“I’m not Trevor today, I’m Michael from ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,’” Newman senior Trevor Farney recounts when asked about how his acting career began. When he was young, Trevor remembers… Continue reading The Farneys act up
Accomplishments
Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
Senior Delaney Hiegert was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Law to continue her education and has been granted the highly prestigious Rice Scholarship, which brings Kansas residents… Continue reading Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
A lifelong goal to help others has become reality
Alumna Serina Hertel has been driven to use her talents to help others from a young age.
Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
Four Newman history students will make a special appearance at the conference of the Kansas Association of Historians from April 6 to 7 at Fort Hays State University in Hays,… Continue reading Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
New residence life team assembled
Five brand new resident assistants (RAs) have been hired for the 2018-19 academic year. The residence life team is excited about the new additions and eager for two veterans to… Continue reading New residence life team assembled
2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
Newman University officials have released the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 489 students have met the qualifications to be recognized on the Dean’s List, validating a semester… Continue reading 2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
Wichita Sports Hall of Fame inducts two from Newman
Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli and Volunteer Assistant Men’s Baseball Coach Mike Pelfrey will each be inducted into the Wichita Sports Hall of Fame.
Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
Senior Noel Torres is the first Newman student to become a national champion in the NCAA Division II. Torres won the 184-pound national championship at the 2018 NCAA Division II… Continue reading Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Five high school seniors were recently named Cardinal Newman Scholarship recipients — Newman University’s highest and most exclusive financial award — for the 2018-19 academic year. These five students were… Continue reading Newman awards highest scholarship to five high school seniors
Alumna Karen Lemon: Vicar of faith
The Rev. Karen Lemon, an alumna of Newman University, received an unexpected calling from the Holy Spirit 24 years ago. Alone in her home church, All Saints Episcopal Church in Pratt, Kansas, Lemon… Continue reading Alumna Karen Lemon: Vicar of faith
Newman senior Ariana Esparza is headed to the Disney College Internship Program
Senior Ariana Esparza’s world just got a little more magical.
Newman University publications showcase student and professional work
Coelacanth (see-la-canth) and archaeopteryx (ark-ee-op-tricks) are words not often used in the everyday vocabulary. In fact, the latter of the two is extinct and the former is nearly extinct. A… Continue reading Newman University publications showcase student and professional work
Newman alumna honored with papal knighthood for intellectual disability advocacy
Catherine (Curry) Mardon, 2007 Newman graduate, advocates for those with mental illnesses and disability, and young adults suffering from fetal alcohol syndrome. Mardon said her time at Newman was positive… Continue reading Newman alumna honored with papal knighthood for intellectual disability advocacy
Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Newman University welcomed 34 high school seniors who have been accepted for the 2018-19 academic year who are applying for either the Cardinal Newman Scholarship or the nursing direct admittance… Continue reading Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
R.J. Allen came to Newman as the assistant men’s basketball coach in 2011. When he was named the new head men’s basketball coach in April 2017, he had one thing… Continue reading Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
Newman alumna featured by Catholic Diocese of Dodge City
Newman alumna Jamie Harrington was featured in an advertisement in the Southwest Kansas Catholic magazine during Catholic Schools Week. The magazine is published by the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City.… Continue reading Newman alumna featured by Catholic Diocese of Dodge City
Community members are celebrated for ‘Making a Difference’
The second annual Difference Makers of Wichita Awards Banquet was held Feb. 24, 2018 at Newman University.
Newman University Honored by Phi Theta Kappa
Newman University will soon be accepted on Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll list for 2018. According to Phi Theta Kappa’s website, the list recognizes baccalaureate degree-granting institutions who “honor… Continue reading Newman University Honored by Phi Theta Kappa
Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events
Interim Director of the School of Education and Associate Professor Max Frazier was invited to two significant events in the month of February — the Jardine Film Festival and the Kansas… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events
Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Alumna Crista Switzer ’12, helps people of all ages — with a special focus on the elderly and helping them understand technology with ease. The goals of abcd TECH, her… Continue reading Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Ten local individuals and businesses will be honored for their service to the community at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet to be held Feb. 24 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
At Newman University, students are prepared to transform society. Since Sarah Balderas graduated from Newman in 2015, she has been making her way through Washburn Law School, many internships and… Continue reading Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
“I was more of a quiet folk in high school. I was involved in a couple things like music, but the idea of having any leadership role was kind of… Continue reading Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
Junior Kevin Clack recently began an internship with KSN-TV — a local news station in Wichita. Clack, who hails from Seguin, Texas, is a communication major with minors in Spanish… Continue reading Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories
Once upon a time, there was a fascinating woman who loved to tell stories. She’d read aloud from books, raising and lowering her voice as the story dictated, switching voices… Continue reading Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories
Everyday Hero: Larry Hanafin – Bringing light to a cause
By Amy Geiszler-Jones For the past 15 years, retiree Larry Hanafin has been helping the lights shine bright for one of the Wichita area’s most popular holiday displays. Now the… Continue reading Everyday Hero: Larry Hanafin – Bringing light to a cause
Wrestling team making a name for themselves
The Newman wrestling team has had great success on the mat this season — but it’s not over yet. The team recently turned out four champions and two runner-ups at the… Continue reading Wrestling team making a name for themselves
Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Newman alumna Chelsea “C.L.” Smet is no stranger to being honored for her work as a playwright. In 2015, Smet was a senior working on her theatre performance major at… Continue reading Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Lab Coat Ceremony recognizes students for their accomplishments
Newman University held its first-ever Lab Coat Ceremony on Jan. 18 with help from a grant provided by Volunteer Kansas.
Podcast allows history professor to reach global audience
Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D., has been a familiar face on the Newman campus for nearly 13 years.
ASC sister to reopen mission in Liberia
Sister Therese Wetta said she received “a call from God” many years ago to reopen the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) mission in Liberia, West Africa. After years… Continue reading ASC sister to reopen mission in Liberia
Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Brooke Ward is the new Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Newman University. Ward, who is also a Newman alumna, began her career at the university in 2016. She said… Continue reading Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Alumna Emily Simon ’16 didn’t seem to get quite enough of Newman in her four years as an undergraduate student. Now, she is pursuing her master’s degree and is the… Continue reading Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Art professor enjoys ‘family reunion’ at City Arts
Associate Professor of Art Mary Werner was invited to display two of her paintings at City Arts’ 20th-anniversary exhibit, “20×20.” The show opened Jan. 5 and features 20 well-known local… Continue reading Art professor enjoys ‘family reunion’ at City Arts
Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Former Newman basketball player Gavin Thurman has been playing professional basketball since 2016 and is looking forward to continuing for many years to come. He attended Wichita Southeast High School… Continue reading Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Newman bowlers are going strong mid-season
The men’s and women’s bowling teams at Newman University have been playing hard during the first half of their season.
2017 Year in Review
Newman University has experienced many new beginnings and celebrated numerous achievements with staff, faculty, students and alumni. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from… Continue reading 2017 Year in Review
Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Senior Anna Burton has had an exciting end to her final semester at Newman. Not only will she graduate in December, she was recently recognized with two major honors —… Continue reading Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Tremendous achievements in the classroom and on the court
Anna Burton has had many academic and athletic accomplishments during her time at Newman University. She excelled in nursing school and performed at a high level throughout her volleyball career.… Continue reading Tremendous achievements in the classroom and on the court
Pinning ceremony recognizes fall 2017 nursing candidates
Newman University recognized 23 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2017 Nursing Pinning Ceremony.