One of Newman’s own, ASC Sister Marita Rother ‘62, is the sister of a future saint: Blessed Father Stanley Francis Rother.
Religion & Philosophy
Confession and Therapy: A Newman student’s presentation at a conference
Senior Isabel Porres represented Newman at a religious conference, presenting the topic of her senior thesis: The Complementary Roles of Confession and Talk Therapy. The American Academy of Religion’s Regional… Continue reading Confession and Therapy: A Newman student’s presentation at a conference
Student Daniel Mies deepens faith through seminary formation
Daniel Mies, a Newman student and seminarian, said his discernment story unfolded gradually through an openness to God’s will.
This Newman garden honors five ASC sisters who were martyred
More than 30 years ago, five ASC sisters were martyred while serving in Liberia — and a garden on Newman’s campus honors them today.
Theology Professor Matthew Umbarger publishes first book
After 20 years of research, revision and persistence, Matthew Umbarger, Ph.D., associate professor of theology, has published his first book, “A Table in the Presence of My Enemies: Banqueting and Battling in Ancient Israel.”
Student witnesses Christ’s presence in the poor during Guatemala Study & Serve
During Newman’s Guatemala Study & Serve event, Thomas Elliott of Wichita experienced an encounter with Christ in the faces of the poor.
New Heritage Room display honors St. John Henry Newman
Sacred Heart Hall’s Heritage Room has a new display dedicated to Newman’s namesake, Saint John Henry Newman.
Newman University enrolls largest number of seminarians yet
A record-breaking 25 seminarians enrolled for fall 2025, marking the largest seminarian class in Newman University’s history.
Campus Ministry office unveils new look
The Campus Ministry office just got a makeover and expansion, and it’s making a difference to students.
Newman celebrates 85th anniversary of Father Emil Kapaun’s ordination
Newman University honored the 85th anniversary of Father Emil Kapaun’s ordination with Mass celebrated in St. John’s Chapel on June 9.
From online graduate to future priest: Daniel Cooper
Newman alumnus Daniel Cooper ’20 will be ordained as a transitional deacon in November, marking a step closer to the priesthood.
The Gerber Institute presents ‘Savoring the Faith’ fundraiser
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies will be holding the “Savoring the Faith” fundraiser from 7-9 pm Saturday, June 29, in the Newman University Dugan Gorges Conference Center.
Newman names new dean for the School of Catholic Studies
Newman University’s School of Catholic Studies recently scored a new dean with a familiar face: Joshua Papsdorf.
Father Adam Grelinger shares homily honoring St. Maria De Mattias
On February 1, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast day.
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.
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.
Father Fred Kammer to present “Four Steps to Solidarity: Catholic Thought and Social Systems” at Newman University
Rev. Fred Kammer SJ, former CEO of Catholic Charities USA, will be presenting “Four Steps to Solidarity: Catholic Thought and Social Systems” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Newman University.
Matthew Nguyen’s Newman experience: from seminary to fatherhood
For 2023 graduate Matthew Nguyen, his college journey has been a winding road.
Students win $100 each for Heritage Month contest
During Heritage Month, an essay, TikTok (short video) and visual arts contest was held for students Feb. 2 through Feb. 17.
Catholic speaker Andrew Seeley to present at Newman Jan. 27
All are welcome to attend the free talk, “The Great Tales Never End: The Lord of the Rings as Cultural Epic,” presented by Andrew Seeley, PhD at 7 pm Friday, January 27.
‘My relationships at Newman saved my life’: David Denny’s story
David Denny, a Newman alum who graduated in 1984 with a degree in both marketing and business administration, shared how Father Tom Welk and the relationships he made at Newman saved his life.
Couple meets pope on honeymoon, finds joy in their theology careers
Not many people can say they met the Pope on their honeymoon. But Newman University alums Deanna (Jones) and Michael Johnston can.
Newman senior works full time with Wichita diocese Office of Hispanic Ministry
Senior Jose Morales, a double major in theology and philosophy, is balancing life as both a full-time student and full-time employee with the Office of Hispanic Ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita.
Seminarians experience immersive summer Spanish program
Over the course of the summer, seminarians from the House of Formation came to the Newman campus to experience a weekly, immersive Spanish program.
Fr. Adam Grelinger returns from Spain’s Camino de Santiago
Recently Newman Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger returned from Spain with his parents to walk half the iconic Camino de Santiago.
Students share college reflections at Baccalaureate Mass
Students Kayla Garvert and Marcus Anthony Gonzales were selected to share their reflections following the Baccalaureate Mass Thursday, May 5.
Graduates honored with first on-campus Baccalaureate Mass in 7 years
For the first time in seven years, the annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 5.
Outstanding students honored with 2022 Academic Awards
The 2022 Academic Awards recognized several outstanding students of Newman University April 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman students participate in Zoom call with Pope Francis
On February 24, Newman was part of a Zoom event called “Building Bridges: A Synodal Encounter Between Pope Francis and Universities.”
A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day
For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.
Students travel to lakeside cabins for Campus Ministry spiritual retreat
Twenty-one Newman students took advantage of Campus Ministry’s three-day spiritual retreat, Cor ad Cor.
Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman
More than 140 people watched the live showing of “Once Was Lost,” a Father Kapaun documentary created by Travis Heying and Roy Wenzl.
Father Kapaun: home at last, remembering Newman roots
Father Emil Kapaun — who was ordained as a Catholic priest in Saint John’s Chapel at Newman University and died as a prisoner of war in North Korea 70 years ago — has finally returned home to Kansas.
Adjunct professor shares passion for philosophy
Ruel Mannette, Newman’s newest adjunct professor, put his philosophy background to work by teaching an online ethics course this summer.
Newman University announces spring 2021 graduates
On Friday, May 7, a total of 268 graduates were recognized in the Newman University spring 2021 commencement ceremonies at the Hartman Arena in Wichita. Undergraduate and graduate program degrees… Continue reading Newman University announces spring 2021 graduates
2021 spring Dean’s List released
Newman University has released its 2021 spring Dean’s List.
Marie O’Neal lands teaching opportunity in Madrid
In August, Newman graduate Marie O’Neal will head to Madrid, Spain, where she landed an overseas opportunity as an English Teaching Assistant with Meddeas.
Father Emil Kapaun coming home
The remains of Father Emil Kapaun, who was ordained into priesthood in 1940 in St. John’s Chapel at what is now Newman University, were recently identified by a United States… Continue reading Father Emil Kapaun coming home
School of Catholic Studies introduces ‘great books’ into coursework
The Newman University School of Catholic Studies has introduced a new series of courses based on the “great books” of Catholic and religious history. Joshua Papsdorf, director of the graduate… Continue reading School of Catholic Studies introduces ‘great books’ into coursework
Join Campus Ministry on the virtual red couch
As a response to the loneliness of social isolation, Newman University Campus Ministry is increasing its online presence in order to uphold the university’s strong community atmosphere in this time… Continue reading Join Campus Ministry on the virtual red couch