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Accomplishments

Maya Watkins earns St. Newman Scholarship

St. Newman scholar Maya Watkins (Courtesy photo)
St. Newman scholar Maya Watkins (Courtesy photo)

Maya Watkins is one of five students who received the 2023 full-tuition St. Newman scholarship.

Published June 15, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Anna Lobmeyer one of five to receive 2023 St. Newman scholarship

Anna Lobmeyer (Courtesy photo)
Anna Lobmeyer (Courtesy photo)

When Anna Lobmeyer received the call that she was one of five high school seniors to receive the St. Newman Scholarship from Newman University, it seemed too good to be true.

Published June 14, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Student Life

Newman congratulates first-year scholarship winners

A graduation cap reads "scholarship" with 100-dollar bills underneath.

Ninety-two first-year students received 2023 scholarships from Newman University.

Published June 13, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Student Life

Alumna Heather Burke puts MSW degree to good use

foster care

Alumna Heather Burke ’12 works as a social caseworker with Adams County, Colorado’s child welfare program.

Published June 12, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store

Rebekah Strickbine artwork

Starting a small business is no easy task, but student Rebekah Strickbine, a sophomore double majoring in art and communication, has done just that. Her online shop, powered through Redbubble,… Continue reading Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store

Published June 8, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Student Life

Master of Social Work graduates head into real world

2023 Newman MSW graduates smile for a photo at their pinning ceremony.
2023 Newman MSW graduates smile for a photo at their pinning ceremony.

Two recent Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates from Newman University are ready for their next chapter and to better the community. 

Published June 8, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Emily Hua earns degree after moving to the U.S. alone

Hy Emily Hua on Newman graduation day.
Hy Emily Hua on Newman graduation day.

Hy “Emily” Hua came to the United States from Vietnam at the age of 16 — alone — to pursue her education.

Published June 7, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Science & Health

Five 2023 graduates soar into new chapters

Newman University graduates of the class of 2023
Newman University graduates of the class of 2023

Since May’s graduation ceremony, several Newman University 2023 graduates have begun an exciting new chapter of their lives — everything from jobs and travel plans to continuing their education.

Published June 7, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Business, Education, News, Science & Health, Social Work

Alumna Christine Ostroski receives 2023 St. Maria De Mattias award

Christine Ostroski

Christine Ostroski ‘86 was recognized at Newman University’s recent Alumni Award reception as the 2023 St. Maria De Mattias award recipient.

Published June 6, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Faith, News

Mendel Folefac ’23 leaves indelible mark on Newman

Mendel Folefac '23 served as a graduate assistant, director of residence life and earned his MBA from Newman University.
Mendel Folefac '23 served as a graduate assistant, director of residence life and earned his MBA from Newman University.

When Mendel Folefac ‘23 first arrived at Newman University for his role as a graduate assistant for the men’s basketball team, he thought of himself as “a car in need of some fine-tuning.”

Published June 5, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Staff & Faculty

Alumnus JJ McGuigan, acclaimed alt-rock guitarist and songwriter, releases new single

JJ McGuigan
JJ McGuigan plays on his guitar (courtesy photo)

JJ McGuigan, acclaimed alt-rock guitarist and songwriter, recently released his powerful new single, “Save My Life,” which draws from his own struggles with depression and other mental health issues. 

Published June 5, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities

Heart for philanthropy leads alumna to career of service

Linnea Baggett '19, her husband and baby girl.
Linnea Baggett '19, her husband and baby girl. (Courtesy photo)

To put it lightly, Linnea Baggett has been busy these past few years. 

Published May 26, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Service

Colorado Springs celebrates its newest graduates

Colorado Springs graduates excitedly enter the graduation ceremony.

In order to honor Newman’s remote graduates, past Colorado Springs program leaders created a celebration ceremony, complete with pinning and hooding, held locally.

Published May 25, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Social Work

Proud moments: Newman University unveils spring 2023 graduate list, recognizing academic excellence

Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 spring semester.

Published May 25, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News

Newman’s 2023 spring Dean’s List announced

Newman University has released its 2023 spring Dean’s List.

Published May 25, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News

OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience 

Newman University President Kathleen Jagger and 2023 graduate Skylar Jorgenson.
Newman University President Kathleen Jagger and 2023 graduate Skylar Jorgenson.

The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson. 

Published May 24, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

From Marymount to Newman: Two 2023 grads overcome adversity

(From left to right) Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez
(From left to right) Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez

When Marymount California University permanently closed, students Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez moved nearly 1,400 miles away and discovered a new home at Newman University.

Published May 23, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Matthew Nguyen’s Newman experience: from seminary to fatherhood

Matthew Nguyen carries his daughter following Newman commencement May 12.
Matthew Nguyen carries his daughter following Newman commencement May 12.

For 2023 graduate Matthew Nguyen, his college journey has been a winding road.

