Newman University Athletics is proud to announce the 2023 Hall of Fame Class.
Newman freshman follows footsteps of late wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman University lost a part of its community on September 3, 2015, when wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin died in a motorcycle crash at the age of 21.
Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
Above photo: (l to r) Elementary Director of Teaching and Learning Tricia Reiser, Assistant Superintendent John Popp, Superintendent Khris Thexton and Riley Student Support Coach Beth Rein surprise Jenna Dreiling… Continue reading Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
New 360Five: Professionalism DOs & DON’Ts
Would YOU pass the professionalism test? Claire and Jack show off the DOs and DON’Ts of how it’s done. Plan to attend the Highway 54 Career Fair event from 3:30… Continue reading New 360Five: Professionalism DOs & DON’Ts
National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman University students have been given the opportunity to win up to $100. The catch? Help create a logo for the National Geomantic Survey (NGS). Longtime NGS member of 10… Continue reading National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
‘Oddly Satisfying Things’ with 360Five
From chugging a 750mL bottle of sparkling juice to getting pied in the face, members of the 360Five team present a video that may leave you feeling oddly satisfied. While… Continue reading ‘Oddly Satisfying Things’ with 360Five
Spring classes start in T minus four days
Cue the countdown: Newman students start their spring semester classes this Monday, Jan. 14. The start of a new semester may bring new classes and work schedules, but with each… Continue reading Spring classes start in T minus four days
Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
On Oct. 7, Teresa Wilkerson, assistant dean of adult and transfer studies at Newman University, kicked off the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship Business Booster Series. This series was created specifically… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
Spring Fling coming April 16
The Newman University Campus Activities Board (CAB) is hosting their annual Spring Fling. The event takes place from 3 to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 16 on Founder’s Plaza on the Newman University… Continue reading Spring Fling coming April 16
Newman happily haunted with Halloweek events
In the past, the Campus Activities Board has hosted events like the Boo Bash Halloween dance, as a way to cap off the week leading up to Halloween. This year,… Continue reading Newman happily haunted with Halloweek events
360Five double uploads this week!
Wunderbar! It’s Fevertastic! Newman360Five is back this week with two episodes! Yesterday we released a video explaining contest details for 360Five’s subscription contest. If you interact with the 360Five YouTube… Continue reading 360Five double uploads this week!
Newman Residence Life Office moves to Merlini Hall
For the past few years, Residence Life has housed itself with the rest of the Student Life offices in the Dugan Library. However, over the summer, the program’s leaders decided… Continue reading Newman Residence Life Office moves to Merlini Hall
Newman alumna Susan Pool recognized by Wichita Business Journal
Newman alumna Susan Pool was named as one of the 20 honorees in the Wichita Business Journal’s class of 2015 Women in Business on July 21. The Business Journal highlights 20… Continue reading Newman alumna Susan Pool recognized by Wichita Business Journal
Newman graduate makes headlines
Newman graduate and 2014 Kansas Collegiate Media Journalist of the Year Matt Riedl is definitely living up to his title. On July 19, Riedl wrote a story that was given… Continue reading Newman graduate makes headlines
Newman University president featured on radio
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. was at Entercom Thursday, July 30 to talk about the many things Newman has to offer on the ISSUES 2015 Show with Steve… Continue reading Newman University president featured on radio
Newman Counseling Program hosted Dr. Ronald Federici
The Counseling Program at Newman University hosted clinician, researcher and author Dr. Ronald Federici for a two-day training conference June 28-29 for the treatment of children diagnosed with Reactive Attachment… Continue reading Newman Counseling Program hosted Dr. Ronald Federici
Theology professor speaks on St. Augustine at ‘Theology on Tap’
Newman University Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf, Ph.D. recently spoke at a monthly event organized and sponsored by the Wichita Diocese called “Theology on Tap.” Papsdorf said he spoke… Continue reading Theology professor speaks on St. Augustine at ‘Theology on Tap’
Newman student curates museum exhibit
Many college students experience some sort of internship. However, not all students get the opportunity to curate their own museum exhibit. Senior Emily Simon became the first Newman student to receive… Continue reading Newman student curates museum exhibit
Newman campus closes for Independence Day
Newman University will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe holiday and celebrate with help from the Newman University Chorale. Happy 4th!
Young students learn about basketball, life at Mark Potter Day Camp
On Monday June 15, 2015, Newman Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Potter held the first day of his annual Mark Potter Day Camp. Children from Wichita and surrounding areas came to… Continue reading Young students learn about basketball, life at Mark Potter Day Camp
Blog gives ‘A Closer Look’ into Newman student life
Newman University is excited to announce its new blog on Tumblr. “A Closer Look” is a media-driven student life blog designed to give students an idea of what it’s like… Continue reading Blog gives ‘A Closer Look’ into Newman student life
Bowman chosen to participate in leadership academy
Newman University Associate Director of Admissions, Quinn Bowman, has been selected to participate in the 2015-16 Midwestern cohort of the College Board’s Enrollment Leadership Academy (ELA). Bowman was nominated for… Continue reading Bowman chosen to participate in leadership academy
Newman University Theatre Department sees first graduate
On May 16, Newman University awarded degrees to more than 400 candidates for bachelors, associates and masters degrees – including its first four-year bachelor of arts in theatre graduate, Rusty… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department sees first graduate
Newman University students to present at third annual Scholar’s Day
On May 8 Newman juniors and seniors will perform presentations at the annual Scholar’s Day event on the university campus. The event will feature original research, projects and papers by each student.… Continue reading Newman University students to present at third annual Scholar’s Day
Newman students craft bracelets, raise money for earthquake victims in Nepal
When disaster strikes a faraway place, many immediately look for some way to help. Some may donate to a service organization committed to helping, while others may try to raise… Continue reading Newman students craft bracelets, raise money for earthquake victims in Nepal
Honors Program graduating students honored
On Tuesday, April 28, five students were honored at a small reception held by Associate Professor of History and Director of the Honors Program Kelly McFall, Ph.D. The five students will be… Continue reading Honors Program graduating students honored
Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager will again guide a group of Newman University students through Guatemala this summer to study the local culture and serve disenfranchised members of the communities. This… Continue reading Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
The artwork of graduating seniors Austin Solis, Gloria Esparza and Lisa Pleskan has been on display in the DeMattias Hallway since their senior show, “Idiosyncrasy,” debuted April 24. The students express their varying views and perspectives… Continue reading Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
Newman Psychology students excel at conference
This year Newman University had five students take their psychology research projects to the Southwestern Psychological Association (SWPA) conference. This was the first time Newman had research presented at this… Continue reading Newman Psychology students excel at conference
Newman students to travel, study through Europe
Every other year, Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, PhD. makes use of railcars, subway systems, and other forms of public transportation to guide a group of Newman students through… Continue reading Newman students to travel, study through Europe
Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Two-Headed Beast” by Dustin Parker and Greg Turner as the eighth and final show of its 2014-2015 season. The exhibit will begin with… Continue reading Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
Newman University will present student C.L. Smet’s nationally recognized, award-winning play “Fair Departure” for four evening performances. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. on April 16, 17, and… Continue reading Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
For the second year in a row, 100 percent of Newman Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students passed the Certification Examination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, administered by the National Board… Continue reading 100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
April 13 marks Tuition Stop Day at Newman
Monday, April 13 marks the official Tuition Stop Day at Newman University – the day when tuition paid by students stops covering the cost of their education, and the remainder… Continue reading April 13 marks Tuition Stop Day at Newman
Newman professor to attend NEH Summer Institute
Assistant Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., has received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to attend a three-week NEH Summer Institute entitled “What is Gained in Translation: Learning How to… Continue reading Newman professor to attend NEH Summer Institute
Newman University presents 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9-11
Newman University will present the 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9, 10, and 11 at various locations on the University campus. The theme for this year’s event is “Science and… Continue reading Newman University presents 16th Annual Literary Festival April 9-11
2015 Career Fair: A huge success
On Tuesday, March 31, Newman University in partnership with Friends University held the “Career Fair on Highway 54.” The fair was a big success, with 66 companies and organizations set… Continue reading 2015 Career Fair: A huge success
Classes cancelled for Good Friday April 3
On Friday, April 3 the Newman University campus will be closed in recognition of Good Friday. Offices will reopen on Monday, April 6 but no classes will be held until 6… Continue reading Classes cancelled for Good Friday April 3
Newman University and Friends University to host 2015 Career Fair March 31
Newman University and Friends University will be hosting the Spring 2015 Career Fair on Highway 54. The event will take place from 3:30 to 6 p.m. on March 31, in the… Continue reading Newman University and Friends University to host 2015 Career Fair March 31
Newman graduate named ‘Teacher of the Year’
Marlene Clayton, lead teacher at St. Joseph Catholic School in Ellinwood, Kan., and Newman University graduate, has been named “Teacher of the Year” for the Diocese of Dodge City. Clayton… Continue reading Newman graduate named ‘Teacher of the Year’