The Newman Student Government Association (SGA) is an important component of campus. The members of the SGA represent the voices of all Newman students, advocating for their concerns and passing… Continue reading SGA debate gives candidates a chance to talk about platforms
Events
Highway 54 Career Fair brings more than 150 students seeking future opportunities
The annual Highway 54 Career Fair, co-sponsored by Newman University and Friends University, took place on Thursday, April 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at Newman University. Approximately 150 Newman… Continue reading Highway 54 Career Fair brings more than 150 students seeking future opportunities
Easter schedule at Newman University
The Newman University campus will observe Good Friday and Easter Monday; therefore, classes will not be in session Friday, April 14 through Monday, April 17. Normal class schedules will resume… Continue reading Easter schedule at Newman University
Treasures of Newman University find a new home
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley works with the treasures of Newman University and is also helping with the archive’s move to its new home in the basement… Continue reading Treasures of Newman University find a new home
18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
The Newman University 18th annual Literary Festival is set to kick off on Thursday, April 20, 2017, with an opening keynote address by Dr. Tiffany Stern. Stern is the Chair… Continue reading 18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
Final Mission Talk of the year focuses on a past Sacred Heart College president
On Wednesday, April 5, 2017, Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC gave the final 2016-17 academic year’s Mission Talk to an audience of more than 60 individuals. The presentation was titled, “The Gorges Decade,”… Continue reading Final Mission Talk of the year focuses on a past Sacred Heart College president
Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Every year, Newman University recognizes Joyful Jet Day, a day in which students celebrate the kindness of donors who give their support to the university. Tuition only covers about 90 percent of… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Spring orchestral concert will feature memorable Broadway show tunes
The spring orchestral concert “On With the Show!” will be presented at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 9 in the Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The… Continue reading Spring orchestral concert will feature memorable Broadway show tunes
Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Almost 130 Newman University scholarship donors, student scholarship recipients and guests gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus Monday, April 3 for the 2017 Scholarship Luncheon. The… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
On Saturday, April 1, the Newman University campus was filled with high school juniors and their families who were interested in exploring the opportunities it has to offer during Junior… Continue reading Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “As You Like It” by William Shakespeare in the Jabara Flexible Theatre April 6, 7, 8 at 8 p.m and on April 9 at 2 p.m.… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
Residence life coordinator travels to San Antonio for conference
Universities are not designed to keep students bound to them by books and term papers forever. There comes a point when students must submit their final assignment, toss on their… Continue reading Residence life coordinator travels to San Antonio for conference
Mission Talk to cover ‘The Gorges Decade’
Newman University Director of Mission Effectiveness and Archives Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC invites all students, faculty and staff to the next Mission Talk, “The Gorges Decade,” which will begin at noon on… Continue reading Mission Talk to cover ‘The Gorges Decade’
Alumni Department has exciting events in store for spring and summer
The Newman University Alumni Relations Department has many upcoming events planned, according to Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Sarah Strole and Annual Giving Coordinator Brielle Dunham. The first event coming… Continue reading Alumni Department has exciting events in store for spring and summer
David Burkus is first to speak at the Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business launched its Distinguished Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 28 with a keynote presented by David Burkus.
ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success
Freshman Regan Casey came out as the winner of the ASC Collect the Deck game. Casey collected 33 unique cards out of a 52 card deck. ASC Vocations Director Lori… Continue reading ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success
Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
On Monday April 3, Newman Jets are cleared for takeoff for the 2017 Joyful Jet Day. Joyful Jet Day celebrates donors — alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of the university — who generously… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
The Alumni Relations Department has partnered with Career Services to launch a series of events referred to as “Table Talks.” The talks are designed to not only allow Newman students… Continue reading Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
Top five reasons to attend the spring Career Fair
Dust off your best business attire and sharpen your resume with a razor blade. It’s time to prepare for the first chapter of your professional career. Newman University will host… Continue reading Top five reasons to attend the spring Career Fair
Spring Break photo contest
Planning on taking a road trip with friends over Spring Break? Heading to the lake? Catching some sun from the back patio? Newman University wants to know what you are doing… Continue reading Spring Break photo contest
‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
On Friday, March 31, the Newman University art program will host their monthly Final Friday exhibit in the Steckline Gallery with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Both the reception… Continue reading ‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
Spring Break closings at Newman University
Spring Break week will be observed Monday, March 20 through Friday, March 24. There will be no classes during this time. Mass, confessions and adoration will not be held in… Continue reading Spring Break closings at Newman University
360Five: Capture the Flag — “Hunger Games” style
Check out this week’s episode of Newman 360Five promoting the Student Alumni Board’s capture the flag event! With a “Hunger Games” theme, some of our unfortunate actors landed on the… Continue reading 360Five: Capture the Flag — “Hunger Games” style
Get ready to spring ahead!
