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Newman University reveals its fall 2022 graduates

Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2022 fall semester.

Published January 5, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Student Life

Newman University announces fall 2022 Dean’s List

Newman University has released its 2022 fall Dean’s List.

Published December 21, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments Tagged academics, Dean’s List, Newman University, students, university, Wichita

Newman University annual economic impact estimated to be $68 million

Newman University has $68 Million Economic Impact in Kansas

Newman University, in conjunction with the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA), released the results of a study that estimates the impact of Newman University on the Kansas economy. 

Published October 26, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, News Releases

Incoming academic recruiting class is one of Newman University’s largest ever

Newman student orientation

Newman University is experiencing an impressive increase in new student enrollment for its fall 2022 term.

Published September 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Student Life

Celebrating St. John Henry Newman

Fr. Adam Grelinger celebrates Mass for St. John Henry Newman

The week of February 21st holds additional meaning for Heritage Month 2022. It is Homecoming Week and a time to celebrate St. John Henry Newman, Newman University’s namesake. It is… Continue reading Celebrating St. John Henry Newman

Published February 24, 2022
Categorized as Events, Faith, Heritage Month

Alivia Nguyen and Taryn Torgerson: Special bond between player and coach

Newman golf coach Taryn Torgerson talks with freshman Alivia Nguyen

After being named the Newman women’s golf coach in 2019, the first athlete to come to mind for Taryn Torgerson was star recruit Alivia Nguyen.

Published February 3, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, Business

Get to know vice president Alden Stout

VPAA Alden Stout

Alden Stout began his new role as Newman University’s vice president of academic affairs (VPAA) on January 18.

Published January 27, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News

Tyrell to lead Newman’s School of Nursing and Allied Health

Geraldine Tyrell named Dean of School of Nursing and Allied Health

Geraldine Tyrell has joined the Newman University faculty as dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health.

Published December 2, 2021
Categorized as Academics, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

Newman to install Kathleen S. Jagger as its president

President Kathleen Jagger will be officially installed as Newman University’s 12th president during an inauguration ceremony at 2 pm on Thursday, October 7, in Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center.

Published September 30, 2021
Categorized as Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Christine Schneikart-Luebbe named vice president

Christine Schneikart-Luebbe VP for Enrollment Management & Student Success

After a nationwide search, Newman University found its Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success (VPEMSS) in its own backyard.

Published September 23, 2021
Categorized as Accomplishments, News Releases, Staff & Faculty

Respiratory care program recognized by national organization

For the second straight year Newman University’s respiratory care program has received an award from a national healthcare association.  The Associate of Science in Health Science – Respiratory Care degree… Continue reading Respiratory care program recognized by national organization

Published August 26, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Science & Health

Newman MBA program recognized in national ranking

The Newman University Master of Business Administration program has been ranked 16th nationally by Best Value Schools.

Published July 22, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Business

Jill Fort named interim vice president for academic affairs

In her 16 years at Newman University, Jill Fort, Ph.D., has held many roles at the institution, from faculty member to dean. This summer she added a new leadership position… Continue reading Jill Fort named interim vice president for academic affairs

Published June 22, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Business, News, Staff & Faculty

Newman University announces its new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program

Newman University officials have announced its transition to a new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program. Applications are being accepted for its DNAP program offered through its School of… Continue reading Newman University announces its new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program

Published June 16, 2021
Categorized as Academics, News, Science & Health

Newman University announces financial aid to help families

Newman University has launched two new financial aid grant programs designed to help make a Catholic college education more affordable for families.

Published May 25, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Faith, News

Newman University to offer its first doctoral degree program

Doctor of Business Administration

Newman University officials announced the launch of its first doctoral programs in the institution’s 87 year history. The university will begin offering a new Doctor of Business Administration program as… Continue reading Newman University to offer its first doctoral degree program

Published May 14, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Business, News

Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach

Newman University has named Drew Johnson as its new women’s basketball coach effective May 4. Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College. Newman Athletic Director Joanna Pryor believes the future is… Continue reading Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach

Published April 29, 2021
Categorized as Athletics

Accelerated Pathway to Teaching Program meets students where they are

Since it was established, Newman University’s Accelerated Pathway to Teaching Program, which enables students to achieve an elementary education degree in 16 months from anywhere in Kansas, has educated more… Continue reading Accelerated Pathway to Teaching Program meets students where they are

Published April 29, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Education

Spring Newman University Magazine debuts

The newest issue of university’s online magazine is now available.  The 2021 Spring Newman University Magazine, which debuted April 21, features stories about Newman faculty, staff, students and alumni. The… Continue reading Spring Newman University Magazine debuts

Published April 22, 2021
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Staff & Faculty

The Vantage wins All-Kansas Award

Kansas Collegiate Media announced its annual award winners April 9 bestowing 14 awards upon the Newman University student newspaper, The Vantage. The paper received the overall publication award — deemed… Continue reading The Vantage wins All-Kansas Award

