High school counselors statewide joined the Newman University admissions team for a breakfast program Friday, Dec. 7. The Counselor Appreciation Breakfast is held each year to thank high school counselors… Continue reading High school counselors connect with Newman over breakfast
Events
Kansas legislators visit Newman
Newman University hosts an elected officials breakfast annually to connect legislators to the university and notify them of its academic advances and challenges. President Noreen M Carrocci, Ph.D., invited the… Continue reading Kansas legislators visit Newman
Business Mingle will allow students to practice networking skills
The Newman University Career Services office is hosting a Business Mingle from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Current Newman students are highly encouraged to come… Continue reading Business Mingle will allow students to practice networking skills
Newman Chorale presents annual Christmas concert
Christmas is right around the corner and holiday activities and events are abundant at Newman University. One staple of the holiday season on campus is the annual Christmas Chorale Concert, which… Continue reading Newman Chorale presents annual Christmas concert
Holly Jolly Holiday Party is back for another year
Kaleidoscope has once again joined forces with many other clubs on campus to present the Holly Jolly Holiday Party for a second year. Kaleidoscope is a campus club that serves as… Continue reading Holly Jolly Holiday Party is back for another year
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Artist Chiyoko Myose will present “Origami Cranes in Blue” at the Steckline Gallery for the November Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Newman University. The… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Learning and bonding in Topeka, Kansas
Coming soon: “Mamma Mia!”
Newman University will present the musical “Mamma Mia!” Nov. 15-18 in the De Mattias Performance Hall. This well-known musical features songs from Swedish band ABBA. “Mamma Mia!” is the story… Continue reading Coming soon: “Mamma Mia!”
Trunk-or-treat: A successful Halloween fundraiser
Newman University hosted a trunk-or-treat and carnival Monday, Oct. 29, to help raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event included a safe, fun, family-friendly environment for children of all ages… Continue reading Trunk-or-treat: A successful Halloween fundraiser
First-time Faithful Journeys conference a success
Banquet’s guest speaks about her time with Mother Teresa
The Beata Benefactors Banquet is held annually to thank and honor donors who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The banquet begins with a social hour, dinner and ceremony,… Continue reading Banquet’s guest speaks about her time with Mother Teresa
Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Newman hosts at least two Transfer Thursdays each semester. These days allow more time for potential transfer students to speak with admissions counselors, faculty and get a campus tour if… Continue reading Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Traditions and Transitions classes will embark on field trip to Topeka
For the first time ever, all freshman Traditions and Transitions (T&T) classes will travel to Topeka as part of an educational field trip. Each year the theme of T&T classes… Continue reading Traditions and Transitions classes will embark on field trip to Topeka
Upcoming instrumental concert to feature classic pieces
The Newman University instrumental ensemble will present its Fall Classics Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. The concert is free… Continue reading Upcoming instrumental concert to feature classic pieces
Alumni Happy Hour is back
Director of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving Ray Williams is helping revive Alumni Happy Hours in the Wichita area. Newman alumni used to plan a gathering once a month at… Continue reading Alumni Happy Hour is back
Steckline Gallery presents “Elements”
Artist Laura Bigger will present “Elements” at the Steckline Gallery for the October Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Newman University. The event is free… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents “Elements”
Alumni return to Newman to perform
Every five years, Newman University’s musical alumni get a chance to connect with both the university and its students in a very fun way. Alumni who participated in the Chorale… Continue reading Alumni return to Newman to perform
Newman University gets spooky for Trunk or Treat
Newman University is getting spooky with this year’s Trunk or Treat. Grab your costume and pumpkin basket and monster mash your way to a night filled with tricks and treats. Trunk… Continue reading Newman University gets spooky for Trunk or Treat
Conference at Newman will concentrate on end-of-life care
Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman University Campus Ministry will host an all-faiths prayer breakfast at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public.… Continue reading Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
