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Army Captain and alumnus logs nearly 2,000 miles in Middle East

Captain Matthew Ayers, a two-time Newman graduate of 2016 and 2018, completed nearly 2,000 miles in an Army camp.

Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman

(From left to right) Roy Wenzl, Travis Heying, and Ray Kapaun answer questions from attendees at the showing of the "Once Was Lost" documentary on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

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

Hane gives a speech during Newman University commencement.

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 Daniel Knolla earns early admission to medical school

Daniel Knolla — a senior biochemistry major and member of the Sloppy Joes — was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine (KU).

Alumnus Jordan Barney steps into medical residency

2014 alumnus Jordan Barney majored in biology, finished medical school at the KU School of Medicine and is now entering into medical residency.

ESOL student-teacher returns to her K-8 school

Karen Cordero, an elementary education major with a Spanish minor, is student teaching at Horace Mann K-8 Dual Language Magnet in Wichita.

Newman to begin 7-year plan as Laudato Si’ university

Newman University recently joined the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities cohort in support of a 7-year Laudato Si’ action plan.

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.

Newman partners with Credo, starts Moving the Needle project

Newman University has partnered with Credo and its Moving the Needle (MTN) project, which aims to improve student success and retention.

John Vogt celebrates 35 years with Newman

John Vogt, associate professor and chair of the Division of Science and Mathematics, recently celebrated his 35th year with Newman.

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.

Two Newman alumnae celebrate 50th jubilee as ASC sisters

Sister Susan Welsby ’73 and Sister Sara Dwyer ’73 celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ on Saturday, Sept. 4.

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.

A chance to tell your story: call for contributing authors

You can now share your story through words, photos and/or videos for the chance to be featured on the Newman Today site.

Chemistry club to host National Nanometer Day events Oct. 13

The Newman Chemistry Club will celebrate National Nanometer Day from 11 am to 1 pm on October 13 outside of the Bishop Gerber Science Center.

Soaring to new heights: Inauguration of President Kathleen S. Jagger

Newman University soared into a new era with the official inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger on Thursday, October 7.

Communication alumna Madison McCollum builds magazine from ground up

Equipped with her communication degree, 2019 Newman alumna Madison McCollum is making waves in the workforce.

Four first-year seminarians begin their journey at Newman

Four seminarians from Saint Joseph’s House of Formation enrolled at Newman University this fall: Florence Barles, Richard Olsen, Zach Kelsey and Sam Schmidt.

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.

Soaring into Inauguration Week with special events: Oct. 3-9

On Thursday, October 7, Newman University will celebrate the inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger, Ph.D., MPH.

Father Kapaun: home at last, remembering Newman roots

Father Emil Kapaun — who was ordained as a Catholic priest in Saint John’s Chapel at Newman University and died as a prisoner of war in North Korea 70 years ago — has finally returned home to Kansas.

Newman represents at Wichita Business Expo

Fifteen Newman University individuals from a range of departments participated in the Wichita Business Expo on Thursday, Sept. 23.

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 to host DBA & MBA information session Sept. 29

A Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) information session will be held at 5:30 pm on September 29.

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.”

First-year student Abigail Thornton named Admissions’ ‘FlyGal’

Admissions hired “FlyGal” Abigail Thornton to create videos to help guide first-year and prospective students through their college journeys.

Newman to offer MSW information session Sept. 23

A Master of Social Work (MSW) information session will be held at 5:15 pm on Thursday, September 23 in Eck Hall room 126 on the Newman campus.

Newman University celebrates 88-year anniversary

On September 12, 2021, Newman University celebrates 88 full years as a Catholic educational institution.

Behind-the-scenes: Planning 2021 Party on the Plaza

Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser is a community-wide effort from start to finish. Learn more about what goes into POP!

Party on the Plaza: A video message from Lady Laura

With the 2021 Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance only days away, we hope you enjoy a special video message from Laura Hartley, director of alumni and campus events.

First-year class welcomed with 2021 Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony

First-year students were celebrated and welcomed into the Newman community with the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony Thursday, Aug. 26.