The Wichita art community is making a shift — celebrating First Friday rather than Final Friday. Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will follow suit with its shows. The first show of… Continue reading Tim Stone to present at Steckline Gallery’s ‘First Friday’ event
Events
Partnership with Cowley College will help meet the need for more Kansas teachers
Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
Newman University introduced Jet Camp in 2019 — a new weeklong summer program that allows first-time students to prepare for college and receive additional opportunities throughout their college experience. Melody… Continue reading Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
Newman students explore culture and language during Guatemala journey
Newman University to celebrate canonization of namesake
Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
For the past three years, Dean of the Newman University School of Business Brett Andrews has been a facilitator for the Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA) Roundtable, giving him an opportunity… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
Looking back on ISSP 2019
Each year, Newman University hosts the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP). The camp allows high school students a chance to experience an immersive college experience, living in residence halls and… Continue reading Looking back on ISSP 2019
All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
An all-Newman team participated in the Tallgrass Film Festival “Take 36” film race, which took place June 28-30, with their short film “Next of Kin.” As part of the competition,… Continue reading All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
Women’s basketball holds summer camps for athletes
The Newman University women’s basketball team took a shot on local athletes by holding three camps — Shooting, Middle School Elite, and High School Elite — between June 25 and… Continue reading Women’s basketball holds summer camps for athletes
ICT SOS benefits from Newman silent auction
Staff, faculty, students and other members of the Newman community who attended the Newman University Staff Assembly silent auction on April 19 raised $2,375 for ICT SOS, a Wichita-based organization… Continue reading ICT SOS benefits from Newman silent auction
ICT Adult Spelling Bee ready for its second year
The ICT Adult Spelling Bee is back for a second year and it is expected to be a buzzing good time. Dear Neighbor Ministries will hold their second annual ICT… Continue reading ICT Adult Spelling Bee ready for its second year
Sacred Heart class of ’64 will celebrate 55 years
The Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) class of 1964 will hold a gathering from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 19 in the Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Alumni Center at Newman University to… Continue reading Sacred Heart class of ’64 will celebrate 55 years
Newman to host ISSP camp for future STEM majors
Above photo: Students attending the 2018 ISSP pose for a photo in the Bishop Gerber Science Center. Summer may be here, but for some high school students, learning is still calling their name. From June 17 through 27, Newman University will be holding the Investigative Summer… Continue reading Newman to host ISSP camp for future STEM majors
Graduation: a family affair
Hamersky was a popular last name at the May 2019 commencement ceremony. It’s been said many times in Newman graduation history but never three times in one day. Shellie Hamersky,… Continue reading Graduation: a family affair
Graduates and their Newman experience
Most university graduates would agree that a lot of changes occur during their four years in school. The college experience helps students grow and learn and become adults ready to… Continue reading Graduates and their Newman experience
Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
The spring 2019 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
2019 commencement ceremonies celebrate graduates
Newman University celebrated with graduates and their families and friends Saturday, May 11, at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kansas. Undergraduate and graduate program degrees were presented to the 2018-19… Continue reading 2019 commencement ceremonies celebrate graduates
Nursing degree candidates attend ceremonial pinning
Newman University recognized 24 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the spring 2019 Nursing Pinning Ceremony held May 10 in De Mattias Performance Hall. The traditional… Continue reading Nursing degree candidates attend ceremonial pinning
SGA inaugural banquet recognizes service and leadership
The Student Government Association (SGA) held its inaugural banquet April 30 to celebrate accomplishments and look toward the future of SGA. This was the first year Christine Schneikart-Luebbe, dean of… Continue reading SGA inaugural banquet recognizes service and leadership
Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
At the end of each semester as part of Scholars Day, upperclassmen can present original research as a capstone project for their degree either in the form of a slideshow… Continue reading Hard work pays off at Scholars Day
Jetspys celebrates student-athletes
The 2019 Jetspy awards ceremony took place Wednesday, May 1, at Newman University.
Newman honors distinguished alumni with awards
Newman University alumni are making positive changes in their work environments, neighborhoods and communities every day.
Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Upcoming graduates have been busy studying for finals, decorating their graduation caps and making arrangements to celebrate their special day with family and friends. Commencement weekend is just around the… Continue reading Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
The Honors and Academic Awards Banquet was held on Wednesday, April 17. More than 50 students, faculty and staff were recognized for their academic achievements and involvement throughout the year.… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
Ellen invites alumna to attend Mother’s Day show
Alumna Kelli Jo Sheahon never thought her first pregnancy would land her a seat at the live taping of the Ellen DeGeneres show.
Medical Mission at Home offers health care services to the community
More than 40 Newman students, staff and faculty members volunteered at the third annual Medical Mission at Home.
Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
The second-grade class from Belle Plaine Elementary in Kansas came to Newman University for hands-on science activities April 15. When Brandi Boese, a Newman alumna and one of the school’s… Continue reading Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University presents “Say Good Night, Gracie” featuring works by artists Mary Werner, Maria Somes and Ellen Clark. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
When students first contact the university and visit campus, they typically work with the admissions office. Upcoming Registration Days are a time when the student life office takes over to… Continue reading Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
Jetspys awards banquet unites and recognizes student-athletes
Early mornings, late nights, sweat, dirt and a ton of hard work — these are no strangers to the student-athletes at Newman University. For one night of the year, however,… Continue reading Jetspys awards banquet unites and recognizes student-athletes
Scholarship Luncheon allows donors and students to meet
Newman University hosted its annual Scholarship Luncheon on April 15, giving students a chance to meet the donors responsible for their scholarships. A total of 39 donors and donor representatives… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon allows donors and students to meet
Awards banquet will celebrate Newman alumni
Five individuals will be honored during Newman University’s annual Alumni Awards Banquet April 27 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center located inside Dugan Library. Renee Hein ’02, Curtis Nightingale ’01, Alicia… Continue reading Awards banquet will celebrate Newman alumni
Newman instrumental ensemble to present spring concert
The Newman University instrumental ensemble will present its spring concert, “Peace, Love & Rock & Roll,” at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14, in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center Performance… Continue reading Newman instrumental ensemble to present spring concert
Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
The Newman University admissions team raised more than $1,500 for the Kapaun Mt. Carmel (KMC) Thespian Troupe by running concessions during their performances of “The Sound of Music.” The troupe… Continue reading Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
Newman Staff Assembly to host annual silent auction
Newman University’s Staff Assembly executive committee will host its annual silent auction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Mabee Dining Center. The silent auction is… Continue reading Newman Staff Assembly to host annual silent auction
Spring break in the Holy Land
Newman University theology graduate students experienced the Holy Land during spring break.
Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
The Teaching Parents Association (TPA) is hosting their 2019 TPA Conference home-school fair April 12 and 13 at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center. Guest speakers, workshop sessions and… Continue reading Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
Patriot League music festival brings middle school students to Newman University
Groups of middle school students were likely spotted on campus March 6 and March 20 for the Patriot League music festival. Newman University hosted the event as a way to… Continue reading Patriot League music festival brings middle school students to Newman University
First ‘SHEro awards’ recognizes women in the Newman community
Newman University hosted its first ever “SHEro awards” Tuesday, March 19, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The awards ceremony took place during Women’s History Month and was part of a… Continue reading First ‘SHEro awards’ recognizes women in the Newman community