Published April 15, 2021
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Communication, News

TONIGHT: 2021 Virtual Newman Alumni Awards

Alumni Awards

Newman University will celebrate its annual Alumni Award recipients tonight on the university’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Published April 15, 2021
Categorized as Uncategorized

Newman students earn KICF scholarships

Six Newman University students have been awarded scholarships through the Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF) annual merit-based scholarship competition. The KICF received 55 nominations for its scholarship opportunities. A volunteer… Continue reading Newman students earn KICF scholarships

Published April 15, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments

2021 Spring Commencement will feature in-person ceremonies

The Newman University 2021 Spring Commencement will be especially exciting for two reasons: It’s being held in person, following a 2020 online event, and it is the first commencement hosted… Continue reading 2021 Spring Commencement will feature in-person ceremonies

Published April 8, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News

Newman University hosts vaccination clinic, nursing students play role in historic battle

Newman partnered with the Sedgwick County Health Department and the Guadalupe Clinic to provide students the Pfizer vaccine.

Published April 8, 2021
Categorized as Events, News, Science & Health

Barnwell leads team to national title game

Newman University alumnus Luke Barnwell ’13 has experienced a “once in a lifetime” spring — or maybe it is just the start of a new normal. After being named the… Continue reading Barnwell leads team to national title game

Published April 8, 2021
Categorized as Alumni, Athletics

Tribute: Newman community remembers Sister Charlotte

History and Newman University — two of the many passions of Sister Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC. Just a few short weeks after the university celebrated its history and traditions with its… Continue reading Tribute: Newman community remembers Sister Charlotte

Published March 24, 2021
Categorized as News

Sr. Charlotte Rohrbach passing leaves ‘gaping hole in the heart of Newman’

Sister Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, 1940-2021.

During the midst of Women’s History Month, in which America celebrates the contributions of extraordinary women, Newman University has lost one of its indomitable heroes, Sister Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC.

Published March 24, 2021
Categorized as News, Staff & Faculty

Newman Theatre: Midsummer Night’s Dream available online

If you did not get an opportunity to attend one of Newman University’s four performances of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream March 11-14, you now have the chance to watch it… Continue reading Newman Theatre: Midsummer Night’s Dream available online

Published March 18, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Arts & Humanities, News

Newman community invited to priority brainstorming sessions

It is going to be a busy spring on the feedback front. Newman University cabinet members are hosting a series of brainstorming/listening sessions throughout the remainder of the 2021 Spring… Continue reading Newman community invited to priority brainstorming sessions

Published March 18, 2021
Categorized as News, Uncategorized

Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day

Veteran Clinic

The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has announced that it will partner with Newman University to vaccinate 1,500 veterans on Saturday, March 20. The event will be held from… Continue reading Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day

Published March 11, 2021
Categorized as Events, News

Unfinished business: Kameron Frame returns to NCAA national championships

NU wrestler Kameron Frame returns to NCAA DII National tournament

Frame will open the completion at America’s Convention Center in St. Louis, Mo. Friday.

Published March 11, 2021
Categorized as Accomplishments, Athletics, News

It’s ‘award season’ at Newman University; nominations open

Published March 11, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Staff & Faculty

SGA provides free mental health services to students for rest of semester

Virtual Heath Serices for Newman Students
Published March 1, 2021
Categorized as News, Student Life

President Jagger outlines vision for Newman future; addresses staff and faculty

Kathleen S. Jagger
Published August 21, 2020
Categorized as News Releases

St. John Henry Newman Medal bestowed upon Linda Davison ’77

Linda Davison

Linda Davison ’77 was honored with the St. John Henry Newman Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the Newman University Board of Trustees, during the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Medal bestowed upon Linda Davison ’77

Published March 5, 2020
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni

Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy

rome, italy

Due to health safety concerns for students, Newman University has announced an academic trip to Italy, originally scheduled to depart March 12, is postponed until later this year. The decision… Continue reading Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy

Published March 4, 2020
Categorized as News

Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach

andrea gustafson

Newman University officials have named Andrea Gustafson head softball head coach effective Aug. 13, 2019. Gustafson brings 15 years of college head coaching experience and nearly 600 career victories to… Continue reading Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach

Published August 15, 2019
Categorized as Athletics

Newman University names Drew Maus head baseball coach

drew maus

Above photo courtesy Hunter Lively, Henderson State University Newman University Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor has named Drew Maus new head baseball coach effective Aug. 5, 2019.  He replaces Zane Ehling, who moved to an administrative role… Continue reading Newman University names Drew Maus head baseball coach

Published August 12, 2019
Categorized as Athletics, Uncategorized

Newman University announces the retirement of President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D.

President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., is set to retire at the end of 2019.

Published May 14, 2019
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Newman University welcomes new dean of students

Schneikart-Luebbe

Newman University officials have named Christine Schneikart-Luebbe its new dean of students effective Aug. 1, 2018.

Published June 8, 2018
Categorized as News

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