Academics
Melissa Smith appointed to Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Melissa Smith, occupational therapy assistant (OTA) instructor and academic fieldwork coordinator, was appointed to the Kansas Occupational Therapist Council of the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA). In her… Continue reading Melissa Smith appointed to Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Navigator class proves popular among students
Newman University introduced Navigator: Your Newman GPS (Guide to Success) into the fall 2020 curriculum. Every undergraduate student will experience parts of Navigator such as having a dedicated support team… Continue reading Navigator class proves popular among students
Meet the 2020-2021 resident assistants
Newman students living in residence halls have access to a built-in support system through their resident assistants (RAs). A designated number of RAs live in each residence hall to help… Continue reading Meet the 2020-2021 resident assistants
First-time students arrive on campus
First-time student move-in day took place Thursday, Aug. 20 at Carrocci Hall on the Newman University campus. Newman athletic teams always pitch in to help the newest Jets move into… Continue reading First-time students arrive on campus
2020 brings new procedures for returning to campus
Student Support Services prepares for fall semester
Melody Head, director of Career Services at Newman University, is working on a plan to provide the best possible support to students during the fall semester as the community continues… Continue reading Student Support Services prepares for fall semester
Diversity and equity included in first-time student course
Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard will speak to incoming students about diversity and inclusion in their Traditions and Transitions (T&T) program. T&T is a freshman seminar… Continue reading Diversity and equity included in first-time student course
Donors help student realize dream of higher education
TaTy’Terria “TaTy” Gary is more than thankful for her Newman University education and the donors who have made her educational journey possible. Attending college had been a dream for Gary… Continue reading Donors help student realize dream of higher education
Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman University has announced a plan for a return to in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. The initiative, “Together We Soar — Return to Campus,” is a flexible plan… Continue reading Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman offers graduate certificate in data analytics
Newman University is now offering a graduate certificate in data analytics. The program offers a unique opportunity for professionals to acquire high-demand knowledge and skills within the span of a… Continue reading Newman offers graduate certificate in data analytics
Nursing student prepares to transform society
Newman students have a special, innate desire to transform society. Jose Rojas-Montero ’20 was inspired to do just that while at Newman University. He graduated in May with a nursing… Continue reading Nursing student prepares to transform society
A degree promises a better life for student and her son
Dedication comes in many forms. For senior Machen Olson, it comes in the form of sleepless nights, long hours, multiple jobs and a desire to earn her degree to create… Continue reading A degree promises a better life for student and her son
Nursing graduates participate in outdoor pinning ceremony
The spring 2020 nursing pinning ceremony at Newman University looked much different due to a national pandemic that resulted in gathering restrictions for cities across the United States. In the… Continue reading Nursing graduates participate in outdoor pinning ceremony
School of Catholic Studies introduces ‘great books’ into coursework
The Newman University School of Catholic Studies has introduced a new series of courses based on the “great books” of Catholic and religious history. Joshua Papsdorf, director of the graduate… Continue reading School of Catholic Studies introduces ‘great books’ into coursework
Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Newman University recently announced Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., as its 12th president. The former president of Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, Kentucky will begin her duties as Newman University… Continue reading Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Honoring Newman’s past presidents: a university’s administrative legacy
An exploration of Newman’s previous presidents, from the founding of Sacred Heart Junior College to the Newman we know today.
Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
The spring 2020 nursing pinning ceremony at Newman University looked much different due to a national pandemic that resulted in gathering restrictions for cities across the United States. In the… Continue reading Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
Kathleen S. Jagger named 12th president of Newman University
Student teachers adapt to school closures during pandemic
When all schools in Kansas shut down in March in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, education majors at Newman University were dealt a double blow. Not only did they have… Continue reading Student teachers adapt to school closures during pandemic
Faculty letter-writing campaign delivers touch of community to prospective students
In a time of isolation, faculty members are looking to letters to deliver that personal touch of community to prospective students.
MBA students win national title in Business Strategy Game
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
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
