Students, faculty and staff gathered for fellowship and prayer during the “Journey of Faith” Interfaith Prayer Breakfast Thursday, February 10.
Academics
Parker Tippin combines love of math, bowling in cooperative education opportunity
Senior Parker Tippin played off both his love of mathematics and bowling during a cooperative education opportunity last semester.
Alumna uses Newman staff member as resource for high school students
When it came time for alumna Machen Olson to talk research with her high school students, she knew exactly where to turn for a guest speaker.
Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins
Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.
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.
A tough road leads alumna Taylor Spencer on promising career path
After five years of exceptional life challenges, Newman biology alumna Taylor Spencer ‘20 is building a brighter future for herself and her son — starting with medical school on the Caribbean island of Barbados.
Alivia Nguyen and Taryn Torgerson: Special bond between player and coach
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.
Introducing Newman’s new dean of students
Newman University is excited to welcome and introduce the new dean of students, Sara Mata, to the Jets family.
Get to know vice president Alden Stout
Alden Stout began his new role as Newman University’s vice president of academic affairs (VPAA) on January 18.
Dugan Library gets fresh look
Brand new furniture pieces were delivered, built and are now ready for student use on the first floor of the Dugan Library.
Love at Newman: Madeline Alvarez and Cole Schnieders
Senior Madeline (Alvarez) Schnieders and Cole Schnieders were married December 30, 2021, in Saint John’s Chapel.
Senior development officer eager to connect with alumni and community
Conni Mansaw, a Wichita native and Newman University alumna, recently joined the Newman team as senior development officer.
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 senior Tejay Cleland joins KWCH TV
Senior Tejay Cleland, editor-in-chief of The Vantage, has recently been hired full-time by KWCH, Channel 12, to train as an on-air reporter.
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.
Alumna Patricia M. Lujan works on third Newman degree; begins master’s program
Newman University alumna Patricia Lujan is continuing her higher education journey by entering into a third degree program.
Pearce gives back to the university that gave him breadth of experience
Robert (Bob) Pearce never set out to have a career in higher education, but the advice from a professor led him to discover his calling.
Professor connects student Enzo Bonventre with full-time opportunity
Business professor Larry Straub connected ’21 graduate Enzo Bonventre to an internship-turned-full-time opportunity with Paul Gray Homes.
Students travel to lakeside cabins for Campus Ministry spiritual retreat
Twenty-one Newman students took advantage of Campus Ministry’s three-day spiritual retreat, Cor ad Cor.
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.
Newman University announces 2021 fall graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who earned a degree at the close of the 2021 fall semester.
Newman 2021 fall Dean’s List announced
Newman University has released its 2021 fall Dean’s List.
2021 Newman summer graduates announced
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of summer 2021.
A year in review: 2021
The 2021 Newman year in review features a glance back on memories made, challenges overcome and individuals worth celebrating.
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.
Fall nursing graduates celebrated with pinning ceremony
Twenty-one nursing graduates, their family members and close friends gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on Friday, December 10 at Newman University.
Students give back through T&T class service projects
First-year students of the semester-long Traditions and Transitions (T&T) classes donated their time, talent and treasure through three unique service opportunities.
Dugan Library stays open 105 hours during finals week
From 8 am Monday December 6 to 5 pm Friday December 10, the Dugan Library is open for business.
Couple pursues nursing education together at Newman
Students Edgar Lumbreras and Kaylee Haught will both receive their bachelor’s degree in nursing this December.
Newman Scholars Day sets students up for success
On Monday, Dec. 6, several students presented the culmination of their semester-long research studies during Scholars Day at Newman.
First-year student Emily Pachta follows sister’s footsteps
When Emily Pachta started first grade, her sister, Elyse (Pachta) Rottinghaus, began her freshman year at Newman University.
Project HOPE showcases Newman’s research abilities
Newman University is serving as research partner to the City of Wichita for a program called “Project HOPE.”
Tyrell to lead Newman’s School of Nursing and Allied Health
Geraldine Tyrell has joined the Newman University faculty as dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health.
Online bookstore open for spring textbook orders
Start ordering your textbooks for the 2022 spring semester in the Newman University online bookstore today!
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.
Senior Allison Williams prepares for prestigious doctoral program
Following graduation, senior Allison Williams will head to The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles.
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.
NUPay: the new way to pay
As of December 2, there’s a brand new payment system through Flywire for Newman University Student Accounts called NUPay.
Newman recognizes retirement of three longtime professors
On November 14, staff, faculty and alumni celebrated the work of Dr. Larry Heck, Dr. Jane Weilert and Joan Melzer.
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.