After five years of exceptional life challenges, Newman biology alumna Taylor Spencer ‘20 is building a brighter future for herself and her son — starting with medical school on the Caribbean island of Barbados.
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Love at Newman: Madeline Alvarez and Cole Schnieders
Senior Madeline (Alvarez) Schnieders and Cole Schnieders were married December 30, 2021, in Saint John’s Chapel.
Senior development officer eager to connect with alumni and community
Conni Mansaw, a Wichita native and Newman University alumna, recently joined the Newman team as senior development officer.
Alumna Patricia M. Lujan works on third Newman degree; begins master’s program
Newman University alumna Patricia Lujan is continuing her higher education journey by entering into a third degree program.
Professor connects student Enzo Bonventre with full-time opportunity
Business professor Larry Straub connected ’21 graduate Enzo Bonventre to an internship-turned-full-time opportunity with Paul Gray Homes.
Alumna Christine Ostroski helps special needs community make First Communion
Christine Ostroski ‘86 is following her calling — helping individuals with special needs live out a life of faith and devotion.
Newman University announces 2021 fall graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who earned a degree at the close of the 2021 fall semester.
2021 Newman summer graduates announced
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of summer 2021.
A year in review: 2021
The 2021 Newman year in review features a glance back on memories made, challenges overcome and individuals worth celebrating.
Alumnus Joe Hanrahan enjoying life on stage and behind the scenes
Alumnus Joe Hanrahan talks about his love for theater and why he does what he does 50 years after discovering the craft.
First-year student Emily Pachta follows sister’s footsteps
When Emily Pachta started first grade, her sister, Elyse (Pachta) Rottinghaus, began her freshman year at Newman University.
Newman alumna named Miss Capital City
Gabby Altenor, a May 2021 graduate in biology and Ablah Award recipient, was recently named Miss Capital City 2022, which is affiliated with the Miss America Organization.
Alumna Sarah Balderas celebrates one year of law firm ownership
English alumna Sarah Balderas just celebrated year one of the Balderas Legal Group LLC, an immigration law firm located in Wichita.
Army Captain and alumnus logs nearly 2,000 miles in Middle East
Captain Matthew Ayers, a two-time Newman graduate of 2016 and 2018, completed nearly 2,000 miles in an Army camp.
What I have Newman to thank for: reflections of an international student after 15 years
Newman graduate Levi Nyitrai reflects on his education at Newman University and the skills gained that he carries with him today.
Tallgrass Film Festival honors Gordon Parks with filmmaker’s award; carries Newman connection
Wilma Moore-Black ‘92 said she feels honored to have been part of the newest Tallgrass Film Festival award honoring Gordon Parks.
Making candles, music and art
Alumnus Jim Macias ’81, shares about the hobbies he’s racked up during retirement, including candle making, music and art.
A little wine, reading and writing
Alumnus James R. Macias ’81, shares about his wine connoisseur adventures, reading and writing in the world of retirement.
Into the Great Wide Open – Navigating Retirement Without a Compass
In this contributing article, Newman alumnus James R. Macias ’81, shares the challenges and hopes for navigating the world of retirement.
Alumnus Jordan Barney steps into medical residency
2014 alumnus Jordan Barney majored in biology, finished medical school at the KU School of Medicine and is now entering into medical residency.
Alumni Award nominations now open for 2022
Newman University is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Awards to be presented in April 2022.
Newman graduate reconnects with ASC through nursing career
Erin Schueller ’19 went from working as an ICU nurse to serving the ASC sisters at the Wichita center as a registered nurse.
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands dream role with IGN Entertainment
Rebekah Valentine, a 2013 Newman graduate, is a news reporter at IGN Entertainment — a leading online media company for video games.
Alumna Jaimie Fager answers calling, plans to open family practice
Jaimie Fager ‘14 plans to open her own family medical practice with colleague Doctor Robert Roeser in Andover, Kansas.
Two Newman alumnae celebrate 50th jubilee as ASC sisters
Sister Susan Welsby ’73 and Sister Sara Dwyer ’73 celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ on Saturday, Sept. 4.
Trio of Newman individuals receive Mary Jane Teall Awards
Three Newman individuals recently won Mary Jane Teall Awards: Christy Cunningham Railsback, Deanne Zogleman and Lyle Valentine.
A chance to tell your story: call for contributing authors
You can now share your story through words, photos and/or videos for the chance to be featured on the Newman Today site.
Newman alumnus publishes short story
Newman alumnus Jeff Baker ’83 recently published a short story titled “Solar Pons and the Testament in Ice” in the anthology “The Necronomicon of Solar Pons: Lovecraftian Tales of the Sherlock Holmes of Praed Street.”
Kansas Teacher of the Year is Newman alumna Susanne Stevenson ’19
Susanne Stevenson ‘19 was recently named Kansas Teacher of the Year by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).
Doing the best you can: teaching through adversity
Megan Dunaway Holding talks about overcoming adversity while teaching, especially through a pandemic.
Life as a librarian
Cindy Rich ’68 talks about her life leading up to her dream job as librarian
Communication alumna Madison McCollum builds magazine from ground up
Equipped with her communication degree, 2019 Newman alumna Madison McCollum is making waves in the workforce.
Alumnus Mitch Austin signs with pro baseball team in Australia
’21 Newman University graduate Mitch Austin signed with the Sydney Blue Sox, a professional baseball team in the Australia Baseball League.
Newman students and staff create short film ‘Leaves of a Ficus’
Newman staff member Daniel Murphy, along with students Allison Williams and Matthew Clark and alumnus Lucas Farney, are creating the short film, “Leaves of a Ficus.”
Newman alumnus pays it forward through family’s nonprofit
Lawrence Poland graduated from Newman University with a business management degree in 1989 but is no stranger to roles in leadership.
Meet the newest Newman University employees
In the last four months, Newman University has welcomed several new employees to its team of faculty and staff.
Alumna Ann Fox honored at HumanKind Banquet
Ann Fox, alumna of Newman University, was awarded the “Leadership Through Action Award” at the 2021 Humanitarian Awards Benefit.
Newman to offer MSW information session Sept. 23
A Master of Social Work (MSW) information session will be held at 5:15 pm on Thursday, September 23 in Eck Hall room 126 on the Newman campus.
Master of Social Work graduate Sierra Fair lands her dream job
Sierra Fair, a Master of Social Work graduate of 2021, recently landed her dream job as a mental health therapist.
Behind-the-scenes: Planning 2021 Party on the Plaza
Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser is a community-wide effort from start to finish. Learn more about what goes into POP!