In the last four months, Newman University has welcomed several new employees to its team of faculty and staff.
Alumni
Alumna Ann Fox honored at HumanKind Banquet
Ann Fox, alumna of Newman University, was awarded the “Leadership Through Action Award” at the 2021 Humanitarian Awards Benefit.
Newman to offer MSW information session Sept. 23
A Master of Social Work (MSW) information session will be held at 5:15 pm on Thursday, September 23 in Eck Hall room 126 on the Newman campus.
Master of Social Work graduate Sierra Fair lands her dream job
Sierra Fair, a Master of Social Work graduate of 2021, recently landed her dream job as a mental health therapist.
Students express what Party on the Plaza means to them
Many Newman students benefit from funds raised at Party on the Plaza, which directly contribute to student financial aid.
Newman alumni share fond memories of Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza is the Newman University event of the year — and many Newman alumni share fond memories from it.
Behind-the-scenes: Planning 2021 Party on the Plaza
Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser is a community-wide effort from start to finish. Learn more about what goes into POP!
Party on the Plaza: A video message from Lady Laura
With the 2021 Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance only days away, we hope you enjoy a special video message from Laura Hartley, director of alumni and campus events.
10 reasons why you should attend Party on the Plaza
Aside from the fun, here are 10 reasons (plus a bonus) why you should attend Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance on September 18, 2021.
What to expect at 2021 Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance
Wichita’s Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance kicks off Saturday, September 18 on the Newman University campus.
Tennis alum Regis Fox credits Newman for leadership skills
Tennis alum Regis Fox gives Newman University a lot of credit for molding him into the leader he is today.
Amanda Stanley named city attorney for Topeka
Amanda Stanley, 2008 graduate of Newman University, started her role as city attorney for the City of Topeka on Monday, Aug. 23.
Elementary education alumna returns to hometown school district
Emma Eck, a May 2021 elementary education graduate, secured a job as a fourth-grade teacher at Andale Elementary in Andale, Kansas’s Renwick Unified School District, where she will begin teaching this fall.
Alumnus Matt Riedl receives Catholic Media Association recognition
Matt Riedl, an alumnus of 2015, was recognized as a finalist for the Cardinal John P. Foley Award through the Catholic Media Association.
Sgt. Katasha Bledsoe: officer by day, bodybuilder by night
In 2009, Katasha Bledsoe graduated from Newman with a degree in criminal justice. Now she’s both a sergeant with the Winfield Police Department and a competitive bodybuilder.
Alumnus helps launch U.S. Space Force
Brigadier General Shawn Campbell ‘95 never imagined he’d be launching a new military branch when he joined the Air Force nearly 30 years ago.
Five Newman roommates travel to Washington, Oregon
Five roommates — Hannah Abney, Maddy Conrad, Julia Myers, Alondra Torres and Marlie Wagner — recently took a trip to Washington and Oregon.
Newman wrestler named College Male Athlete of the Year
Newman Wrestler Kameron Frame was recently named College Male Athlete of the Year by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission.
Newman alumna Chelsea Smet starts theater company in Missouri
Newman University alumna Chelsea Smet (graduate of ’15) recently started the Smet Theatrics theatre company in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
Newman medical students put skills to test during COVID
Newman University medical students and graduates put their “degree of difference” to work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sister Jenny Sellaro takes perpetual vows as an ASC
Last Saturday, Sister Jenny Sellaro publicly made her perpetual vows as an Adorer of the Blood of Christ (ASC) to “set her face ever more steadily toward the Lord.”
Former Newman stand-out leads women’s wrestling program in Ottawa
Newman alumnus and former wrestler, Dalton Weidl, recently started his new role as head women’s wrestling coach at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas.
Occupational therapy alumni aid Wichita woman with ‘bionic’ arm
Two Newman University occupational therapy (OT) program alumni, Leanne Bath ‘15 and Michael Reynolds ‘01, recently aided in helping a Wichita woman learn how to use her new prosthetic arm.
