Interim Director of the School of Education and Associate Professor Max Frazier was invited to two significant events in the month of February — the Jardine Film Festival and the Kansas… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events
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Nursing students attend legislative conference
Director of Nursing Teresa Vetter accompanied seven nursing students to the 42nd Annual Kansas State Nursing Association (KSNA) Legislative Conference in Topeka this year.
Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Alumna Crista Switzer ’12, helps people of all ages — with a special focus on the elderly and helping them understand technology with ease. The goals of abcd TECH, her… Continue reading Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
Having technology issues? No problem. Meet Adam Sawyer, the new help desk and classroom technology coordinator. He may be recognizable due to the fact that he is a December 2017 Newman graduate.… Continue reading Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
Christian philosopher James K.A. Smith to speak on ‘Resident Aliens: The City of God in a Secular Age’
Christian philosopher and speaker James K.A. Smith will be at Newman University from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 23 and 24, in the Jabara Flexible Theater located in the… Continue reading Christian philosopher James K.A. Smith to speak on ‘Resident Aliens: The City of God in a Secular Age’
Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
At Newman University, students are prepared to transform society. Since Sarah Balderas graduated from Newman in 2015, she has been making her way through Washburn Law School, many internships and… Continue reading Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
Holocaust Awareness Night
The International Student Association (ISA) hosted a Holocaust Awareness Night event Jan. 25 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Professor Larry Justice presented on the book, “Until We Meet Again: A… Continue reading Holocaust Awareness Night
Lab Coat Ceremony recognizes students for their accomplishments
Newman University held its first-ever Lab Coat Ceremony on Jan. 18 with help from a grant provided by Volunteer Kansas.
Business professor presents to downtown audience
Assistant Professor of Strategic Intelligence Scott McIntosh presented a lecture titled “Russia’s Interests from Antiquity to the 19th Century” at the Museum of World Treasures on Jan. 18. The museum hosts… Continue reading Business professor presents to downtown audience
Podcast allows history professor to reach global audience
Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D., has been a familiar face on the Newman campus for nearly 13 years.
Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Brooke Ward is the new Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Newman University. Ward, who is also a Newman alumna, began her career at the university in 2016. She said… Continue reading Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Alumna Emily Simon ’16 didn’t seem to get quite enough of Newman in her four years as an undergraduate student. Now, she is pursuing her master’s degree and is the… Continue reading Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Art professor enjoys ‘family reunion’ at City Arts
Associate Professor of Art Mary Werner was invited to display two of her paintings at City Arts’ 20th-anniversary exhibit, “20×20.” The show opened Jan. 5 and features 20 well-known local… Continue reading Art professor enjoys ‘family reunion’ at City Arts
Tour the new radiologic technology classroom and lab
The Facing Forward campaign made a huge impact on the Newman University campus. It provided the funding to build the state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center and most recently, the campaign… Continue reading Tour the new radiologic technology classroom and lab
Social Work Salary with Masters on the Rise
Now is a great time to get a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) because the salary of social workers with an MSW is on the rise. In addition, a master’s… Continue reading Social Work Salary with Masters on the Rise
2017 Year in Review
Newman University has experienced many new beginnings and celebrated numerous achievements with staff, faculty, students and alumni. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from… Continue reading 2017 Year in Review
Grant helps Newman create mentorship program for students
Volunteer Kansas has awarded Newman University a $5,000 grant to launch a brand new science and math mentorship program. This funding will also help facilitate Newman’s first White Coat Ceremony Jan. 18, 2018. The… Continue reading Grant helps Newman create mentorship program for students
Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Senior Anna Burton has had an exciting end to her final semester at Newman. Not only will she graduate in December, she was recently recognized with two major honors —… Continue reading Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Tremendous achievements in the classroom and on the court
Anna Burton has had many academic and athletic accomplishments during her time at Newman University. She excelled in nursing school and performed at a high level throughout her volleyball career.… Continue reading Tremendous achievements in the classroom and on the court
Pinning ceremony recognizes fall 2017 nursing candidates
Newman University recognized 23 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2017 Nursing Pinning Ceremony.
