Senior Bailey McGuffey is reaching out to the community for help with her capstone project. McGuffey will be holding a Halloween costume drive, which involves collecting new and gently used… Continue reading Senior Bailey McGuffey plans Halloween costume drive for capstone project
Service
Newman student Linnea Ristow shares her summer with those in need
Sophomore biology major Linnea Ristow didn’t spend her summer break the way many students do. Instead of heading to the lake or beach, she spent her twelve weeks of freedom… Continue reading Newman student Linnea Ristow shares her summer with those in need
SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
Newman University, like many universities, has a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) to represent the school and its student-athletes — but they want to make sure everyone on campus plays a part,… Continue reading SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Every year the Newman University Traditions and Transitions class perform a service project in order to give back to the Wichita community. Traditions and Transitions – on campus known as T&T -is… Continue reading Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
As part of the renovations and upgrades in Eck Hall, Newman is getting all new hospital beds and bedside tables for the nursing lab area. This meant that the old beds and… Continue reading Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
Newman student follows her faith in mission work
Linnea Ristow is pursuing her dream at Newman University as a pre-med student, but is realizing her dream as a mission worker in Uganda this summer. She has wanted to do this… Continue reading Newman student follows her faith in mission work
Senior Nathan Siple on ministry, music and dental school
Ministry through service Student Nathan Siple will enter his senior year at Newman University in the Fall of 2016. As part of his ministry, he has performed in concerts for… Continue reading Senior Nathan Siple on ministry, music and dental school
Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Jessica Martinez graduated Cum Laude as a counseling program student in December, 2015. She will soon be on her way to Los Angeles, Calif., to study at the University of… Continue reading Newman University graduate looks forward to future in social work
Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Freshman and pre-med major Linnea Ristow will travel to Uganda this summer to work for “Empower a Child,” a non-profit ministry organization that helps impoverished families in Uganda and Kenya… Continue reading Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Silent Auction helps provide shelter for displaced youth
On Friday, April 15 the Newman University Staff Assembly hosted the 2016 Silent Auction. The auction was held in connection with the Shut Out Human Trafficking Week events, and a portion of… Continue reading Silent Auction helps provide shelter for displaced youth
‘Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ comes to a close, impacts students
Newman University was selected to participate in “Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week” April 11 through April 16 with a series of events to raise awareness and educate the public… Continue reading ‘Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ comes to a close, impacts students
The Vantage reports about new ASC program
This story first appeared in the March 24, 2016 issue of the student-lead news website/paper, The Vantage, written by Taylor Mannis. Read it here. Newman’s ASC Sisters, along with the… Continue reading The Vantage reports about new ASC program
Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk
As part of Heritage Month, Sonja Bontrager, associate professor of Spanish at Newman University, presented a Mission Talk on “The ASC’s Mission and the Guatemala Study and Serve” Wednesday, Feb. 17. She… Continue reading Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk
Newman students join in February medical service trip to Jamaica
Newman University seniors Megan Hemel and McKenna Seiler will travel to Jamaica in February to assist Newman alumnus Dr. Robert Martin during a medical service trip. Hemel and Seiler will assist at… Continue reading Newman students join in February medical service trip to Jamaica
Students ‘transform society’ on Winter Service Trip
Newman University student Wesley Williams joined Campus Ministry on a Winter Service Trip to Santa Fe, N.M., where a group of 19 students with Father John Fogliasso and Campus Ministry… Continue reading Students ‘transform society’ on Winter Service Trip
Faculty, staff, students volunteer with Salvation Army
Newman University sponsored a Salvation Army Angel Tree for the Newman community to help make Christmas special for families in need. For more than 25 years, Newman faculty, staff and students have… Continue reading Faculty, staff, students volunteer with Salvation Army
Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Newman University graphic design students collaborated this year to continue the university’s relationship with Catholic Charities and the creation of its Christmas appeal. This is the fifth year Newman has… Continue reading Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Freshmen make first aid kits for Guadalupe Clinic
Newman University freshmen provided first aid kits to the Guadalupe Clinic as part of a class service project. The University of Kansas School of Medicine’s student-run JayDoc clinic works with Guadalupe… Continue reading Freshmen make first aid kits for Guadalupe Clinic
SGA Service Fair highlights volunteer opportunities
Newman University fosters a culture of service, encouraging faculty, staff and, especially, students to serve their community. This week, the Newman University Student Government Association invited Wichita-area organizations, including Rainbows United,… Continue reading SGA Service Fair highlights volunteer opportunities
Newman hosts glove drive for The Salvation Army and blood drive for American Red Cross
Newman University is holding a glove and mitten drive for donation to The Salvation Army. The drive is running from Oct. 19 to Nov. 2. A freshman Traditions and Transitions… Continue reading Newman hosts glove drive for The Salvation Army and blood drive for American Red Cross
Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Blair Benton is a junior Cardinal Newman Scholar from Benton, Kan. currently studying Pre-Medicine at Newman University. The youngest sibling in her family, Blair chose Newman for its impressive reputation in… Continue reading Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
On Thursday morning, Sept. 24, His Holiness Pope Francis made an historic address to the United States Congress. The pontiff spoke about the ideals that make this country great but… Continue reading Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
On Sunday, Sept. 13, Newman University nursing students visited the 2015 Kansas State Fair to provide an important community service. Every year for the past four years, third-semester nursing students enrolled in the… Continue reading NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Two families fighting poverty in the Wichita community call for your help. Newman University partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Catholic Diocese of Wichita to help two families in… Continue reading Volunteers Needed – Pope Francis Build
Pope Francis Build: Helping two Wichita families in need of a home
Newman University partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Catholic Diocese of Wichita to help two families in need of a new home. Both families are headed by working single… Continue reading Pope Francis Build: Helping two Wichita families in need of a home
Jet Days service project: 50K meals for poor in Tanzania
While most universities and colleges around the country have orientation sessions for new students, few include a service project as part of the agenda. During the Saturday morning Jet Days… Continue reading Jet Days service project: 50K meals for poor in Tanzania
Newman University student Christina Scherer says ‘Yes’ to YESS
Newman University students and faculty find summer opportunities all over the place. Take student Christina Scherer, who found one right here in Wichita working with the Arc of Sedgwick County’s “Youth… Continue reading Newman University student Christina Scherer says ‘Yes’ to YESS
Linda Fields receives award for helping local youth
Newman Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Enrollment Management Linda Fields recently received an award for her long-time commitment to the Wichita chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. The organization is made… Continue reading Linda Fields receives award for helping local youth
Newman students craft bracelets, raise money for earthquake victims in Nepal
When disaster strikes a faraway place, many immediately look for some way to help. Some may donate to a service organization committed to helping, while others may try to raise… Continue reading Newman students craft bracelets, raise money for earthquake victims in Nepal
A recap of Campus Ministry Winter Service Trip from Newman student Blair Benton
If 14 hours in a 12-passenger van doesn’t sound like your idea of a good time, add in some karaoke and you have the beginnings of a Campus Ministry service… Continue reading A recap of Campus Ministry Winter Service Trip from Newman student Blair Benton
Newman University again named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll
Newman University has again been recognized for its commitment to service by being named to the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America’s communities.… Continue reading Newman University again named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll
Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish
The Newman University Student Athlete Advisory Committee (S.A.A.C.) organized its second annual Ugly Sweater Run on Nov. 15 on the campus of Newman University. The event, which included 30 runners participating in the race… Continue reading Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish
Carrocci-Febres team ties for first place in Orpheum Theatre Cookoff
Congratulations to Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., who with her teammate chef Jason Febres of Taste & See tied for first place in the 2014 Celebrity & Chef… Continue reading Carrocci-Febres team ties for first place in Orpheum Theatre Cookoff
President Carrocci among celebrities at June 10 Orpheum Theater benefit
Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. will be among the celebrities who pair up with a local chef for an “Iron Chef” style culinary competition to benefit the Orpheum Theatre.… Continue reading President Carrocci among celebrities at June 10 Orpheum Theater benefit
Affirmations of the University – Newman sophomore Chase Blasi receives national civic award
Newman University sophomore student Chase Blasi has been selected to receive a national civic involvement award sponsored by Campus Compact. The award honors student leaders committed to creating lasting change… Continue reading Affirmations of the University – Newman sophomore Chase Blasi receives national civic award
Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic
Newman University students and alumni volunteered to help uninsured children receive free dental care at “Give Kids a Smile Day,” a cooperative effort between the Wichita-Sedgwick County Oral Health Coalition… Continue reading Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic
Criminal Justice Club requesting items for USD 259
The Newman University Criminal Justice Club, also known as The Justice League, is collecting items for underprivileged students and families in the USD 259 school district. The club will be taking… Continue reading Criminal Justice Club requesting items for USD 259
President Carrocci joins with other leaders to enhance city through ‘Together Wichita 2014’
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. has joined with 21 other leaders of education and business for “Together Wichita 2014,” a partnership designed to celebrate life in Wichita, and… Continue reading President Carrocci joins with other leaders to enhance city through ‘Together Wichita 2014’
Newman University to host human trafficking awareness event Jan. 29
In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Newman University will host a Volunteer Fair and a free screening of the documentary film, “What I Have Been Through is Not Who I… Continue reading Newman University to host human trafficking awareness event Jan. 29
Affirmations of the university – Culture of Service
Students in the Newman Traditions and Transitions class led by Professor of Chemistry John Leyba, Ph.D. are showing their commitment to the university Core Value of “Culture of Service” by… Continue reading Affirmations of the university – Culture of Service