Newman University will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, 2016 in observance of Labor Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 6. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Academics
Changes coming to FAFSA for the 2017-18 school year
Funding for next year’s college tuition is probably something that many students aren’t yet thinking about as they adjust to their new schedules and settle in for the 2016-17 academic… Continue reading Changes coming to FAFSA for the 2017-18 school year
Nursing and allied health programs receive new additions
The Newman University nursing and allied health programs have received new equipment as part of the renovations to Eck Hall. The equipment will help those already in the programs and those coming in… Continue reading Nursing and allied health programs receive new additions
Western Kansas outreach program is helping Amandria Hartnett change her future
Amandria Hartnett said she always knew she would go back and get her G.E.D., but she never dreamed she would get her associate’s degree, or, with the support and encouragement… Continue reading Western Kansas outreach program is helping Amandria Hartnett change her future
Steckline Gallery prepares for the 2016-17 season
August 26 and the Final Friday Art Crawl in Wichita kicks off another exciting year for Steckline Gallery on the Newman University campus. Each year, artists from across the country ask to hold… Continue reading Steckline Gallery prepares for the 2016-17 season
Keynote speaker Bill Cordes tells students: YOGOWYPI
The weekend of Aug. 19 was an important one for new students to Newman University. During the two-day event, called Jet Days, students participated in team building activities, attended their first of… Continue reading Keynote speaker Bill Cordes tells students: YOGOWYPI
Theology Professor Writes On Parenting and Ferris Bueller
A short essay by Dr. Joshua Papsdorf, Director of the Graduate Program in Theology, recently appeared on the Catholic website Aleteia.org.
Getting ready for a new semester at Newman
Even though a few online graduate courses have already started, the new semester officially begins on Saturday, Aug. 20, with weekday classes starting Monday, Aug. 22. After a summer of… Continue reading Getting ready for a new semester at Newman
Fall enrollment deadline is fast approaching
If you haven’t enrolled yet, now is the time! Classes began on campus Aug. 20, and there is still time to sign up. Regular enrollment will be available until Aug. 28, and… Continue reading Fall enrollment deadline is fast approaching
Game created by recent Newman graduate is garnering attention
Newman University alumna Emily Simon ’16, who recently graduated with a double major in English and history, was an honors student, wrote for the student newspaper The Vantage, and won the… Continue reading Game created by recent Newman graduate is garnering attention
Theology Program at Midwest Catholic Family Conference
This will be our second year with a table at the Midwest Catholic Family Conference in Wichita on Friday, August 5th through Sunday, August 7th. If you are planning on… Continue reading Theology Program at Midwest Catholic Family Conference
Terrie Cox Pauly is the new coordinator of Colorado Springs MSW site
The Colorado Springs MSW Distance Education site has a new coordinator, and she’s no stranger to the Newman University community. Terrie Cox Pauly had worked for the Colorado Springs location for… Continue reading Terrie Cox Pauly is the new coordinator of Colorado Springs MSW site
Anthony Hamersky to travel Poland in search of ancestry and to embrace culture
Newman University sophomore Anthony Hamersky is bound for Poland on July 19, 2016. Hamersky, along with a group from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, will attend the 2016 World Youth Day… Continue reading Anthony Hamersky to travel Poland in search of ancestry and to embrace culture
Educational symposium offers leadership learning to Newman student
Kristen Deckert will be a second year student at Newman University in the fall and expects to graduate from the radiologic technology program in May, 2017. Deckert was honored to be… Continue reading Educational symposium offers leadership learning to Newman student
Sabbatical promises to be a busy time for Professor of History Cheryl Golden
The main focus of Professor of History Cheryl Golden, Ph.D. during her sabbatical this fall will be to put the final touches on her book, but she actually has a… Continue reading Sabbatical promises to be a busy time for Professor of History Cheryl Golden
Fr. Gile to Speak on Pope Francis
Newman Theology Professor and Dean of Graduate Studies, Fr. Joseph Gile, will be speaking at the Spiritual Life Center on July 21st. Fr. Gile will be discussing the question, “Is… Continue reading Fr. Gile to Speak on Pope Francis
Students to attend Game Development Conference in Michigan
Newman University Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. is packing his bags for a trip to Michigan along with student Annie Dang and alumna Emily Simon ’16 … to… Continue reading Students to attend Game Development Conference in Michigan
Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance
Newman University has always offered tutoring for its students, even at a distance, but newly discovered video telecommunicating technology allows the university to take that one step further. Virtual Tutoring… Continue reading Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance
Investigative Summer Science Program a favorite among students
Every year at Newman University, the Investigative Summer Science Program provides two weeks of education, lab time, keynote speakers, field trips, and fun for high school students around Kansas and beyond. This year’s… Continue reading Investigative Summer Science Program a favorite among students
Nursing program continues to stay at the top of its game
The spring nursing Class of 2016 has something big to cheer about—100 percent of the students have passed their national licensing exams on the first try. This is a huge… Continue reading Nursing program continues to stay at the top of its game
Newman University students named to Deans List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Deans List for the spring 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
Newman MBA student Michelle Abernathy also an accomplished athlete
Michelle Abernathy started her studies at Newman June 15. She is a single mom, full time employee of Genesis Health Clubs, an avid runner, and now an MBA student. Abernathy… Continue reading Newman MBA student Michelle Abernathy also an accomplished athlete
Broadway Academy of Performing Camp hits the stage at Newman
The Broadway Academy of Performing has been uniting students for 19 years, and will once again call Newman University their home for two different week-long summer camps. The first session’s performance of “The… Continue reading Broadway Academy of Performing Camp hits the stage at Newman
Newman student chosen to attend GIVEN forum in Washington, D.C.
