Close to 40 Newman University faculty, staff, students and alumni took part in a longstanding holiday tradition to bring toys and other goods to families and children in need –… Continue reading Newman community members volunteer for Christmas service tradition
Events
Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 19 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the Fall 2016 Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 9 on the Newman campus. The event is… Continue reading Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Sloppy Joes for Breakfast … and Bingo
The Newman University community gathered on the evening of Dec. 4 for a Sloppy Joes breakfast. While many might argue that Sloppy Joes in the evening is not a breakfast,… Continue reading Sloppy Joes for Breakfast … and Bingo
Women’s Basketball – fire and ice in Alaska
The Newman University Women’s Basketball team is still thawing out from a bitter cold Thanksgiving. While the rest of us enjoyed a relatively warm weather during the holiday, the Lady… Continue reading Women’s Basketball – fire and ice in Alaska
Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends — and the Newman University Chorale felt right at home spending the holiday weekend with fellow classmates and other friends in New… Continue reading Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
On Dec. 5, 116 Newman University senior students turned out to show the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Fall 2016 Scholars Day. Scholars Day, which… Continue reading Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
Legislators learn about Newman at Nov. 30 luncheon
City, county and state legislators received a briefing on Newman University and a guided tour of new nursing and health science facilities at the Legislative Luncheon, held Nov. 30 on… Continue reading Legislators learn about Newman at Nov. 30 luncheon
Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
On Nov. 13, the vibrant sight of performative art, the sound of instrumental music, and roughly 150 fascinated viewers filled the Miller Concert Hall at Wichita State University. Laura Scholl,… Continue reading Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Traditions and Transitions (T & T) is a required introductory class at Newman University that helps incoming students transition into college life. As part of the class, students partake in a… Continue reading Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Rather than viewing regular white gallery walls with a series of paintings from corner to corner, guests had the opportunity to walk through an exhibit filled with flowers, plants and foliage… Continue reading Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
The weather is starting to cool down, finals week is right around the corner and the fall sports season is coming to a close. Here is a look at just… Continue reading Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
November has garnered the nickname “No Shave November,” meaning males do not shave their facial hair for the entirety of the month. This year, the Campus Activities Board has set… Continue reading ‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
The Newman University Music Department will present the Christmas Choral Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4, in the Performance Hall located in the DeMattias Fine Arts Center. The concert, named… Continue reading Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
Every Friday, Newman University students celebrate their Jet pride in a comfortable, casual atmosphere with music, games, friends, and of course, free donuts and coffee. Director of Student Activities Lauren… Continue reading Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Eight members of the Campus Activities Board recently returned from the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) conference in Arlington, Texas. According to the association’s website, the NACA is “the recognized… Continue reading Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Newman University to close for Thanksgiving break
Newman University will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving break. No classes will be held and offices will be closed. Normal operations will resume… Continue reading Newman University to close for Thanksgiving break
One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
Newman University will present a Final Friday interactive performance entitled “Mystery Room” by Wichita artists Hallie Linnebur and Meghan Miller. The opening reception will begin at 5 p.m. and will… Continue reading One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Academic Student Support Services and ASC Community Leader Scholars teamed up for a special project to benefit our military members by writing letters and notes of encouragement to veterans. Students had… Continue reading ‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
The Newman University Advancement Department organized the annual Beata Benefactors Banquet to thank and honor those who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The event took place on Saturday,… Continue reading Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Mark your calendars! The November Mission Talk presented by Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, Ph.D. will take place at noon Wednesday, Nov. 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The location for… Continue reading November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
After hours spent collecting, driving, sorting, labeling and making phone calls, senior Bailey McGuffey and her team of volunteers distributed Halloween costumes to underprivileged children at the Lord’s Diner as… Continue reading Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
The fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 in Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The orchestral group includes woodwinds, brass,… Continue reading Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department will present the world premiere of the play “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara… Continue reading Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman will hold its third annual Veterans Day Mass on Friday, Nov. 11 at 12:05 p.m. in St. John’s Chapel. The Mass will honor those who have served in the… Continue reading Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
The School of Social Work will hold a Kansas Law and Mental Health Forensics workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. It is co-sponsored… Continue reading Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, the people of the United States will be given a voice on who our next president will be. Are you ready to vote? Newman University will host… Continue reading Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus
If you decorate it, they will come — and thus a new tradition for Newman University was born. A multitude of student groups decorated the trunks of their vehicles for… Continue reading Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus
Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara Flexible Theatre located in the De Mattias… Continue reading Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Newman University has a wide variety of clubs available to students, ranging from Swing Dance Club to the Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO). What many club members often do not… Continue reading Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
The Newman campus was full of eager runners and walkers at the 2nd Annual Halloween 5K Walk/Run on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 26. The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee… Continue reading Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
It isn’t long into their high school careers that students start to receive letters from colleges about financial aid. For many parents and students, the entire process – determining which… Continue reading Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art, is collaborating with Wichita State University’s (WSU) Impulse Percussion Group. This collaboration takes advantage of her digital art and computer… Continue reading Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
A group of students that help make up the Newman University Medical Professionals Club participated in a casual gathering of Newman medical professional alumni on Monday, Oct. 25 in the… Continue reading Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
Newman University Campus Ministry will welcome Catholic singer and songwriter Sarah Kroger at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2 in St. John’s Chapel, where she will perform her new song,… Continue reading Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
The Dugan Library will host “Research and Refreshments” from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This event will feature Associate Professor of… Continue reading ‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
If you are asking yourself, “What is there to do on such a small campus?” — you’re in for a big surprise! In this episode of Newman 360Five, the team… Continue reading Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
There comes a time each year when the Newman community misses its alumni a little too much. This is why the Alumni Relations office organizes athletic alumni reunions – events… Continue reading Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Newman University Career Services organized and held the Fall Job/Internship Fair for students on Tuesday, Oct. 11 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A total of 26 businesses participated by setting up… Continue reading Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
The Newman Theatre Department will host a group of theatre students from Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School this Friday, Oct. 21. The students will have an opportunity to see… Continue reading Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23
Director of the Newman Music Department Deanne Zogleman says students have been rehearsing since the first week of school for the fall concert, which will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct.… Continue reading Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23