Science & Health
Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Adversity comes in many forms. Logan Kemp ‘20 said he learned a very important lesson during his time at Newman University: “The best way to do things is the right… Continue reading Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Respiratory Care Program receives Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award
The Respiratory Care Program has been acknowledged by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care for meeting their efforts.
Melissa Smith appointed to Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Melissa Smith, occupational therapy assistant (OTA) instructor and academic fieldwork coordinator, was appointed to the Kansas Occupational Therapist Council of the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA). In her… Continue reading Melissa Smith appointed to Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Donors help student realize dream of higher education
TaTy’Terria “TaTy” Gary is more than thankful for her Newman University education and the donors who have made her educational journey possible. Attending college had been a dream for Gary… Continue reading Donors help student realize dream of higher education
Nursing student prepares to transform society
Newman students have a special, innate desire to transform society. Jose Rojas-Montero ’20 was inspired to do just that while at Newman University. He graduated in May with a nursing… Continue reading Nursing student prepares to transform society
Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
The spring 2020 nursing pinning ceremony at Newman University looked much different due to a national pandemic that resulted in gathering restrictions for cities across the United States. In the… Continue reading Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
One-on-one instruction, small class sizes, multiple ways to get involved, personalized academic attention, local internship opportunities, tight-knit community and skill-building at its best. These and more are all common descriptors… Continue reading The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
Alumni thankful for Newman experience; earns doctorate from Notre Dame
Francisco “Pancho” Fields cherishes the memories and skills he gained at Newman University, all of which aided in his journey toward obtaining his doctorate in Biological Sciences at Notre Dame.… Continue reading Alumni thankful for Newman experience; earns doctorate from Notre Dame
Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
Newman University is known for its popular science and allied health programs. In fact, nearly half of Newman’s programs are focused on mental and physical health. One of those programs is diagnostic… Continue reading Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
Adventure awaits for alumnus and medical school graduate
Medical school dreams are what led Gabe Stewart to Newman University. When he graduated, he had many fond memories of his alma mater along with an acceptance into the University… Continue reading Adventure awaits for alumnus and medical school graduate
Newman alumnus aiding in COVID-19 research
Respiratory care program prepares graduates for high demand jobs
Chemistry major recognized for research at BG Products Inc.
Senior chemistry major Madeleine Dellinger is making a name for herself in automotive research at BG Products Inc. It all started when Associate Professor of Chemistry Ryan Huschka urged Dellinger… Continue reading Chemistry major recognized for research at BG Products Inc.
Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
Through hard work and determination, senior Thor Balavage has been able to pin down the responsibilities of being a nursing student, a student-athlete as a wrestler and a resident assistant.… Continue reading Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Kristen Machacek knew she wanted to pursue a doctor of pharmacy degree before she ever started college. Her curiosity and interest in the health care field was triggered when she… Continue reading From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Newman spring STEM program celebrates students
Each spring, Newman University hosts its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Exploration Program, sponsored by BNSF Railway. This program is designed to help high school students, freshmen through seniors,… Continue reading Newman spring STEM program celebrates students
OTA class uses 3D printer to create projects
The Occupational Therapy Assistant class (OTA) got creative with the 3D printer on campus.
Nursing Pinning Ceremony celebrates fall 2019 candidates
Veteran seeks degree to pay it forward
Ismael Alvarez knew from a very young age that he wanted to be a soldier. He was in the second grade when he attended his sister’s Army basic training graduation… Continue reading Veteran seeks degree to pay it forward
Annual blood drive exceeds expectations
The radiologic technology department held its annual blood drive Oct. 22 with a goal of collecting 43 pints of blood. That goal was exceeded by more than 20 pints with… Continue reading Annual blood drive exceeds expectations
Quick Google search lands South Carolina student at Newman
Looking back on ISSP 2019
Each year, Newman University hosts the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP). The camp allows high school students a chance to experience an immersive college experience, living in residence halls and… Continue reading Looking back on ISSP 2019
Newman to host ISSP camp for future STEM majors
Above photo: Students attending the 2018 ISSP pose for a photo in the Bishop Gerber Science Center. Summer may be here, but for some high school students, learning is still calling their name. From June 17 through 27, Newman University will be holding the Investigative Summer… Continue reading Newman to host ISSP camp for future STEM majors
OTA candidates celebrate during pinning ceremony
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) candidates celebrated during a traditional pinning ceremony Saturday, May 11, 2019. The ceremony dates back to the 1860s with Florence Nightingale awarding medals to her brightest… Continue reading OTA candidates celebrate during pinning ceremony
Megan Cook receives Faculty Teaching Excellence award
Each spring, Newman University students can nominate a full-time professor for the Faculty Teaching Excellence award. This year, the award was given to Megan Cook, DNAP, MSNA, assistant director, clinical… Continue reading Megan Cook receives Faculty Teaching Excellence award
Nursing degree candidates attend ceremonial pinning
Newman University recognized 24 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the spring 2019 Nursing Pinning Ceremony held May 10 in De Mattias Performance Hall. The traditional… Continue reading Nursing degree candidates attend ceremonial pinning
Students create experiments from scratch in CMB lab
Students enrolled in the cellular and molecular biology (CMB) lab this semester may have been expecting to work with cells — but instead, they got to work with worms. Assistant… Continue reading Students create experiments from scratch in CMB lab
Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
At the end of each semester as part of Scholars Day, upperclassmen can present original research as a capstone project for their degree either in the form of a slideshow… Continue reading Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
The Honors and Academic Awards Banquet was held on Wednesday, April 17. More than 50 students, faculty and staff were recognized for their academic achievements and involvement throughout the year.… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
The second-grade class from Belle Plaine Elementary in Kansas came to Newman University for hands-on science activities April 15. When Brandi Boese, a Newman alumna and one of the school’s… Continue reading Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
Cadaver lab is important training tool
Cadaver labs are a rare find in Kansas. Newman University boasts one of only two in Wichita and one of the only cadaver labs in Kansas’ private schools. The Bishop… Continue reading Cadaver lab is important training tool
Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Presley Williams of Augusta High School in Augusta, Kansas, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial award… Continue reading Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Lab coat ceremony celebrates student mentors
Graduate Jared Smarsh belongs to a family of Newman nurses
Newman student Jared Smarsh recently joined more than one member of his family as a Newman University nursing program alumni this fall. Smarsh, who began his college education at Fort… Continue reading Graduate Jared Smarsh belongs to a family of Newman nurses
Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 15 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2018 Nursing Pinning Ceremony. The ceremony was held Dec. 14 in the De Mattias… Continue reading Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
The Newman University diagnostic medical sonography program is unique in many respects. The program offers students a hands-on learning experience on campus and an end result of a bachelor’s degree,… Continue reading Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad
Laura Shine, biology pre-med major, has been accepted into the early admit program at the University of Kansas (KU) School of Medicine. She said she’s looking forward to her spring 2018… Continue reading University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad
Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Newman University student Camden Hoover participated in a highly competitive research experience over the past summer at Portland State University (PSU). The research focused on nano-materials and electron microscopy. The research… Continue reading Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Alumna Joey Egan flourishes in respiratory care work, saves a life
Alumna Joey Egan was at a family breakfast in El Dorado, Kansas, when her 20-day-old nephew stopped breathing. Egan’s sister, Kristen Greene, was holding baby Wilder when she noticed he… Continue reading Alumna Joey Egan flourishes in respiratory care work, saves a life