Newman University will host “Strong Women Boldly Building Dreams” March 8 at 9 am in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Difference Makers
Student’s research strives to help those with epilepsy
Newman University student Shelby Bussman is transforming her personal struggles with epilepsy into proactive research.
Mental health coordinator supports student success
Anna Waggoner, newly hired mental health project coordinator, is eager to make a positive impact on students mental health here at Newman.
Soccer team serves the Wichita area
Players of the lady Jets soccer team are spending their off season bettering the Wichita community.
Everyday Heroes honored at Difference Makers awards banquet
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 22, 2020 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The banquet honors local individuals and organizations that… Continue reading Everyday Heroes honored at Difference Makers awards banquet
2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 22, 2020 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. Newman, along with The Wichita Eagle, is a… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Ten Wichita community members will be recognized for their outstanding service and dedication at the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet Feb. 22 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Women’s basketball team spends an afternoon at Robinson Middle School
The Newman University women’s basketball team recently spent some time at Robinson Middle School, playing and visiting with students during recess times. The activity was arranged as a community engagement… Continue reading Women’s basketball team spends an afternoon at Robinson Middle School
2020 Difference Makers for Wichita award nominations open
The nomination period is now open for the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards. The program, which is in its fourth year, recognizes and celebrates area individuals and organizations for… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita award nominations open
Difference Maker: Jennifer White
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and The Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Jennifer White
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker,… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Difference Maker: Elizabeth Meister
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and The Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Elizabeth Meister
Difference Maker: Douglas Lockett
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and The Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Douglas Lockett
Difference Maker: Sarah Coffman
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and the Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Sarah Coffman
Difference Maker: Sarah Bagby
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and the Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Sarah Bagby
Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 23 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The awards honor individuals and organizations making a positive… Continue reading Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony
Difference Makers for Wichita banquet honors community members
Twelve individuals in the Wichita community will be recognized for their outstanding service and dedication at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet Feb. 23 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita banquet honors community members
Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
Newman University prides itself on its mission to prepare students to transform society, and Newman alumna Alaina Garrett is a shining example of the opportunities that the university affords its… Continue reading Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
Community members are celebrated for ‘Making a Difference’
The second annual Difference Makers of Wichita Awards Banquet was held Feb. 24, 2018 at Newman University.
‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Ten local individuals and businesses will be honored for their service to the community at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet to be held Feb. 24 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
‘It’s not you, it’s them’ – micro aggression and unconscious bias panel
The Diversity program will host a panel about facing microaggression and unconscious bias on Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 5-8 p.m. in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A microaggression is a statement,… Continue reading ‘It’s not you, it’s them’ – micro aggression and unconscious bias panel
Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories
Once upon a time, there was a fascinating woman who loved to tell stories. She’d read aloud from books, raising and lowering her voice as the story dictated, switching voices… Continue reading Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories
Everyday Hero: Larry Hanafin – Bringing light to a cause
By Amy Geiszler-Jones For the past 15 years, retiree Larry Hanafin has been helping the lights shine bright for one of the Wichita area’s most popular holiday displays. Now the… Continue reading Everyday Hero: Larry Hanafin – Bringing light to a cause
Nominations are being accepted for Wichita Difference Makers
The 2nd annual Difference Makers Awards Banquet will take place on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at Newman University. Now is the time to send in your nominations. With a goal… Continue reading Nominations are being accepted for Wichita Difference Makers
Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Baseball has always been special to Bob Lutz, who covered a variety of sports during his 42-year career as a sports writer and columnist for The Wichita Eagle. “It’s always… Continue reading Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Bringing Broadway to Brookdale helps Janelle McGee give back
By Ken Arnold Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences… Continue reading Bringing Broadway to Brookdale helps Janelle McGee give back
‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
By Amy Geiszler-Jones Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences… Continue reading ‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
March 16 is new date for the Miss Kansas LEAD Series talk at Newman University
Miss Kansas is coming to Newman! Each year, the Student Life Department at Newman University hosts a LEAD series, which is a series of lecturing events that revolve around an… Continue reading March 16 is new date for the Miss Kansas LEAD Series talk at Newman University
‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ Banquet honors 10 for service to the community
Ten local individuals and businesses were honored for their service to the community at the “Difference Makers for Wichita Awards” Banquet held Saturday, Feb. 25 in the Dugan-Gorges Campus Center… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ Banquet honors 10 for service to the community
Difference Makers ‘Quiet Hero’ Marcillene Dover advocates for KanCare expansion
The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program was launched in October to recognize and celebrate community members for making a positive difference. Each month, individuals who do not seek recognition but… Continue reading Difference Makers ‘Quiet Hero’ Marcillene Dover advocates for KanCare expansion
‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer
A new program that honors people and businesses making a positive difference in Wichita is naming its community leadership award for longtime aviation advocate, philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer.… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer
‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for the late Brian Bergkamp
A new program that honors community members making a positive difference is naming its student service award for the late seminarian Brian Bergkamp, who died last July while saving the… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for the late Brian Bergkamp
Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program was launched in October to recognize and celebrate community members for making a positive difference. Each month, individuals who do not seek recognition but… Continue reading Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero