In honor of Newman University’s 91st birthday, the ASC sisters delivered ice cream treats via golf cart to students, staff and faculty.
Accomplishments
Newman receives $1 million gift for its Sacred Heart Hall revitalization initiative
Newman received a $1 million gift from the Adorers of the Blood of Christ to support its ongoing capital initiative for Sacred Heart Hall.
Miss Kansas Alexis Smith featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Royalty graced “The Newman Bond” podcast when Newman nursing alumna and 2024 Miss Kansas Alexis Smith ’23 was featured July 16.
Several seminarians spent summer in faithful service
Several Newman University seminarians, students and alumni spent their 2024 summers in faithful service to the Lord.
A lifelong impact: Father Tom Welk wins 2024 St. Newman Medal
Rev. Thomas A. Welk, C.PP.S. is the 2024 St. Newman Medal winner and gave the commencement address to the class of 2024.
ASC sisters celebrate their 50-year Jubilees as Adorers
Sister Barbara Smith, ASC, and Sister Diana Rawlings, ASC, celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ in July 2024.
Overcoming oceans: Sophia Kassita’s Newman nursing journey
For Newman University graduate Sophia Kassita ‘24, attending Newman University’s nursing school was a transatlantic journey.
St. Newman full-tuition scholarship goes to Jenna Ju
Jenna Ju has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University freshmen to receive the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Alumnus Tad Druart publishes children’s book
Newman University alumnus Tad Druart ’87 recently published a children’s book co-written with his granddaughter, Eleanor.
Amanda Stanley presented with the 2024 Spirit of Acuto alumni award
Amanda Stanley ‘08 is the recipient of the 2024 Spirit of Acuto Award.
Grace Hertel of Oregon awarded St. Newman full-tuition scholarship
Grace Hertel of Forest Grove, Oregon, was one of five students awarded the full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship from Newman University.
Alumnus Matt Riedl wins Emmy for Catholic video ‘Portraits of the Call’
Less than 10 years after graduating from Newman University, alumnus Matt Riedl ’15 recently won an Emmy Award for his video storytelling.
Professor Straub hits 50th interview with media as local expert
Larry Straub, DBA, was recently interviewed by local media for the 50th time for being an expert in business and economics.
First-generation graduate Melody Mertes inspired by parents to earn degree
First-generation graduate Melody Mertes ’24 was inspired by her parents to earn her college degree from Newman University.
Culture and service attracts St. Newman Scholar
Desiray Cuellar is one of five students out of 47 interviewed in the class of 2028 to receive the St. Newman Scholarship.
Officer Gupilan wins prestigious Newman alumni award
Kristopher Gupilan ‘08 won one of the four prestigious awards that Newman alumni are eligible to receive — the Beata Netemeyer Service Award.
Michael Probus welcomed as VP of enrollment management
Newman University hires Michael Probus to lead student recruiting as its new Vice President of Enrollment Management.
Emma Lintecum earns full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship
Emma Lintecum of Raymore, Missouri, is the most recent recipient of the Saint John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Newman employee Tiffany Webster earns 2 degrees in 5 years
Newman University graduate Tiffany Webster ‘23, she took her boss’s words to heart when encouraged to earn her master’s degree.
430 students named to Dean’s List at Newman University
A total of 430 undergraduate students achieved the qualifications required to be named to Newman University’s 2024 spring Dean’s List.
Newman University announces spring 2024 graduate list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2024 spring semester.
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan receives St. Newman Scholarship
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University students to earn the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Marilyn Roberts receives Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award
Alumna Marilyn Roberts ‘03, ‘07, won the 2024 Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award from Newman University.
Joshua Dessenberger’s indelible mark on his alma mater
Joshua Dessenberger brought home more than just his diploma at commencement — he brought home the Harvey J. Ablah Award as well.
Newman applauds staff and faculty Excellence Award winners
On May 15, Newman University staff and faculty came together to celebrate the 2024 Excellence Awards winners.
Newman graduate wins $32k to field gap in health care
At the Shocker New Venture Competition, Newman graduate Nick Vasilescu ’23 took home a first-place win of $25,000 for his product, Testkey.
Allie Johnson awarded KICF Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Newman University student Allie Johnson was recently recognized as a recipient of the 2024 Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
Graduate with heart for service wins 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award
On one of the biggest days of her life, Newman University graduate Ashley Dinh won the 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award.
‘Lifelong learner’ Jeff Siegel earns degree at age 72
Jeffrey “Jeff” Siegel earned his elementary education degree from Newman University at the ripe age of 72.
These photos and videos capture graduation week excitement
Commencement week at Newman University is a lively time filled with special moments for graduates, families and the campus community.
ASC sister graduates with master’s in social work
Sister Bo Hui Kang, ASC, of South Korea recently graduated with her master’s in social work from Newman University in Wichita, Kansas.
Bright future in store for the Newman class of 2024
Newman University celebrated its 107th commencement with a graduating class of 337 students on Friday, May 10 at Hartman Arena in Wichita.
Once students, now nurses: 2024 pinning ceremony
Seventeen Newman graduates received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Student Life awards clubs, students during Spring Fling
As if Newman’s Spring Fling wasn’t exciting enough, several student leaders, clubs and organizations were recognized with awards.
The Vantage takes home awards: They mean much more.
The Vantage student newspaper staff members took home the contest’s most coveted prize at the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference.
Nursing students surprised with scholarships from veterans
Newman nursing students Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch received far more than just a glazed donut during Jet Friday on April 5.
Three alumni ordained as priests for Catholic Diocese of Wichita
Three alumni were ordained as priests for the Catholic Diocese of Wichita: Fathers Matthew Cooke, Jesus Banuelos and Caleb Kuestersteffen.
Legacy Awards Banquet honors the stewards of Newman’s future
More than 130 supporters and friends of Newman University gathered the evening of April 16 to celebrate the Legacy Awards Banquet.
Med school bound: Nicole Romero’s Newman journey
Nicole Romero, a 2023 graduate of Newman University, was recently accepted into the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Jets bowling: A season of pins, strikes and near-misses
As pins fell and scores soared, Newman University’s men’s and women’s bowling teams showcased their prowess on the lanes during their 2023-24 season.