Accomplishments
Teacher shortage means immediate jobs for graduates
Newman University is meeting the need for more teachers in the state by providing a convenient and accelerated education degree program in Western Kansas. The program has benefited hundreds of… Continue reading Teacher shortage means immediate jobs for graduates
Alumna speaks at symposium to empower women in the workplace
Jennifer (Lindabury) Blundon ’01 was given the opportunity to present at this year’s Women in Leadership Symposium in Chicago. The event was run by the Illinois Diversity Council and the… Continue reading Alumna speaks at symposium to empower women in the workplace
Student worker Sadie Korte auditions for American Idol
Newman junior Sadie Korte has always carried a passion for music. She and her twin sister started performing, singing together during high school talent shows. Her musical talent includes piano,… Continue reading Student worker Sadie Korte auditions for American Idol
Newman student Taty’Terria Gary recognized for service
Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Known to his Wichita Eagle readers as Keeper of the Plans, Matt Riedl is making new plans for himself with his recent move to Arlington, Virginia. Riedl, a 2015 Newman… Continue reading Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Partnership with Cowley College will help meet the need for more Kansas teachers
Former Newman wrestler finds new path
Former Newman wrestler Miles Johns signed an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) contract and is now jumping into the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Johns said he grew from his… Continue reading Former Newman wrestler finds new path
Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
The Newman University School of Education chose Tara Thomas to receive the Sister Thomasine Stoecklein Teaching Academy Scholarship. The scholarship is named for Stoecklein, who was born in 1923 and… Continue reading Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Amanda Becker, a December 2018 graduate with a degree in theology and mathematics, is headed to Baylor in the fall to pursue her dream of teaching theology. Becker never planned… Continue reading Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
For the past three years, Dean of the Newman University School of Business Brett Andrews has been a facilitator for the Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA) Roundtable, giving him an opportunity… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
An all-Newman team participated in the Tallgrass Film Festival “Take 36” film race, which took place June 28-30, with their short film “Next of Kin.” As part of the competition,… Continue reading All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
Gabrielle Altenor weighs a heavy schedule with powerlifting
Sophomore Gabrielle Altenor is raising the bar on extracurricular activities with powerlifting. Altenor said even though her high school, Kapaun Mount Carmel (KMC), did not have a powerlifting team until… Continue reading Gabrielle Altenor weighs a heavy schedule with powerlifting
Newman celebrates its first Spirit MBA cohort graduates
The Newman University School of Business was proud to recognize its first Spirit Aerosystems cohort of Master of Business Administration (MBA) students during the 2019 commencement ceremony.
Newman University releases spring 2019 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have released the 2019 spring semester Dean’s List. A total of 389 students have met the qualifications to be recognized, validating a semester of hard work and… Continue reading Newman University releases spring 2019 Dean’s List
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
Graduation: a family affair
Hamersky was a popular last name at the May 2019 commencement ceremony. It’s been said many times in Newman graduation history but never three times in one day. Shellie Hamersky,… Continue reading Graduation: a family affair
Prestigious Ablah Awards presented at Newman commencement ceremony
Degree in hand, ready to change lives
Recent Newman University elementary education graduate Kimberly Giesen shares a similar experience with many students who choose to return to college later in life. Their stories follow similar timelines —… Continue reading Degree in hand, ready to change lives
Graduates and their Newman experience
Most university graduates would agree that a lot of changes occur during their four years in school. The college experience helps students grow and learn and become adults ready to… Continue reading Graduates and their Newman experience
Newman University announces the retirement of President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D.
President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., is set to retire at the end of 2019.
2019 commencement ceremonies celebrate graduates
Newman University celebrated with graduates and their families and friends Saturday, May 11, at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kansas. Undergraduate and graduate program degrees were presented to the 2018-19… Continue reading 2019 commencement ceremonies celebrate graduates
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
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
Jetspys celebrates student-athletes
The 2019 Jetspy awards ceremony took place Wednesday, May 1, at Newman University.
Newman students earn journalism scholarships
Newman University students Emily Larkin and Courtney Klaus have been chosen to receive Gridiron scholarships, presented by the Kansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). Gridiron is… Continue reading Newman students earn journalism scholarships
Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
Above photo: (l to r) Elementary Director of Teaching and Learning Tricia Reiser, Assistant Superintendent John Popp, Superintendent Khris Thexton and Riley Student Support Coach Beth Rein surprise Jenna Dreiling… Continue reading Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
Hundreds of people stood from their chairs and cheered when Director of Campus Security Morris “Mo” Floyd received the prestigious Staff Excellence Award at this year’s Honors and Academic Awards… Continue reading Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
A Newman University faculty member was recognized at this year’s Kansas Respiratory Care Society (KRCS) seminar. Margaret “Meg” Trumpp, M.Ed., is an assistant professor of respiratory care, the director of… Continue reading Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
Highway 54 career fair: employment granted
Newman University hosted the annual Highway 54 career fair March 26 for students in search of employment opportunities. The annual event is co-sponsored by Newman and Friends universities. More than… Continue reading Highway 54 career fair: employment granted
Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
The Newman University admissions team traveled to Trinity Academy in Wichita, Kansas, on April 15 to present senior Alex DeHoet with a Cardinal Newman Scholarship with his friends and teachers… Continue reading Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Students rank first against business students around the world
Brett Andrews, Ph.D., professor of business and dean of the school of business, uses an online simulation called The Business Strategy Game (BSG). In BSG, students run a virtual company… Continue reading Students rank first against business students around the world
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
Transfer admissions makes national honor roll for a second year
For the second year in a row, the Newman University admissions department has been awarded the Transfer Honor Roll. Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) determines which colleges provide the best transfer… Continue reading Transfer admissions makes national honor roll for a second year
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker,… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Triathlon team grows, ready to take on nationals
Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman alumnus Wesley Williams is completing his final semester of law school in Washington, D.C. Williams will graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas (KU) School… Continue reading Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Joanna Pryor named new athletic director
After a national search, Joanna Pryor has been named director of athletics for Newman University, effective July 1, 2019.
Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 23 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The awards honor individuals and organizations making a positive… Continue reading Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony