In this episode of The Newman Bond, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger and Emily Simon take a deep dive into the significance of Ash Wednesday.
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Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.
Alumna opens private practice with goal of helping others
Eva Nolasco ‘20 is passionate about helping others. This passion led her to opening her own private practice after earning her Master of Social Work from Newman University.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour theater challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Now live: Fall 2023 Newman Magazine (online)
The Newman Magazine site is now live with new, inspiring stories of students and alumni who embody Newman’s core values.
Newman unveils fall 2023 graduates list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 fall semester.
Cheers to 2023: A year in review
As we look back on 2023, we are filled with gratitude for the ongoing generosity and support of our Newman University community.
Newman campus is lively with holiday spirit
Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.
Podcast episode shares mini cheesecake recipe
Digital content specialist Amy Emerson ’19 teamed up with Director of Alumni Relations Dana Beitey to bring listeners of the Newman Bond podcast a holiday dessert recipe.
Week 2: Newman Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 3-24.
Week 1: Newman Advent reflections
A new Advent reflection will be shared for each day of the week, courtesy of Newman University.
Ghosting: The haunt of Kansas Newman College
Alumnus Jeff Baker ’83 shares an article published from The Vantage student newspaper Oct. 23, 1980.
New Heritage Room display features 90 years of Newman
There’s now a tangible collection of archives photos, artifacts and more on display for students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate Newman’s 90 years.
Alumna Arianna Raga serves as new Cowley Tigers tennis head coach
This past July, Arianna Raga, a 2016 Newman University graduate, took the reins as head men’s and women’s tennis coach at Cowley College.
Ahead of the med school game: Alex DeHoet
Alex DeHoet is one of two Newman students to receive early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine beginning mid-July.
Newman hosts annual blood drive Oct. 30
Newman University invites the public and campus community to participate in an American Red Cross blood drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman to host first color run/walk Dec. 2
Students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are invited to join the Newman University community for its first-ever color run/walk Saturday, Dec. 2.
Alumna Heather Crump joins United Way of the Plains
Even as a young child, Heather Crump knew she wanted a career that would enable her to make a positive impact on those around her.
Expert shares ‘Investing 101’ on Newman podcast episode
On a recent episode of Newman University’s official podcast, The Newman Bond, Associate Professor of Business Larry Straub shared a crash course on “Investing 101.”
Unleash the nostalgia: Athletics alumni weekend
Newman University invites all its alumni to return to campus for a weekend packed with athletics events and competitive fun from Friday, October 20 through Sunday, October 22.
Seeking nominations for 2024 Alumni Awards
The Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards. Nominees must be graduates of Newman University, Kansas Newman College or Sacred Heart College and must be at least five years beyond their graduation year.
Campus kickball tournament scheduled for Oct. 13
A campus-wide kickball tournament will take place at 5 p.m. on the Newman softball field.
Two-time Newman grad enters ‘the helping profession’
Valiore Corral’s experiences have led her to where she is today, helping others because of the help she was given.
A roaring success: Party on the Plaza 2023
The most glamorous bash of the year, Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s was held on Sept. 30, and $202,747 was raised for student financial aid!
From Newman to Mount Fuji: An alumni couple’s story
From first meeting in Mabee Dining Center to getting engaged on top of Japan’s Mount Fuji, Newman alumni Daniel Knolla and Marie Moore have experienced quite the journey.
‘Overcome with fulfillment:’ Mom of four earns degree
It took years of hard work and determination for Jordyn Shields, a 30-year-old mom of 4, to graduate with her Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Newman.
Alumna Amanda Crawford earns canon law degree
Newman alumna Amanda Crawford ’18 is a testament to the power of perseverance.
Full-time worker, student, mother earns education degree
Jana Phillips ’23 initially decided to become an educator because of her lifelong passion for education and making a positive impact on young minds.
MSW graduate combines skills as paramedic and social worker
Wichita native Malachi Winters has been a paramedic for 25 years and recently graduated with a master’s degree in social work from Newman University.
Alumna cares for children and families through social work
Alumna Serena Hanson ’10 is a seasoned social services professional who is making a difference in the field.
Newman University celebrates 90th birthday
On September 12, Newman University celebrated its 90th year as a place of learning.
Alumnus Curtis Nightingale is a rockin’ superintendent
On a recent episode of The Newman Bond podcast, Daniel Murphy, Newman University’s web technology specialist, chatted with musician and 2001 alumnus Curtis Nightingale about his journey since graduation and reminisced on their connections.
Newman’s newest members of the Board of Trustees
The Newman University Board of Trustees has welcomed three new members and reconfigured its executive committee for the 2023-24 academic year.
Two-time Newman graduate returns as director of residence life
Ian Lecki, a two-time Newman graduate, is serving as the director of residence life.
Crossover episode of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast discusses apocalyptic graphic novel
On a special crossover episode of The Newman Bond podcast — which features professional speakers, alumni, students and other members of Newman’s network — Associate Professor of Theology Matthew Umbarger and Technical Director Austin Schwartz ’23 connect to continue their conversations surrounding stories and literature that focus on end times.
Alumnus serves as deacon, former professional baseball umpire
The one word to describe Richard “Rick” Roder’s journey since graduating from Newman University in 1986 is “unique.”
Monthly Masses offered for Newman alumni, donors and benefactors
Special Masses will be offered each month to pray for alumni and donors of Newman University.
‘A little party never killed nobody’: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Education graduates of southwest Kansas walk at commencement
Several students from southwest Kansas walked at Newman University’s commencement ceremony on May 12.