Alumnus Tim Belsan ’05 was recognized as the recipient of the prestigious Leon A. McNeill Alumni Award from Newman University.
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Kimberly Lies honored with Spirit of Acuto Award for faith-driven service
Kimberly Lies, a dedicated teacher, was awarded the 2025 Spirit of Acuto Award during Newman University’s Legacy Banquet on April 8.
Podcast: How financial literacy led to a lifelong passion
2025 Newman graduate Emma Taylor shares on “The Newman Bond” podcast how she graduated in two years and led a financial literacy series.
Graduates called to live ‘life of significance’ at 2025 commencement
Newman University honored the class of 2025 during its annual commencement ceremony at Park City Arena on Saturday, May 17.
Alumna Kathleen Webb is recognized for spirit of service
Kathleen Webb ’79 was selected as the 2025 Beata Netemeyer Distinguished Alumni Award at Newman University in Wichita.
Alumnus Mitch Arnold named head wrestling coach
Alumnus Mitch Arnold was named the next head wrestling coach for Newman Athletics with more than 10 years of coaching under his belt.
Alumna tackles Parkinson’s disease through nonprofit businesses
Newman University graduate Shana Gatschet ’98 serves as an occupational therapist on a mission to empower patients with Parkinson’s disease.
Hometown harmony: Hugo Hernandez ’15 is revitalizing Dodge City
Newman alumnus Hugo Hernandez has become a hometown leader in Dodge City, inspired through music, education and his community.
Lindsey Salrin’s journey: resilience, growth and purpose in teaching
2022 graduate Lindsey Salrin’s path to teaching through Newman University is a testament to her perseverance, passion and purpose.
Martina Lolli ’24 scores marketing job in New York
Now an exciting future lies ahead for the Newman graduate Lolli, who recently accepted a job offer in Manhattan, New York.
Graduate Andrew Nguyen returns to Newman — this time as a seminarian
Alumnus Andrew Nguyen ‘23 returned to Newman University in fall 2024, this time as a seminarian pursuing the call to priesthood.
‘Planting seeds’ with Newman’s pastoral ministry program: Kevin Oldham ’24
Newman graduate Kevin Oldham ’24 leveled up in his faith with the pastoral ministry certificate program through Newman University.
Newman student, mascot spark excitement at elementary reading camp
In early March, Newman University senior Allie Johnson and Newman mascot Johnny Jet visited OK Elementary School’s reading camp.
Angie Mendoza makes history as first female CEO of Mennonite Housing
Alumna Angie Mendoza ‘98 broke new ground as the first female CEO of Mennonite Housing, a nonprofit in Wichita.
It’s all-alumni reunion time once again
This coming June, step back on campus and back in time as you reminisce during the 2025 All-Alumni Reunion at Newman University June 6-7.
Celebrating problem-solvers of society: 2025 Newman Legacy Banquet
Newman University hosted the Legacy Banquet April 8 to honor those who serve, support and follow God’s mission.
Alumna Tori Provencio spikes success in coaching career
A decade before becoming Butler Community College’s (BCC) newest Assistant Volleyball Coach in January of 2025, Tori Provencio…
Three awarded in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. for service
The 2025 MLK service award recipients were student Travia Smith, faculty member Tim Cho and staff member James Sanny.
Meet three Newman graduates-turned-mentors
For many students, graduation marks the end of their time at a university. But for these former Newman University student-athletes, their journey has come full circle. Alumnae Natalie Morales ‘24,… Continue reading Meet three Newman graduates-turned-mentors
6th Annual Newman Giving Day reaches new donor heights
Newman University supporters rallied together to raise money during the 6th annual Giving Day event on February 26 with competitions, matching challenges and one-of-a-kind game show and trivia events.
Homily: Pick up your cross for life’s ‘greatest adventure’
During his homily, Chaplain Father Ed Herzog reflected on how each of us is called to “pick up our cross and follow him” (Matthew 16:24-26).
Once a Jet, always a Jet: Homecoming 2025
Snow didn’t stop fans from filling the stands of the Fugate Gymnasium during homecoming night February 12 at Newman University.
It’s game on for Newman Giving Day Feb. 26
For 24 hours on February 26, Newman University Jets will fundraise during Giving Day by giving back to campus areas that matter most to them.
Meet the maker: Pop Culture Pandemonium Trivia Night Feb. 28
It’s time to test your pop culture knowledge during trivia night, all in the spirit of fundraising for Newman University’s Giving Day.
How Newman prepared a Ph.D. candidate for success
Graduate Amanda Becker ’18 leans on the skills she learned as a Newman student in her doctorate program at Saint Louis University.
From humble beginnings to 40 Under 40: Yamir Lozada
2024 marked a significant year for Yamir Lozada ‘12, ‘15, who was recognized as a 40 Under 40 recipient by the Wichita Business Journal.
A year in photos: reminiscing 2024 events
Hundreds of smiles, achievements and memories were captured on camera in 2024 at Newman University.
Education empowers: A look back at Newman University in 2024
In 2024, Newman University continued its mission of empowering graduates through education, transforming lives and communities.
Newman University announces 2024 fall graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2024 fall semester.
Casey Long receives Kansas Teacher of Promise Award
On a cool September day, Casey Long ‘24 was working in her third-grade classroom when she felt her watch buzz with a notification. “I looked at my para with wide… Continue reading Casey Long receives Kansas Teacher of Promise Award
Second week of Advent reflections released
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent in December.
Newman Fund proves critical to university’s mission as higher education landscape evolves
The Newman Fund has become an essential ingredient in Newman University’s recipe for success, according to university leadership.
From uncertain student to teacher and esports pioneer
Tyler Rydman earned his master’s degree in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in ESOL from Newman University in May 2024.
Newman National Alumni Board welcomes new members
The Newman University National Alumni Board welcomed and introduces eight new members for the 2024-25 academic year.
Ellise McGowan scores role as varsity softball coach in Nevada
As head varsity coach for the softball team at Carson High School, Ellise McGowan ’17 gets to tap into the sport she loves most.
Newman wrestling coach gleans leadership lessons from military service
Newman alumnus Staff Sergeant Ryan Smith’s applied his leadership lessons from the US military to his position as head wrestling coach.
Several first-year students are family of Newman professors
Many students say Newman University feels like a family, and for some, it’s not just a feeling — it’s a reality.
From seminary to streets: How faith guides alumnus in advocating for the homeless
Alumnus Cole Schneiders presented “Preferential option for the poor” at Newman University before students, faculty and community members.
Turning grief into purpose: Lucy Mwangi is a future physician
Newman graduate Lucy Mwangi ’23 aspires to become the best physician she can be and carries her mother’s memory with her every day.
Experience as primary caretaker leads graduate to career in medicine
For 2023 Newman biology graduate Kamren Hall, his path to becoming a physician has been a winding one.