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
Academics
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
No classes on Labor Day
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!
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