Along with being an artist, an athlete, a student and future nurse, Newman junior Lucy Cheatum is an entrepreneur of her embroidery business.
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Newman’s spring STEM program free to high schoolers
The Newman STEM Exploration Program is back for another exciting semester and is free to participants who apply and are accepted.
Student highlight video: Meet Colby Schreiner
Junior Colby Schreiner, a nursing major at Newman University, shares fun facts, his love for Newman and the mentors he’s found along the way.
Turning grief into purpose: Lucy Mwangi is a future physician
Newman graduate Lucy Mwangi ’23 aspires to become the best physician she can be and carries her mother’s memory with her every day.
Experience as primary caretaker leads graduate to career in medicine
For 2023 Newman biology graduate Kamren Hall, his path to becoming a physician has been a winding one.
Newman nursing graduate Allena Kates ready to make a difference
For nursing grad Allena Kates ’24, transferring to Newman was a life-changer that helped her become a compassionate health care professional.
Newman’s director of nursing brings goals to growing program
Newman Director of Nursing Ashton Clarkson ‘09 has always had an interest in helping others in the nursing profession.
Miss Kansas Alexis Smith featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Royalty graced “The Newman Bond” podcast when Newman nursing alumna and 2024 Miss Kansas Alexis Smith ’23 was featured July 16.
Overcoming oceans: Sophia Kassita’s Newman nursing journey
For Newman University graduate Sophia Kassita ‘24, attending Newman University’s nursing school was a transatlantic journey.
A look back at the 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program
Newman University held its 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).
Emma Lintecum earns full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship
Emma Lintecum of Raymore, Missouri, is the most recent recipient of the Saint John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan receives St. Newman Scholarship
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University students to earn the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Nursing professor retires after 30+ years at Newman
Associate Professor of Nursing Debbie Strickert retired on a high note with more than 30 years as a Newman University faculty member.
Newman graduate wins $32k to field gap in health care
At the Shocker New Venture Competition, Newman graduate Nick Vasilescu ’23 took home a first-place win of $25,000 for his product, Testkey.
Making the most of the ‘little while’: Wisdom from Newman’s 2024 Baccalaureate Mass
Newman University’s 2024 Baccalaureate Mass provided inspirational reminders about making a positive impact during our time on Earth.
Once students, now nurses: 2024 pinning ceremony
Seventeen Newman graduates received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Non-medical skills that could save (or start) your medical career
Newman alumna Jaimie Fager ’14 presented invaluable advice to students about non-medical skills necessary for a medical career.
Nursing students surprised with scholarships from veterans
Newman nursing students Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch received far more than just a glazed donut during Jet Friday on April 5.
Biology professor probes question of life beyond Earth with NASA
The answer to the age-old question, “is there life on other planets?” now involves one of Newman’s biology professors.
Med school bound: Nicole Romero’s Newman journey
Nicole Romero, a 2023 graduate of Newman University, was recently accepted into the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Newman receives $1.2 million for southwest Kansas partnerships
Newman University has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to help fund the launch of its Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative.
‘Yes, go to Newman’: Jami Turnquist’s student experience
After taking pre-dental courses at Newman University, student Jami Turnquist was accepted into dental school in Kansas City.
Applications open for 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)
Newman University is now accepting applications for the summer 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).
Chemistry students present research on arsenic detection in well water
Five Newman students and recent graduates recently presented on arsenic detection in well water at the American Chemical Society conference.
Two Newman alumni pass competitive veterinary licensure exam
Four-legged friends are in good hands thanks to two soon-to-be veterinarians and graduates of Newman University, Hanah Huber and Kenneth Santiago.
Student’s research strives to help those with epilepsy
Newman University student Shelby Bussman is transforming her personal struggles with epilepsy into proactive research.
Jet’s dream takes flight with acceptance to KansasCOM
Newman University student Asher Khokhar was recently accepted into a program at the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Respiratory care program ‘best decision’ for student Bryson Gilchrist
For Bryson Gilchrist, transferring to Newman University and starting the respiratory care program was the “best decision I could have made.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
Biochemistry student completes internship with BG Products
Hope Strickbine’s first exposure to BG Products, a Wichita-based company that manufactures automotive products like cleaners and specialty lubricants, was during her senior year of high school.
Student Annette Castillo-Lopez pursues nursing degree
Education is a family affair for Annette Castillo-Lopez, her aunt, Alondra Lopez-Gomez (who’s the same age as her), and her mom, Edith Castillo, all of whom graduated from Butler Community College at the same time.
Meet Newman’s new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice faculty
This past May, the first cohort of Newman University’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program began their studies.
Graduate Averie Ashley prepares for career of service
Graduate Averie Ashley ’22 is taking what she learned at Newman and applying it to her next step at the UAG School of Medicine in Mexico.