A common question heard on college campuses around the country is, “How do I get involved and stay connected?” Whether you are a commuter student, on-campus student or an adult… Continue reading A guide for students: How to get involved on campus
Events
All Faiths Prayer Service takes place Oct. 11
No matter what your religious background, faith life or current practices may be, you are invited to join Newman University in a special All Faiths Prayer Service. This special event… Continue reading All Faiths Prayer Service takes place Oct. 11
Campus Ministry Fall Retreat: Drawing closer to God
Campus Ministry will be hosting the annual Fall Service Retreat this weekend at Camp Tawakoni, just outside of Andover. The retreat will begin on Friday, Sept. 29 and will last… Continue reading Campus Ministry Fall Retreat: Drawing closer to God
The double life of an Army Guardsman
Newman University’s MBA students often lead a double life: worker by day, student by night. For some, that might conjure up images of super-heroes. Matthew Ayres, who is completing his… Continue reading The double life of an Army Guardsman
Communications professor Hane to present at women leadership conference
Newman University Professor of Communications Audrey Hane, Ph.D., will present at Know Your Worth — a Kansas Leadership Center conference — on Sept. 29. The purpose of the conference is to… Continue reading Communications professor Hane to present at women leadership conference
Notre Dame researcher to present ‘Aging Successfully’ at Hesburgh Lecture
Cindy S. Bergeman, Ph.D., a researcher and faculty member at the University of Notre Dame, will present insight into “Aging Successfully” at the annual Hesburgh Lecture at Newman University. The… Continue reading Notre Dame researcher to present ‘Aging Successfully’ at Hesburgh Lecture
Steckline Gallery presents Andrew DeCaen’s ‘Plenty’ as Final Friday art exhibit
The Newman Steckline Gallery will present Andrew DeCaen’s show, “Plenty,” as this month’s Final Friday exhibit. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m.… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents Andrew DeCaen’s ‘Plenty’ as Final Friday art exhibit
It was a great night for a Party on the Plaza
Every year at Newman University, friends and supporters gather with open hearts on Founders Plaza for a night of great food and fun. The annual Party on the Plaza took… Continue reading It was a great night for a Party on the Plaza
Dedication ceremony celebrates the future
Newman University hosted an eagerly awaited dedication ceremony of the new Bishop Gerber Science Center on Sept. 21.
Accounting class: And so the adventure begins
Assistant Professor of Accounting Patrick Nance wanted his students to see what the real world of accounting might entail, so he recently took the opportunity to introduce his class to… Continue reading Accounting class: And so the adventure begins
Newman theater department to present four-person play ‘The Glass Menagerie’
Newman University is kicking off its 2017-2018 theater season with the four-person play “The Glass Menagerie.” “The Glass Menagerie” will be presented at 8 p.m. Oct. 12, 13 and 14,… Continue reading Newman theater department to present four-person play ‘The Glass Menagerie’
Party on the Plaza helps make student scholarships possible
The annual Party on the Plaza at Newman University will take place at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, on Founder’s Plaza.
Newman to host Big Read Wichita event featuring author Kao Kalia Yang
Newman University will host an on-campus kickoff for Big Read Wichita, featuring speaker Kao Kalia Yang, award-winning author of “The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir.” Big Read Wichita is dedicated… Continue reading Newman to host Big Read Wichita event featuring author Kao Kalia Yang
Party on the Plaza: Bring on the wine and dine
Party on the Plaza (POP) is almost here and preparing for an event of this scale takes more than just a couple months of planning. The party will be held Sept.… Continue reading Party on the Plaza: Bring on the wine and dine
You are not alone: National Suicide Prevention month
September is National Suicide Prevention month, an important observation to promote on college campuses, say Newman University counseling officials. The official National Suicide Prevention Day was Sept. 10 and Jets For… Continue reading You are not alone: National Suicide Prevention month
September’s Final Friday makes a connection between food and art
Andrew DeCaen, the next exhibiting artist in Newman University’s Steckline Gallery, has a lot to say about food — the rituals and customs of preparation, consumption and its social connections.… Continue reading September’s Final Friday makes a connection between food and art
Dedication ceremony to be held Sept. 21 for the new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Newman University will host a dedication ceremony of the new Bishop Gerber Science Center at 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21. The building opened its doors at the beginning of the… Continue reading Dedication ceremony to be held Sept. 21 for the new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Daniella Buedden’s capstone project to help Wichita families in need
Senior Daniella Buedden is reaching out to the Newman community to bring her capstone project to life. With the generous help of volunteers, Buedden hopes to provide a free babysitting… Continue reading Daniella Buedden’s capstone project to help Wichita families in need
Mission Talk series begins with the first chapter in Newman history
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, is once again leading the traditional Mission Talk series at Newman University. This year, Rohrbach will focus on separate chapters of time based… Continue reading Mission Talk series begins with the first chapter in Newman history
