The 2022 Leona J Ablah Award was presented to the winning female recipient, Kelly Mai, during the Newman Commencement ceremony May 6.
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Catholic educator Mary Carter earns St. Maria De Mattias Award
In recognition of her education career and commitment to faith, Newman alumna Mary Carter received the 2022 St. Maria De Mattias Award.
Behind the curtain: making commencement 2022
Many hands make light work, and in the case of Newman University Commencement, a successful event is the result of several dedicated staff, faculty and student volunteers.
Newman senior wins Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant
When senior Michelle Tong competes in the Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant this June, it will be the culmination of an incredible experience.
Students share college reflections at Baccalaureate Mass
Students Kayla Garvert and Marcus Anthony Gonzales were selected to share their reflections following the Baccalaureate Mass Thursday, May 5.
Graduates honored with first on-campus Baccalaureate Mass in 7 years
For the first time in seven years, the annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 5.
A mic-dropping commencement address
Larry Straub took a comica risk with his commencement speech May 6 at the Hartman Arena.
Spring nursing graduates receive ceremonial pins
Twenty-two nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the spring nursing pinning ceremony Thursday, May 5.
Ready to transform society: celebrating Newman graduates of 2022
A grand total of 401 graduates of Newman University earned their degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 6.
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.
Overcoming tragic obstacles inspires hope for nursing student Teresa Bush
Despite heartbreaking family tragedies, Newman University nursing student Teresa Bush believes that God has placed her in the nursing field for a specific purpose.
Sophia Cline discovers passion through unique major, internship
Interdisciplinary studies student Sophia Cline recently interned for Birch Performance, a personal training business led by Roy Birch.
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 Scholars Day videos feature senior research projects
During Newman Scholars Day, seniors presented their final presentations and research papers to fellow students, faculty and staff members.
A preview of graduation week events at Newman University
For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.
‘Graduation Through the Decades’ now on display in Heritage Room
The Heritage Room in Sacred Heart Hall is currently showcasing a fitting end-of-year display: “Graduation Through the Decades.”
Sixty-three Newman grads headed to Kansas classrooms
Despite the nationwide spike in teachers since the pandemic, 63 Newman education graduates are ready to enter the field of teaching.
ASC scholar Madisyn Bucl gives back to the community
Senior Madisyn Bucl describes herself as a quiet person who keeps to herself, but she also loves to give and serve those in need.
Incoming bowlers receive awards from U.S. Bowling Congress
Two incoming, committed Newman bowlers for fall 2022 recently received national awards given by the United States Bowling Congress (USBC).
Serving it up in the classroom and on the tennis court
Sophomore Antonia Ramos, a psychology and sociology major and Spanish minor, has been described as an outstanding student by her professors.
Students of The Vantage student newspaper bring home awards from KCM Conference
Students of The Vantage student newspaper won big at this week’s Kansas Collegiate Media Conference, bringing home 35 individual awards.
OTA student Emily Smith juggles numerous plates
Student Emily Smith shares a student perspective of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and life on the Newman Cheer and Dance Team.
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.
Newman Laudato Si’ committee sponsors Earth Week events
As part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment, Newman University is hosting its first event-filled Earth Week.
Newman Jet Fest welcomes accepted high school students
Newman’s “Jet Fest,” aka “Accepted Students Day,” invited students to campus who’ve applied and been accepted to Newman University.
Newman University announces scholarship winners for accepted first-year students
One hundred and fourteen high school senior students were selected as 2022 scholarship winners of Newman University.
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 hosts 2022 Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Eighty-four young spellers gathered for the 2022 Sunflower State Spelling Bee Saturday, March 26 on the Newman University campus.
Newman online bookstore opens April 8
Starting April 8, students can order course materials for the 2022 summer and fall semesters through the Newman University online bookstore.
Veterinary experience comes full circle
2019 Newman alumna Dr. Kara (Simon) Parsons shares her Newman experience and a look at life in the veterinary field.
Newman University means smarter business
On March 30, the Newman University School of Business hosted a meet and greet and data analytics panelist discussion with Wichita leaders.
Newman campus celebrates diversity with MCLO Cultural Extravaganza
The Newman Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) celebrated its fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza last Saturday, March 26.
Three Newman women recognized with SHERO awards
It’s awards season at Newman University, and the Student Life office presented its 2022 SHERO Awards during Jet Friday over donuts March 25.
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.
Alumna Jae Hedrick follows God’s calling
When Jae Hedrick graduated with her master’s degree in social work, she started in child welfare — the line of work she said she wouldn’t do.
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.
Alumnus Cliff Kissling enters little-known field of medicine
Newman alumnus Cliff Kissling is completing his residency in a little-known field of medicine — physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R).
Alumnus Donald Bittner, M.D., provides training to health care workers in Ukraine
As the horrific war rages in Ukraine, Newman alumnus Captain Donald Bittner, MD ‘77 is serving as an on-call adviser to more than 70 Ukrainian doctors.
Master of Social Work graduate Barb Lara uses degree to help others
Earning her master’s in social work from the Newman Colorado Springs campus helped Barb Lara ’07 discover her calling.