The Newman University theater department presents the farce, mystery thriller “Death by Chocolate” by Paul Freed, accompanied by a luxurious four-course dinner served by Great Western Dining Oct. 11-13 in… Continue reading Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
Hundreds of alumni, staff, faculty and Newman supporters filled Founders Plaza at Newman University Saturday, Sept. 22 for the annual Party on the Plaza. Newman’s largest student scholarship fundraiser has… Continue reading Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Debbie Haslam, coordinator of early intervention and testing services, is offering a new “Brown Bag Lunch Series” for students at noon in the Mabee Dining Center’s conference room. The talks… Continue reading New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship
Fellowship and good food are some key ingredients to a happy life — and both just happen to be on the menu for “Tasty Tuesday” at Newman University. Tasty Tuesday… Continue reading Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship
Spreading Jet pride at Open Streets ICT
Newman University had a large presence at Open Streets ICT Sept. 23 in Wichita, Kansas. More than 100 members of the cheer and dance squad, athletic teams and various Newman students were… Continue reading Spreading Jet pride at Open Streets ICT
Author comes to Newman to present keynote
Author Gary Jenkins will present a keynote talk, “The Abolitionist and the Border Ruffian: A Conflict Between Higher Law and Secular Law,” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, in the… Continue reading Author comes to Newman to present keynote
Volunteers help make Party on the Plaza a reality
Upcoming ‘Cultural Extravaganza’ brings unique performances to the Newman campus
An event one year in the making has almost arrived. Newman University’s Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) Cultural Extravaganza will take place 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in the De Mattias… Continue reading Upcoming ‘Cultural Extravaganza’ brings unique performances to the Newman campus
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Deconstruction’
Artist Melissa Livermore will present “Deconstruction” at the Steckline Gallery for the September Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at Newman University. The event is free… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Deconstruction’
Brian Collier of Notre Dame to present annual Hesburgh Lecture
Brian Collier, Ph.D., will present the 2018 Hebsurgh Lecture titled, “Save Our Schools, Save Our Country, and Save Your Family: A History of Change in Education in America,” at 6:30… Continue reading Brian Collier of Notre Dame to present annual Hesburgh Lecture
Party on the Plaza’s purpose is all about the students
Mobile career kiosk to help students around Newman campus
Melody Head, director of Career Services and Cooperative Education, has designed a plan to help Newman students talk about future career possibilities when it’s most convenient for them with a… Continue reading Mobile career kiosk to help students around Newman campus
Kelly Belanger keynote to address Title IX, college athletics
Party on the Plaza brings Tuscany to Newman campus
Party on the Plaza: A Night in Tuscany is only weeks away. This year’s event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, following a 5 p.m. Mass in St.… Continue reading Party on the Plaza brings Tuscany to Newman campus
Newest Jets experience ‘Jet Days’ orientation
Nearly 200 new students and their families filtered into De Mattias Fine Arts Center to begin orientation on Aug. 24.
Newman welcomes students back to campus
The student life department at Newman University hosted its annual Welcome Back Bash for the whole Newman community. Students were treated to free food trucks, rock climbing, games and activities.… Continue reading Newman welcomes students back to campus
Parents take on freshmen move-in day
The Newman University campus was buzzing once again as students arrived on Aug. 23 for a day of settling in and getting acquainted. The 2018-19 freshman class moved into Carrocci… Continue reading Parents take on freshmen move-in day
‘Art for Lunch’ at Steckline Gallery a fun tradition
“Art for Lunch” is a tradition for Newman University’s Steckline Gallery. The event is held the Tuesday after every Final Friday show and provides the community with a chance to… Continue reading ‘Art for Lunch’ at Steckline Gallery a fun tradition
Steckline Gallery presents “36days” by Paul Flippen
For its first show of the 2018-19 season, the Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “36days” featuring art by Paul Flippen.
Freshmen move in for their first year at Newman
Freshman move-in day at Newman University kicked off at 8 a.m. Aug. 23 with a little help from Residence Life, First Year Experience (FYE) members, Campus Ministry, the women’s basketball… Continue reading Freshmen move in for their first year at Newman