Daylight Saving Time is once again upon us. The spring time change will take place on Sunday, March 12 at 2 a.m. Be sure to move your clocks, watches and… Continue reading Get ready to spring ahead!
Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
A total of 80 hopefully soon-to-be Jets and their families were walking the campus at Accepted Student Day, which took place on Saturday, March 4 at Newman University. The day… Continue reading Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
Between May 11 and 20, 2017, a delegation of two sisters — one associate and one sojourner — and two women Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) scholars from Newman University… Continue reading Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
Assistant Professor of Theology Matthew Umbarger will be leading a group of theology graduate students during a trip to the Holy Land, which will take place March 16-27, 2017. This trip… Continue reading Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
5 activities for Spring Break on a budget
We all know that the spring semester is the most difficult semester to get through, but don’t fret! Spring Break is right around the corner. So take this time to… Continue reading 5 activities for Spring Break on a budget
Final Friday March 31 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features works by Laura Scholl
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light” by Laura Scholl as the seventh show of its 2016-2017 season. The exhibition of Scholl’s new works, which… Continue reading Final Friday March 31 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features works by Laura Scholl
Spring 2017 ‘Phone-a-Thon’ is opportunity for donors to support students and university
The Phone-a-Thon has been a staple at Newman University for decades. For the spring Phone-a-Thon, 10 students — plus one student captain — will spend three hours per night, starting… Continue reading Spring 2017 ‘Phone-a-Thon’ is opportunity for donors to support students and university
Annual prayer breakfast focuses on ‘Pray All Ways Always’
The annual Newman University Prayer Breakfast will be held at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, March 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The program will begin at 7:45 a.m. and conclude at… Continue reading Annual prayer breakfast focuses on ‘Pray All Ways Always’
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
Newman University Homecoming scored a huge success
Homecoming Games Jet Pride filled the Fugate Gymnasium in forms of cheers, painted faces, horns, squeaking shoes against the gym floor, and the dribbling of a basketball at the Newman… Continue reading Newman University Homecoming scored a huge success
‘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
And the winners are…
Homecoming Week at Newman University is filled with exciting events that allow students to celebrate with their collegiate community. One of the most popular events is the homecoming women and… Continue reading And the winners are…
Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Newman University attended the KICA Student Day at the Kansas State Capitol on Feb. 13, 2017. The event is sponsored by the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). It is an opportunity for independent colleges all… Continue reading Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
CAB hosts Ultimate Lip Sync Battle
On Wednesday Feb. 22, the Newman Campus Activities Board hosted the Ultimate Lip Sync Battle in Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. As the lights dimmed, one could feel the… Continue reading CAB hosts Ultimate Lip Sync Battle
Potter’s last game at home bittersweet, but business as usual
The end of an era is near. Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Potter will coach his last game at home Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Following the Heartland Conference Tournament in… Continue reading Potter’s last game at home bittersweet, but business as usual
Athletics Breakfast provides time to mingle with athletes
The fourth annual Athletics Breakfast will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 in the Gorges Atrium. Great Western Dining will be serving breakfast from 10 a.m. to… Continue reading Athletics Breakfast provides time to mingle with athletes
David Burkus to kick off the School of Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business will be kicking off the School of Business Speaker Series with an event featuring nationally recognized speaker and author David Burkus. The event will… Continue reading David Burkus to kick off the School of Business Speaker Series