The Newman University bi-annual Scholars Day will take place for degree-seeking students beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, May 5, for a jam-packed day of more than 100 presentations in the… Continue reading Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
Academics
New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
In December 2016, Director of the Graduate Education Program and Assistant Professor of Education Gina Marx, was elected Vice President/President Elect of the International Coach Federation Heartland Chapter forKansas/Missouri. According to… Continue reading New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
Martina Viale is a freshman student at Newman University. She is originally from a small town in Italy — Borgarello. She is attending Newman while being sponsored by Go Campus, an… Continue reading Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
This summer, Newman University is offering 20 affordable workshops for teachers who are looking to earn their Continuing Education credits for re-licensure. Registration is open as of April 3, 2017.… Continue reading Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Editor’s Note: The following story by Christopher Riggs appeared in the April 21 edition of The Catholic Advance. Published here by permission. St. Joseph Parish to host seminarians who will study… Continue reading Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Banquet
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2017 Academic Honors and Awards Banquet, held April 19 on the Newman campus.
Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
The Newman University Music Department will present its spring musical “Peace, Love and Music” Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29. The musical will be performed at 7:30 p.m. each evening… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
The Vantage student newspaper wins All-Kansas award in Kansas Collegiate Journalism
On April 8 and 9, members of The Vantage, the student newspaper of Newman University, attended the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference at the Drury Plaza Hotel in downtown Wichita.… Continue reading The Vantage student newspaper wins All-Kansas award in Kansas Collegiate Journalism
First annual ‘Academic Awards Banquet’ to honor students April 19
Newman University will honor the best, brightest, and most committed students at the first annual Academic Awards Banquet, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center, hosted by… Continue reading First annual ‘Academic Awards Banquet’ to honor students April 19
Treasures of Newman University find a new home
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley works with the treasures of Newman University and is also helping with the archive’s move to its new home in the basement… Continue reading Treasures of Newman University find a new home
18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
The Newman University 18th annual Literary Festival is set to kick off on Thursday, April 20, 2017, with an opening keynote address by Dr. Tiffany Stern. Stern is the Chair… Continue reading 18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
On Saturday, April 1, the Newman University campus was filled with high school juniors and their families who were interested in exploring the opportunities it has to offer during Junior… Continue reading Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “As You Like It” by William Shakespeare in the Jabara Flexible Theatre April 6, 7, 8 at 8 p.m and on April 9 at 2 p.m.… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
Several Newman University alumni and students have recently accepted district superintendent positions and will begin their new roles this summer. Wichita Public School District 259 announced in February that Alicia… Continue reading Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
David Burkus is first to speak at the Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business launched its Distinguished Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 28 with a keynote presented by David Burkus.
Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
The Alumni Relations Department has partnered with Career Services to launch a series of events referred to as “Table Talks.” The talks are designed to not only allow Newman students… Continue reading Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
On Friday, March 31, the Newman University art program will host their monthly Final Friday exhibit in the Steckline Gallery with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Both the reception… Continue reading ‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
Newman librarians are speaking up at conferences
Shhh! That’s what you’d expect from librarians, right? Well, not from Director of Library Services Steve Hamersky and Assistant Librarian Jeanette Parker who have been busy with different speaking engagements these past… Continue reading Newman librarians are speaking up at conferences
Student Mary Cracraft saves grandmother’s life using skills learned in nursing program
Mary Cracraft is a third-semester nursing student at Newman University. During the 2016 Christmas break, she traveled to Blythdale, Mo., to spend time with her family. One night Cracraft felt a… Continue reading Student Mary Cracraft saves grandmother’s life using skills learned in nursing program
Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
A total of 80 hopefully soon-to-be Jets and their families were walking the campus at Accepted Student Day, which took place on Saturday, March 4 at Newman University. The day… Continue reading Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
Between May 11 and 20, 2017, a delegation of two sisters — one associate and one sojourner — and two women Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) scholars from Newman University… Continue reading Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
‘Guatemala Study and Serve’ alumni reception allows new group to prepare for trip
