The Wichita art community is making a shift — celebrating First Friday rather than Final Friday. Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will follow suit with its shows. The first show of… Continue reading Tim Stone to present at Steckline Gallery’s ‘First Friday’ event
Partnership with Cowley College will help meet the need for more Kansas teachers
New Derby Fire Chief thankful for Newman degree
John Turner ’15 has been blessed with many leadership opportunities since the completion of his master’s degree at Newman University, of which the most significant was becoming Derby, Kansas Fire… Continue reading New Derby Fire Chief thankful for Newman degree
Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
The Newman University School of Education chose Tara Thomas to receive the Sister Thomasine Stoecklein Teaching Academy Scholarship. The scholarship is named for Stoecklein, who was born in 1923 and… Continue reading Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Amanda Becker, a December 2018 graduate with a degree in theology and mathematics, is headed to Baylor in the fall to pursue her dream of teaching theology. Becker never planned… Continue reading Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
For the past three years, Dean of the Newman University School of Business Brett Andrews has been a facilitator for the Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA) Roundtable, giving him an opportunity… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
Offering education in western Kansas
Students located in western Kansas are able to gain a Newman University education without traveling to the main campus in Wichita, Kansas. Dodge City is home to a small Newman… Continue reading Offering education in western Kansas
The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience
Every other year, students are offered an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Europe in the classroom and then travel to experience and expand that knowledge. Professor… Continue reading The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience
Graduation: a family affair
Hamersky was a popular last name at the May 2019 commencement ceremony. It’s been said many times in Newman graduation history but never three times in one day. Shellie Hamersky,… Continue reading Graduation: a family affair
Graduates and their Newman experience
Most university graduates would agree that a lot of changes occur during their four years in school. The college experience helps students grow and learn and become adults ready to… Continue reading Graduates and their Newman experience
Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
The spring 2019 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
Students create experiments from scratch in CMB lab
Students enrolled in the cellular and molecular biology (CMB) lab this semester may have been expecting to work with cells — but instead, they got to work with worms. Assistant… Continue reading Students create experiments from scratch in CMB lab
Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
At the end of each semester as part of Scholars Day, upperclassmen can present original research as a capstone project for their degree either in the form of a slideshow… Continue reading Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
Newman honors distinguished alumni with awards
Newman University alumni are making positive changes in their work environments, neighborhoods and communities every day.
Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Upcoming graduates have been busy studying for finals, decorating their graduation caps and making arrangements to celebrate their special day with family and friends. Commencement weekend is just around the… Continue reading Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
The Newman University admissions team traveled to Trinity Academy in Wichita, Kansas, on April 15 to present senior Alex DeHoet with a Cardinal Newman Scholarship with his friends and teachers… Continue reading Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
The Honors and Academic Awards Banquet was held on Wednesday, April 17. More than 50 students, faculty and staff were recognized for their academic achievements and involvement throughout the year.… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
Cowley College and Newman University make transferring easy
Newman University has a long history of being a transfer-friendly university and recently won an award from Phi Theta Kappa for their efforts. This is in large part due to… Continue reading Cowley College and Newman University make transferring easy
Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University presents “Say Good Night, Gracie” featuring works by artists Mary Werner, Maria Somes and Ellen Clark. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
When students first contact the university and visit campus, they typically work with the admissions office. Upcoming Registration Days are a time when the student life office takes over to… Continue reading Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
From genocide to peace: a teaching perspective
Professor of History Kelly McFall is known for teaching genocide studies.
Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
The Newman University admissions team raised more than $1,500 for the Kapaun Mt. Carmel (KMC) Thespian Troupe by running concessions during their performances of “The Sound of Music.” The troupe… Continue reading Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
Spring break in the Holy Land
Newman University theology graduate students experienced the Holy Land during spring break.
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
Pet-friendly residence hall comes to Newman University
Newman University students will soon be able to bring their furry friend to live with them on campus.
Cadaver lab is important training tool
Cadaver labs are a rare find in Kansas. Newman University boasts one of only two in Wichita and one of the only cadaver labs in Kansas’ private schools. The Bishop… Continue reading Cadaver lab is important training tool
Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Ray Williams is searching for student volunteers to aid in fundraising efforts and connect with alumni and donors. The Phone-a-thon is an event… Continue reading Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Artist Seth Blume will exhibit “In the Bag?” at Steckline Gallery during Wichita’s Final Friday event March 29. The exhibit portrays elements of fun and mystery for viewers. Blume, a… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman alumnus Wesley Williams is completing his final semester of law school in Washington, D.C. Williams will graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas (KU) School… Continue reading Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
“Pathway to Newman” was an event held on Feb. 27 to educate nearby community colleges on the opportunities offered at Newman University for transfer students such as transferring credits and… Continue reading Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
Joanna Pryor named new athletic director
After a national search, Joanna Pryor has been named director of athletics for Newman University, effective July 1, 2019.
Women’s basketball coach strives for the best
Women’s basketball head coach Darin Spence has had many accomplishments on the court and recently reached a big milestone: his 100th win at Newman University. Spence has been at Newman… Continue reading Women’s basketball coach strives for the best
Collaborative effort makes Homecoming week a success
Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Presley Williams of Augusta High School in Augusta, Kansas, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial award… Continue reading Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
Freshmen Jennifer Pham and Kayleigh Franco have always had a passion for music, and after connecting through social media, they recently started a band, RE:BOUND. Their first gig is Feb.… Continue reading Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
Mary Werner, associate professor of art, will retire in May 2019 after 16 years as a part of the Newman community. Werner was hired as a professor at Newman in… Continue reading Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
The history behind High Tea
Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Maggie Munsterman of Summit Christian Academy in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial… Continue reading Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Social work students participate in homeless count
Newman University Master of Social Work (MSW) students volunteered to make a difference in the homeless community of Wichita last month. The Wichita-Sedgwick County Continuum of Care (WSC-CoC) conducted the… Continue reading Social work students participate in homeless count
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’
Artist Jennie Mosher Kimbrough will present “Lov(ed)” at Steckline Gallery for the Feb. 22 Final Friday show 5 to 7 p.m. at Newman University. The event is free and open… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’