From The Vantage student newspaper – by Marie O’Neal Junior Matthew Clark doesn’t exactly remember how he started making jewelry, but he knows he is drawn towards what is beautiful,… Continue reading Newman student writer turned jeweler
Arts & Humanities
The story behind ‘The Journey Home: Autobiography of an American Swami’
While many may know her as a professor of English, Marguerite Regan, Ph.D., is also an observant storyteller and published author of the 2010 collaboratively composed novel, “The Journey Home:… Continue reading The story behind ‘The Journey Home: Autobiography of an American Swami’
Arts and Literary Festival 2021: ‘Alegría: Ode to Joy’
The annual Newman University Arts and Literary Festival will be held Friday, March 12, 2021. The theme differs each year and in recent years has varied from Harry Potter to… Continue reading Arts and Literary Festival 2021: ‘Alegría: Ode to Joy’
Newman University Theatre presents Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
“Why this is very midsummer madness,” exclaims Oliva in act three, scene four of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” Though this quote comes from one of the Bard’s other plays, there couldn’t… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
Newman alumnus continues theatrical work as new technical director
Former theatre student Lucas Farney recently stepped into the role of technical director and is already spearheading the construction of sets.
Newman music department presents ‘Come Alive’
Newman University will present “Come Alive,” a musical stage production, at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12-14, in De Mattias Performance Hall. The show was slated to run in the spring of… Continue reading Newman music department presents ‘Come Alive’
Steckline Gallery opens with semester-long exhibit
Steckline Gallery will present “React/Reflect/Respond” throughout the fall 2020 semester. The exhibit contains work from more than 20 local artists who used the stay-at-home order and other pandemic-related issues for… Continue reading Steckline Gallery opens with semester-long exhibit
Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Alumni Sara and Larry Crow have always dreamed of opening a bookstore. Little did they know, the opportunity to act on that dream would happen during a pandemic. Sara and… Continue reading Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Art professor gets creative with spring assignments
Salvador Dali once said, “Those who do not want to imitate anything, produce nothing.” And isn’t imitation the best form of flattery? Shannon Johnston, Newman University professor of art and… Continue reading Art professor gets creative with spring assignments
Newman theatre director adapts ‘Dante’s Inferno’ for the stage
Likely its largest production to date, the Newman Theatre Department is taking on the beast of “Dante’s Inferno,” a verse adaptation of Dante Alighieri’s original story by Director of Theatre… Continue reading Newman theatre director adapts ‘Dante’s Inferno’ for the stage
Driven to succeed: 2019 grad lands job with Nebraska Huskers
KCACTF: an immersion in theater
Written by Matthew Clark, sophomore On Jan. 19, I joined six other students and our theater director on a trip to the snow-covered land of South Dakota for an acting… Continue reading KCACTF: an immersion in theater
Ninth annual 24-Hour Theatre project draws near
This is a big semester for the Newman University Theatre Department, as upcoming projects include “Dante’s Inferno,” the Music Department’s spring show and a festival of one-acts directed by some… Continue reading Ninth annual 24-Hour Theatre project draws near
Steckline Gallery presents ‘She Cast Her Gaze’ by Amanda Pfister & April Pameticky
Steckline Gallery will present “She Cast Her Gaze” by Amanda Pfister and April Pameticky during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 p.m. Feb. 7, at Newman University. Pfister is a… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘She Cast Her Gaze’ by Amanda Pfister & April Pameticky
Music department brings ‘A Jazzy, Classy Christmas’ to stage
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours are preparing to celebrate Christmas with an annual concert, which will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 in the De Mattias Performance… Continue reading Music department brings ‘A Jazzy, Classy Christmas’ to stage
Troubadours are inspired after visiting Sisters in Ruma
The Newman University Troubadours have made annual trips to visit Ruma, Illinois, since 2010. While there, they sing to the Sisters of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC)… Continue reading Troubadours are inspired after visiting Sisters in Ruma
Music department presents ‘Elf the Musical’
Christmastime has come early for the Newman University Music Department. In conjunction with the theater department, performers will take the stage in “Elf the Musical” Nov. 21-24. Director of Music… Continue reading Music department presents ‘Elf the Musical’
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sources’ by Carter Bryant
Steckline Gallery will present “Sources,” a curated show by Carter Bryant, during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 p.m. Nov. 1 at Newman University. “Sources” was curated from the concept… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sources’ by Carter Bryant
Teacher shortage means immediate jobs for graduates
Newman University is meeting the need for more teachers in the state by providing a convenient and accelerated education degree program in Western Kansas. The program has benefited hundreds of… Continue reading Teacher shortage means immediate jobs for graduates
History conference coming to Newman
The Kansas Council for History Education (KCHE) is hosting its annual state conference at Newman University Oct. 20-21. Emily Williams, Newman alumna and adjunct history professor who serves as the… Continue reading History conference coming to Newman
Tim Stone to present at Steckline Gallery’s ‘First Friday’ event
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
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
Newman graduate Madison McCollum second to take on the Disney College Internship Program
Alumna Madison McCollum will be attending the Disney College Internship Program.
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
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
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
From genocide to peace: a teaching perspective
Professor of History Kelly McFall is known for teaching genocide studies.
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
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker,… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Literature lovers of Wichita, now is your chance to celebrate authors and storytelling through colorful presentations, readings and short performances at Newman’s Literary Festival. Each year, the Newman English department… Continue reading Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
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?’
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
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
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)’
Art student featured in Final Friday show
Newman University junior Carley Sullivan has taken a special interest in photography and her work was recently featured at a Final Friday art exhibition in Wichita. Sullivan’s photos were available… Continue reading Art student featured in Final Friday show
Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Director of Steckline Gallery, Shannon Johnston, is trying something new this year. She has arranged Newman’s first juried exhibit, “Swipe Right.” Johnston explained, “The title, ‘Swipe Right,’ is a play… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Music and athletics — a match made in heaven
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours recently hosted their annual Christmas Concert and it was an opportunity for a wonderful duo to team up once more. Deanne Zogleman, director of… Continue reading Music and athletics — a match made in heaven
Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Have you ever tried creating a short play from start to finish — complete with actors, costumes, props and a live public performance — in just 24 hours? This will… Continue reading Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Artist Chiyoko Myose will present “Origami Cranes in Blue” at the Steckline Gallery for the November Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Newman University. The… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Students take on Tulsa, OK, for the Nimrod Writing Conference
On Oct. 20, Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., and her husband, Sonny, spent their Saturday traveling with a group of six students to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the “Nimrod… Continue reading Students take on Tulsa, OK, for the Nimrod Writing Conference