Published May 22, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Religion & Philosophy

Newman pre-med student graduates in three years

Newman University biology graduate Luke Sanders '23 walks the stage at Newman commencement May 12.
Newman University biology graduate Luke Sanders '23 walks the stage at Newman commencement May 12.

Ever since middle school Luke Sanders, a recent Newman biology graduate, has dreamt of being a surgeon.

Published May 19, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Science & Health, Student Life

Podcast: Class of 2023 shares advice for college experience

The Newman Bond - class of 2023 shares words of wisdom

In honor of the Newman University commencement May 12, this special episode of The Newman Bond podcast highlights tips and advice from the graduating class of 2023.

Published May 18, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Student Life

Video: Newman commencement highlights

Newman University graduates wave in excitement as they exit the arena.

Our Newman University graduates of 2023 are soaring off to accomplish great things.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Five family members graduate from Newman at same time

Director of Residence Life Mendel Folefac smiles alongside fellow MBA graduate Shawn Hawks.
Director of Residence Life Mendel Folefac smiles alongside fellow MBA graduate Shawn Hawks.

At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas. 

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Two Newman employees receive 2023 excellence awards

Newman University is proud to announce the 2023 faculty and staff excellence award winners.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Staff & Faculty

2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz

Austin Schwartz is the 2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award recipient.
Austin Schwartz is the 2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award recipient.

Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award

Talia Powers received the 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award at Newman University commencement.
Talia Powers received the 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award at Newman University commencement.

Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

Alumna is full-time firefighter, semi-professional soccer player in UK

Harriet Jakeman

Harriet Jakeman ’16 plays semi-professional football for Bradford City Women and is a firefighter stationed in York.

Published May 15, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News

A tremendous achievement: celebrating 2023 graduates

Graduates celebrate their tremendous achievement at Newman University commencement.
Graduates celebrate their tremendous achievement at Newman University commencement.

A grand total of 429 graduates of Newman University earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 12. 

Published May 12, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Newman celebrates 2023 nursing grads with pinning ceremony

Newman University Nursing class of 2023
Newman University Nursing class of 2023

Graduates of 2023 received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.

Published May 11, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Newman community celebrates end of the year with various events

Students at Newman University's 2023 Spring Fling
Students at Newman University's 2023 Spring Fling

From an epic Lip Sync Battle and Spring Fling to Scholars Day and the excellence awards, the Newman community is wrapping up the year with several festivities.

Published May 10, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Uncategorized

Video: Campus Ministry performs rap from ‘Parks and Recreation’

Members of Newman Campus Ministry recently performed a rap from a scene in the TV show, “Parks and Recreation.”

Published May 10, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Faith, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman students advocate in Washington, D.C.

Students Alondra Valle and Andrea Fuentes recently attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities in Washington, DC.

Published May 9, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Student Life

Richard Macías receives the Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award

President Kathleen Jagger awards Richard Macías the 2023 Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award. 
President Kathleen Jagger awards Richard Macías the 2023 Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award. 

Richard Macías, a 1980 graduate, recently received Newman University’s 2023 Monsignor Leon A McNeill Achievement Award. 

Published May 9, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Preview: 2023 Graduation week at Newman

Newman Commencement

For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman student competes in final round of Shocker New Venture Competition

Nicholas Vasilescu delivers the final pitch for Testkey to the judges and a live audience April 28.
Nicholas Vasilescu delivers the final pitch for Testkey to the judges and a live audience April 28.

For the first time ever, a Newman student participated in the Shocker New Venture Competition and made it to the final round on April 28.

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Student Life

Alumnus serves in Los Angeles School Police Department

Omar Landeros

Today, Newman alumnus Omar Landeros serves as a field training officer for the Los Angeles School Police Department.

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Newman triathletes make school history in draft-legal race

(From left to right) Newman triathletes Anna Corbett, Andrew Nguyen, Maggie Koenig and Asher Brown smile for a photo before their relay at the USA Triathlon National Championships.
(From left to right) Newman triathletes Anna Corbett, Andrew Nguyen, Maggie Koenig and Asher Brown smile for a photo before their relay at the USA Triathlon National Championships.

Newman University triathletes are making their mark on the sport.

Published May 3, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Student Life

Alumna Lovella Kelley receives Beata Netemeyer Service Award

President Kathleen Jagger awards alumna Lovella Kelley '91.
President Kathleen Jagger awards alumna Lovella Kelley '91.

Lovella Kelley ’91 was recently presented with Newman University’s Beata Netemeyer Service Award.

Published May 3, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Science & Health, Service

Alumnus rises to leadership roles at Eastern Oregon University

Matt Seimears, alumnus of Newman University
Matt Seimears, alumnus of Newman University (Courtesy photo)

Matt Seimears’ journey since graduating from Newman University has been as fulfilling as it has been busy. 

Published April 25, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education

Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference

The Vantage staff

The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.

Published April 24, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition

Newman Cheer & Dance

Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.

Published April 24, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

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