Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
Faith
Newman University leads student Juan Cordova to beginning of dream career
Juan Cordova is in his senior year, a star soccer player and most recently, a floor manager at YaYa’s Euro Bistro in Wichita.
Podcast: Campus chaplain featured on ‘The Newman Bond’
Newman University’s campus chaplain, the Rev. Ed Herzog ’11, was featured in an episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast.
Stewardship shows during 2024 Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s, took place Saturday, September 28 with a grand total of $173,400 raised for student financial aid.
Silent auction for Party on the Plaza opens Friday
Party on the Plaza’s silent auction has some one-of-a-kind items up for bidding starting Friday, Sept. 27.
Deacon Sean Dodd feels ‘truly cared for’ as nontraditional Newman student
For Newman University student Deacon Sean Dodd, the adult and professional studies program was the ideal solution for finishing his degree.
Newman University celebrates 91 years
In honor of Newman University’s 91st birthday, the ASC sisters delivered ice cream treats via golf cart to students, staff and faculty.
Service in the blood: Student interns with Vagabond Missions
This summer, Newman University student Melissa Arguijo was an intern missionary with Vagabond Missions in Wichita.
Alumna Sister Julian Marie Swantek ’24 professes final vows
The summer of 2024 was an eventful one for Sister Julian Marie Swantek, who not only graduated from Newman, but also took her perpetual vows.
Bishop Kemme celebrates Mass of Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony for first-year students
First-year students, Newman faculty and staff celebrated the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony on August 29 in Saint John’s Chapel.
ASC sisters celebrate their 50-year Jubilees as Adorers
Sister Barbara Smith, ASC, and Sister Diana Rawlings, ASC, celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ in July 2024.
Alumnus Matt Riedl wins Emmy for Catholic video ‘Portraits of the Call’
Less than 10 years after graduating from Newman University, alumnus Matt Riedl ’15 recently won an Emmy Award for his video storytelling.
‘A miracle’ leads seminarian Matthew Ralls back to Newman
Matthew Ralls ‘14 believes divine intervention brought him back to Newman University for the 2024 summer Spanish immersion program.
Father Adam Grelinger completes last days as Newman chaplain
After five years as the campus chaplain, Father Adam Grelinger ‘11 celebrated his last day at Newman University on June 21.
The Gerber Institute presents ‘Savoring the Faith’ fundraiser
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies will be holding the “Savoring the Faith” fundraiser from 7-9 pm Saturday, June 29, in the Newman University Dugan Gorges Conference Center.
Emma Lintecum earns full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship
Emma Lintecum of Raymore, Missouri, is the most recent recipient of the Saint John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan receives St. Newman Scholarship
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University students to earn the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Marilyn Roberts receives Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award
Alumna Marilyn Roberts ‘03, ‘07, won the 2024 Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award from Newman University.
Allie Johnson awarded KICF Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Newman University student Allie Johnson was recently recognized as a recipient of the 2024 Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
A perfect time for a proposal: Newman grads find love
For two recent Newman University graduates, St. John’s Chapel will always play a special role in their college love story.
Making the most of the ‘little while’: Wisdom from Newman’s 2024 Baccalaureate Mass
Newman University’s 2024 Baccalaureate Mass provided inspirational reminders about making a positive impact during our time on Earth.
Student opens up about Catholic conversion on Newman podcast
“The Newman Bond” podcast recently featured senior Charles Morrison, who shared his transformative faith journey as a student at Newman University. Morrison was raised in a Protestant home and recalls… Continue reading Student opens up about Catholic conversion on Newman podcast
Newman names new dean for the School of Catholic Studies
Newman University’s School of Catholic Studies recently scored a new dean with a familiar face: Joshua Papsdorf.
Social work students receive scholarships through Gerber Institute
Thanks to the Gerber Institute, students Zion Bacci and Becky Mascarenas received scholarships to support their Catholic practicum work.
Graduates: Keep your faith as you begin your professions
Senior Elise Helfrich reflects on her faith journey at Newman University and her plans to keep it at the center of her life.
Three alumni ordained as priests for Catholic Diocese of Wichita
Three alumni were ordained as priests for the Catholic Diocese of Wichita: Fathers Matthew Cooke, Jesus Banuelos and Caleb Kuestersteffen.
Alumna survives three cancer journeys, dedicates life to God
Becky King, a 2000 Newman University graduate, has been teaching and living her life for God, but not without many challenges.
Holy Week Reflections
These reflections are based on the Mass readings for Holy Week and are provided by Newman University community members.
Week 5: Lent 2024 Reflections
Read Lenten reflections based on the Mass readings for the fifth week, provided by Newman University community members.
Week 4: 2024 Lenten reflections
Newman community members share reflections based on the Mass readings for the fourth week of Lent.
Lent 2024 – Week 3 reflections
As we near the midway portion of our Lenten journey, Newman University community members share their reflections on the Mass readings for each of day of Lent.
Week 2 of Lenten Reflections 2024
To help inspire us during the Church’s grace-filled season of Lent, read Newman University community members’ reflections.
Lent Reflections 2024
Newman University community members share their reflections on the Mass readings for each of day during the Lenten season.
Podcast: Significance of Ash Wednesday
In this episode of The Newman Bond, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger and Emily Simon take a deep dive into the significance of Ash Wednesday.
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.
Two students enter into Catholic Church
Last summer, Newman student Austin Fullerton and Friends student Davis Green set out to grow closer to God by joining the Catholic Church.
Newman crew travels 440 miles for Catholic SEEK conference
More than 20,000 college students, priests, religious brothers and sisters and campus ministers attended the 2024 SEEK conference in Saint Louis January 1-5.
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.
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.