Newman University honored two employees from more than 40 nominations during its 2026 Staff and Teaching Excellence Awards ceremony May 21.
Accomplishments
‘Dance in the rain’: Reflections from the 2026 Baccalaureate Mass
The 2026 Baccalaureate Mass featured a homily by Bishop Carl Kemme rooted in the life of Saint John Henry Newman and student reflections.
Newman honors MSW class of 2026 at annual pinning ceremony
Newman University’s School of Education and Social Work celebrated its 2026 MSW graduates at the annual pinning ceremony.
Shareable videos and photos: Your commencement week replay
From videos to colorful photographs, the University Relations team captured some of commencement week’s best moments on camera.
Thomas Munn honored with 2026 Harvey J. Ablah Award
The Harvey J. Ablah Award was awarded to accounting graduate Thomas Munn, a graduate of Newman University.
Travia Smith honored with 2026 Leona J. Ablah Award
Elementary education graduate Travia Smith ’26 was awarded Newman University’s highest undergraduate honor: the Leona J. Ablah Award.
‘Instruments of God’s healing love’: 50 graduates receive healthcare pins
Supporters packed the Performance Hall for the spring 2026 nursing, diagnostic medical sonography and radiologic technology pinning ceremony.
Class of 2026 called to be ‘lifelong learners’ at commencement
Newman University honored the class of 2026 during its annual commencement ceremony at Heartland Credit Union Arena on Saturday, May 16.
Celebrating Newman’s 18 DNAP graduates
Family members, faculty and friends celebrated 18 graduates of the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program on May 1.
The best of Jets nation: Your end-of-year athletics recap
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Newman Honors Program celebrates one of largest graduating classes in history
Newman University’s Honors Program graduated 22 seniors in 2026, one of the largest classes in program history.
2026 Student Life Awards announced
Newman’s Student Life team celebrated students, faculty and organizations at the annual Student Life Awards as part of Spring Fling on May 8.
Students present more than 90 projects on Scholars Day
Seniors of Newman University shared their research in the form of poster projects and presentations during a bustling Scholars Day on May 8.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 30-May 7
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Jetspy Awards salute 2025-26 Newman athletes
Newman University Athletics crowned its 2025-26 Jetspy winners on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 during a formal event at Fugate Gymnasium.
First-year student Claire Jacobson earns awards in bowling, eyes future in teaching
Claire Jacobson’s first season on Newman’s bowling team brought more recognition than she expected as a first-year student.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 23-30
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First Friday exhibition features illustrations by Rebekah Strickbine ’25
The Steckline Gallery will present “Walks with Joy” by Newman graduate Rebekah Strickbine ‘25 during a First Friday exhibition on May 1.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 16-23
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Vantage staff wins top award for fourth year
For the fourth consecutive year, the staff of The Vantage won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference.
Recognizing leaders, raising the next: 2026 Legacy Awards Banquet
Newman University brought together generations of alumni, donors and future leaders for its 2026 Legacy Awards Banquet on Tuesday, April 21.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 9-16
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Turning hardship into purpose: Sophia Flores-Lerma’s ASC Service Award capstone
Sophia Flores-Lerma’s ASC Service Award capstone project supported pregnant women through the challenges and surprises the journey brings.
Newman alumna honored in West High Athletic Hall of Fame after 26-year career
Chemistry alumna Carolyn LeFevre ’75 was recently inducted into the West High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
‘What success looks like:’ Students honored with 2026 academic awards
Newman University students were recognized for exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 15.
‘Be proud of how far you’ve come:’ A senior reflection from Sophia Flores-Lerma ’26
Soon-to-be Newman graduate Sophia Flores-Lerma’s journey has been shaped by fear, faith, resilience and purpose.
Newman University unveils $1M smart mobile agriculture lab in Garden City
Newman University unveiled its smart mobile agriculture lab bringing drone, AI and ag technology education to Southwest Kansas students.
Podcast: Former student-athlete CJ Campbell’s job with NFL
On this episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Newman University alumnus CJ Campbell shares his journey from student-athlete to NFL employee.
Your weekly athletics recap: April 2-9
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Angie Smith ‘25 turns family experience into path in sonography
Graduate Angie Smith ‘25 came to Newman as a diagnostic sonography major with a nontraditional, but meaningful path.
Newman’s Pi Gamma Mu welcomes nine new members
Newman’s Kansas Theta Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu welcomed nine new members during an induction ceremony on March 29.
Alumna Cindy Miles appointed to CEO/president of the Urban League of Kansas
Newman University alumna Cindy Miles ’09 was recently appointed CEO and president of the Urban League of Kansas in Wichita.
Newman names Air Force veteran as new director of facilities
Newman University has named Aaron Ryder as its new director of facilities.
Your weekly athletics recap: March 26-Apr. 2
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Newman’s Sloppy Joe Improv Troupe shines onstage during spring break competition
Eight students of Newman University’s Sloppy Joe Improv Troupe traded their spring break for the spotlight at a competition in Omaha.
Newman nurse Abby Walker ’07 finds purpose in helping others
Newman alumna Abby Walker’s above-and-beyond efforts as a nurse haven’t gone unnoticed by patients and colleagues alike.
Newman MSW students attend national social work conference
Four Master of Social Work students attended the Council on Social Work Education Annual Conference this spring, one of the largest gatherings in the field.
Your weekly athletics recap: March. 12-26
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Women’s bowling makes history, secures spot at nationals
For the first time in more than a decade, Newman is celebrating a conference championship thanks to the women’s bowling team.
Get all your Newman graduation details in one spot
The countdown is on for Newman University’s graduation ceremony on May 16, 2026, at the Heartland Credit Union Arena in Wichita.