To put it lightly, Linnea Baggett has been busy these past few years.
Alumni
Colorado Springs celebrates its newest graduates
In order to honor Newman’s remote graduates, past Colorado Springs program leaders created a celebration ceremony, complete with pinning and hooding, held locally.
OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience
The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson.
From Marymount to Newman: Two 2023 grads overcome adversity
When Marymount California University permanently closed, students Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez moved nearly 1,400 miles away and discovered a new home at Newman University.
Matthew Nguyen’s Newman experience: from seminary to fatherhood
For 2023 graduate Matthew Nguyen, his college journey has been a winding road.
Newman pre-med student graduates in three years
Ever since middle school Luke Sanders, a recent Newman biology graduate, has dreamt of being a surgeon.
Podcast: Class of 2023 shares advice for college experience
In honor of the Newman University commencement May 12, this special episode of The Newman Bond podcast highlights tips and advice from the graduating class of 2023.
Video: Newman commencement highlights
Our Newman University graduates of 2023 are soaring off to accomplish great things.
Five family members graduate from Newman at same time
At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas.
2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz
Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.
Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award
Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.
Alumna is full-time firefighter, semi-professional soccer player in UK
Harriet Jakeman ’16 plays semi-professional football for Bradford City Women and is a firefighter stationed in York.
A tremendous achievement: celebrating 2023 graduates
A grand total of 429 graduates of Newman University earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 12.
Richard Macías receives the Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award
Richard Macías, a 1980 graduate, recently received Newman University’s 2023 Monsignor Leon A McNeill Achievement Award.
Alumnus serves in Los Angeles School Police Department
Today, Newman alumnus Omar Landeros serves as a field training officer for the Los Angeles School Police Department.
Podcast episode: Team building through gaming
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Lisa Garcia ’08 chatted about her passion for gaming and how it relates to her teaching.
Alumna Lovella Kelley receives Beata Netemeyer Service Award
Lovella Kelley ’91 was recently presented with Newman University’s Beata Netemeyer Service Award.
Alumnus rises to leadership roles at Eastern Oregon University
Matt Seimears’ journey since graduating from Newman University has been as fulfilling as it has been busy.
Nursing grad works in burn ICU unit at The University of Kansas Hospital
Bridget Jorgensen has had an interest in the field of medicine ever since she can remember.
Three Newman alums help lead Wichita’s homeless task force
Newman University is proud to have three alums who are part of the City of Wichita’s new homeless task force, which is aimed at addressing the number of people experiencing homelessness in downtown Wichita.
Newman University prepares for 2023 All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Newman University is preparing to host an All-Alumni Reunion to take place on the weekend of June 23-25 on campus.
Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond
Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.
Familiar faces take on new roles in Student Life
Two former Newman University admissions counselors recently stepped into roles within the Department of Student Life, bringing their expertise deeper into the heart of campus.
Alumna named pastoral care director at St. Bernards Medical Center
Megan Mayeux ’18, ’20 was hired as the first lay director of pastoral care at Saint Bernards Medical Center in Arkansas.
Alumnus Gilbert Still steps into principal role
This coming fall, Dodge City Middle School Assistant Principal Gilbert Still will step up as the school’s principal following a promotion by the Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education.
Video: Spring 2023 student update
In this video update, sophomore Beth Griffiths gives an inside look at the exciting campus events that have already taken place and are yet to come this semester.
Former Newman student team-teaches class with past professor
Sarah Balderas, owner of immigration law firm Baleras Legal Group, LLC, is team teaching a night class with her former Newman professor Sonja Bontrager.
Alumna is medical director for Iowa vet hospital
Erin Schmidt ’13 used her biochemistry degree to pursue a career in the veterinary field.
Shaping students into superintendents
Many of Newman University Assistant Professor of Education John Burke’s former district leadership licensure students have gone on to become superintendents in their respective school districts.
Alumna’s resilience leaves mark on Newman
Kylie Lucent, 2021 graduate from Newman, has not been dealt a golden hand. She is a first generation college graduate who has had to work extremely hard to get to where she is, both in her career and life.
Three generations of Sevarts attend Newman
Attending Newman University seems to be a family tradition for the Sevarts.
Alumnus Todd Martz making waves at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Todd Martz stumbled into the field of chemical oceanography as a graduate student in the University of Montana’s chemistry department, where he studied chemical sensor instrumentation that was being developed… Continue reading Alumnus Todd Martz making waves at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Heroic efforts lead to triumphant 2023 Giving Day
Even without a Bat-Signal or capes, many Newman University supporters answered the call to “Be A Hero” during the fourth annual Giving Day fundraiser February 28.
Courtney Klaus readies herself for fulfilling law career
Courtney Klaus has a lot to be proud of, and she hasn’t even begun her career yet.
Professor John McCormick moonlights as a real estate agent with his two sons
Professor of Theology John McCormick ’08 and his two sons, Joe ’15 and Ben ’19, created their own business.
Podcast: Significance of Ash Wednesday
In this episode of The Newman Bond podcast, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger and Emily Simon, assistant director of Campus Ministry and The Honors Program, take a deeper dive into the reason for the season.
Newman shares recipe for a successful High Tea
From perfectly plated finger foods to toasty Earl Grey tea, it takes many elements of precision to ensure a successful High Tea event at Newman University.
Sonography graduate opens 3D ultrasound business
Arunie Siyavong ’20 opened a 3D/4D and 5D ultrasound studio called Glimpse of Love
Video: Capturing the action of Homecoming 2023
Newman University homecoming night boasts a roaring crowd, action-packed games and crowned royalty. Watch the video recap of the 2023 homecoming on Feb. 15.
Monica Blanco receives Kansas Horizon Award
Monica Blanco, a 2022 Newman University graduate, is one of 32 educators to receive the Kansas Department of Education’s 2023 Kansas Horizon Award.