Every other year, Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager takes a group of students to Guatemala for the “Guatemala Study and Serve” program, where they speak, learn, and interact with… Continue reading ‘Guatemala Study and Serve’ alumni reception allows new group to prepare for trip
Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
Assistant Professor of Theology Matthew Umbarger will be leading a group of theology graduate students during a trip to the Holy Land, which will take place March 16-27, 2017. This trip… Continue reading Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
Newman student David Baalmann presents research at conference in New Orleans
Senior Newman student David Baalmann recently traveled with Assistant Professor of Chemistry John Leveritt, Ph.D. to attend and present research at the 61st Biophysical Society Meeting which took place Feb. 11-15 in New… Continue reading Newman student David Baalmann presents research at conference in New Orleans
Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Newman University attended the KICA Student Day at the Kansas State Capitol on Feb. 13, 2017. The event is sponsored by the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). It is an opportunity for independent colleges all… Continue reading Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Steckline Gallery presents the work of Sean Lyman at Feb. 24 Final Friday
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present graphite and acrylic works by Sean Lyman in his show titled “The Overlooked” as the second Final Friday event of the 2017 spring… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents the work of Sean Lyman at Feb. 24 Final Friday
MyMajors program helps students find a major and career to best suit their passion
A new assessment tool was introduced to Newman University freshmen in the fall 2016 semester. The assessment is called MyMajors. Traditions and Transitions — a class for freshman that helps… Continue reading MyMajors program helps students find a major and career to best suit their passion
‘The Miracle of Father Kapaun’ world premiere next Thursday, Feb. 16
The Newman University Theatre Department is set to present the world premiere of the play “The Miracle of Father Kapaun.”
Newman University Theatre challenges participants with 24-Hour Theatre Project
On Saturday, Feb. 4, Newman University current and prospective students, faculty, staff, and alumni transformed into nocturnal beings, racing against time to create a theatrical masterpiece. The 24-Hour Theatre Project was introduced… Continue reading Newman University Theatre challenges participants with 24-Hour Theatre Project
Daniel Boring is not your typical nursing student
Daniel Boring is a Newman student, husband, father of three, and currently lives in Tulsa, Okla. However, the distance from Wichita to Tulsa doesn’t stop him from trying to reach… Continue reading Daniel Boring is not your typical nursing student
Newman student to play role of ‘Father Kapaun’ in upcoming play
Junior Trevor Farney will be playing the lead role in Anne Welsbacher’s world premiere of “The Miracle of Father Kapaun” which takes the stage on Thursday, Feb 16.
Newman University Theatre Department presents: the 24-Hour Theatre Project
Six years ago, an idea was put into play for the Newman University Theatre Department. The purpose is for all Newman University students, prospective students, faculty, staff, and alumni to… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents: the 24-Hour Theatre Project
History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
The Newman University History Department presents Erin Weber, author of “Lennon vs. McCartney: How Beatles History was Written and Re-Written,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health receives eight year reaccreditation for Radiologic Technology program
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology has awarded the Newman University School of Nursing and Allied Health a reaccreditation of eight years — the maximum amount of… Continue reading Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health receives eight year reaccreditation for Radiologic Technology program
Feb. 15 Mission Talk will focus on the life of Marciana Heimerman, ASC
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC will present her next Mission Talk at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 15 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This talk will focus on learning more about… Continue reading Feb. 15 Mission Talk will focus on the life of Marciana Heimerman, ASC
Career Connections event to offer ‘speed-networking’
The Newman University Career Services team is hosting a unique one-hour networking event beginning at 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. You’ve heard of speed-dating,… Continue reading Career Connections event to offer ‘speed-networking’
New MBA program in Colorado Springs to launch in March
A new MBA program offered by Newman University will launch in Colorado Springs, Colo., for MSW students and alumni on Monday, March 13, 2017. The online program will focus on providing… Continue reading New MBA program in Colorado Springs to launch in March
Students give Newman University high marks on national survey
High school juniors and seniors looking for a college where they will be challenged to do their best work, have multiple opportunities to participate in service-learning activities, enjoy positive interactions… Continue reading Students give Newman University high marks on national survey
Newman University students named to Deans List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Deans List for the fall semester of 2016. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Deans List
Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip
Adding a retreat component to an annual winter service trip was something new for Campus Ministry at Newman University. Newman Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Father John Fogliasso and Campus Ministry… Continue reading Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip