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
Accomplishments
Alumna transforms society through nonprofit
Newman University alumna Michelle Vann is passionate about empowering women, ministry, life coaching, public speaking and so much more. She is certainly doing her part to transform society for the… Continue reading Alumna transforms society through nonprofit
Newman University honored on Phi Theta Kappa honor roll
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society has been helping well-deserving students who achieve great academic heights for more than 100 years. Each year, the organization determines the top colleges… Continue reading Newman University honored on Phi Theta Kappa honor roll
Alumna Victoria Connelly making art and loving life
Victoria Connelly ’19 came to Newman because of her love for bowling. She left Newman with a new passion — art. Connelly first met Newman Bowling Coach Billy Murphy when… Continue reading Alumna Victoria Connelly making art and loving life
John Brungardt, Ph.D., speaks at philosophy colloquium
Newman University Medieval Philosophy Professor John Brungardt, Ph.D., recently spoke at a colloquium held at the IPC-Paris, a small college in downtown Paris. The institution he spoke at was founded… Continue reading John Brungardt, Ph.D., speaks at philosophy colloquium
Newman professor named as Bram Stoker Awards finalists
Poet, novelist and Newman University professor Bryan D. Dietrich, Ph.D., has recently been named a Bram Stoker finalist alongside his co-author, Marge Simon, for their narrative poetry collection titled “The… Continue reading Newman professor named as Bram Stoker Awards finalists
St. John Henry Newman Medal bestowed upon Linda Davison ’77
Linda Davison ’77 was honored with the St. John Henry Newman Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the Newman University Board of Trustees, during the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Medal bestowed upon Linda Davison ’77
St. John Henry Newman scholarships awarded to five students
Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Alumnus Steven Hamersky ‘15 is juggling two careers — as an officer for the Newton Police Department and a goalie for the Wichita Wings — although his police work comes… Continue reading Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Honors lounge gets new mural
Newman University Honors students are painting the Honors Lounge with a new mural inspired by the program’s values and traditions. The mural, an idea from the Newman Honors Council, was… Continue reading Honors lounge gets new mural
Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Alumnus Kevin Bryant’s basketball career at Newman was impressive, and due to his competitive nature, he couldn’t let his career end there. Bryant grew up in Germany and found his… Continue reading Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
Alumnus and former business professor Honorable Thomas E. Malone ‘76 has been chosen as one of three nominees to be a justice on the Kansas Supreme Court. Malone, who graduated… Continue reading Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
Newman student teaches where she was once taught
Soon-to-be Newman graduate Kaitlyn Stallard has the unique opportunity of teaching in the same fourth-grade classroom where she was once a student. While it feels strange to return to her… Continue reading Newman student teaches where she was once taught
Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
Alumna Paige Towey ‘17 has been chosen as a recipient of the 2019 Kansas Horizon Award from the Kansas State Department of Education. Sixteen elementary school teachers and 16 high… Continue reading Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
Newman professor John Burke wins a state superintendent award
Assistant Professor of Education John Burke received the Distinguished Service Award on Jan. 15 from the Kansas School Superintendent Association. Burke is incredibly passionate about teaching and administration; so much… Continue reading Newman professor John Burke wins a state superintendent award
Driven to succeed: 2019 grad lands job with Nebraska Huskers
Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee
Senior Dyana Baca, a business management major with music and entrepreneurship minors, has the unique opportunity of being a student and an official Newman employee simultaneously. In the midst of… Continue reading Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee
Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
The Newman University Student Life office organized its second annual Martin Luther King Jr. March and Distinguished Service Award Ceremony. A large crowd gathered the evening of Jan. 16 in… Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
Athletics director inducted into Cowley College Hall of Fame
Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Ten Wichita community members will be recognized for their outstanding service and dedication at the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet Feb. 22 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
Alumna Regan Casey graduated from the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy Dec. 5, 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Newman in May 2019 and began… Continue reading Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
Newman University recognizes fall 2019 graduates
After years of hard work, 108 students have completed the requirements for graduation at the close of the 2019 fall semester. A complete list of their hometowns and degrees may… Continue reading Newman University recognizes fall 2019 graduates
Fall 2019 Dean’s List recognizes dedication and hard work
Newman University officials have released the 2019 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 468 students met the qualifications to be recognized, validating a semester of hard work and dedication.… Continue reading Fall 2019 Dean’s List recognizes dedication and hard work
What a difference a decade makes
As the year 2019 comes to an end, a new decade begins. We took a look at all that we accomplished during the past ten years.
Newman student starts baking on the side
Freshman David Moss, a basketball player majoring in psychology, is quite the Renaissance man. In addition to his adeptness in athletics and his affinity toward academics, he is also a… Continue reading Newman student starts baking on the side
National champion trains for the Olympics
Newman University’s one and only NCAA DII national champion is back on the wrestling mat — this time in a different country. Noel Torres ’18 competed in the 2019 Mexican… Continue reading National champion trains for the Olympics
Nursing Pinning Ceremony celebrates fall 2019 candidates
Lasting skill sets developed through Scholars Day projects
Scholars Day is an important part of every semester at Newman University. It’s held on the first day of finals week and includes PowerPoint and poster presentations from upperclassmen completing… Continue reading Lasting skill sets developed through Scholars Day projects
Alumnus drawn to service
Newman’s culture of service is something that has stuck with alumnus Sam Evasick since his graduation in 2010. Evasick received his Bachelor of Business Administration Management in 2009 and his… Continue reading Alumnus drawn to service
What a year! Check out 2019’s happenings at Newman University
As we welcome in a new year with all its many adventures to come, we look back and celebrate all the great things 2019 brought us.
Newman community celebrates president’s retirement
Alumnus places 93 out of 50,000+ in NYC Marathon
Nominations open for 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Newman University alumni make their alma mater proud each and every day. The Distinguished Alumni Awards are held annually to honor four alumni and one honorary alumna or alumnus for… Continue reading Nominations open for 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Dean of students receives award from national association
The National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) will be inducting Newman University Dean of Students Christine Schneikart-Luebbe into the Pillars of the Profession Class of 2020. Schneikart-Luebbe’s history with… Continue reading Dean of students receives award from national association
Gabrielle Altenor receives national conference scholarship
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