Events

International student mixer celebrates roots of Newman students

Students chow down on grilled hamburgers and hot dogs during the international student mixer.

International students came together for fellowship, food and fun during the second annual international student social mixer on September 26.

Stewardship shows during 2024 Party on the Plaza

Tables full of supporters fill Founders Plaza at Newman University for the annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser.

Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s, took place Saturday, September 28 with a grand total of $173,400 raised for student financial aid.

Ready for a roaring time: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza

Two bidders excitedly raise their hands during the live auction portion of the Party on the Plaza fundraiser.

Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.

Student Life crew featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast

(From left to right) Dean of Students Andi (red shirt), Director of Residence Life Lecki, Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Reynoso and Director of Student Activities Schoenecker-Prilliman.

Newman University’s strong Student Life team helps students de-stress, build relationships and rise to campus leadership opportunities.

Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist

A smiling female student holds up a beach ball with questions on it during a game at the Back to School Bash.

Whether you’re a first-year student, a returner, living on-campus in the residence halls or commuting each day, here are some tips and tid-bits to know for all things back-to-school.

Director of Music Deanne Zogleman reprises role in ‘Hello, Dolly’

"Hello, Dolly" features Director of Music Deanne Zogleman (center) as "Dolly." (Photo credit: Louise Brinegar)

Newman Director of Music Deanne Zogleman will reprise the role of “Dolly” in “Hello, Dolly” alongside Newman alumni July 18-21.

Newman hosts national reacting game development conference

Ferguson (left) dressed as Marie Antoinette for “The Diamond Necklace Affair” game during the Reacting Game Development Conference at Newman University.

Faculty members from across the US traveled to Newman University for the Reacting to the Past Game Development Conference July 11-13.

Video: Save the date for Party on the Plaza Sept. 28

The Newman troubadours perform in flapper dresses and caps during the roaring 20's themed Party on the Plaza (2023).

The Roaring 20’s theme is back and better than ever for Newman University’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Party on the Plaza.

A captivating commencement speech from Father Tom Welk

Father Tom Welk gives his commencement address to Newman University graduates on May 10.

Father Tom Welk gifted the graduating class of Newman University with valuable advice during his 2024 commencement address May 10.

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.

Newman University embraces innovative partnership to address teacher shortage

Presidents from Newman University, Friends University, Southwestern College, Butler Community College and Cowley College come together to announce "Educate the State", a new partnership to benefit students and help address Kansas teacher shortage

Newman University has joined forces with several other institutions on an innovative solution, the “Educate the State” program.

Legacy Awards Banquet honors the stewards of Newman’s future

The Gupilan family at the Newman Legacy Awards

More than 130 supporters and friends of Newman University gathered the evening of April 16 to celebrate the Legacy Awards Banquet.

Academic Awards highlight accolades of Newman students

Vice President of Academic Affairs Alden Stout presents student Alexandria Carter with the Robbi and Larry Heck Outstanding Social Science Student Award.

Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 10.

7th time’s the charm: Cultural Extravaganza continues tradition

Dancers in perform in front of the stage at the Multicultural Leadership Organization's Cultural Extravaganza.

Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.