Newman alumnus helps students secure internships at Textron
Newman University data analytics students are making their mark on one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, Textron Aviation.
Nursing graduates share “How You Know You’re a Newman Nursing Student”
Students Kirsten Adolph and Clare Morgan, both 2021 graduates, were volunteered by their classmates to lead the student address, which included a lighthearted segment, “How You Know You’re a Newman Nursing Student.”
Women of Sacred Heart Academy celebrate their 75th birthdays
On June 7, a 75th birthday celebration was held for women of the Sacred Heart Academy (now Newman University) class of 1964. The “Still Cruising 75 at 75” themed party included a luncheon, birthday cake, class photos from the university archives and even newly made Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) keychains as party favors.
2021 Ablah Awards presented to three outstanding students
Each year, Newman University selects one male and one female recipient for the prestigious Ablah Awards. This year, however, the awards committee decided on two female recipients and one male recipient, all three of whom were announced at the spring commencement ceremony held on Friday, May 7.
2021 spring Dean’s List released
Newman University has released its 2021 spring Dean’s List.
Johanna Forshee retires from teaching with induction into hall of fame
Newman University alumna Johanna Foreshee ‘69 retired from a 50-year career in education while being honored as an inductee into the Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame class of 2021.
Marie O’Neal lands teaching opportunity in Madrid
In August, Newman graduate Marie O’Neal will head to Madrid, Spain, where she landed an overseas opportunity as an English Teaching Assistant with Meddeas.
MSW program celebrates Colorado Springs graduates
The Newman University Colorado Springs Master of Social Work (MSW) program celebrated its 2021 graduates during a May 15 hooding ceremony. The Colorado Springs outreach location started in 2005 and… Continue reading MSW program celebrates Colorado Springs graduates
2020 graduates offered opportunity to walk in 2021 commencement
COVID-19 shuttered many plans and events, including Newman University’s in-person commencement last spring. Because of this, 2020 graduates were invited to walk in the 2021 ceremony May 7. Nearly 100… Continue reading 2020 graduates offered opportunity to walk in 2021 commencement
Newman celebrates graduating class of 2021 with commencement ceremonies
Newman University celebrated the graduating class of 2020-21 on Friday, May 7, at Hartman Arena in Wichita, Kansas.
Alumna Courtney Klaus wins Moot Court tournament
Alumna Courtney Klaus ‘20 was recently named Best Oralist after she and her classmate took first place in the Notre Dame 1L Moot Court Tournament. Klaus graduated from Newman with… Continue reading Alumna Courtney Klaus wins Moot Court tournament
Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
Newman University Athletics celebrated its baseball program creator, Paul Sanagorski, on Saturday, April 24, during a special ceremony and reunion. Newman University president Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., and Director of… Continue reading Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
Spring Newman University Magazine debuts
The newest issue of university’s online magazine is now available. The 2021 Spring Newman University Magazine, which debuted April 21, features stories about Newman faculty, staff, students and alumni. The… Continue reading Spring Newman University Magazine debuts
Alumni recognized in virtual ceremony
Newman University celebrated its annual Alumni Award recipients in a virtual ceremony, which took place at 7:30 p.m. April 15 via the university’s Facebook and YouTube pages. The 2021 winners were originally… Continue reading Alumni recognized in virtual ceremony
Barnwell leads team to national title game
Newman University alumnus Luke Barnwell ’13 has experienced a “once in a lifetime” spring — or maybe it is just the start of a new normal. After being named the… Continue reading Barnwell leads team to national title game
Alumnus realizes ‘American dream’
Rashed Chowdhury ‘07 has realized many goals in his life — two of his most recent, starting his own company and authoring a book. “Building a Salesforce-Powered Front Office: A… Continue reading Alumnus realizes ‘American dream’
Newman University to celebrate Alumni Award winners virtually
Newman University is excited to celebrate its annual Alumni Award recipients with a virtual ceremony at 7 p.m. April 15 via the university’s Facebook page. The 2021 winners were originally… Continue reading Newman University to celebrate Alumni Award winners virtually