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Accomplishments

Meet the visual arts contest winners

Eighteen Newman University students submitted artwork, and three walked away with a cash prize.

Published December 8, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Student Life

Alumna Sara Efinger lives out her teaching passion

Newman University alumna Sara Efinger and husband (courtesy photo)

Alumna Sara Efinger followed her passion for teaching until she found the perfect fit.

Published December 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Education, News

Data Professionals of Wichita’s value extends beyond Newman campus

David Cochran speaks on a panel as part of a Data Professionals of Wichita event. (Courtesy photo)

A network known as the Data Professionals of Wichita, established by Newman University Dean of the School of Business and Technology David Cochran, is making waves in the local workforce.

Published December 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

New dean, new name, expansive vision: School of Business & Technology

School of Business and Technology (900 × 500 px)

A name change isn’t the only aspect that’s different about the newly named School of Business & Technology; Professor David Cochran will step into his new role as dean in January 2023.

Published December 8, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Business, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman’s spirit of service shows during Scholars and Service Day

Scholars and Service Day

Scholars Day at Newman University is always an exciting affair, but this year, a campus-wide service element was added to the day’s agenda on December 5.

Published December 6, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Video & photos: Newman “Christmas Joy” concert

Christmas Joy

On December 4, the Newman University chorale and troubadours performed “Christmas Joy” for a sold-out crowd in the De Mattias Performance Hall.

Published December 6, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Student Life

The life of Newman bowler Dakota Lennen

Dakota Lennen, photo courtesy of Richard Rico
Newman University bowler Dakota Lennen (photo courtesy of Richard Rico)

“Slow your roll” is a common expression many college athletes may hear, but for women’s bowler Dakota Lennen, nothing will slow her down.

Published November 30, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Student Life

Newman Athletics announces Hall of Fame Class of 2023

Newman University Athletics is proud to announce the 2023 Hall of Fame Class.

Published November 29, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Athletics, News, Staff & Faculty

Senior Desaray Cruz thanks teachers through capstone project

Deseray Cruz

Deseray Cruz, a soon-to-be first-generation college graduate majoring in elementary education, recently gave back to teachers at Freeman Elementary School for her ASC capstone project. 

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Education, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman collecting donated Christmas cards, socks through Dec. 2

Scholarship and Service

Newman University is collecting donated Christmas cards, socks, wrapping paper and tape through December 2.

Published November 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Celebrating 5 years of education in the Bishop Gerber Science Center

Bishop Gerber Science Center open house

On Nov. 17, Newman University donors, alumni, faculty, staff and current students gathered to celebrate the first five years of the state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center on campus during an open house event.

Published November 18, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

High schoolers experience inside look at Newman with ‘Difference Makers’

Difference Makers & Keepers Scholarships at Newman University

One of the perks of being a small, private university in the heart of Kansas is that high schoolers can receive a highly personalized tour and look into life at Newman through “Difference Makers” visits.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Michael Reed uses interdisciplinary studies degree to pursue law school dreams

Michael Reed, Newman University alumnus

Newman alumnus Michael Reed ’18, ’19 never thought he’d go to law school, but now he’s three years in at the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Newman professor wins ‘Judge’s Choice’ for family recipe at Wichita Asian Festival

Newman University professor Huachuan Wen shares his bao buns with the Asian Student Association.

Huachuan Wen, associate professor of education at Newman, was surprised by members of the Asian Student Association last week with a “Judge’s Choice” plaque for his family’s winning recipe.

Published November 15, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Master of Social Work graduate achieves great things

Jennifer Horn, Newman University Master of Social Work alumna

When it comes to what Jennifer Horn is most enthusiastic about as a social worker, she answers without hesitation.

Published November 14, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Newman receives $2.2 million grant to support student success

Newman University Navigator

Newman University was recently awarded more than $2 million in the form of a Title III grant from the United States Department of Education to implement the university’s student support and success program.

Published November 10, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman senior Alexis Smith crowned Miss Wichita

Alexis Smith - Miss Wichita

Not only is Alexis Smith a senior at Newman University, she’s also Miss Wichita 2023.

Published November 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Brian Fleeman ’03 named president of Kansas Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Brian Fleeman

In October 2022, Brian Fleeman ’03 was named president of the 900-member Kansas Association of Nurse Anesthetists (KANA).

Published November 3, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni

Newman teaching alumni earn high praise in their districts

Ismael Carrillo

Four education graduates of Newman University were recently recognized by their school districts: Ismael Carrillo, Patricia Lujan, Taylor Altendorf and Molly Brown.

Published November 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education, News

Newman pharmacy students soar into the real world

Sarra Gutknecht

Newman University’s pre-pharmacy program is designed to help students build a foundation for future success in the world of pharmacy, and these two members of the Newman community exemplify just that.

Published November 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Science & Health

Recycling re-instated at Newman University

A tree with leaves shaped like the recycle symbol

Recycling on the Newman University campus is back thanks to Newman’s Circle K International club and the Laudato Si Committee.

