Newman alumnus Kevin Mangayi recently celebrated a major change in his life — becoming a U.S. citizen. Mangayi has played the roles of both student and staff at Newman University.… Continue reading Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
Accomplishments
Newman Annual Fund exceeds fundraising goal
Newman University strives to ensure a high degree of congruence between its mission and that of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). “Empowering graduates to transform society” is… Continue reading Newman Annual Fund exceeds fundraising goal
Myra Pfannenstiel will be president-elect of Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administration
Director of Financial Aid Myra Pfannenstiel was recently elected to fill the position of president-elect for the Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid and Administration (RMASFAA). According to its… Continue reading Myra Pfannenstiel will be president-elect of Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administration
Newman Represented at Final Friday
Newman University students are no strangers to Final Friday in Wichita. On July 28, students and alumni had their art displayed at the Hue Gallery. Final Friday occurs at the… Continue reading Newman Represented at Final Friday
Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Baseball has always been special to Bob Lutz, who covered a variety of sports during his 42-year career as a sports writer and columnist for The Wichita Eagle. “It’s always… Continue reading Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Newman alumna gives back to the community through her work
“I stand on the shoulders of two incredible women who came before me.”
Patty Brooks retires after 21 years at Newman
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Kelly McFall joins Reacting to the Past Consortium Board
Newman University Professor of History and Chair of the Division of Humanities Kelly McFall is now a member of the Reacting to the Past Consortium Board. The board oversees all… Continue reading Kelly McFall joins Reacting to the Past Consortium Board
Dean Brett Andrews publishes book, “Differentiate or Decline”
Newman University School of Business Dean Brett Andrews, Ph.D., published his first book, “Differentiate or Decline,” at the beginning of June along with authors Robert H. Roller, Ph.D., and R.… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews publishes book, “Differentiate or Decline”
Investigative Summer Science Program wraps up another successful session
A total of 21 students from Kansas, Arkansas, Georgia, Missouri and Nebraska recently experienced the Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) at Newman University.
Students experience internship with Partnership for Global Justice
While some may be sleeping in, lounging by the pool or flipping through the pages of a favorite novel, students Annie Dang and Linnea Ristow started an internship together with… Continue reading Students experience internship with Partnership for Global Justice
Jeffery Vaughn fills position of program director for radiology technology
The school of Nursing and Allied Health, along with the rest of Newman University, welcomes Jeffery Vaughn into his new position as Director of the Radiology Technology Program. Vaughn has… Continue reading Jeffery Vaughn fills position of program director for radiology technology
Students and professors return from ‘Europe by Rail’ trip
Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D., and Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D., recently led a group of 12 students on a journey across Europe to experience the sights,… Continue reading Students and professors return from ‘Europe by Rail’ trip
Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward honored as Health Care Heroes
Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward are two of 39 individuals and organizations in nine categories to be honored with the Wichita Business Journal 2017 Health Care Hero Award. According to… Continue reading Teresa Lovelady and Janie Ward honored as Health Care Heroes
Newman University Director of Security ‘digs’ for answers
Serving 27 years on the police force might have something to do with Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd’s passion for finding answers. However, the kind of answers… Continue reading Newman University Director of Security ‘digs’ for answers
Linda Sabala: Celebrating 27 years with Newman University
A former Staff Excellence Award winner and proud alumna of Newman — Linda Sabala — has been with the university for 27 years this August and will be retiring at… Continue reading Linda Sabala: Celebrating 27 years with Newman University
Newman student lands summer internship at the Wichita Eagle
Above: Delaney Hiegert (center) poses with Wichita Eagle columnist and The Vantage advisor Denise Neil (left), and Wichita Eagle columnist and Newman alumnus Matt Riedl (right). Delaney Hiegert, Newman senior and… Continue reading Newman student lands summer internship at the Wichita Eagle
More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
On Saturday, June 10, some of Wichita’s fiercest runners braved the obstacle-filled 5K race known as the Gladiator Dash, which took place at Sedgwick County Park. The Wichita Gladiator Dash… Continue reading More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
College ranking sites take notice of Newman
BestColleges.com recently ranked Newman University #2 in a list of 20 “Best Colleges in Kansas.” The list was announced earlier this year on their website. Newman Associate Professor of Mathematics and Director… Continue reading College ranking sites take notice of Newman
Graduate Miquel Swann is offered position at island resort