Newman to host Outdoor Adoration at Marian Grotto
Newman Campus Ministry is hosting an outdoor adoration for the community to attend. The event will take place 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, at the Marian Grotto located near the… Continue reading Newman to host Outdoor Adoration at Marian Grotto
Party on the Plaza live auction sneak preview
The annual Party on the Plaza is just around the corner. This year’s event, which will take place at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, on Founder’s Plaza, has a brand… Continue reading Party on the Plaza live auction sneak preview
Involvement Fair invites students to get more involved
The annual Involvement Fair is a great opportunity for students to become engaged in a new school year. At the fair, various student clubs and organizations at Newman set up… Continue reading Involvement Fair invites students to get more involved
Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
It’s time for a getaway. Newman University’s Party on the Plaza, “A Night in Tuscany,” is the perfect opportunity for a night out in Wichita that will transport you to… Continue reading Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
Jet Days 2017 welcomes students to a new year
It’s a time full of emotion for students returning to and beginning their collegiate journey at Newman University.
Freshmen get settled in for the new year
It’s that time of year again when students are moving back onto campus and getting settled in for a brand new academic year. Freshman move-in traditionally kicks off a whole… Continue reading Freshmen get settled in for the new year
Join in the fun at the Welcome Back Bash
Newman University is once again welcoming students onto campus for another fun and exciting academic year. The Welcome Back Bash is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board (CAB) and will… Continue reading Join in the fun at the Welcome Back Bash
Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
The 33rd annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open golf tournament was once again a success, thanks to the help of staff, volunteers, golfers and sponsors. The two-day event started with… Continue reading Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
Steckline Final Friday is back for another exciting season
Wichita has a strong tradition in the art world — Final Friday. On the last Friday of the month, venues within the city invite artists, local or not, to display… Continue reading Steckline Final Friday is back for another exciting season
Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. “The Jet Open is an annual golf tournament in its 33rd year to raise money… Continue reading Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Newman Represented at Final Friday
Newman University students are no strangers to Final Friday in Wichita. On July 28, students and alumni had their art displayed at the Hue Gallery. Final Friday occurs at the… Continue reading Newman Represented at Final Friday
Newman hosts educational game development conference
For some, learning is easier when the subject is brought to life — and Reacting to the Past does just that, taking learning to a highly interactive level. Beginning in… Continue reading Newman hosts educational game development conference
Investigative Summer Science Program wraps up another successful session
A total of 21 students from Kansas, Arkansas, Georgia, Missouri and Nebraska recently experienced the Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) at Newman University.
Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. The event will kick off on Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. with a… Continue reading Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
Newman Alumni Weekend brings together generations of friends
Newman University held its annual Alumni Weekend Friday, June 23 – 24. The weekend was packed with social meals, inspiring presentations, fun activities and more. The event kicked off on… Continue reading Newman Alumni Weekend brings together generations of friends
Newman community says ‘goodbye’ to Heimerman Science Center
Friday, June 16 was not just another day on the Newman University campus.
Students and professors return from ‘Europe by Rail’ trip
Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D., and Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D., recently led a group of 12 students on a journey across Europe to experience the sights,… Continue reading Students and professors return from ‘Europe by Rail’ trip
More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
On Saturday, June 10, some of Wichita’s fiercest runners braved the obstacle-filled 5K race known as the Gladiator Dash, which took place at Sedgwick County Park. The Wichita Gladiator Dash… Continue reading More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
Alumni and families invited to participate in Newman Alumni Weekend June 23-25
Newman University invites alumni and their families to participate in entertainment, learning events, family fun and an opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni at theNewman Alumni Weekend. The weekend of… Continue reading Alumni and families invited to participate in Newman Alumni Weekend June 23-25
Newman hosts Alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy Reunion
After a whopping 18 years, Newman University is welcoming back the alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy for a reunion on Thursday, June 22. “We are extending the invitation to… Continue reading Newman hosts Alumnae of Sacred Heart Academy Reunion
Newman collection drive helps the homeless
Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd noticed something during his normal rounds in the spring of 2016 as students were moving out of the residence halls — the trash bins… Continue reading Newman collection drive helps the homeless