Published October 27, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman University annual economic impact estimated to be $68 million

Newman University has $68 Million Economic Impact in Kansas

Newman University, in conjunction with the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA), released the results of a study that estimates the impact of Newman University on the Kansas economy. 

Published October 26, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, News Releases

Newman receives grant from National Endowment for the Humanities

Newman University recently received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities
Newman University recently received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (Courtesy image)

Newman University was recently awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities for a project titled, “Emphasis in Technology and Human Values (ETHV).”

Published October 26, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Alumna pursues NIH infectious diseases fellowship

Jessica Bass

Newman University alumna Jessica Bass is the first Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine to be selected for an NIH fellowship in infectious disease.

Published October 19, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

Senior Rae Gabrielle Cruz receives Teacher of Promise Award

(From left to right) Newman University Professor Janet Jump, Rae Gabrielle Cruz, and Professor Huachuan Wen (courtesy photo)

Rae Gabrielle Cruz, a senior at Newman University, recently earned the Kansas Teacher of Promise Award from the state’s department of education.

Published October 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Education, News, Student Life

Newman alumna Maria Somes illustrates children’s book

Father Kapaun Board book

Alumna Maria Somes ‘19 created illustrations for Wichita’s youngest audience to enjoy in the children’s book, “The Story of Father Kapaun: A True War Hero.”

Published October 13, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Faith, News

Cordova and Roberts earn GAC player of the week honors

Players of the week

The Great American Conference has announced their men’s players of the week for the 7th week of the 2022 season, and the Jets occupy two of the three spots.

Published October 13, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Student Life

Social work students contribute nearly 42,000 hours of internship service

Graduation cap reads "for my family" at Newman University commencement, 2022

During the 2021-22 school year, students in both Newman University’s Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work programs reported 41,538 hours of service, valued at nearly $1.2 million, during their field practicum placements.

Published October 12, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Giving, News, Social Work, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman alumna Miquetta White receives grant for play therapy

A child plays with toys during a play therapy session

Two-time Newman graduate Miquetta White recently received a grant to expand her therapeutic play room at her public school.

Published October 4, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Newman student leads effort for making September ‘Recovery Month’

Newman University student Jacob Kresky (center) presents the Proclamation to Mayor Brandon Whipple

On September 29, Newman University senior Jacob Kresky participated in a press conference with Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple, who declared September “Recovery Month” for Wichita.

Published October 4, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Student Life

Video: Newman Habitat for Humanity day

Newman University Habitat for Humanity day

On Saturday, October 1, members of the Newman community made a difference in the lives of a family in need by partnering with Wichita Habitat for Humanity.

Published October 3, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman student earns Kansas Independent College Foundation scholarship

Tiffany Huynh
Tiffany Huynh

A group photo of students at the Mid-Autumn Moonfestival event, co-hosted by Asian Student Association and the Multicultural Leadership Organization at Newman University. (Courtesy photo)

Published September 29, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Party on the Plaza 2022: A spectacular night for fundraising

Newman University Party on the Plaza

Paying homage to the historic renaissance festivals at Newman University, the 2022 Party on the Plaza brought back the revelry to a sold-out crowd of 450 guests.

Published September 21, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Juanumberto Picos ‘JP’ Soto’s journey lands him career in college athletics

Juanumberto Picos “JP” Soto

Juanumberto Picos “JP” Soto serves as the infield coach/recruiting coordinator for the NCAA Division III baseball program at Hood College in Maryland.

Published September 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Athletics, News

Newman theater faculty help bring PBS documentary ‘Contested Plains’ to life

Orpheum Theatre premieres Contested Plains

Theater Adjunct Professor Christy Cunningham Railsback is creating costumes for an upcoming PBS documentary, “Contested Plains,” alongside producer and Newman Director of Theater Mark Mannette.

Published September 8, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Staff & Faculty

Incoming academic recruiting class is one of Newman University’s largest ever

Newman student orientation

Newman University is experiencing an impressive increase in new student enrollment for its fall 2022 term.

Published September 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Student Life

Newman alumna recognized for military service

Paige Puryear

CPT Paige Puryear ‘16 was recently recognized during the Armed Forces CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists) Appreciation Month.

Published August 25, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Science & Health

Jada Key selected to play professional volleyball in Germany

Jada Key, 2021 Newman University alumna

Newman alumna Jada Key ’22 is taking her passion for volleyball to the next level after accepting a professional opportunity in Germany.

Published August 24, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Athletics, News

Sara Mata selected for Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Leadership Academy

Sara Mata, dean of students at Newman University

The HACU selected Dean of Students Sara Mata among the fellows for its fourth cohort of La Academia de Liderazgo.

Published August 22, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Staff & Faculty

Wichita Police Department Lt. Keith Fort earns MBA

Jill Fort "hoods" her husband, Keith, at the Newman University Commencement, May 2022

Married couple Lieutenant Keith Fort and Jill Fort earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees from Newman University this May.

Published August 12, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Business, News, Staff & Faculty

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