Friday, June 16 was not just another day on the Newman University campus.
Academics
Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward honored as Health Care Heroes
Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward are two of 39 individuals and organizations in nine categories to be honored with the Wichita Business Journal 2017 Health Care Hero Award. According to… Continue reading Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward honored as Health Care Heroes
Celebrating Newman Archives in spirit of ‘International Archives Day’ June 9
In celebration of International Archives Day on June 9, recent Newman graduate Diana Stanley and sophomore Anthony Hamersky give an inside look into history that is worth acknowledging, along with… Continue reading Celebrating Newman Archives in spirit of ‘International Archives Day’ June 9
University officials announce the spring 2017 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have released the 2017 spring semester Dean’s List. A total of 426 students have met the qualifications to be recognized on the Dean’s List, validating a semester… Continue reading University officials announce the spring 2017 Dean’s List
Newman to host five different summer camps on campus
Newman University is the happy host of five different camps, from wrestling to science to theatre, for students of all ages this summer. ENVISION CAMP: The Level Up Middle School Assistive Technology… Continue reading Newman to host five different summer camps on campus
Jennifer Gantz gives inside scoop on new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Although specifics of the new building’s design are being kept on the down low, it is no secret that students, faculty and staff at Newman have much to look forward to… Continue reading Jennifer Gantz gives inside scoop on new Bishop Gerber Science Center
54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
The Newman University community stretches 500 miles west of the Wichita city limits to Colorado Springs, where an off-campus location is home to an extension of the Master of Social… Continue reading 54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
Fr. Gile in Hutchinson on May 23rd
If you haven’t heard Fr. Gile’s talk “Is Pope Francis a Liberal?”, you should make a short drive to Hutchinson where he will be speaking in the Theology on Tap series… Continue reading Fr. Gile in Hutchinson on May 23rd
Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) pinning ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 13 in the DeMattias Performance Hall, followed by a reception in the Gorges Atrium. The ceremony honored the… Continue reading Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
Spring 2017 Commencement ceremonies honor Newman University graduates
Hundreds gathered at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kan. on Saturday, May 13 during two separate ceremonies to honor the 2017 spring graduates during this year’s commencement ceremonies.
Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
The Spring 2017 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 12, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Newman University honored 18 nursing degree graduates during a long-standing traditional Nurses’ Pinning ceremony on Friday, May 12. Today, the pins received by graduating nursing students represent the school where… Continue reading Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman University honored 29 students at a celebration banquet on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center to recognize the students from around Wichita who participated in the… Continue reading Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D. along with 12 Newman University students will be joining Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. on his bi-annual trip to Europe this… Continue reading Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Wichita native and Newman University graduate student Rachel Greene is set to receive The League of Women Voters (LWV) Sandra Day O’Connor Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year. “I was thrilled,”… Continue reading Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Graduating senior Amanda Krook is using her leadership skills and personal experiences to pursue the path she is most passionate for — diagnostic medical sonography. Krook kicked off her college… Continue reading Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Saturday marked the 2nd Annual Maria Awards, a ceremony that recognizes student actors, tech, and the various productions the Newman Theatre Department has presented throughout the 2016-2017 academic year. The… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
On May 5, more than 120 Newman University senior students showed the Newman community the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Spring 2017 Scholars Day. Scholars… Continue reading Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman University will stage a number of events May 12 and 13 to celebrate Fall 2016, Spring 2017, and Summer 2017 Graduates. Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies taking place… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
The atrium in the Dugan Library was home to a student-created art exhibit over the course of April 24-28, 2017. The exhibit, titled “The Future of Syria,” included the work of… Continue reading Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
The First Year Experience (FYE) Leaders are a group of students that are dedicated to enhancing the first-year experience for our students. They serve as resources for guests and students… Continue reading First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
An annual conference for “Reacting to the Past,” an innovative teaching method, will be hosted July 12 to 15 at Newman University. Associate Professor of History and Chair of the… Continue reading Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
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
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