Gabriella Rizzi is passionate about what it means to be a strong, feminine Christian leader and a true disciple of Christ. That is why she was overjoyed to learn she… Continue reading Newman student chosen to attend GIVEN forum in Washington, D.C.
Heimerman Science Center – Newman is in its DNA
Students of Newman University have voiced that the Heimerman Science Center is in great need of a replacement. On Friday, June 10, 2016, those voices were answered with the historic groundbreaking of the new… Continue reading Heimerman Science Center – Newman is in its DNA
Devlin Family gifts $500,000 to Newman University Facing Forward campaign
The Tom and Myra Devlin Family has made a gift of $500,000 to Newman University in support of the upcoming Bishop Gerber Science Center. The gift is designated specifically for… Continue reading Devlin Family gifts $500,000 to Newman University Facing Forward campaign
Exchange program brings four students to Newman University from overseas
Since 2013, Newman University has been partnering with a university of the same name in Birmingham, UK, to share educational facilities and provide students the opportunity to complete their degrees while… Continue reading Exchange program brings four students to Newman University from overseas
Envision Camp the first of many summer events taking place on campus
There will be a full schedule of events taking place on campus over the summer months, and one has already begun during this first week of June. Envision’s 10th annual Assistive Technology Camp… Continue reading Envision Camp the first of many summer events taking place on campus
Newman graduate Susan Harris looks to her future
Graduation day is a day when hundreds of individuals celebrate achievements that have taken years to realize. The moment they walk across the stage to receive their diploma is one that signifies… Continue reading Newman graduate Susan Harris looks to her future
Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Jessica Martinez graduated Cum Laude as a counseling program student in December, 2015. She will soon be on her way to Los Angeles, Calif., to study at the University of… Continue reading Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistants receive pins
Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 14 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistants receive pins
Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
Newman University recognized 21 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 13 on the Newman campus. The event is a… Continue reading Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Wichita North High School senior Rogelio Martinez was one of the recipients of the Gates Scholarship, and is looking forward to attending Newman University on his journey to become a… Continue reading Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Kimberly Long named Newman University provost, V.P. for Academic Affairs
Newman University officials announced that Kimberly C. McDowall Long, Ph.D., will be the new provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, effective July 1, 2016.
Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
On May 6, 2016, the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center served as the setting for the Newman Theatre Club’s first ever, end-of-the-year celebration, which featured the presentation of “Maria’s Awards,” the new theatre awards… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
Newman University Men’s Society is newest addition to university clubs
This last year, the roster of clubs at Newman University got a little bigger. Among some of these new student clubs and organizations was the addition of the Newman University… Continue reading Newman University Men’s Society is newest addition to university clubs
Alumni medical professionals host special event for medical students
Six Newman University alumni who are now medical professionals joined forces on Monday, May 2 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center to host a gathering for medical students on campus. The alumni… Continue reading Alumni medical professionals host special event for medical students
Spring Scholars Day set for May 6
The Newman University bi-annual Scholars Day will take place for degree-seeking students beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, May 6, for a jam-packed day of more than 100 presentations in the course of… Continue reading Spring Scholars Day set for May 6
Meet new School of Business Dean Brett Andrews
Newman University will have its new business school dean on campus and on the job next week. Brett K. Andrews, MBA, Ph.D. was named to the position last month and… Continue reading Meet new School of Business Dean Brett Andrews
Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association
Director of Radiological Technologies at Newman University, Megan Rucker, has recently been elected to be an alternate delegate for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists’ education chapter. Rucker has a… Continue reading Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association