Newman University caught up with graduates after the Undergraduate Commencement ceremony May 14 to talk about their favorite memories. Here’s what they had to say: Anna Nicole Aniel I’m going… Continue reading Ahh … the memories: Graduates reflect on good times at Newman
Accomplishments
Newman graduate Susan Harris looks to her future
Graduation day is a day when hundreds of individuals celebrate achievements that have taken years to realize. The moment they walk across the stage to receive their diploma is one that signifies… Continue reading Newman graduate Susan Harris looks to her future
Commencement weekend: It takes an army.
Commencement Weekend. It’s a big deal. When the students and parents arrive, they see a smooth operation, and what goes on behind the scenes is the furthest thing from their… Continue reading Commencement weekend: It takes an army.
Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Jessica Martinez graduated Cum Laude as a counseling program student in December, 2015. She will soon be on her way to Los Angeles, Calif., to study at the University of… Continue reading Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Inspiring reflections part of Newman Baccalaureate Mass
The Spring 2016 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 7 p.m. Friday, May 13, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Inspiring reflections part of Newman Baccalaureate Mass
Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistants receive pins
Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 14 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistants receive pins
Newman University honors spring 2016 graduates at ceremonies, commencement
Newman University staged a number of ceremonies and special events May 13 and 14 to celebrate Spring 2016 graduation.
Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
Newman University recognized 21 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 13 on the Newman campus. The event is a… Continue reading Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
Newman University to hold Spring 2016 graduation activities May 13-14
Newman University will stage a number of events May 13 and 14 to celebrate Fall 2015, Spring 2016, and Summer 2016 Graduates. Nurses’ Pinning Ceremony – Friday, May 13, 4 p.m.… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2016 graduation activities May 13-14
Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Freshman and pre-med major Linnea Ristow will travel to Uganda this summer to work for “Empower a Child,” a non-profit ministry organization that helps impoverished families in Uganda and Kenya… Continue reading Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Wichita North High School senior Rogelio Martinez was one of the recipients of the Gates Scholarship, and is looking forward to attending Newman University on his journey to become a… Continue reading Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholar program students
Newman University honored 29 Wichita high school students at a banquet and ceremony May 4 for the students’ successful participation in two scholar programs, which are designed to help students… Continue reading Banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholar program students
Students present academic work at Newman Scholars Day
More than 100 students took part in Newman Scholars Day, which took place from 9 a.m. to noon, May 6 in Eck Hall and the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Students present academic work at Newman Scholars Day
Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
On May 6, 2016, the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center served as the setting for the Newman Theatre Club’s first ever, end-of-the-year celebration, which featured the presentation of “Maria’s Awards,” the new theatre awards… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Every student-athlete at Newman University, along with the entire Athletic Department, celebrated the second annual Jetspy awards Monday, May 2 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The Jetspy awards banquet, a… Continue reading Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association
Director of Radiological Technologies at Newman University, Megan Rucker, has recently been elected to be an alternate delegate for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists’ education chapter. Rucker has a… Continue reading Megan Rucker elected to position with national radiologic technologist association
Cardinal Newman Scholars recognized for accomplishment
Newman University awarded its competitive Cardinal Newman Scholarship to nine successful high school seniors out of the 36 applicants. The individuals were selected by a scholarship committee composed of Newman faculty… Continue reading Cardinal Newman Scholars recognized for accomplishment
Alumni Last Call party for graduates
For the past six years the Alumni Association Board of Directors, along with the Student Government Association and now the Student Alumni Board, has hosted the “Last Call for Graduates”… Continue reading Alumni Last Call party for graduates
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2016 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 21 on the Newman campus.
Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
The Newman University Women’s Bowling Team is hoping “home cooking” will help them make a successful run during the Intercollegiate Team Championships April 21-23 at Wichita’s Northrock Lanes. This is the 11th time… Continue reading Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
‘Joyful Jets’ attend Scholarship Luncheon
Close to 120 donors, guests and students came together in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus Monday, April 18 for the 2016 Scholarship Luncheon. The annual event… Continue reading ‘Joyful Jets’ attend Scholarship Luncheon
Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
The Newman University student-run newspaper, The Vantage, came home with 24 awards from the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference April 7 -8. The conference, held in downtown Wichita at the Drury… Continue reading Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
Kylie Werth to attend the Pope’s international event ‘World Youth Day’
Newman University student Kylie Werth, Campus Ministry/SGA Secretary, has been selected by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) to attend this year’s universal Catholic conference World Youth Day in Poland. Werth’s… Continue reading Kylie Werth to attend the Pope’s international event ‘World Youth Day’
How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Newman University graduate Liz Peuchen received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in the spring of 2014. Now, Peuchen is working on her Ph.D. at Notre Dame and in the… Continue reading How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Quinn Bowman honored
This year, Associate Director of Admissions Quinn Bowman has been selected among hundreds of professionals who were nominated for the Rising Star Award from the Great Plains Association for College Admission. Receiving… Continue reading Quinn Bowman honored
Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
The 2016 National Wrestling Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., did not start out as planned for Newman University junior Dustin Reed. But the Newman wrestler ended up accomplishing something no… Continue reading Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
Cardinal Newman Banquet celebrates outstanding alumni
On Saturday, Feb. 27, Newman University presented awards and honors to six outstanding alumni.
Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’
In a teaching career spanning more than four decades, Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., has worked with colleagues to establish the highly respected Department of Biology at Newman… Continue reading Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’
Update: Reading of Bryan Dietrich’s poem now on BBC web site
The reading of a poem by Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. is now available on the web site for the BBC Radio 4 program “Something Understood.” The show was broadcast… Continue reading Update: Reading of Bryan Dietrich’s poem now on BBC web site
Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Newman University student Jed Heath recently received the Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. Each year the Department bestows the Horizon Award to 32 teachers across the state of Kansas. It is given… Continue reading Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. was recently contacted about using his poem “Gotham Wanes” on the BBC Radio 4 program “Something Understood.” The show, which explores spiritual and… Continue reading Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
Newman University announces Fall 2015 graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the fall 2015 semester. The graduates may walk in cap and gown… Continue reading Newman University announces Fall 2015 graduates
Feb. 27 Cardinal Newman Banquet honors special Newman alums
Many of the students that once walked the halls of Newman University have made positive transformations in local and global societies. They understand Newman University’s mission and they continue to… Continue reading Feb. 27 Cardinal Newman Banquet honors special Newman alums
MSED assistant professor pens first book
One of Newman University’s newest faculty members has published his first book. Assistant Professor of Graduate Education Angelo J. Letizia, Ph.D., authored Performance Based Funding in Higher Education, The State of Truth… Continue reading MSED assistant professor pens first book
Newman University students named to Dean’s List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2015. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Dean’s List
Newman University puts 148 on Heartland Academic Honor Roll
Newman University earns its eighth Heartland Conference GPA title with 148 student-athletes being named to the conference honor roll – more than 50 percent of the student-athletes enrolled during the Fall 2015… Continue reading Newman University puts 148 on Heartland Academic Honor Roll
Two Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships
Newman University nursing students Emily Spexarth of Colwich, Kan., and Clarissa Stuhlsatz of Garden Plain, Kan., each received a $500 scholarship to help cover the costs of their studies from… Continue reading Two Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships
Newman University honors Fall 2015 nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 26 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the Fall 2015 Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 11 on the Newman campus.
Fall Scholars Day allows students to shine
More than 110 Newman University students presented the best of their original research and special projects on Dec. 7 at the 2015 fall semester Scholars Day. Scholars Day is the… Continue reading Fall Scholars Day allows students to shine
Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations
Finals week is almost here and students are pushing to finish papers, projects and presentations before they head home for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Some students have another challenge… Continue reading Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations