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
Events
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
Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Ray Williams is searching for student volunteers to aid in fundraising efforts and connect with alumni and donors. The Phone-a-thon is an event… Continue reading Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Literature lovers of Wichita, now is your chance to celebrate authors and storytelling through colorful presentations, readings and short performances at Newman’s Literary Festival. Each year, the Newman English department… Continue reading Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Newman hosts Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Young contestants and their families filled the De Mattias Performance Hall for the Sunflower State Spelling Bee Saturday, March 9. The spellers took their places at 8:45 a.m. and warmed… Continue reading Newman hosts Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Artist Seth Blume will exhibit “In the Bag?” at Steckline Gallery during Wichita’s Final Friday event March 29. The exhibit portrays elements of fun and mystery for viewers. Blume, a… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
A panel of finalists for the 2019 Kansas Teacher of the Year visited Newman University Feb. 28, spending quality time with current Newman students, staff and faculty. The Kansas State… Continue reading Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
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
National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman University students have been given the opportunity to win up to $100. The catch? Help create a logo for the National Geomantic Survey (NGS). Longtime NGS member of 10… Continue reading National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
‘SHEro’ week will honor women in various ways
Newman University’s Division of Student Affairs has planned a “SHEro” week to honor women of the community in many different ways. Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard… Continue reading ‘SHEro’ week will honor women in various ways
The making of a Homecoming king and queen
Homecoming is an exciting time for any university, and for some students, there’s added excitement of possibly being crowned Homecoming king and queen. Newman University has a long history of… Continue reading The making of a Homecoming king and queen
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
Collaborative effort makes Homecoming week a success
Theater department to present ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’
High school seniors get to know Newman
“The path to the next clue is short and sweet, but make sure to look both ways before crossing the street. Named after our university president, students have an opportunity… Continue reading High school seniors get to know Newman
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 welcomes athletic alumni to Hall of Fame
The history behind High Tea
Open mic poetry and performance series on campus welcomes all
Roses are red, violets are blue. An open mic poetry event may be just for you. All students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to the first open mic poetry… Continue reading Open mic poetry and performance series on campus welcomes all
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’
Artist Jennie Mosher Kimbrough will present “Lov(ed)” at Steckline Gallery for the Feb. 22 Final Friday show 5 to 7 p.m. at Newman University. The event is free and open… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lov(ed)’
Art student featured in Final Friday show
Newman University junior Carley Sullivan has taken a special interest in photography and her work was recently featured at a Final Friday art exhibition in Wichita. Sullivan’s photos were available… Continue reading Art student featured in Final Friday show
Newman trivia theme for upcoming Mission Talk
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, invites students, staff, faculty and the Newman community to attend her Mission Talk on Wednesday, Feb. 13, and participate in Newman trivia. Rohrbach’s… Continue reading Newman trivia theme for upcoming Mission Talk
Celebrate the rich history of Newman during Heritage Month
At Newman University, the entire month of February represents Heritage Month — a chance to celebrate the founders of Newman, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), namesake John… Continue reading Celebrate the rich history of Newman during Heritage Month
Newman Black Student Union gears up for Black History Month events
The Newman University Black Student Union (BSU) is planning several events to celebrate Black History Month. Festivities begin Feb. 1, which BSU is designating “Black Friday,” encouraging students to wear… Continue reading Newman Black Student Union gears up for Black History Month events
Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Director of Steckline Gallery, Shannon Johnston, is trying something new this year. She has arranged Newman’s first juried exhibit, “Swipe Right.” Johnston explained, “The title, ‘Swipe Right,’ is a play… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to host juried show for Final Friday
Newman community honors Martin Luther King Jr.
Newman SGA weighs in on progress
Newman University’s Student Government Association (SGA) has been working hard for the past semester to improve life on campus for students of the university — and they aren’t finished yet.… Continue reading Newman SGA weighs in on progress
Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Have you ever tried creating a short play from start to finish — complete with actors, costumes, props and a live public performance — in just 24 hours? This will… Continue reading Looking for a fun challenge? Try the 24-Hour Theater Project
Athletic hall of fame 2019 inductees announced
The Newman University Athletic Hall of Fame will induct five new members Feb. 9.
Newman students present research on Scholars Day
High school counselors connect with Newman over breakfast
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