While other students may be taking things slow and sticking around after graduation, accounting major Miquel Swann is ready to dive right into his new job. Swann will be working… Continue reading Graduate Miquel Swann is offered position at island resort
Newman students return from Liberia pilgrimage with new insight
Newman students Khoi Nguyen and Erin Schueller recently returned home from a pilgrimage to Liberia in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the five Martyrs of Charity — Adorers of… Continue reading Newman students return from Liberia pilgrimage with new insight
Dean Levi Esses takes student outreach beyond the Newman campus
Dean of Students Levi Esses works hard for the students at Newman University, and now he will be partnering with Young Professionals of Wichita (YPW) as a College Connections Team Member to… Continue reading Dean Levi Esses takes student outreach beyond the Newman campus
Celebrating Newman Archives in spirit of ‘International Archives Day’ June 9
In celebration of International Archives Day on June 9, recent Newman graduate Diana Stanley and sophomore Anthony Hamersky give an inside look into history that is worth acknowledging, along with… Continue reading Celebrating Newman Archives in spirit of ‘International Archives Day’ June 9
Newman collection drive helps the homeless
Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd noticed something during his normal rounds in the spring of 2016 as students were moving out of the residence halls — the trash bins… Continue reading Newman collection drive helps the homeless
Bringing Broadway to Brookdale helps Janelle McGee give back
By Ken Arnold Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences… Continue reading Bringing Broadway to Brookdale helps Janelle McGee give back
University officials announce the spring 2017 Dean’s List
Newman University officials have released the 2017 spring semester Dean’s List. A total of 426 students have met the qualifications to be recognized on the Dean’s List, validating a semester… Continue reading University officials announce the spring 2017 Dean’s List
54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
The Newman University community stretches 500 miles west of the Wichita city limits to Colorado Springs, where an off-campus location is home to an extension of the Master of Social… Continue reading 54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
Featured speakers at Commencement provide inspiration for graduates
The 2017 spring commencement ceremonies took place at Central Community Church on Saturday, May 13 with hundreds of graduates, along with their families and friends, in attendance. During the Undergraduate… Continue reading Featured speakers at Commencement provide inspiration for graduates
Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) pinning ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 13 in the DeMattias Performance Hall, followed by a reception in the Gorges Atrium. The ceremony honored the… Continue reading Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
After announcements are sent out, classes are finished and grades are finally posted — all that is left for soon-to-be-graduates to do is receive a diploma while looking fine in… Continue reading Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Chair of the Newman University Board of Trustees Linda S. Davison is set to complete her third and final term of service in September 2017. At this time, current Vice-Chair Teresa… Continue reading Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Spring 2017 Commencement ceremonies honor Newman University graduates
Hundreds gathered at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kan. on Saturday, May 13 during two separate ceremonies to honor the 2017 spring graduates during this year’s commencement ceremonies.
Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
The Spring 2017 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 12, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Newman University honored 18 nursing degree graduates during a long-standing traditional Nurses’ Pinning ceremony on Friday, May 12. Today, the pins received by graduating nursing students represent the school where… Continue reading Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman University honored 29 students at a celebration banquet on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center to recognize the students from around Wichita who participated in the… Continue reading Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Wichita native and Newman University graduate student Rachel Greene is set to receive The League of Women Voters (LWV) Sandra Day O’Connor Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year. “I was thrilled,”… Continue reading Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Graduating senior Amanda Krook is using her leadership skills and personal experiences to pursue the path she is most passionate for — diagnostic medical sonography. Krook kicked off her college… Continue reading Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Two Newman faculty members are retiring after lengthy service at the university. A special retirement reception was held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, to honor Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic… Continue reading Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Saturday marked the 2nd Annual Maria Awards, a ceremony that recognizes student actors, tech, and the various productions the Newman Theatre Department has presented throughout the 2016-2017 academic year. The… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman University will stage a number of events May 12 and 13 to celebrate Fall 2016, Spring 2017, and Summer 2017 Graduates. Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies taking place… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13