Alumni

From online Newman student to executive director: Karem Gallo ’24

Gallo (center) and family

When Karem Gallo crossed the stage at Newman University’s commencement in May 2024, she wasn’t just celebrating her graduation. She was celebrating a decade-long journey filled with resilience, ambition and… Continue reading From online Newman student to executive director: Karem Gallo ’24

Stewardship shows during 2024 Party on the Plaza

Tables full of supporters fill Founders Plaza at Newman University for the annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser.

Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s, took place Saturday, September 28 with a grand total of $173,400 raised for student financial aid.

Podcast: Emmy Award winner shares ‘the art of storytelling’

Riedl sits in front of his mic in Michigan during the filming of "The Newman Bond" podcast episode.

2024 Emmy Award winner Matt Riedl ’15 was recently featured on an episode of “The Newman Bond,” the official podcast of Newman University.

Ready for a roaring time: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza

Two bidders excitedly raise their hands during the live auction portion of the Party on the Plaza fundraiser.

Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.

Miss Kansas Alexis Smith featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast

Miss Kansas Alexis Smith holds her puppet, Aliyah, as she demonstrates her ventriloquism talent.

Royalty graced “The Newman Bond” podcast when Newman nursing alumna and 2024 Miss Kansas Alexis Smith ’23 was featured July 16.

Several seminarians spent summer in faithful service

Koby Nguyen spent much of him time behind bars this summer, bringing the Word to prisoners. He said the experience changed the way he views God’s love and mercy. (Advance photo)

Several Newman University seminarians, students and alumni spent their 2024 summers in faithful service to the Lord.

ASC sisters celebrate their 50-year Jubilees as Adorers

Sisters of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ raise their hands as they read a prayer in unison.

Sister Barbara Smith, ASC, and Sister Diana Rawlings, ASC, celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ in July 2024.

Overcoming oceans: Sophia Kassita’s Newman nursing journey

Sophia Kassita wears her scrubs, gloves and stethoscope in a Newman nursing classroom. Photo courtesy of JCBPix Photography.

For Newman University graduate Sophia Kassita ‘24, attending Newman University’s nursing school was a transatlantic journey. 

Newman bowling coach graduates alongside his student-athletes

Coach Billy Murphy received his college diploma from President Kathleen Jagger during Newman University commencement day.

Newman Bowling Coach Billy Murphy earned his college degree alongside his graduating student-athletes on commencement day May 10. 

Alumnus Matt Riedl wins Emmy for Catholic video ‘Portraits of the Call’

Riedl with his Emmy Award for his "Portraits of the Call" video project with the Diocese of Lansing in Michigan.

Less than 10 years after graduating from Newman University, alumnus Matt Riedl ’15 recently won an Emmy Award for his video storytelling.

‘A miracle’ leads seminarian Matthew Ralls back to Newman

Ralls stands before a white cross with fellow participants of the 2012 Guatemala Study and Serve program at Newman University.

Matthew Ralls ‘14 believes divine intervention brought him back to Newman University for the 2024 summer Spanish immersion program.

First-generation graduate Melody Mertes inspired by parents to earn degree

Mertes greets a friend following the Baccalaureate Mass in St. John's Chapel for graduates and their families.

First-generation graduate Melody Mertes ’24 was inspired by her parents to earn her college degree from Newman University.

Father Adam Grelinger completes last days as Newman chaplain

Father Adam Grelinger (second from the left) folds his hands on stage at the 2024 Newman commencement ceremony.

After five years as the campus chaplain, Father Adam Grelinger ‘11 celebrated his last day at Newman University on June 21.

Video: Save the date for Party on the Plaza Sept. 28

The Newman troubadours perform in flapper dresses and caps during the roaring 20's themed Party on the Plaza (2023).

The Roaring 20’s theme is back and better than ever for Newman University’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Party on the Plaza.

Newman employee Tiffany Webster earns 2 degrees in 5 years

(From left to right) Jill Fort (associate vice president of academic affairs), Tiffany Webster (outreach student success coordinator), Jessica Bird (dean of the School of Education and Social Work) and Alden Stout (vice president of academic affairs).

Newman University graduate Tiffany Webster ‘23, she took her boss’s words to heart when encouraged to earn her master’s degree.

Newman alumnus Samuel Hersh takes helm as senior development officer for athletics

Newman student-athlete alumnus Samuel Hersh returns to campus as its new senior development officer for Athletics

Newman University recently hired Samuel Hersh as its new senior development officer for Athletics within the Institutional Advancement office.

Marilyn Roberts receives Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award

Alumna Marilyn Roberts received the Leon A. McNeill Alumni Award.

Alumna Marilyn Roberts ‘03, ‘07, won the 2024 Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award from Newman University.

Newman graduate wins $32k to field gap in health care

Vasilescu holds up his first-place win of $25,000 in the form of a giant check.

At the Shocker New Venture Competition, Newman graduate Nick Vasilescu ’23 took home a first-place win of $25,000 for his product, Testkey.

Graduate with heart for service wins 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award

Newman University President Kathleen Jagger, Ph.D., MPH, awards Ashley Dinh the 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award.

On one of the biggest days of her life, Newman University graduate Ashley Dinh won the 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award.