Holy Week invites us into the very heart of our faith, guiding us step-by-step through the profound mysteries of Christ’s passion, death and resurrection. As we journey from Palm Sunday… Continue reading Lent Reflections: Holy Week 2025
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2025 Lenten series reflections: Week five
In this fifth week of Lent, as we journey closer to Holy Week, these reflections invite us to contemplate God’s merciful love and the transformative power of forgiveness. Through scripture… Continue reading 2025 Lenten series reflections: Week five
Students travel to Memphis, spend spring break in service
A group of 14 Newman University students spent their spring break serving others during a mission trip to Memphis, Tennessee, from March 15-19.
Newman to host Catholic camp for high schoolers in June
High schoolers can experience a faith-filled summer at Newman University’s Camp Campus Ministry in Wichita, Kansas.
Journey through Lent: Week four reflections
As we enter the fourth week of Lent, the Newman University community offers daily reflections that invite us deeper into the season’s spiritual journey. Faculty, staff, alumni and friends share… Continue reading Journey through Lent: Week four reflections
Lenten reflections 2025: Week three
Each week during Lent, members of the Newman University community share personal reflections that illuminate their spiritual paths through this sacred season of preparation. May these brief meditations help you… Continue reading Lenten reflections 2025: Week three
2025 Lenten series reflections: Week two
Lent is a liturgical season in the Christian calendar that asks us to be more attentive to our relationship with Jesus. We are invited to pray more, to fast and… Continue reading 2025 Lenten series reflections: Week two
That’s a wrap: Your Heritage Month review
Newman University’s Heritage Month has ended, but with it comes new memories to celebrate the university’s founders, namesake and history.
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.
Newman University’s Lenten reflections: 2025 Week One
Newman University community members offer their reflections to help you deepening your prayer time during Lent. Week One 2025.
From a military upbringing to Newman: The Sykes’ sisters’ journey
Sisters Dylan and Nika Sykes navigated a military upbringing across five countries before finding a sense of home at Newman University.
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).
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.
Video: Sunday Mass moves up for Super Bowl
Super Bowl viewers no longer need to worry about missing Sunday Mass at Newman University.
Late professor Suzanne Berg remembered on campus
Today, Newman community members, staff, faculty and friends tied purple ribbons around the branches of the redbud tree planted in Berg’s honor.
New director leads Newman financial aid team
Taking on a new job can feel like stepping into the unknown, but for Sharisse Evans, it was trust in God’s plan that led her to become Newman’s new director… Continue reading New director leads Newman financial aid team
Newman’s 11th Heritage Month begins Feb. 1
Newman will host a series of Heritage Month events February 1 through March 4, 2025, that celebrate the university’s history.
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.
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.
Final week of Advent reflections shared
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
Newman shares third week of Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
Second week of Advent reflections released
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent in December.
Weekly Advent reflections begin
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
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.