Having technology issues? No problem. Meet Adam Sawyer, the new help desk and classroom technology coordinator. He may be recognizable due to the fact that he is a December 2017 Newman graduate.… Continue reading Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
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Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
At Newman University, students are prepared to transform society. Since Sarah Balderas graduated from Newman in 2015, she has been making her way through Washburn Law School, many internships and… Continue reading Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
A day of tradition and tea
High tea is a cherished tradition that has become a part of the year that Newman University staff, student, and faculty look forward to each year. It has been a… Continue reading A day of tradition and tea
Heritage Month — history and tradition
Rich history and timeless tradition are important traits of Newman University. The two come together throughout Heritage Month, celebrated each year in February. The celebration honors the university’s namesake, John Henry… Continue reading Heritage Month — history and tradition
Father Tatro returns to Newman for Gerber Institute ‘Lunch and Learn’
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies welcomes Father Joe Tatro as he presents, “Catholic Anthropology and The Application to Therapeutic Practice.”
Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Newman alumna Chelsea “C.L.” Smet is no stranger to being honored for her work as a playwright. In 2015, Smet was a senior working on her theatre performance major at… Continue reading Newman alumna makes playwriting waves
Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Brooke Ward is the new Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Newman University. Ward, who is also a Newman alumna, began her career at the university in 2016. She said… Continue reading Newman sonography program welcomes new director, Brooke Ward
Newman alumni relations prepares for annual alumni weekend
Alumni Weekend will be held earlier this year beginning April 20. All Newman University alumni will receive invitations in their physical mailbox as well as an email in the coming… Continue reading Newman alumni relations prepares for annual alumni weekend
Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
Alumna Emily Simon ’16 didn’t seem to get quite enough of Newman in her four years as an undergraduate student. Now, she is pursuing her master’s degree and is the… Continue reading Alumna Emily Simon hired as Dugan Library associate
2017 Year in Review
Newman University has experienced many new beginnings and celebrated numerous achievements with staff, faculty, students and alumni. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from… Continue reading 2017 Year in Review
Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Senior Anna Burton has had an exciting end to her final semester at Newman. Not only will she graduate in December, she was recently recognized with two major honors —… Continue reading Distinguished nursing honor rewards passion for helping others
Pinning ceremony recognizes fall 2017 nursing candidates
Newman University recognized 23 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2017 Nursing Pinning Ceremony.
Newman alumnus nominated for 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year
Newman alumnus Kris Moore has been nominated for the 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year award. Moore works at Dodge City High School as a residential carpentry instructor. He has… Continue reading Newman alumnus nominated for 2018 Kansas Teacher of the Year
Thriving in the communication field
When Newman alumna Ellen Healy graduated in May 2016, she was looking forward to making the switch from intern to full-time employee at the company she was working for. A… Continue reading Thriving in the communication field
Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
Daniel Bryan is the new director of alumni relations and annual giving coordinator at Newman University. “I’m excited just to be back and get to work on campus again because… Continue reading Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
The School of Business gains a new faculty member
The Newman University School of Business recently welcomed new Assistant Professor of Strategic Intelligence Scott McIntosh. Strategic intelligence, according to McIntosh, is “the capability to take a significant amount of… Continue reading The School of Business gains a new faculty member
Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Newman alumnus Jason Prideaux is the founder of a new nonprofit in Wichita, Kansas — K12 Sports USA. He received a Bachelor of Science in accounting and management from Newman University… Continue reading Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
The fall phone-a-thon at Newman University is wrapping up after two weeks of raising money for the Newman Fund. Newman holds a traditional phone-a-thon each semester, during which students have an… Continue reading Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
Career Services partnered with the criminal justice program to host “Table Talks,” an event during which criminal justice majors could ask questions of alumni who have the same degree and… Continue reading ‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
2017 Party on the Plaza sets record
Party on the Plaza, Newman University’s largest annual fundraiser, was a major success this year. The event raised $35,000 more than last year for student scholarships. A total of $180,000 was raised… Continue reading 2017 Party on the Plaza sets record
Consequential construction — Bishop Gerber Science Center
Tom Dondlinger, president of Dondlinger Construction, has spent many hours of his life on the Newman University campus, the longest time being when he was a student from 1968-1972. Most… Continue reading Consequential construction — Bishop Gerber Science Center
Former Newman board member honored with Lifetime Business Award
Former Newman board of trustees member Tony Madrigal was honored with the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Business Award on Sept 21. Madrigal is the CEO of Madrigal &… Continue reading Former Newman board member honored with Lifetime Business Award
It was a great night for a Party on the Plaza
Every year at Newman University, friends and supporters gather with open hearts on Founders Plaza for a night of great food and fun. The annual Party on the Plaza took… Continue reading It was a great night for a Party on the Plaza
Dedication ceremony celebrates the future
Newman University hosted an eagerly awaited dedication ceremony of the new Bishop Gerber Science Center on Sept. 21.
Newman alumnus is nominated for Kansas Teacher of the Year
Newman alumnus Gilbert Still Jr. is among eight finalists in the running to become Kansas Teacher of the Year. The Kansas State Department of Education will announce who will be… Continue reading Newman alumnus is nominated for Kansas Teacher of the Year
Party on the Plaza: Bring on the wine and dine
Party on the Plaza (POP) is almost here and preparing for an event of this scale takes more than just a couple months of planning. The party will be held Sept.… Continue reading Party on the Plaza: Bring on the wine and dine
Mission Talk series begins with the first chapter in Newman history
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, is once again leading the traditional Mission Talk series at Newman University. This year, Rohrbach will focus on separate chapters of time based… Continue reading Mission Talk series begins with the first chapter in Newman history
Party on the Plaza live auction sneak preview
The annual Party on the Plaza is just around the corner. This year’s event, which will take place at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, on Founder’s Plaza, has a brand… Continue reading Party on the Plaza live auction sneak preview
Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
It’s time for a getaway. Newman University’s Party on the Plaza, “A Night in Tuscany,” is the perfect opportunity for a night out in Wichita that will transport you to… Continue reading Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
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
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
Newman alumna gives back to the community through her work
“I stand on the shoulders of two incredible women who came before me.”
Newman Alumni Weekend brings together generations of friends
Newman University held its annual Alumni Weekend Friday, June 23 – 24. The weekend was packed with social meals, inspiring presentations, fun activities and more. The event kicked off on… Continue reading Newman Alumni Weekend brings together generations of friends
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
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
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
Alumni and families invited to participate in Newman Alumni Weekend June 23-25
Newman University invites alumni and their families to participate in entertainment, learning events, family fun and an opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni at theNewman Alumni Weekend. The weekend of… Continue reading Alumni and families invited to participate in Newman Alumni Weekend June 23-25
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
Newman hosts Alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy Reunion
After a whopping 18 years, Newman University is welcoming back the alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy for a reunion on Thursday, June 22. “We are extending the invitation to… Continue reading Newman hosts Alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy Reunion
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