The second-grade class from Belle Plaine Elementary in Kansas came to Newman University for hands-on science activities April 15. When Brandi Boese, a Newman alumna and one of the school’s… Continue reading Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
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Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University presents “Say Good Night, Gracie” featuring works by artists Mary Werner, Maria Somes and Ellen Clark. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
When students first contact the university and visit campus, they typically work with the admissions office. Upcoming Registration Days are a time when the student life office takes over to… Continue reading Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
From genocide to peace: a teaching perspective
Professor of History Kelly McFall is known for teaching genocide studies.
3D printer arrives at Newman University
The Newman University STEM club made it their goal during the 2018-19 academic year to raise enough money so they could purchase a 3D printer for the university. With two… Continue reading 3D printer arrives at Newman University
Spring break in the Holy Land
Newman University theology graduate students experienced the Holy Land during spring break.
Campus Ministry Women take a day to reflect
As students go through the last semester of the year, stresses begin to accumulate and personal reflection time becomes rare. The Newman University campus ministry office put together a special… Continue reading Campus Ministry Women take a day to reflect
Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
The Teaching Parents Association (TPA) is hosting their 2019 TPA Conference home-school fair April 12 and 13 at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center. Guest speakers, workshop sessions and… Continue reading Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker,… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Cadaver lab is important training tool
Cadaver labs are a rare find in Kansas. Newman University boasts one of only two in Wichita and one of the only cadaver labs in Kansas’ private schools. The Bishop… Continue reading Cadaver lab is important training tool
Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Literature lovers of Wichita, now is your chance to celebrate authors and storytelling through colorful presentations, readings and short performances at Newman’s Literary Festival. Each year, the Newman English department… Continue reading Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Artist Seth Blume will exhibit “In the Bag?” at Steckline Gallery during Wichita’s Final Friday event March 29. The exhibit portrays elements of fun and mystery for viewers. Blume, a… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman alumnus Wesley Williams is completing his final semester of law school in Washington, D.C. Williams will graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas (KU) School… Continue reading Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman University students have been given the opportunity to win up to $100. The catch? Help create a logo for the National Geomantic Survey (NGS). Longtime NGS member of 10… Continue reading National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
“Pathway to Newman” was an event held on Feb. 27 to educate nearby community colleges on the opportunities offered at Newman University for transfer students such as transferring credits and… Continue reading Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
The making of a Homecoming king and queen
Homecoming is an exciting time for any university, and for some students, there’s added excitement of possibly being crowned Homecoming king and queen. Newman University has a long history of… Continue reading The making of a Homecoming king and queen
Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Presley Williams of Augusta High School in Augusta, Kansas, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial award… Continue reading Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
BSW Program Director provides insight into segregation and obesity relationships
Newman University Director of Undergraduate Social Work Dr. Yelando Johnson provides insight for an article published in the Wichita Eagle that links segregation to obesity. “You have to look at… Continue reading BSW Program Director provides insight into segregation and obesity relationships
Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
Mary Werner, associate professor of art, will retire in May 2019 after 16 years as a part of the Newman community. Werner was hired as a professor at Newman in… Continue reading Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Maggie Munsterman of Summit Christian Academy in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial… Continue reading Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Social work students participate in homeless count
Newman University Master of Social Work (MSW) students volunteered to make a difference in the homeless community of Wichita last month. The Wichita-Sedgwick County Continuum of Care (WSC-CoC) conducted the… Continue reading Social work students participate in homeless count
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’
Artist Jennie Mosher Kimbrough will present “Lov(ed)” at Steckline Gallery for the Feb. 22 Final Friday show 5 to 7 p.m. at Newman University. The event is free and open… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’
Art student featured in Final Friday show
Newman University junior Carley Sullivan has taken a special interest in photography and her work was recently featured at a Final Friday art exhibition in Wichita. Sullivan’s photos were available… Continue reading Art student featured in Final Friday show
Kapaun Mt. Carmel student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
The admissions team visited Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School Wednesday, Jan. 23, to award senior Kathy Pham with a Cardinal Newman Scholarship. Pham was one of five high school seniors… Continue reading Kapaun Mt. Carmel student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Director of Steckline Gallery, Shannon Johnston, is trying something new this year. She has arranged Newman’s first juried exhibit, “Swipe Right.” Johnston explained, “The title, ‘Swipe Right,’ is a play… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Wichita Northeast Magnet School students Michelle Tong and Evan Saga were two of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious scholarship… Continue reading Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Newman University announces fall 2018 graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the fall 2018 semester. The graduates may walk in cap and gown… Continue reading Newman University announces fall 2018 graduates
Music and athletics — a match made in heaven
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours recently hosted their annual Christmas Concert and it was an opportunity for a wonderful duo to team up once more. Deanne Zogleman, director of… Continue reading Music and athletics — a match made in heaven
Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Recent graduates Delaney Galpin and Megan Sloan, of the Newman Univeristy Western Kansas Center, received a 2018 “Teachers of Promise” award. Galpin and Sloan are December 2018 graduates of Newman… Continue reading Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Have you ever tried creating a short play from start to finish — complete with actors, costumes, props and a live public performance — in just 24 hours? This will… Continue reading Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Lab coat ceremony celebrates student mentors
Newman releases fall 2018 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have released the 2018 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 515 students have met the qualifications to be recognized, validating a semester of hard work and… Continue reading Newman releases fall 2018 Dean’s List
Spring classes start in T minus four days
Cue the countdown: Newman students start their spring semester classes this Monday, Jan. 14. The start of a new semester may bring new classes and work schedules, but with each… Continue reading Spring classes start in T minus four days
Graduate Jared Smarsh belongs to a family of Newman nurses
Newman student Jared Smarsh recently joined more than one member of his family as a Newman University nursing program alumni this fall. Smarsh, who began his college education at Fort… Continue reading Graduate Jared Smarsh belongs to a family of Newman nurses
2018 — A Year in Review
Another calendar year has come to an end. Newman University has much to be thankful for as we look to the future. Take a walk with us down memory lane… Continue reading 2018 — A Year in Review
Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 15 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2018 Nursing Pinning Ceremony. The ceremony was held Dec. 14 in the De Mattias… Continue reading Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Newman students present research on Scholars Day
High school seniors visit campus for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews
Twenty-three high school seniors visited campus Friday, Dec. 7, for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews. The Cardinal Newman scholarship is Newman’s most exclusive award, given to a limited number of high-achieving… Continue reading High school seniors visit campus for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews
Career services focuses on career-readiness
Newman University Career Services is a beneficial resource on campus that is available to help students prepare for their future in the workforce, and it’s a resource they should start… Continue reading Career services focuses on career-readiness