Three faculty members have been approved by the Newman Board of Trustees for promotions to take effect in Fall 2015.
Accomplishments
Annual Awards Banquet wraps up Cardinal Newman Week
A successful and tradition-filled Cardinal Newman Week drew to a close with the Cardinal Newman Banquet and Awards Ceremony last Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
NU student Kati Bush has photo selected in national contest
Newman University junior Kati Bush is already making a name for herself as a top photographer. Bush learned on Jan. 27 that one of her photos had been selected as… Continue reading NU student Kati Bush has photo selected in national contest
Newman University announces fall 2014 graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the fall 2014 semester. The students were recognized at a reception in… Continue reading Newman University announces fall 2014 graduates
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 2014. 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 student receives Forty & Eight nursing scholarship
Newman University nursing student Sarah Durrett of Augusta, Kan., received a $500 scholarship to help cover the costs of her studies from the Forty & Eight, an independent military veterans… Continue reading Newman University student receives Forty & Eight nursing scholarship
Newman University honors Fall 2014 nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 26 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the Fall 2014 Nurses’ Pinning ceremony, held Dec. 12 on the Newman campus.
Newman says farewell to Don Hufford
Members of the Newman University community ranging from faculty to staff and from current students to alumni gathered in the McNeill Conference Room Dec. 8 to bid farewell to Professor… Continue reading Newman says farewell to Don Hufford
Newman University again named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll
Newman University has again been recognized for its commitment to service by being named to the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America’s communities.… Continue reading Newman University again named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll
Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish
The Newman University Student Athlete Advisory Committee (S.A.A.C.) organized its second annual Ugly Sweater Run on Nov. 15 on the campus of Newman University. The event, which included 30 runners participating in the race… Continue reading Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish
History students to present original research Nov. 20
A group of Newman University history majors will present the results of original research they conducted on ancient artifacts at 9 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 20 at the Museum of World… Continue reading History students to present original research Nov. 20
Newman student’s design selected for Catholic Charities Christmas Appeal
Newman University senior Graphic Design student Gloria Esparza had her designs selected for this year’s Catholic Charities annual Christmas Appeal. Esparza’s designs and name, along with Newman’s name and logo,… Continue reading Newman student’s design selected for Catholic Charities Christmas Appeal
Two Newman individuals honored as Health Care Heroes
The Wichita Business Journal honored two Newman University individuals on Oct. 16. Former Newman pastor and current Board of Trustees member Rev. Thomas Welk and Newman Professor of Chemistry David… Continue reading Two Newman individuals honored as Health Care Heroes
See videos on ‘Health Care Hero’ Rev. Tom Welk
See Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D. and others speak about former Newman pastor and current Board of Trustees member Rev. Thomas Welk,… Continue reading See videos on ‘Health Care Hero’ Rev. Tom Welk
Four Newman students, professor gain early acceptance to medical school
All four Newman University pre-med students who applied for early admission to medical school this semester were recently notified that they had been accepted. The students, Andrew Hild of Bel… Continue reading Four Newman students, professor gain early acceptance to medical school
Kelly McFall selected for inaugural ‘Faculty of Distinction’ award
Newman University Associate Professor of History and Chair of the Humanities Division Kelly McFall, Ph.D. has been selected as one of the inaugural Kansas Independent Colleges Association Faculty of Distinction.
Newman’s Rubi Torres Earns Fourth Player of the Week Award
For the fourth time this season, Newman senior Rubi Torres has been named the Heartland Conference Women’s Cross Country Runner of the Week, announced Oct. 13 by the Heartland Conference.… Continue reading Newman’s Rubi Torres Earns Fourth Player of the Week Award
Newman University again named to Military Friendly Schools list
Newman University is among the top colleges, universities and trade schools doing the most to embrace America’s veterans as students, according to the Victory Media 2015 list of Military Friendly… Continue reading Newman University again named to Military Friendly Schools list
Newman University students named to Spring 2014 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the spring semester of 2014. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Spring 2014 Dean’s List
Newman University honors students of Investigative Summer Science Program
Newman University honored 19 high school students from different areas in Kansas for their participation in the Newman University 2014 Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP).
Newman University honors Spring 2014 graduates
The Newman University Spring 2014 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple.
