Maya Watkins is one of five students who received the 2023 full-tuition St. Newman scholarship.
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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.
Alumna named pastoral care director at St. Bernards Medical Center
Megan Mayeux ’18, ’20 was hired as the first lay director of pastoral care at Saint Bernards Medical Center in Arkansas.
Newman announces new graduate biomedical science degree
Newman University officials have announced a new undergraduate degree in biomedical science.
Alumna is medical director for Iowa vet hospital
Erin Schmidt ’13 used her biochemistry degree to pursue a career in the veterinary field.
Applications open for 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)
Newman University is now accepting applications for the summer 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).
Newman University and Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine announce partnership
In response to the severe physician shortage in Kansas, Newman University and Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) announced an admissions partnership agreement March 20.
Newman to host ‘Converging Roads’ medical ethics conference April 22
Newman University, in collaboration with The Gerber Institute, will host the conference “Converging Roads: Health Care & Human Dignity” on Saturday, April 22.
Alumnus Todd Martz making waves at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Todd Martz stumbled into the field of chemical oceanography as a graduate student in the University of Montana’s chemistry department, where he studied chemical sensor instrumentation that was being developed… Continue reading Alumnus Todd Martz making waves at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Sonography graduate opens 3D ultrasound business
Arunie Siyavong ’20 opened a 3D/4D and 5D ultrasound studio called Glimpse of Love
Student Lauren Esfeld heading to Oregon for optometry school
After graduation, senior Lauren Esfeld will attend the Pacific University College of Optometry.
Aliyah Good finishes nursing degree with newborn
Aliyah Good ’22 juggled nursing school, pregnancy and a newborn while attending Newman University.
A care-filled practice: nursing student pursues dream at Newman
Emily Gonzales-Bautista, a fourth-year nursing student at Newman University, hopes to transform society for the better with every patient she serves.
Nursing graduate to begin career as postpartum nurse
Rebecca Hageman, a December 2022 graduate of Newman University, is ready for her next chapter.
From student to nurse: Fall 2022 pinning ceremony
Eighteen nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the spring nursing pinning ceremony December 9, in Newman University’s De Mattias Performance Hall.
Newman student has 10-year connection with ASC sisters
This marks junior Alpha Magafu’s tenth year of education from the ASC sisters — first in high school in Tanzania, and now at Newman University in Wichita, Kansas.
Celebrating 5 years of education in the Bishop Gerber Science Center
On Nov. 17, Newman University donors, alumni, faculty, staff and current students gathered to celebrate the first five years of the state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center on campus during an open house event.
Newman senior Alexis Smith crowned Miss Wichita
Not only is Alexis Smith a senior at Newman University, she’s also Miss Wichita 2023.
Video: Native American Heritage Month with Kaelyn Johnson
Watch the video as Kaelyn Johnson shares her Native American heritage and family traditions, favorite foods, the vibrancy of the culture, and what it means to be a student at Newman.
Newman pharmacy students soar into the real world
Newman University’s pre-pharmacy program is designed to help students build a foundation for future success in the world of pharmacy, and these two members of the Newman community exemplify just that.
Alumna pursues NIH infectious diseases fellowship
Newman University alumna Jessica Bass is the first Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine to be selected for an NIH fellowship in infectious disease.
Newman Medical Professionals Club to host blood drive on Halloween
Faculty and students of the Newman University Medical Professionals Club are inviting the community to campus for a Red Cross blood drive Monday, October 31.
Student’s epilepsy experiences fuel passion for pediatric neurology
First-year Newman student Shelby Bussman spent her senior year at Derby High School bringing awareness to a disorder that she has a personal experience with: epilepsy.
Newman offers free STEM Exploration Program for high schoolers
Thanks to a generous grant from Evergy, the 2023 Newman STEM Exploration Program (NSEP) is free to participants who apply and are accepted.
Newman student earns Kansas Independent College Foundation scholarship
A group photo of students at the Mid-Autumn Moonfestival event, co-hosted by Asian Student Association and the Multicultural Leadership Organization at Newman University. (Courtesy photo)
Get to know Newman’s newest science experts
Newman University is known for its top-notch programs in the fields of science and health, and is thrilled to welcome new faculty members to its newly named School of Healthcare Professions.
Newman alumna recognized for military service
CPT Paige Puryear ‘16 was recently recognized during the Armed Forces CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists) Appreciation Month.
Video recap: 2022 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)
Seventeen high school students dedicated a week of summer to partake in the Newman Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) June 20-24.
Sonography student takes things one day at a time
Stephanie Waltermire, a Newman sonography student, did what not a lot of people can lay claim to: she graduated high school at the age of 16.
Non-academic stoles allow graduates to reflect on time at Newman
The three non-academic Newman stoles for graduates celebrate dedication to athletics, diversity and inclusion as well as student involvement.