When senior Michelle Tong competes in the Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant this June, it will be the culmination of an incredible experience.
Arts & Humanities
2022 Leon A. McNeill recipient advocates for children, mentally ill
2007 Newman University alumna Catherine Mardon’s life is as interesting as it is filled with accomplishments.
Fare thee well, Newman: A tribute to my professors
Senior Madeline Schnieders, managing editor for The Vantage student newspaper, reflects on her years as a student at Newman University.
Newman Music Department brings song and dance to the stage in ‘It’s Time to Play …’
The Newman University Music Department presents “It’s Time to Play” 7:30 pm April 21-23 in the DeMattias Performance Hall.
Outstanding students honored with 2022 Academic Awards
The 2022 Academic Awards recognized several outstanding students of Newman University April 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Kristin Martin finds ‘a world of treasures’ in her Honors experience
Program Director at the Museum of World Treasures Kristin Martin shares her journey of storytelling to inspire, educate and influence.
Newman campus celebrates diversity with MCLO Cultural Extravaganza
The Newman Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) celebrated its fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza last Saturday, March 26.
2022 KAH conference makes history at Newman
The 2022 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) conference was held at Newman University on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26.
Jazzy Jets come together to make Newman’s campus loud
For the past several months, Newman’s newly formed jazz band — the Jazzy Jets — has been getting together and making some noise.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Simplicity Squared’ by Bob Benson
Art lovers are invited to view the exhibition “Simplicity Squared” by Bob Benson during First Friday 5-8 pm, April 1, at Newman University.
Highlight reel from 2022 Heritage Month
Explore the highlight reel of the exciting contests, speakers and events from all of February’s Heritage Month festivities.
Contest winners share their essay, TikTok, visual arts entries
During Heritage Month in February, students entered an essay, TikTok and visual arts contest for the chance of winning $100 for their works.
A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day
For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.
Newman to host Arts & Literature March 3-4
Themed “Queens & Things: Art & Gender,” the Arts & Literature Festival is scheduled for Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 with a variety of events that appeal to any age.
A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022
The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.
Newman Theater Department presents ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’ March 3-6
The Newman Theater Department will bring “Mary, Queen of Scots” to life on stage March 3-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Artist Ann Resnick presents ‘So Long, Fare Well’ for First Friday March 4
Steckline Gallery will present “So Long, Fare Well” by artist Ann Resnick during a First Friday exhibition from 5 to 8 pm, March 4, at Newman University.
Interfaith Prayer Breakfast offers celebration through song, prayer, breakfast
All are welcome to attend this year’s Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at 7:30 am Thursday, February 10 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Steckline Gallery presents Matthew Hilyard’s ‘Ugly Pretty’ for First Friday
ArtisMatthew Hilyard will present his exhibition, “Ugly Pretty,” 5 to 8 pm Feb 4 for First Friday in the Steckline Gallery.
Newman Music and Theater Departments to present ‘Big Fish – Small Cast Edition’
The Newman Music and Theater Departments will present “Big Fish – Small Cast Edition” February 4-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Junior Mai Dao selected as initiative’s first student spotlight
Junior Mai-Nhanh Dao was nominated for the Student Spotlight as part of the 2022 “Tell Me Something Good” initiative.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour Theater Project challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Christmas video: The Story of Henry the Elf
The 2021 Newman Christmas video features President Kathleen Jagger who tells the story of a young college elf named Henry.
Staff member serves as life coach to Miss Wichita scholarship winners
Vanessa Rials will serve as the personal success and life coach to the three female winners of the Miss Wichita scholarship competition.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘The Mourning of New Maps’ for First Friday Dec. 3
Artist Micala Gingrich-Gaylord’s exhibit, “The Mourning of New Maps,” will be featured for First Friday from 5 to 8 pm December 3.
Newman Music Department to present Christmas Concert Dec. 5
The Chorale and Troubadours will raise their voices with joyful noise for a Christmas Concert 3 pm December 5 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman
More than 140 people watched the live showing of “Once Was Lost,” a Father Kapaun documentary created by Travis Heying and Roy Wenzl.
Professor Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years at Newman
Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years as a professor of communication at Newman University, making an impact on countless students along the way.
Newman Chorale welcomes home veterans of Kansas Honor Flight
The Newman University Chorale recently sang two welcoming performances of “God Bless America” to veterans as they returned to Wichita from the Kansas Honor Flight.
Student Jayson Palacios’ path back to Newman
Student Jayson Palacios attended Newman for a brief period in 2011, but life circumstances brought him back in 2021 to finish what he started.
Steckline Gallery to host ‘Natural Anomalies’ for First Friday
Steckline Gallery present “Natural Anomalies,” a group exhibition by Black Rainbow for First Friday on November 5.
Two Newman theater faculty work on PBS documentary
Theater Adjunct Professor Christy Cunningham Railsback is creating costumes for an upcoming PBS documentary, “Contested Plains,” alongside producer and Newman Director of Theater Mark Mannette.
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands dream role with IGN Entertainment
Rebekah Valentine, a 2013 Newman graduate, is a news reporter at IGN Entertainment — a leading online media company for video games.
Fall Festival of Song on Sunday, Oct. 24, promises to delight
The Newman Chorale and Troubadours will host their annual fall concert on Sunday, October 24 at 3 pm in Saint John’s Chapel.
Trio of Newman individuals receive Mary Jane Teall Awards
Three Newman individuals recently won Mary Jane Teall Awards: Christy Cunningham Railsback, Deanne Zogleman and Lyle Valentine.
Lessons from art with professor Shannon Johnston
Whether she’s presenting at a high school, teaching her students or simply speaking with a colleague, Assistant Art Professor and Director of Steckline Gallery Shannon Johnston makes it clear that art itself is a phenomenal mentor.
Talia Powers: the power of music
In her time at Newman, junior Talia Powers has made impressive strides toward her future medical career and musical opportunities.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Machine-Nature Interface #131 (Shadows)’ for First Friday
The Steckline Gallery will present “Machine-Nature Interface #131 (Shadows)” by Mike Miller during a First Friday exhibition from 5-8 pm, October 1, at Newman University.
Newman theater department presents ‘Murder at Café Noir’
The Newman Theater Department presents “Murder at Café Noir” by David Landau at 7 pm September 30 through October 2 in Jabara Flexible Theatre.
Newman students and staff create short film ‘Leaves of a Ficus’
Newman staff member Daniel Murphy, along with students Allison Williams and Matthew Clark and alumnus Lucas Farney, are creating the short film, “Leaves of a Ficus.”