Newman University, Catholic community bid farewell to Monsignor Hemberger
Newman University, Via Christi Health and the Diocese of Wichita joined together to celebrate the achievements and career of Monsignor Robert Hemberger at a reception June 9 that drew a… Continue reading Newman University, Catholic community bid farewell to Monsignor Hemberger
Carrocci-Febres team ties for first place in Orpheum Theatre Cookoff
Congratulations to Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., who with her teammate chef Jason Febres of Taste & See tied for first place in the 2014 Celebrity & Chef… Continue reading Carrocci-Febres team ties for first place in Orpheum Theatre Cookoff
Josh Chilson ’03 named president of Clearwater Bar Association
Newman University alum Joshua Chilson ’03 was recently named president of the Clearwater (Fla.) Bar Association. Chilson, who received the 2003 Harvey J. Ablah Award and the 2002 St. Catherine’s… Continue reading Josh Chilson ’03 named president of Clearwater Bar Association
Graduation weekend video highlights
Newman University celebrated the class of 2014 with a Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on May 9 and 10, respectively.
Newman alumna Jamie Woo-Page selected for 40 Under 40
Congratulations to Newman University 2000 graduate Jamie Woo-Page, M.D., for being selected one of the Wichita Business Journal‘s 40 Under 40.
Newman alums earn graduate degrees
Congratulations to the following Newman University alumni who earned graduate degrees in May 2014 from Wichita State University:
Affirmations of the university – Alum receives award from Wichita Arts Council
Newman alum Sonny Laracuente recently received the first ever City Arts Emerging Artist Award, sponsored by the Wichita Arts Council, Inc. As award recipient, Laracuente will have an exclusive showing… Continue reading Affirmations of the university – Alum receives award from Wichita Arts Council
Newman University celebrates Class of 2014 during graduation weekend
Newman University staged a number of events during the weekend of May 9 and 10 to celebrate the accomplishments and graduation of the Class of 2014.
Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins
Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 10 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins
Newman University honors graduating Master of Social Work students at pinning ceremony
The Newman University School of Social Work honored Spring and Summer 2014 graduates of the Master of Social Work program with a pinning ceremony held May 9, 2014 on the… Continue reading Newman University honors graduating Master of Social Work students at pinning ceremony
Newman University honors Spring 2014 nursing graduates
Newman University recognized 23 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 9 on the Newman campus.
Joan Purkey has made education a lifelong career
Associate Professor of Education and Teacher Education Program Coordinator Joan Purkey will retire at the end of this semester after being with Newman University since 1999 – a total of… Continue reading Joan Purkey has made education a lifelong career
Psychology Professor Charles Merrifield retires after 31 years at Newman
Read through the curriculum vitae of Professor of Psychology Charles Merrifield, Ph.D. and a few patterns start to emerge. From his doctoral dissertation to his many professional presentations to his… Continue reading Psychology Professor Charles Merrifield retires after 31 years at Newman
Retiring Professor John Conlee has ‘looked forward each day to working’ at Newman University
In a very short time, Associate Professor and Director of Paralegal Studies John Conlee, J.D. expects to be spending his days reading books, playing golf and tennis, and snow skiing… Continue reading Retiring Professor John Conlee has ‘looked forward each day to working’ at Newman University
Donors recognized for the ‘Bringing Back Theatre’ campaign
Newman University hosted an event Friday, May 2 to recognize several donors who contributed substantial gifts to the “Bringing Back Theatre” campaign.
Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program
Newman University honored 19 Native American students from six high schools in the Wichita area at a recent banquet for their participation in a program designed to keep them in… Continue reading Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program
Duncan Rose ‘loved Newman since the first day on campus’
Associate Professor of Counseling and Coordinator of the Counseling Program Duncan Rose, Ed.D. has spent his entire teaching career – 23 years – at Newman University. While 23 years in… Continue reading Duncan Rose ‘loved Newman since the first day on campus’
Surendra Singh made many contributions to Newman over the past 45 years
Forty-five years ago, the Division of Science and Mathematics at what is now Newman University bore little resemblance to what it is today. Fewer than 30 students were majoring in… Continue reading Surendra Singh made many contributions to Newman over the past 45 years
Newman University to hold Spring 2014 graduation activities May 9-10
Newman University will stage a number of events May 9 and May 10 to celebrate Spring 2014 graduation.