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
Academics
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
Last day to add or drop semester classes
For Newman University students, the last day to add or drop Spring 2017 semester classes is Friday, Jan. 27. Students wishing to make a change to their current schedule should talk to their… Continue reading Last day to add or drop semester classes
Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors
A Jan. 2017 national survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) projects significant increases in starting salaries for 2017 social sciences and communication graduates. NACE predicts that employers will now… Continue reading Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors
Sarah Sanford will present ‘Lightfast’ during January’s Final Friday at Steckline Gallery
Artist Sarah Sanford loves exploring the physical nature of light. She has been photographing light for more than a decade, capturing its movement and reflective ways. Beginning Friday, Jan. 27,… Continue reading Sarah Sanford will present ‘Lightfast’ during January’s Final Friday at Steckline Gallery
Newman senior Diana Stanley to present papers at two major conferences
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley has been selected to present papers at two separate conferences during the spring semester.
LibGuides are helping students to conduct higher quality research
Dugan Library has recently added LibGuides, an online content management system created by Springshare, to their website for students to conduct higher quality research for their projects. Through LibGuides, students… Continue reading LibGuides are helping students to conduct higher quality research
Free tutoring for Newman students is becoming more popular on campus
One of the perks of being a student at Newman University is free tutoring — and staff in the Academic Resource Center are noticing more and more students are taking… Continue reading Free tutoring for Newman students is becoming more popular on campus
Final Friday Jan. 27 at Newman Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lightfast’ prints by Sarah Sanford
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Lightfast” by Sarah Sanford as the fifth show of its 2016-2017 season. The exhibition of prints, which begins with a Final Friday reception… Continue reading Final Friday Jan. 27 at Newman Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lightfast’ prints by Sarah Sanford
Lauren Fontarum joins Catholic Diocese in trip to Holy Land
Newman University Director of Student Activities Lauren Fontarum returned from a weeklong pilgrimage to the Holy Land on Dec. 8. She was one of more than 100 people from the Catholic Diocese… Continue reading Lauren Fontarum joins Catholic Diocese in trip to Holy Land
Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 19 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the Fall 2016 Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 9 on the Newman campus. The event is… Continue reading Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends — and the Newman University Chorale felt right at home spending the holiday weekend with fellow classmates and other friends in New… Continue reading Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
On Dec. 5, 116 Newman University senior students turned out to show the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Fall 2016 Scholars Day. Scholars Day, which… Continue reading Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
On Nov. 13, the vibrant sight of performative art, the sound of instrumental music, and roughly 150 fascinated viewers filled the Miller Concert Hall at Wichita State University. Laura Scholl,… Continue reading Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Traditions and Transitions (T & T) is a required introductory class at Newman University that helps incoming students transition into college life. As part of the class, students partake in a… Continue reading Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
It’s the most un-wonderful time of the year. Finals are coming up in December and you are probably stressing out — so don’t forget to take some time for yourself.… Continue reading Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Rather than viewing regular white gallery walls with a series of paintings from corner to corner, guests had the opportunity to walk through an exhibit filled with flowers, plants and foliage… Continue reading Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
Newman University will present a Final Friday interactive performance entitled “Mystery Room” by Wichita artists Hallie Linnebur and Meghan Miller. The opening reception will begin at 5 p.m. and will… Continue reading One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
The fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 in Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The orchestral group includes woodwinds, brass,… Continue reading Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
The School of Social Work will hold a Kansas Law and Mental Health Forensics workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. It is co-sponsored… Continue reading Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Assistant Professor of Education John Burke is no stranger to academia. He has been teaching education courses at Newman University since 2012, has been a Superintendent for 32 years —… Continue reading John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, the people of the United States will be given a voice on who our next president will be. Are you ready to vote? Newman University will host… Continue reading Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara Flexible Theatre located in the De Mattias… Continue reading Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Newman University has a wide variety of clubs available to students, ranging from Swing Dance Club to the Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO). What many club members often do not… Continue reading Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
It isn’t long into their high school careers that students start to receive letters from colleges about financial aid. For many parents and students, the entire process – determining which… Continue reading Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
A group of students that help make up the Newman University Medical Professionals Club participated in a casual gathering of Newman medical professional alumni on Monday, Oct. 25 in the… Continue reading Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
Newman University Campus Ministry will welcome Catholic singer and songwriter Sarah Kroger at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2 in St. John’s Chapel, where she will perform her new song,… Continue reading Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
The Dugan Library will host “Research and Refreshments” from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This event will feature Associate Professor of… Continue reading ‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
The Newman University Campus Ministry office held its annual fall retreat at Camp Tawakoni in Wichita on Friday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 16. The purpose of the retreat was to combine service and… Continue reading Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
Health Care Professions Day
Saturday, Oct. 8, Newman University Health Care programs and Student Admissions joined together and held a Health Care Professions Day. This is the second year Health Care Professions Day (HCPD)… Continue reading Health Care Professions Day
Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
On Oct. 7, Teresa Wilkerson, assistant dean of adult and transfer studies at Newman University, kicked off the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship Business Booster Series. This series was created specifically… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
Being a first generation college graduate will be a proud moment for these two Newman students
Maria Martinez and Gabriela Figueroa both have one semester left before they graduate with education degrees earned at the Newman University Western Kansas Center in Dodge City. While they may have the… Continue reading Being a first generation college graduate will be a proud moment for these two Newman students
No Classes on Friday, Oct. 14 in observance of Fall Break
Fall Break is here — and that means students will get some well-deserved rest after working hard preparing for their midterms. All offices on campus will be closed on Friday,… Continue reading No Classes on Friday, Oct. 14 in observance of Fall Break
Dinner shows thanks to Advanced Standing teachers
A dinner was held on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Newman University to thank the teachers throughout Wichita and surrounding areas who are a part of the Advanced Standing program at… Continue reading Dinner shows thanks to Advanced Standing teachers
Success week helps students conquer midterms
Newman University Success Week Oct. 3-7 is providing help for students on the eve of fall midterms. The daily events are designed to help students achieve high grades on their presentations,… Continue reading Success week helps students conquer midterms
Jill Fort, Ph.D. of Newman University to be honored at KICA awards reception
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D. said she was shocked and honored at the news that she would be receiving a Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) Faculty of Distinction… Continue reading Jill Fort, Ph.D. of Newman University to be honored at KICA awards reception
Newman faculty Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attend WIBA event
Newman University faculty members Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attended a Wichita Independent Business Association (WIBA) event Sept. 28 featuring a training seminar titled Disney’s Approach to Business Excellence. For the first… Continue reading Newman faculty Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attend WIBA event
Newman University hosts open house for clinical partners
Newman University Advancement along with the School of Nursing and Allied Health hosted a special VIP open house Sept. 30. Staff, faculty and students within the nursing and health sciences programs were… Continue reading Newman University hosts open house for clinical partners
New arrivals in Dugan Library
Looking for a little less academic reading? Come check out the new arrivals in the Dugan Library featured in the rotating book collection. There’s a book to satisfy the bookworm in… Continue reading New arrivals in Dugan Library
Upcoming job fair provides a unique opportunity for Newman students
The Newman University Fall Job and Internship Fair will take place from 3:30-6 p.m., Oct. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The job fair will feature 22 employees looking to… Continue reading Upcoming job fair provides a unique opportunity for Newman students