Newman University is serving as research partner to the City of Wichita for a program called “Project HOPE.”
Accomplishments
Staff member serves as life coach to Miss Wichita scholarship winners
Vanessa Rials will serve as the personal success and life coach to the three female winners of the Miss Wichita scholarship competition.
Newman alumna named Miss Capital City
Gabby Altenor, a May 2021 graduate in biology and Ablah Award recipient, was recently named Miss Capital City 2022, which is affiliated with the Miss America Organization.
Senior Allison Williams prepares for prestigious doctoral program
Following graduation, senior Allison Williams will head to The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles.
Alumna Sarah Balderas celebrates one year of law firm ownership
English alumna Sarah Balderas just celebrated year one of the Balderas Legal Group LLC, an immigration law firm located in Wichita.
Newman recognizes retirement of three longtime professors
On November 14, staff, faculty and alumni celebrated the work of Dr. Larry Heck, Dr. Jane Weilert and Joan Melzer.
Army Captain and alumnus logs nearly 2,000 miles in Middle East
Captain Matthew Ayers, a two-time Newman graduate of 2016 and 2018, completed nearly 2,000 miles in an Army camp.
What I have Newman to thank for: reflections of an international student after 15 years
Newman graduate Levi Nyitrai reflects on his education at Newman University and the skills gained that he carries with him today.
Tallgrass Film Festival honors Gordon Parks with filmmaker’s award; carries Newman connection
Wilma Moore-Black ‘92 said she feels honored to have been part of the newest Tallgrass Film Festival award honoring Gordon Parks.
Professor Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years at Newman
Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years as a professor of communication at Newman University, making an impact on countless students along the way.
Student Daniel Knolla earns early admission to medical school
Daniel Knolla — a senior biochemistry major and member of the Sloppy Joes — was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine (KU).
Alumnus Jordan Barney steps into medical residency
2014 alumnus Jordan Barney majored in biology, finished medical school at the KU School of Medicine and is now entering into medical residency.
Alumni Award nominations now open for 2022
Newman University is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Awards to be presented in April 2022.
Newman staff member and veteran honored with Kansas Honor Banner
In honor of her military service, Senior Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs Melanie Flanagan is featured on a Kansas Honor Banner.
Newman graduate reconnects with ASC through nursing career
Erin Schueller ’19 went from working as an ICU nurse to serving the ASC sisters at the Wichita center as a registered nurse.
AJ Morris named The Community Voice’s Student-Athlete of the Week
Newman graduate student and men’s basketball player AJ Morris was tabbed The Community Voice Student-Athlete of the Week.
Two Newman theater faculty work on PBS documentary
Theater Adjunct Professor Christy Cunningham Railsback is creating costumes for an upcoming PBS documentary, “Contested Plains,” alongside producer and Newman Director of Theater Mark Mannette.
John Vogt celebrates 35 years with Newman
John Vogt, associate professor and chair of the Division of Science and Mathematics, recently celebrated his 35th year with Newman.
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands dream role with IGN Entertainment
Rebekah Valentine, a 2013 Newman graduate, is a news reporter at IGN Entertainment — a leading online media company for video games.
Alumna Jaimie Fager answers calling, plans to open family practice
Jaimie Fager ‘14 plans to open her own family medical practice with colleague Doctor Robert Roeser in Andover, Kansas.
Two Newman alumnae celebrate 50th jubilee as ASC sisters
Sister Susan Welsby ’73 and Sister Sara Dwyer ’73 celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ on Saturday, Sept. 4.
Trio of Newman individuals receive Mary Jane Teall Awards
Three Newman individuals recently won Mary Jane Teall Awards: Christy Cunningham Railsback, Deanne Zogleman and Lyle Valentine.
Newman alumnus publishes short story
Newman alumnus Jeff Baker ’83 recently published a short story titled “Solar Pons and the Testament in Ice” in the anthology “The Necronomicon of Solar Pons: Lovecraftian Tales of the Sherlock Holmes of Praed Street.”
Soaring to new heights: Inauguration of President Kathleen S. Jagger
Newman University soared into a new era with the official inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger on Thursday, October 7.
Kansas Teacher of the Year is Newman alumna Susanne Stevenson ’19
Susanne Stevenson ‘19 was recently named Kansas Teacher of the Year by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).
Turner Middendorf named director of residence life at Newman
After serving as the interim director of residence life since May 2020, Turner Middendorf was named Newman’s new director of residence life.
Communication alumna Madison McCollum builds magazine from ground up
Equipped with her communication degree, 2019 Newman alumna Madison McCollum is making waves in the workforce.
Alumnus Mitch Austin signs with pro baseball team in Australia
’21 Newman University graduate Mitch Austin signed with the Sydney Blue Sox, a professional baseball team in the Australia Baseball League.
Newman to install Kathleen S. Jagger as its president
President Kathleen Jagger will be officially installed as Newman University’s 12th president during an inauguration ceremony at 2 pm on Thursday, October 7, in Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center.
Soaring into Inauguration Week with special events: Oct. 3-9
On Thursday, October 7, Newman University will celebrate the inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger, Ph.D., MPH.
Newman cross country teams aim big
With three of its runners experiencing recent wins and records, Newman University’s cross country team has an impressive roster this season.
Christine Schneikart-Luebbe named vice president
After a nationwide search, Newman University found its Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success (VPEMSS) in its own backyard.
Newman alumnus pays it forward through family’s nonprofit
Lawrence Poland graduated from Newman University with a business management degree in 1989 but is no stranger to roles in leadership.
Alumna Ann Fox honored at HumanKind Banquet
Ann Fox, alumna of Newman University, was awarded the “Leadership Through Action Award” at the 2021 Humanitarian Awards Benefit.
Master of Social Work graduate Sierra Fair lands her dream job
Sierra Fair, a Master of Social Work graduate of 2021, recently landed her dream job as a mental health therapist.
Newman University celebrates 88-year anniversary
On September 12, 2021, Newman University celebrates 88 full years as a Catholic educational institution.
Karen Noel drew first illustration of new grasshopper species
Karen Noel — the admin assistant for the Newman School of Social Work — drew the first illustration of a new grasshopper species in Ecuador.
Tennis alum Regis Fox credits Newman for leadership skills
Tennis alum Regis Fox gives Newman University a lot of credit for molding him into the leader he is today.
Respiratory care program recognized by national organization
For the second straight year Newman University’s respiratory care program has received an award from a national healthcare association. The Associate of Science in Health Science – Respiratory Care degree… Continue reading Respiratory care program recognized by national organization
Food Services Director Chris Heck relishes pickleball
Chris Heck may be best known as food services director, but he’s also known nationally for winning gold in the U.S. Open of Pickleball.