School of Education prepares students for spring internships
Faculty in the Newman School of Education program are hard at work placing students in internships for the spring semester. Sandy Bequette, early childhood unified and elementary coordinator, said the program places… Continue reading School of Education prepares students for spring internships
Honor Society of Nursing inducts 12 Newman students
Nursing students from Newman University and surrounding colleges were inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing on Nov. 5. Twelve Newman University students were among the… Continue reading Honor Society of Nursing inducts 12 Newman students
Scholars Day allows seniors to present final projects
Scholars Day is the opportunity for students nearing graduation to show the value of the courses they’ve taken to earn their degree.
Online MBA program going strong
The Newman University School of Business is looking forward to its next class of students entering the online MBA program while celebrating its recent and successful implementation. The first Joint Master… Continue reading Online MBA program going strong
Newman alumnus nominated for 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year
Newman alumnus Kris Moore has been nominated for the 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year award. Moore works at Dodge City High School as a residential carpentry instructor. He has… Continue reading Newman alumnus nominated for 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year
Thriving in the communication field
When Newman alumna Ellen Healy graduated in May 2016, she was looking forward to making the switch from intern to full-time employee at the company she was working for. A… Continue reading Thriving in the communication field
Decades of dreaming led 75-year-old to Newman
Mary Short began her college journey just like many others, but one thing sets her apart — Short is in her 70s.
Focused on “Dying Well” — A Newman Studies Program
Rabindranath Tagore once said, “Let life be as beautiful as summer flowers and death as beautiful as autumn leaves.” Associate Professor of Nursing and Geriatric nurse Amy Siple has a… Continue reading Focused on “Dying Well” — A Newman Studies Program
Finals week: tips and resources for reducing stress, attaining success
Finals week can be hectic without proper preparation. Being proactive is key to ensuring less stress and more success. The first step must be to find a quiet place devoid… Continue reading Finals week: tips and resources for reducing stress, attaining success
Nursing student recognized for incredible dedication to grandmother
Nursing student Tara Greiving was awarded the 2017 Duane Smith Caregiver Award on Nov. 2 at the Alzheimer’s Association conference.
Where will you go? Travel abroad at Newman
The whole world is out there waiting for you to make your mark. At Newman University we are able to provide students with study abroad experiences, service trip opportunities or… Continue reading Where will you go? Travel abroad at Newman
Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 3
The Newman University Music Department will present its annual Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, in the performance hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. Joining the… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 3
Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
To many, Irwin Torres may seem like an average elementary education student on his way to graduation. But his story is anything but ordinary. Torres is currently finishing his last… Continue reading Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
The multimillion-dollar building has been built and students and faculty alike are thrilled with the opportunities that the Bishop Gerber Science Center provides. The devices and tools in the science… Continue reading Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Last weekend, four Newman students traveled to Kansas City along with Board of Trustees president Larry Heck, Ph.D., to attend the triennial convention for Pi Gamma Mu. Pi Gamma Mu… Continue reading Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Making a mindful city
A quiet revolution is in the works. When life feels like a blur, turn to mindful living practices to ground yourself, take a breath and slow down. The first of… Continue reading Making a mindful city
NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
The National Society of Leadership and Success in conjunction with Career Services and Northwestern Mutual is hosting “Relevant Career Skills” featuring speaker Brett Andrews, Ph.D., dean of the Newman School… Continue reading NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Associate Professor of the School of Education Max Frazier, Ph.D., who is also currently serving as interim director of the School of Education, will present at the faculty-sponsored Research and… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
The Early Childhood Education Program at Newman University is discovering new opportunities after building a recent partnership with Wichita public schools. In October, Assistant Professors of Education Sandy Bequette, Ed.D.,… Continue reading Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
Fr. Gile on Hatteberg’s People
Set your DVRs now for an episode of Hatteberg’s People on KPTS, November 9 at 7:00pm. Our own Fr. Gile is one of the subjects of the episode, filmed several… Continue reading Fr. Gile on Hatteberg’s People