Newman alumna Jaimie Fager ’14 presented invaluable advice to students about non-medical skills necessary for a medical career.
Science & Health
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 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.
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.
Student Kaylie Kovach receives KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Kaylie Kovach, a rising senior at Newman University, is a 2023 recipient of the KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
Alumna Camden Hoover earns prestigious research fellowship with NIH
Scientist Camden Hoover ‘18 recently earned a highly competitive fellowship from the National Institutes of Health for her investigative work on the role of glial cells in the nervous system.
One of five St. Newman scholarships goes to Grecia Nunez-Palomares
Grecia Nunez-Palomaresis one of five high school seniors to earn Newman University’s most prestigious scholarship, the St. Newman Scholarship, which offers full tuition renewable for four years.
Maya Watkins earns St. Newman Scholarship
Maya Watkins is one of five students who received the 2023 full-tuition St. Newman scholarship.
Students reflect on Investigative Summer STEM Program: ‘I love it’
The 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) boasted the largest attendance in program history, with 30 high schoolers participating in the overnight camp at Newman University.
Emily Hua earns degree after moving to the U.S. alone
Hy “Emily” Hua came to the United States from Vietnam at the age of 16 — alone — to pursue her education.
Five 2023 graduates soar into new chapters
Since May’s graduation ceremony, several Newman University 2023 graduates have begun an exciting new chapter of their lives — everything from jobs and travel plans to continuing their education.
Newman professor presents two-part series on science and miracles
Through a two-part series, Newman professor Ryan Huschka presented an exploration of the interplay between science and faith for guests of the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita.
OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience
The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson.
Newman pre-med student graduates in three years
Ever since middle school Luke Sanders, a recent Newman biology graduate, has dreamt of being a surgeon.
Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award
Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.
Newman celebrates 2023 nursing grads with pinning ceremony
Graduates of 2023 received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Podcast: Tomoko Bell shares coral research
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Tomoko Bell, assistant professor of biology at Newman University, discussed her passion for research and teaching.
Alumna Lovella Kelley receives Beata Netemeyer Service Award
Lovella Kelley ’91 was recently presented with Newman University’s Beata Netemeyer Service Award.
Nursing grad works in burn ICU unit at The University of Kansas Hospital
Bridget Jorgensen has had an interest in the field of medicine ever since she can remember.