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Serving it up in the classroom and on the tennis court

Antonia Ramos, courtesy photo

Sophomore Antonia Ramos, a psychology and sociology major and Spanish minor, has been described as an outstanding student by her professors.

OTA student Emily Smith juggles numerous plates

Student Emily Smith shares a student perspective of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and life on the Newman Cheer and Dance Team.

Two days in the life: Triathlete Julia Myers

Ever wondered what it takes to be a triathlete of Newman University Athletics? Senior Julia Myers shares a behind-the-scenes look.

Athletics employee Zach Brake moonlights as professor

Though having one job is hard enough, Newman employee Zach Brake is now taking on two roles on campus.

A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day

For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.

Video: Highlights from 2022 Homecoming

If you missed Homecoming, here’s a video highlight reel from the games, crowning of royalty and the annual Lip Sync Battle.

A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022

The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.

Life after graduation: a Newman alumni couples’ story

Jacob and Natalia Birnbaum met at Newman University, where their journey as college athletes caused them to cross paths and eventually marry.

Former Newman basketball coach shares messages on mental health

After 19 years of coaching the Newman men’s basketball team, alumnus Mark Potter has been following a new passion: speaking on mental health.

Parker Tippin combines love of math, bowling in cooperative education opportunity

Senior Parker Tippin played off both his love of mathematics and bowling during a cooperative education opportunity last semester.

Photographer Richard Rico kindly captures Newman Athletics

Richard Rico is using his passion for photography to capture the action of the Newman Athletics teams out of the kindness of his heart.

Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins

Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.

Assistant soccer coach’s passion for storytelling leads to sports website

Assistant men’s soccer coach Victor Olorunfemi combined his love of storytelling and sports by starting the sports website, The ICT Zone.

Alivia Nguyen and Taryn Torgerson: Special bond between player and coach

After being named the Newman women’s golf coach in 2019, the first athlete to come to mind for Taryn Torgerson was star recruit Alivia Nguyen.

Contests, events and excitement to come during Heritage Month

The Newman University community is celebrating Heritage Month with a series of exciting events February 1 through March 4, 2022.

First-year bowler Silas Limes off to impressive start

Silas Limes, a first-year student athlete at Newman University, has already built an impressive bowling resume.

AJ Morris named The Community Voice’s Student-Athlete of the Week

Newman graduate student and men’s basketball player AJ Morris was tabbed The Community Voice Student-Athlete of the Week.

Husband and wife duo coach Newman women’s basketball team

Drew Johnson and his wife, Nicole Ohlde-Johnson, were named coaches of the Newman women’s basketball team.

Newman freshman follows footsteps of late wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin

Newman University lost a part of its community on September 3, 2015, when wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin died in a motorcycle crash at the age of 21.

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 cross country teams aim big

With three of its runners experiencing recent wins and records, Newman University’s cross country team has an impressive roster this season.

Soaring into the Future: new mission and logo for Newman athletics

Newman University has announced the creation of its Athletics “Soaring into the Future” mission and visual brand identity and new logo.

Siblings dominate Newman soccer teams

For the Newman University soccer teams, it’s a family affair.

Pre-vet student receives Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship

In recognition of her hard work and talent, pre-vet student Kyndel Randall was recently awarded the Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship.

Newman wrestler named College Male Athlete of the Year

Newman Wrestler Kameron Frame was recently named College Male Athlete of the Year by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission.

Former Newman stand-out leads women’s wrestling program in Ottawa

Newman alumnus and former wrestler, Dalton Weidl, recently started his new role as head women’s wrestling coach at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas.

Torres earns bronze medal at 2021 Pan Am Championships

Newman University alumnus and 2018 NCAA Division II national champion, Noel Torres earned an international medal at the Pan American Championships last month. Although he only has been training for freestyle… Continue reading Torres earns bronze medal at 2021 Pan Am Championships

Ohlde-Johnson joins Johnson to lead Newman women’s basketball program

Newman University Athletic Director Joanna Pryor has announced Nicole Ohlde-Johnson will be joining her husband, Drew Johnson, to lead the women’s basketball program. Ohlde-Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College where she spent the past four… Continue reading Ohlde-Johnson joins Johnson to lead Newman women’s basketball program

Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach

Newman University has named Drew Johnson as its new women’s basketball coach effective May 4. Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College. Newman Athletic Director Joanna Pryor believes the future is… Continue reading Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach

Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski

Newman University Athletics celebrated its baseball program creator, Paul Sanagorski, on Saturday, April 24, during a special ceremony and reunion. Newman University president Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., and Director of… Continue reading Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski

Newman bowler Truly contributes to team’s success

Newman University’s women’s bowling team is on a roll. They recently qualified for the collegiate national championships after an impressive show at sectionals. Helping guide the team to success is… Continue reading Newman bowler Truly contributes to team’s success

Barnwell leads team to national title game

Newman University alumnus Luke Barnwell ’13 has experienced a “once in a lifetime” spring — or maybe it is just the start of a new normal. After being named the… Continue reading Barnwell leads team to national title game

Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins

Newman Athletics Director Joanna Pryor has announced the resignation of Head Women’s Basketball Coach Darin Spence. A national search will begin immediately to fill the open position. “We would like… Continue reading Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins

The Newman University athletics department relies on support and funding from generous Jets fans to keep each team in play throughout the year. The athletics budget doesn’t include things like… Continue reading Athletics department strives to meet fundraising goals

Newman Jets ready for spring competition

The fall 2020 sports season for Newman University student-athletes was abruptly put on hold due to a national pandemic. But the Jets are looking to end their 2020-2021 season on… Continue reading Newman Jets ready for spring competition

Basketball alumna finds success as volleyball coach

The Hanover High School Volleyball Team after winning the Kansas 1A DII State Title. Coach Holle is far right.

Alumna Melissa (Brockleman) Holle ’10 played basketball during her time at Newman University but has found success as a high school coach in another sport. Her Hanover High School team… Continue reading Basketball alumna finds success as volleyball coach

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