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
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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
Catholic Identity and Academic Freedom
On Tuesday, October 11, at 6:00 p.m. in the Alumni Center, there will be a panel discussion on academic freedom and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Our Provost, Dr. Kim Long,… Continue reading Catholic Identity and Academic Freedom
Triumph of Love: Small cast, big musical
After memorizing songs, dance moves and a multitude of puns, a cast of seven will be presenting the 2016 Newman musical, Triumph of Love, written by Pierre de Marivaux and… Continue reading Triumph of Love: Small cast, big musical
Newman University students have an opportunity to get a free flu shot
Have you gotten your flu shot yet? The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) has purchased 100 doses of the Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine and will be administering the vaccination to… Continue reading Newman University students have an opportunity to get a free flu shot
Nursing & Allied Health students participate in Board of Trustees dinner
Last Thursday marked the quarterly Board of Trustees dinner held at Newman University. Each meeting showcased a different department. For the month of Sept., students of Nursing and Allied Health were featured.… Continue reading Nursing & Allied Health students participate in Board of Trustees dinner
Newman community loses a beloved friend and colleague
Emily Dickinson once said, “Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality.” Those who knew and loved Professor of Education Don Hufford, Ph.D. will certainly keep him alive in… Continue reading Newman community loses a beloved friend and colleague
FASB selects Newman adjunct John Exline for position
Newman University adjunct John Exline currently teaches Managerial Accounting for the MBA program and is described by his fellow workers as being, “eminently qualified,” “hardworking,” and “passionate.”
Steckline Gallery to present its second show of the 2016-17 season
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will feature “Hard Pressed and Pulled,” the second show of the 2016-17 season. The exhibit will feature the work of Wichita artists Doug Billings,… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present its second show of the 2016-17 season
History Club Welcomes Constitution Day Speaker
On September 19, Deputy District Attorney Justin Edwards gave a speech about our Constitution and held a Q&A for the faculty and staff. Justin Edwards graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law… Continue reading History Club Welcomes Constitution Day Speaker
Wichita Business Journal honors Newman Health Care Heroes
Last Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita, Kan., an event was held by the Wichita Business Journal honoring “Health Care Heroes” in the Wichita community. This… Continue reading Wichita Business Journal honors Newman Health Care Heroes
Newman presents Triumph of Love, a musical
October 6 marks the first performance of the fall musical, Triumph of Love. The performance will take place in the De Mattias Performance Hall. The show is based on an 18th Century… Continue reading Newman presents Triumph of Love, a musical
Newman invites history speaker Beth Bailey to present Sept. 29
Newman University welcomes history professor and expert Beth Bailey, Ph.D., who will speak from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Bailey is currently a Foundation… Continue reading Newman invites history speaker Beth Bailey to present Sept. 29
Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti
At 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, in the Dugan Gorges Conference Center, Newman University will host the annual Hesburgh Lecture. This year’s speaker is Professor of Biological Sciences Gary A.… Continue reading Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti
September Final Friday at Steckline Gallery will feature a group of talented artists
The Newman University Steckline Gallery is set to present “Hard Pressed and Pulled,” its second show of the 2016-17 season. The exhibit will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5… Continue reading September Final Friday at Steckline Gallery will feature a group of talented artists
St. Maria De Mattias Mission Talk educates and enlightens
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC began the academic year’s first Mission Talk on Wednesday, Sept. 14 by informing her audience that she will be doing this season’s talks based on a… Continue reading St. Maria De Mattias Mission Talk educates and enlightens
‘Outdoor Adoration’ event brings Newman students opportunity for fellowship
On Sunday, Sept. 11, the sun set with fireflies glowing, cicadas chirping, and soft piano music playing in the background. The Marian Grotto on the Newman University campus was transformed… Continue reading ‘Outdoor Adoration’ event brings Newman students opportunity for fellowship
Newman alumnus Cody Kelly finds success after hardship
Cody Kelly started his education at Newman University in 2009, only to be thrown a curveball within the first few weeks. He’d already been dealing with the loss of his… Continue reading Newman alumnus Cody Kelly finds success after hardship
First ‘Art for Lunch’ event of 2016-17 features Tara Walker
On Tuesday, Sept. 6, Tara Hufford Walker presented “Subject Matters” in the Steckline Gallery at Newman University. Students, faculty, and friends gathered to enjoy this “Art for Lunch” event hosted by… Continue reading First ‘Art for Lunch’ event of 2016-17 features Tara Walker
Western Kansas school districts partner with Newman in student teaching efforts
When Director of the Newman University Western Kansas Center Jessica Bird took a district leadership class, little did she know that it would kick-start a brand new program to enhance the… Continue reading Western Kansas school districts partner with Newman in student teaching efforts
Summer symposium aids professors in establishing new courses
Earlier this month, Newman University hosted its sixth-annual Summer Symposium on the Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT) and the Newman Studies Program (NSP), the university’s unique approach to the core curriculum every… Continue reading Summer symposium aids professors in establishing new courses
“Foundations of the Catholic Faith” in Liberal, KS — September 10th
On Saturday, September 10th, Dr. Joshua Papsdorf will be presenting on The Holy Trinity and Salvation History as part of a day of Catholic education at Saint Anthony’s Parish in… Continue reading “Foundations of the Catholic Faith” in Liberal, KS — September 10th