a long way from home. Akiona hails from Hawaii in a town called Waimānalo on the east side of the… Continue reading First-year Hawaiian student finds second home at Newman

Published October 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Athletics, News, Student Life

Student’s epilepsy experiences fuel passion for pediatric neurology

Shelby Bussman (front center) hosts a Walk for Epilepsy with her Derby community. (Courtesy photo)

First-year Newman student Shelby Bussman spent her senior year at Derby High School bringing awareness to a disorder that she has a personal experience with: epilepsy.

Published October 5, 2022
Categorized as News, Science & Health, Service

Newman student earns Kansas Independent College Foundation scholarship

Tiffany Huynh
Tiffany Huynh

A group photo of students at the Mid-Autumn Moonfestival event, co-hosted by Asian Student Association and the Multicultural Leadership Organization at Newman University. (Courtesy photo)

Published September 29, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Newman senior works full time with Wichita diocese Office of Hispanic Ministry

Newman University senior Jose Morales

Senior Jose Morales, a double major in theology and philosophy, is balancing life as both a full-time student and full-time employee with the Office of Hispanic Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita. 

Published September 15, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Religion & Philosophy, Student Life, Theology

Mendel Folefac serves as new director of residence life

Mendel Folefac
Mendel Folefac

After a year serving as a graduate assistant for men’s basketball, Mendel Folefac is the new director of residence life at Newman University.

Published September 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman sophomore unites with family on trip to Mexico

Newman sophomore Alondra Valle and family on trip to Mexico (Courtesy photo)

This summer Alondra Valle, a sophomore majoring in social work with a minor in business, traveled to Mexico for the first time.

Published August 15, 2022
Categorized as News, Student Life

Sacred Heart Hall’s 100th-year celebration begins with Mass

Sacred Heart Hall at Newman University turns 100 years old September 11, 2022.

This year on September 11, 2022, Newman University’s beloved building Sacred Heart Hall turns 100 years old.

Published August 11, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Student workers help campus thrive during summer

Alpha Magafu, student worker for Newman University

This summer several student workers stayed close to campus happenings and worked alongside staff in their respective departments.

Published August 8, 2022
Categorized as News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Seminarians experience immersive summer Spanish program

Seminarian Summer Spanish program

Over the course of the summer, seminarians from the House of Formation came to the Newman campus to experience a weekly, immersive Spanish program.

Published August 3, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, News, Religion & Philosophy, Staff & Faculty

Fr. Adam Grelinger returns from Spain’s Camino de Santiago

Fr. Adam Grelinger with his father, Bart Grelinger

Recently Newman Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger returned from Spain with his parents to walk half the iconic Camino de Santiago.

Published July 26, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Religion & Philosophy, Staff & Faculty

Matthew Clark writes 100th article for Newman Today

Matthew Clark, Newman University graduate of 2022

Matthew Clark ’22 wrote his 100th article as a student worker just days before graduation, the culmination of his days at Newman University.

Published July 20, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, News

Newman Athletics gears up for 38th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open

Newman Athletics will host the 38th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open golf tournament Monday, August 1 at the Rolling Hills Country Club.

Published June 30, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, Events, Giving

Newman employee Robert Crossland volunteers as part of K-9 search unit

Robert Crossland and dog Bella Luna

Newman’s very own General Maintenance Technician Robert Crossland is a part of a K-9 search and rescue team along with his furry friend Bella Luna.

Published June 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, News, Service, Staff & Faculty

Faith, obstacles, friendship: Hannah Millershaski’s journey at Newman

Newman employee Julia Sanders and Hannah Millershaski, 2022 elementary education graduate of Newman University

Hannah Millershaski is excited for her new roles as a third grade teacher and women’s basketball coach at Nickerson Elementary & High School. 

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education

Newman University Jets take flight following 2022 graduation

Newman University graduates of the class of 2022

Several Newman University Jets from the class of 2022 have exciting plans lined up, from jobs and travel plans to continuing their education.

Published May 31, 2022
Categorized as Academics

Non-academic stoles allow graduates to reflect on time at Newman

The three non-academic Newman University stoles for graduates celebrate student's dedication to athletics, diversity and inclusion as well as student involvement.

The three non-academic Newman stoles for graduates celebrate dedication to athletics, diversity and inclusion as well as student involvement.

Published May 24, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Business, Communication, News, Science & Health, Student Life

ASC scholar Madisyn Bucl gives back to the community

Madisyn Bucl with blessing bags for Kidzcope

Senior Madisyn Bucl describes herself as a quiet person who keeps to herself, but she also loves to give and serve those in need. 

Published April 26, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Giving, News, Service, Student Life

Serving it up in the classroom and on the tennis court

Antonia Ramos in a tennis match.
Antonia Ramos, courtesy photo

Sophomore Antonia Ramos, a psychology and sociology major and Spanish minor, has been described as an outstanding student by her professors.

Published April 19, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Athletics, News, Student Life

Students of The Vantage student newspaper bring home awards from KCM Conference

Students of The Vantage student newspaper won big at this week’s Kansas Collegiate Media Conference, bringing home 35 individual awards.

Published April 14, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Communication, Events, News, Student Life

Newman Jet Fest welcomes accepted high school students

Newman University Mascot Johnny Jet strikes a pose with a first-year student.

Newman’s “Jet Fest,” aka “Accepted Students Day,” invited students to campus who’ve applied and been accepted to Newman University.

Published April 12, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Student Life

Newman campus celebrates diversity with MCLO Cultural Extravaganza

Performers wear their best dresses at MCLO's fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza.

The Newman Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) celebrated its fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza last Saturday, March 26. 

Published March 31, 2022
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Students travel to St. Louis for Campus Ministry mission trip

Campus Ministry group explores St. Louis during mission trip

Over spring break March 16-20, Newman University students took to the road for a Campus Ministry service trip in Missouri.

Published March 28, 2022
Categorized as Faith, News, Student Life

Students attend Hispanic American Leadership Conference

Newman students took part in the 40th annual United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) conference February 17 and 18.

Published March 11, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Student Life

Contest winners share their essay, TikTok, visual arts entries

Visual Arts Contest entry depicts St. Maria De Mattias serving a dear neighbor.

During Heritage Month in February, students entered an essay, TikTok and visual arts contest for the chance of winning $100 for their works.

Published March 7, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, Education, Events, Faith, Heritage Month, News, Student Life

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