Recent Newman graduate Austin Lavin has been training for months to prepare for the local Prairie Fire Half Marathon — and his dedication and determination paid off. Lavin won the… Continue reading Newman math major wins local half-marathon
Academics
Ariana Esparza ’18, Comm. Major, reflects experience at Newman
One of Newman University’s traditions during its annual Baccalaureate Mass is for selected students to share a reflection. In 2018 Communication major Ariana Nayeli Esparza shared her thoughts about her… Continue reading Ariana Esparza ’18, Comm. Major, reflects experience at Newman
Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Cheryl Golden, Ph.D., Newman University professor of history and director of international studies, has been selected as one of 20 faculty members in the U.S. who will travel to Greece… Continue reading Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Senior Anthony Navarrete lands internship with KSN-TV
After attending the spring semester Highway 54 Career Fair, which is co-hosted by Newman University and Friends University, Newman Jet student-athlete Anthony Navarrete has landed an internship position with KSN-TV… Continue reading Senior Anthony Navarrete lands internship with KSN-TV
Commencement weekend 2018
Commencement weekend was full of ceremonies, awards and celebrations for the 2018 Newman University graduates.
Newman University honors spring 2018 nursing degree candidates
The spring 2018 Nursing Pinning Ceremony was held Friday, May 11, at Newman University. A total of 26 candidates were recognized for achieving their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The… Continue reading Newman University honors spring 2018 nursing degree candidates
Graduate student Kelly Hopkins helps children in abusive environments
Six years ago, Kelly Hopkins decided to take on some volunteer work. Little did she know, that volunteer work would carry over to her future career.
STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman University celebrated another successful semester of the STEM Scholars Program with 23 high school students and their families on Wednesday afternoon. Through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)… Continue reading STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
St. Joseph House of Formation program extended
The success of the St. Joseph House of Formation in its first year has led to a decision to extend the program from two years to three. The young men in the… Continue reading St. Joseph House of Formation program extended
Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Each semester at Newman University, students at all academic levels practice professional presentation skills using months of gathered research and findings. Scholars Day at Newman has been happening at the… Continue reading Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Newman prepares for baccalaureate and commencement
The academic year is drawing to a close as graduating students begin studying for finals and preparing themselves to transform society. Senior Jets will be celebrating their baccalaureate Mass at 6… Continue reading Newman prepares for baccalaureate and commencement
Alumnus Curtis Nightingale works to change classrooms for a better future
Alumnus Curtis Nightingale is in his second year as principal at Bennington Junior/Senior High School in Bennington, Kansas, about 15 minutes north of Salina, and his school has been chosen… Continue reading Alumnus Curtis Nightingale works to change classrooms for a better future
MSW to implement new cutting-edge curriculum
The Newman Master of Social Work (MSW) program is adopting a curriculum that reflects a new shift in the care that social workers provide. After a critical assessment of the current curriculum by… Continue reading MSW to implement new cutting-edge curriculum
Advisors guide the newest Jets to success
Registration Day is a day full of anticipation and excitement as students take the final step in becoming a Newman Jet.
Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Kansas District Court of Appeals judges recently visited campus April 17 to speak to a group of students. Professor of Sociology and Assistant Undergraduate Dean Larry Heck, Ph.D., arranged for the… Continue reading Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Newman Theology Faculty on the Air
Two of faculty members will be on KPHN Catholic Radio on May 1st. Please tune in, or, even better, call in and chat with them.
Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
On a windy Friday afternoon, Heimerman Plaza, the Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber sculpture and Gerber Family Commons were dedicated on the Newman University campus. On April 20, Vice President for… Continue reading Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
The Newman University English department presented its annual Literature Festival, “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” April 12 and 13. Also known as, “Lit Fest,” the celebration is a… Continue reading Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
Changes coming to Newman bookstore fall 2018
Changes are coming for the Newman University Bookstore. Come fall semester 2018, course books will not be physically available on the shelves of the store. Books will continue to be… Continue reading Changes coming to Newman bookstore fall 2018
Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
For the second year in a row, Ascension Healthcare, Via Christi Health, Wichita State University and the city of Wichita partnered to host Medical Mission at Home — an event… Continue reading Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
Academic Awards Banquet celebrates students, faculty and staff
Newman University hosted its second annual Academic Awards Banquet April 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
The annual Scholarship Luncheon was held April 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The luncheon is a unique opportunity for students to meet the specific donors providing them with their… Continue reading Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Newman University is presenting its 19th Annual Literary Festival (Litfest), this year with a Harry Potter theme. “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” takes place April 12 and 13, with… Continue reading 19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge
“Leave things better than you found them,” is a saying that sophomore Samantha Rader takes to heart. Though Newman University has no shortage of highly involved and highly motivated students,… Continue reading Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge
Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Artist Bob Benson will present his vibrant photographic works in the upcoming exhibit “Colorful Abstracts” in the Newman University Steckline Gallery. The exhibit begins with a Final Friday reception from… Continue reading Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Bachelor of Science program in business & strategic intelligence introduced this fall
Newman University is introducing a new Bachelor of Science program in business and strategic intelligence (BSI) to begin in the fall 2018 semester. No other college or university in the… Continue reading Bachelor of Science program in business & strategic intelligence introduced this fall
Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
Senior Delaney Hiegert was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Law to continue her education and has been granted the highly prestigious Rice Scholarship, which brings Kansas residents… Continue reading Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
To help welcome and prepare new students for the fall semester at Newman University, four registration days are planned over the next few months. Registrations days take place April 27,… Continue reading Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
A lifelong goal to help others has become reality
Alumna Serina Hertel has been driven to use her talents to help others from a young age.
Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
Four Newman history students will make a special appearance at the conference of the Kansas Association of Historians from April 6 to 7 at Fort Hays State University in Hays,… Continue reading Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
A spring break spent on pilgrimage to Rome
Graduate students in the theology program recently returned from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Newman promoted through LEARN
Being a college student is difficult. Keeping classes, sports, friendships, sleep schedules and other activities maintained is no easy task. This becomes an even more daunting task when you are… Continue reading Newman promoted through LEARN
Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Sexual Assault Awareness Month will be observed across campus during the first full week of April. Teal ribbons will be hung around campus on April 3 to help spread awareness… Continue reading Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Newman offers research skills in a newly designed course
Newman University will offer a brand new research course beginning fall 2018. College Research Literacy is an online, 1-credit hour introductory class all about research.
2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
Newman University officials have released the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 489 students have met the qualifications to be recognized on the Dean’s List, validating a semester… Continue reading 2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
Occupational therapy students spend a day in the capital
Nancy Dahlinger, assistant professor and director of the occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program, accompanied six Newman University students to the Kansas Occupational Therapy Association (KOTA) Day on the Hill in Topeka.… Continue reading Occupational therapy students spend a day in the capital
Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Five high school seniors were recently named Cardinal Newman Scholarship recipients — Newman University’s highest and most exclusive financial award — for the 2018-19 academic year. These five students were… Continue reading Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Alumna Karen Lemon: Vicar of faith
The Rev. Karen Lemon, an alumna of Newman University, received an unexpected calling from the Holy Spirit 24 years ago. Alone in her home church, All Saints Episcopal Church in Pratt, Kansas, Lemon… Continue reading Alumna Karen Lemon: Vicar of faith
Space Law 101 presentation to be held on campus
Elsbeth Magilton of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Speakers Bureau will give a presentation titled, “Space Law 101,” at 7 p.m. March 28 in the Bishop Gerber Science Center, room 105. The event is… Continue reading Space Law 101 presentation to be held on campus
Newman senior Ariana Esparza is headed to the Disney College Internship Program
Senior Ariana Esparza’s world just got a little more magical.