Two Newman University Master of Business Administration (MBA) students won their industry category for a national title in the Business Strategy Game (BSG). Marshall Philips and Bryan Woods of the… Continue reading MBA students win national title in Business Strategy Game
Academics
The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
One-on-one instruction, small class sizes, multiple ways to get involved, personalized academic attention, local internship opportunities, tight-knit community and skill-building at its best. These and more are all common descriptors… Continue reading The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
Scott Mudloff honored with 2020 Staff Excellence award
Scott Mudloff is honored to be named Staff of the Year, expressing a great passion for his position as well as explaining how he will continue to serve the university.
First class of St. Joseph House of Formation seminarians graduate from Newman
Newman University celebrates 2020 spring graduates
Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Newman University has announced that it plans to resume in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. During the past month, several university groups have worked diligently on plans for the… Continue reading Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Harvey J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Jose Rojas-Montero
The 2020 Ablah Award winners were announced during the virtual commencement ceremony held on May 8, 2020. Jose Rojas-Montero was awarded the Harvey J. Ablah Award and Courtney Klaus the… Continue reading Harvey J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Jose Rojas-Montero
Leona J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Courtney Klaus
The 2020 Ablah Award winners were announced during the virtual commencement ceremony held on May 8, 2020. Courtney Klaus was awarded the Leona J Ablah Award and Jose Rojas the… Continue reading Leona J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Courtney Klaus
Newman University holds first-ever virtual commencement
Like many universities around the country, Newman University had to make a difficult decision regarding its annual spring 2020 commencement ceremony. Due to the gathering restrictions as a result of… Continue reading Newman University holds first-ever virtual commencement
Recent Newman graduates reflect on virtual commencement, higher education and future
The time for graduation has come yet again, and though the 2020 commencement ceremony was somewhat unorthodox, seniors were happy to have their accomplishments acknowledged. Several seniors — or rather, alumni… Continue reading Recent Newman graduates reflect on virtual commencement, higher education and future
Alumni thankful for Newman experience; earns doctorate from Notre Dame
Francisco “Pancho” Fields cherishes the memories and skills he gained at Newman University, all of which aided in his journey toward obtaining his doctorate in Biological Sciences at Notre Dame.… Continue reading Alumni thankful for Newman experience; earns doctorate from Notre Dame
OTA professor makes spring semester one to remember
Melissa Smith, Newman University occupational therapy assistant instructor, made the spring 2020 semester one to remember for her students. During a surreal time with a sudden shift to online learning… Continue reading OTA professor makes spring semester one to remember
Kelly McFall, Ph.D., returns from productive spring sabbatical
A sabbatical is an excellent opportunity for a professor to focus on a specific project, learn more about their field of study or even to further refine their curriculum. During… Continue reading Kelly McFall, Ph.D., returns from productive spring sabbatical
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
Students recognized for academic and student life achievements
Professor Larry Heck ends career on high note with Pi Gamma Mu
Larry Heck, professor of sociology and assistant undergraduate dean, has been a part of the Newman family since 1973. During his 46 years at Newman University, he has served as… Continue reading Professor Larry Heck ends career on high note with Pi Gamma Mu
Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
Newman University is known for its popular science and allied health programs. In fact, nearly half of Newman’s programs are focused on mental and physical health. One of those programs is diagnostic… Continue reading Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
Registration day goes virtual
In this new, temporary virtual world everyone is adjusting to, Newman University had to get creative with its traditional registration day event. Each year, in mid-April, staff and faculty host… Continue reading Registration day goes virtual
Navigator: the heightened Newman experience
Adventure awaits for alumnus and medical school graduate
Medical school dreams are what led Gabe Stewart to Newman University. When he graduated, he had many fond memories of his alma mater along with an acceptance into the University… Continue reading Adventure awaits for alumnus and medical school graduate
A special message of hope from Newman board chair J.T. Klaus
Nine online learning tips for college students
Because of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, universities around the country have moved their spring semester in-person classes to an online format. For many, this transition can be a struggle when… Continue reading Nine online learning tips for college students
Humanities grant to help Newman program
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded Newman University a grant in the approximate amount of $34,000. NEH grants focus on a variety of projects such as preserving… Continue reading Humanities grant to help Newman program
Newman alumnus aiding in COVID-19 research
A passion for helping the less fortunate
Sierra Fair has always felt a need to help others and she decided to obtain her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree to help her do just that. Fair graduated… Continue reading A passion for helping the less fortunate
Join Campus Ministry on the virtual red couch
As a response to the loneliness of social isolation, Newman University Campus Ministry is increasing its online presence in order to uphold the university’s strong community atmosphere in this time… Continue reading Join Campus Ministry on the virtual red couch
Respiratory care program prepares graduates for high demand jobs
Chemistry major recognized for research at BG Products Inc.
Senior chemistry major Madeleine Dellinger is making a name for herself in automotive research at BG Products Inc. It all started when Associate Professor of Chemistry Ryan Huschka urged Dellinger… Continue reading Chemistry major recognized for research at BG Products Inc.
The presidential search continues amid COVID-19 restrictions
The week of March 23 concluded the one-month recruitment stage for presidential candidates at Newman University. Prior to this stage, the presidential search committee had conducted meetings with staff, faculty,… Continue reading The presidential search continues amid COVID-19 restrictions
Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
Through hard work and determination, senior Thor Balavage has been able to pin down the responsibilities of being a nursing student, a student-athlete as a wrestler and a resident assistant.… Continue reading Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
John Brungardt, Ph.D., speaks at philosophy colloquium
Newman University Medieval Philosophy Professor John Brungardt, Ph.D., recently spoke at a colloquium held at the IPC-Paris, a small college in downtown Paris. The institution he spoke at was founded… Continue reading John Brungardt, Ph.D., speaks at philosophy colloquium
Wichita Diocese eighth-graders visit campus
For the second year in a row, more than 500 students from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita visited Newman University. Students were on campus both Feb. 19 and March 11.… Continue reading Wichita Diocese eighth-graders visit campus
Newman University moves to online teaching for spring semester
Newman University announced Tuesday, March 17, that it will not return to in-person instruction for the remainder of the spring semester. As of March 30, all face-to-face classes will resume… Continue reading Newman University moves to online teaching for spring semester
From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Kristen Machacek knew she wanted to pursue a doctor of pharmacy degree before she ever started college. Her curiosity and interest in the health care field was triggered when she… Continue reading From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Newman spring STEM program celebrates students
Each spring, Newman University hosts its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Exploration Program, sponsored by BNSF Railway. This program is designed to help high school students, freshmen through seniors,… Continue reading Newman spring STEM program celebrates students
Newman spring break extended for face-to-face classes
Newman University will extend its spring break recess for students taking face-to-face classes by one week.
St. John Henry Newman scholarships awarded to five students
Honors lounge gets new mural
Newman University Honors students are painting the Honors Lounge with a new mural inspired by the program’s values and traditions. The mural, an idea from the Newman Honors Council, was… Continue reading Honors lounge gets new mural
Newman University LitFest explores ‘Dante’s Inferno’
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