Newman University introduced its new personalized student success program, Navigator, in the fall of 2020. The program was built on top of current efforts to guide students through the higher… Continue reading Alumni and students to connect through mentorship program
Alumni
Alumnus named first-ever head coach of collegiate soccer program
Alumnus Antonio Ledesma ’05 has been named head men’s and women’s soccer coach for Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) in his hometown of Athens, Texas. Ledesma is the first soccer… Continue reading Alumnus named first-ever head coach of collegiate soccer program
Alumna Rebekah Valentine honored with Journalist of the Year award
Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni
Newman University Advancement will host a Drive-Thru Christmas for its donors and alumni from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, in front of Dugan Library. Laura Hartley, director of alumni… Continue reading Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni
Tim Belsan ’05 moves into new U.S. Department of Justice role
Newman University alumnus Tim Belsan ’05 is breaking new ground having been recently appointed the inaugural director of the Enforcement Section within the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Immigration… Continue reading Tim Belsan ’05 moves into new U.S. Department of Justice role
Newman joins global generosity movement
Giving Tuesday, a feel-good movement that started in 2012, is a day for people and organizations to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity. It particularly fits Newman’s mission, as the Giving… Continue reading Newman joins global generosity movement
Teaching during a pandemic: an alumna’s perspective
The education world might look different in 2020 but it is still an essential piece of everyday life. Educators are working hard in their communities to forge ahead while continuing… Continue reading Teaching during a pandemic: an alumna’s perspective
Alumnus relates to students through overcoming adversity
Alex Melugin ’12 plays role in battling ALS
Alex Melugin ‘12 lost his grandmother to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in 2017. That experience sparked a passion within to do something more… Continue reading Alex Melugin ’12 plays role in battling ALS
Giving Tuesday event a Newman take on a popular game show
The Newman University Advancement Office will be hosting a special Giving Tuesday fundraising event titled “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Newman University Edition.” The virtual event will happen through… Continue reading Giving Tuesday event a Newman take on a popular game show
Newman alumnus Jeff Topping puts family first
(Above photo: Jeff Topping poses with his wife and daughters) Jeff Topping ‘98 has led a long and successful career in coaching and recently made a big change so he… Continue reading Newman alumnus Jeff Topping puts family first
Newman chemistry program creator dies at age 89
Newman alumnus continues theatrical work as new technical director
Former theatre student Lucas Farney recently stepped into the role of technical director and is already spearheading the construction of sets.
Newman alumna Salma Rios helps in COVID-19 battle
2020 Ford Mustang raffle winner revealed
Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Adversity comes in many forms. Logan Kemp ‘20 said he learned a very important lesson during his time at Newman University: “The best way to do things is the right… Continue reading Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
Newman University sold raffle tickets for the chance to own an iconic silver 2020 Ford Mustang between Aug. 5 and Oct. 1. Thanks to the generosity of Rusty Eck Ford,… Continue reading Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
Therese Wetta, ASC, returns from two-year mission in Liberia
Alumna takes on $1.5 million ‘Imagine Salina’ campaign
Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Newman University Athletics is organizing its second annual alumni gathering in the form of a golf tournament, which will start at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 2, at the Derby Country Club.… Continue reading Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Alumni Sara and Larry Crow have always dreamed of opening a bookstore. Little did they know, the opportunity to act on that dream would happen during a pandemic. Sara and… Continue reading Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Alumnus organizes shoe drive, spreads positive message within community
Newman graduate Anthony Harvey ‘20 and his friend, Ja’Darius “JD” Woods, found a way to give back by organizing a local shoe drive they called Kicks 4 Kids, during which… Continue reading Alumnus organizes shoe drive, spreads positive message within community
Newman professor reaching new heights
Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life. How do you get it? You act enthusiastic until you make it a habit.” — Gordon Parks. Newman alumna Wilma Moore-Black has an enthusiasm… Continue reading Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
MBA alumnus Harter is using ‘muscles’ gained from degree to lead Spirit’s ventilator-making program
Pierre Harter ’19 had the right degrees for a career as an engineer in the aviation industry, having earned two aerospace engineering degrees at Wichita State University (WSU) by 2000.… Continue reading MBA alumnus Harter is using ‘muscles’ gained from degree to lead Spirit’s ventilator-making program
Alumnus named Lawyer of the Year
Alumnus John E. Rapp was named 2021 Lawyer of the Year for DUI/DWI Defense in Wichita, Kansas. Just one lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored… Continue reading Alumnus named Lawyer of the Year
Heather Linscheid ’96 named Citizen of the Year
Heather Linscheid ‘96 was recently named Citizen of the Year by the Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce in Carl Junction, Missouri, for her work on developing an accessible playground open… Continue reading Heather Linscheid ’96 named Citizen of the Year
Newman alumnus returns as new head women’s soccer coach
Newman University Athletics has chosen alumnus Jay Holmes ‘89 as the new head women’s soccer coach effective Aug. 20. He returns to Newman with a long history in the sport,… Continue reading Newman alumnus returns as new head women’s soccer coach
Bailey McGuffey ’17 reflects on her Newman experience
Newman alumna Bailey McGuffey ‘17 is on her way to fulfill her dream as a physician assistant after recently successfully completing the PA program at Christian Brothers University (CBU) in… Continue reading Bailey McGuffey ’17 reflects on her Newman experience
Education and experiences lead to a fulfilling career for alumnus
Since graduating from Newman University (then Kansas Newman College) in 1981 and from Iowa State University in 1987, Jim Macias has had a successful 30-year career working for Shell Oil… Continue reading Education and experiences lead to a fulfilling career for alumnus
Thor Balavage ’20 new football coach for Southeast High
Alumnus Thor Balavage reflects on his time at Newman and discusses his future career path.
Newman alumni connect, assist in arranging life-changing surgery
Above photo from left to right: Sr. Therese Wetta ’64, ASC, Dr. Brad Dart ’97, Francis Sio, Augustine Sio When God wants something done, He sure knows how to make… Continue reading Newman alumni connect, assist in arranging life-changing surgery
Alumna set to coach college-level basketball
Recent alumna Michaela Mack ‘20 has been hired as assistant women’s basketball coach at Crowder College in Neosha, Missouri. While she prepares for this next step in her athletic career,… Continue reading Alumna set to coach college-level basketball
Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Angela Perez ’18 was appointed executive director of The Urban League of Kansas (ULK) in May 2020. Perez received her Master of Education in organizational leadership from Newman University and… Continue reading Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Nursing student prepares to transform society
Newman students have a special, innate desire to transform society. Jose Rojas-Montero ’20 was inspired to do just that while at Newman University. He graduated in May with a nursing… Continue reading Nursing student prepares to transform society
Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Written by Sports Information Director Collin Loutensock and Graduate Assistant Alex Mead Rodney Tafoya, who graduated from Newman in 1989, continues to dominate on the diamond. At the age of… Continue reading Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Alumna honored with Bright Red Apple teaching award
Andover Public Schools in Kansas awarded Newman University alumna Hailey Braddy with its Bright Red Apple award for her impressive work as a new teacher. Braddy graduated from Newman in… Continue reading Alumna honored with Bright Red Apple teaching award
Recent Newman graduates reflect on virtual commencement, higher education and future
The time for graduation has come yet again, and though the 2020 commencement ceremony was somewhat unorthodox, seniors were happy to have their accomplishments acknowledged. Several seniors — or rather, alumni… Continue reading Recent Newman graduates reflect on virtual commencement, higher education and future
Like mother, like daughter: graduating together for a second time
Mother and daughter graduates Denise and Alyssa Cooley celebrated their graduation day together — for the second time. Even though they weren’t able to participate in a traditional commencement ceremony… Continue reading Like mother, like daughter: graduating together for a second time
