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Newman crew travels 440 miles for Catholic SEEK conference
More than 20,000 college students, priests, religious brothers and sisters and campus ministers attended the 2024 SEEK conference in Saint Louis January 1-5.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Artist Lauren Fitzgerald showcases in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Symbiosis” by artist Lauren Fitzgerald during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm February 2 at Newman University.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour theater challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Ashley Dinh recognized as KU Urban Scholar
Ashley Dinh (‘24) is one of four Newman students accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine Urban Health program.
Podcast explores ASC Service Award Scholarship at Newman
In an episode of The Newman Bond, junior Nathan Huie shared how the ASC Service Award not only allows him to pursue his degree in business management but also encourages a lifelong commitment to service.
Honors student explores world’s longest cave system
In May, Newman sophomore AJ Sweitzer packed her bags and flew to northern Kentucky, home of the largest cave known to mankind.
Early bird tickets now available for Dueling Pianos
Dueling Pianos returns to Newman University Friday, Feb. 23 with dinner, drinks and an interactive dueling pianos performance with HiFi Productions.
Serving and learning in Guatemala
Student Katie Stewart shares her experience throughout the Guatemala Study and Serve Program.
Now live: Fall 2023 Newman Magazine (online)
The Newman Magazine site is now live with new, inspiring stories of students and alumni who embody Newman’s core values.
Newman unveils fall 2023 graduates list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 fall semester.
Cheers to 2023: A year in review
As we look back on 2023, we are filled with gratitude for the ongoing generosity and support of our Newman University community.
Newman proudly announces fall 2023 Dean’s List
Newman University has released its 2023 fall Dean’s List.
Newman’s newest nurses: 2023 pinning ceremony
Twelve nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on December 8 in Newman University’s De Mattias Performance Hall.
Newman campus is lively with holiday spirit
Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.
Videos: Seniors share semester-long research at Scholars Day
During Newman Scholars Day Monday, Dec. 4, seniors presented their final presentations and research papers to fellow students, faculty and staff members.
A student’s exploration of Europe
Newman senior Joshua Dessenberger shares his experience abroad on the Europe by Rail trip.
Week 2: Newman Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 3-24.
Week 1: Newman Advent reflections
A new Advent reflection will be shared for each day of the week, courtesy of Newman University.
‘Speculative Futures’ showcasing now in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Speculative Futures” by artist Anthony Mead during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm December 1 at Newman University.
Tiffany Huynh admitted to KU Scholars in Urban Health program
Tiffany Huynh was recognized as part of the Scholars in Urban Health program with The University of Kansas School of Medicine.
Newman student recognized by KU School of Medicine as Rural Scholar
In fall 2025, Newman University junior Emily Pachta will start her next chapter at The University of Kansas School of Medicine.
Video: Staff member talks Native American traditions
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, general maintenance technician Robert Crossland shares his family traditions as part of the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Newman offers a prayer for peace during annual prayer breakfast
More than 40 students, faculty and staff gathered for the annual prayer breakfast November 15 in the Mabee Dining Center at Newman University.
Angelica Rodriguez recognized as Urban Health Scholar
Student Angelica Rodriguez was recently recognized as part of the Scholars in Urban Health program at The University of Kansas School of Medicine.
Podcast episode reveals a deep dive into living on campus
On a recent episode of Newman University’s official podcast, The Newman Bond, Director of Residence Life Ian Lecki chatted with current student Thomas Munn about the benefits of living on campus.
Social work professor overcomes life-changing brain condition
One year ago, Vanessa Rials was in what a medical professional would refer to as “good health,” with no history of broken bones, surgeries or major health concerns.
Newman freshman wants to become a pediatrician, but he’s already a musician
Freshman Hunter Lough is studying to become a pediatrician, but he’d also really like a career in music.
‘Soul sisters’: a friendship from kindergarten to Newman University
First-year students Ashley Ibarra and Kassandra Martinez have been best friends since attending Payne Elementary School in Wichita.
MSW student overcomes challenges to pursue her dream career
Master of Social Work student Crystal Khan’s journey over the past several months has been anything but easy.
Podcast episode highlights study abroad journey
On this episode of Newman University’s official podcast, The Newman Bond, junior Emily Pachta reflected on her study abroad journey this past spring semester to Newman’s sister school in Birmingham, England.
From Newman to New York: A student’s internship
Newman University student Hayley Stewart shares her experience at a summer internship in New York City.
New Heritage Room display features 90 years of Newman
There’s now a tangible collection of archives photos, artifacts and more on display for students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate Newman’s 90 years.
Ahead of the med school game: Alex DeHoet
Alex DeHoet is one of two Newman students to receive early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine beginning mid-July.
Joshua Dessenberger earns early admission to medical school
When Dessenberger opened the email that stated he received early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine, he was brought to tears.
Newman hosts annual blood drive Oct. 30
Newman University invites the public and campus community to participate in an American Red Cross blood drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman University announces academic changes for 2024-25
Newman University has announced a continuation of restructuring its academic offerings for fall 2024 which began last year with the launch of 10 new academic programs.
From active recovery to $10,000 social work fellowship: Maggie Papalia
Newman University Master of Social Work student Maggie Papalia, who’s also a graduate of the Bachelor of Social Work program, was recently awarded a prestigious $10,000 fellowship from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Home away from home: An international student’s Newman journey
Junior Dana Issabayeva may be more than 6,400 miles from her home in Kazakhstan, but she is happy to have a second home at Newman University.