Women’s basketball head coach Darin Spence has had many accomplishments on the court and recently reached a big milestone: his 100th win at Newman University. Spence has been at Newman… Continue reading Women’s basketball coach strives for the best
Accomplishments
Newman alumna receives Catholic teaching award
Bridget Yates graduated from Newman University with a Bachelor of Science in elementary education in 2010. Just nine years later, she was given some very good news — she would… Continue reading Newman alumna receives Catholic teaching award
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
Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
Freshmen Jennifer Pham and Kayleigh Franco have always had a passion for music, and after connecting through social media, they recently started a band, RE:BOUND. Their first gig is Feb.… Continue reading Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Maggie Munsterman of Summit Christian Academy in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial… Continue reading Summit Christian Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
J.V. Johnston receives CFRE certification
Vice President for University Advancement J.V. Johnston recently received the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) accreditation. Johnston is the only member of staff with the credential. He said that he… Continue reading J.V. Johnston receives CFRE certification
Art student featured in Final Friday show
Newman University junior Carley Sullivan has taken a special interest in photography and her work was recently featured at a Final Friday art exhibition in Wichita. Sullivan’s photos were available… Continue reading Art student featured in Final Friday show
I.A. O’Shaughnessy Foundation receives ACCU honor
Kapaun Mt. Carmel student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
The admissions team visited Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School Wednesday, Jan. 23, to award senior Kathy Pham with a Cardinal Newman Scholarship. Pham was one of five high school seniors… Continue reading Kapaun Mt. Carmel student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Wichita Northeast Magnet School students Michelle Tong and Evan Saga were two of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious scholarship… Continue reading Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Newman University announces fall 2018 graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the fall 2018 semester. The graduates may walk in cap and gown… Continue reading Newman University announces fall 2018 graduates
Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Recent graduates Delaney Galpin and Megan Sloan, of the Newman Univeristy Western Kansas Center, received a 2018 “Teachers of Promise” award. Galpin and Sloan are December 2018 graduates of Newman… Continue reading Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Newman alumna Angela Massie nominated for Kansas Teacher of the Year Award
Newman alumna Angela Massie was nominated for the Kansas Teacher of the Year Award during a Sept. 24 USD 260 Board of Education meeting, “My principal, Kurt Geilenfeldt, asked me… Continue reading Newman alumna Angela Massie nominated for Kansas Teacher of the Year Award
Lab coat ceremony celebrates student mentors
Newman releases fall 2018 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have released the 2018 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 515 students have met the qualifications to be recognized, validating a semester of hard work and… Continue reading Newman releases fall 2018 Dean’s List
Athletic hall of fame 2019 inductees announced
The Newman University Athletic Hall of Fame will induct five new members Feb. 9.
Gail Gettman retires after 34 years at Newman
Gail Gettman joined the Newman family in 1984 as a cashier in the business office. But that wasn’t her first time setting foot on the campus. Gettman earned her high… Continue reading Gail Gettman retires after 34 years at Newman
2018 — A Year in Review
Another calendar year has come to an end. Newman University has much to be thankful for as we look to the future. Take a walk with us down memory lane… Continue reading 2018 — A Year in Review
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
T&T students help make the winter a little less cold
Cold weather has taken over the Kansas air. Being the unpredictable state that it is, winter this year could be nothing special or one to remember with snow, ice and… Continue reading T&T students help make the winter a little less cold
Newman alumnus’ The Spice Merchant a local favorite
Many Wichitans know and love The Spice Merchant for its flavorful selections of coffee, tea, spices and gifts, but the local treasure is also dear to the heart of Newman… Continue reading Newman alumnus’ The Spice Merchant a local favorite
Student newspaper celebrates decades of success
Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Newman Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli was recognized as a distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University (MSU) in Wichita Falls, Texas, during its… Continue reading Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Women’s soccer team completes season, makes history
Not only did the Jets finish third in the Heartland Conference and earn a place in the conference tournament, the team won the conference’s Silver Sportsmanship Award and several players… Continue reading Women’s soccer team completes season, makes history
National champion wrestler Noel Torres receives his ring
On Saturday, Oct. 27, alumnus Noel Torres received his national wrestling championship ring from his performance in March 2018. The Jets held the annual Red and Blue Dual in Fugate gymnasium… Continue reading National champion wrestler Noel Torres receives his ring
President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., receives honorary degree
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., received an honorary degree from Newman University, Birmingham in the United Kingdom Oct. 23, 2018. The honor was given, in part, to celebrate… Continue reading President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., receives honorary degree
Newman students, alumni and professor present as panel at KATE Conference
Last month, Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., reached out to two of her colleagues with a rough idea for a panel proposal. Together, the three crafted “What Now?… Continue reading Newman students, alumni and professor present as panel at KATE Conference
Alumna wins major teaching award
Newman alumna and secondary education teacher Emily Williams was nominated and chosen as the 2018 Kansas Secondary School History Teacher of the Year. Williams was nominated because of her passion… Continue reading Alumna wins major teaching award
Dean of education enters stage left
Newman University welcomed Dean of the School of Education Cameron Carlson during the summer of 2018. Carlson’s qualifications and extensive experience in education were well-known, but many of his co-workers… Continue reading Dean of education enters stage left
Alumnus on path to success in his career
Alumnus Luke Sponsel has recently become health care operations manager at Reeds Cove Health and Rehabilitation in Wichita. Sponsel graduated from Newman University with his Bachelor of Science in healthcare… Continue reading Alumnus on path to success in his career
Alumna Delaney Hiegert is finalist for 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year
Newman alumni continue to impress their alma mater with their accomplishments, and Delaney Hiegert, 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year finalist, is no exception. Her impressive academic and athletic career… Continue reading Alumna Delaney Hiegert is finalist for 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year
Teresa Wilkerson helps Wichita celebrate entrepreneurs
Teresa Wilkerson, Ph.D., assistant dean of adult studies, recently spoke at an event geared toward Wichita entrepreneurs. Get Started Wichita took place Sept. 27 at the Wichita Boathouse. Competitors pitched… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson helps Wichita celebrate entrepreneurs
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 alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
Newman University prides itself on its mission to prepare students to transform society, and Newman alumna Alaina Garrett is a shining example of the opportunities that the university affords its… Continue reading Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
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
Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
Completing the Ironman triathlon is no small feat, yet four individuals at Newman University have successfully done just that. The Ironman is a triathlon that takes place in various destinations… Continue reading Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
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
Newman employee makes an emergency landing
Adam Sawyer, Help Desk and classroom technology coordinator at Newman University, earned his pilot’s license in March 2018 and just months after, during Labor Day weekend, he earned kudos for… Continue reading Newman employee makes an emergency landing
Recent graduate entered workforce prepared to transform society
Rebecca Tyndall, a 2018 graduate, believes her time at Newman put her a step ahead in her career as a forensic scientist and prepared her to transform society. Tyndall double majored… Continue reading Recent graduate entered workforce prepared to transform society
Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree
by David Rung Months after her graduation from Newman, alumna Delaney Hiegert continues to showcase just how much she exemplifies the term student-athlete. On Thursday, Hiegert was named as one of the… Continue reading Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree