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Events
Campus reflects on sacredness of creation during Earth Day
Earth Day wasn’t just another Monday at Newman University — it was a day to recognize the sacredness of Earth, created by God.
Sisters’ spaghetti brings students together
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) sisters know the way into the hearts of Newman students, and it’s through spaghetti.
Kansas Food Bank benefits from Newman service day
On April 17, several students, faculty and staff traveled to the Kansas Food Bank to participate in a Newman service day.
Legacy Awards Banquet honors the stewards of Newman’s future
More than 130 supporters and friends of Newman University gathered the evening of April 16 to celebrate the Legacy Awards Banquet.
Academic Awards highlight accolades of Newman students
Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 10.
Newman University to celebrate Earth Week 2024
Newman University is excited to host its third annual Earth Week from Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 19 culminating on Earth Day April 22.
Awards ceremony takes on new name: Newman Legacy Banquet
Every spring, Newman University celebrates the contributions of alumni and donors with a ceremony known as the Legacy Awards.
Artist Jessica Page showcases in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Reflecting on Legacy” by artist Jessica Page during a First Friday exhibition April 5 at Newman University.
Students present ‘Out of the Box Play Festival’ April 4-6
Members of the community have three opportunities to see one-act plays at the Out of the Box Play Festival April 4-6 at Newman University.
7th time’s the charm: Cultural Extravaganza continues tradition
Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.
Newman’s 10th Heritage Month comes to a close
Newman Heritage Month has officially come to a close, but with it comes new memories to celebrate our founders, namesake and history.
A lively homecoming night connects Newman community
A leap year homecoming night at Newman brought roaring student crowds, alumni from the ages and student-athletes together to celebrate the end of Heritage Month.
Newman hosts International Women’s Day event March 8
Newman University will host “Strong Women Boldly Building Dreams” March 8 at 9 am in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
‘Spilling the tea’ on St. Newman during High Tea
In this episode of The Newman Bond podcast, two staff members “spill the tea” on St. John Henry Newman’s life and legacy.
On display in March: ‘Looking In: Photographs from the Kansas Border’
Steckline Gallery will present “Looking In: Photographs from the Kansas Border” by artist Cary Conover starting March 1 at Newman University.
Three winners recognized at Martin Luther King Jr. Award Ceremony
Newman University celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by recognizing the leadership efforts of three campus community members.
Father Adam Grelinger shares homily honoring St. Maria De Mattias
On February 1, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast day.
Newman Giving Day brings contests, matching funds and more Feb. 28
For 24 hours on February 28, Newman University Jets will come together and give back to the area of campus that matters most to them.
Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.
Live production ‘Treasure Island’ at Newman March 1-3
Newman University presents “Treasure Island” Friday, March 1 through Sunday, March 3 in the De Mattias Performance Hall on campus.
Two students enter into Catholic Church
Last summer, Newman student Austin Fullerton and Friends student Davis Green set out to grow closer to God by joining the Catholic Church.
Newman crew travels 440 miles for Catholic SEEK conference
More than 20,000 college students, priests, religious brothers and sisters and campus ministers attended the 2024 SEEK conference in Saint Louis January 1-5.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Artist Lauren Fitzgerald showcases in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Symbiosis” by artist Lauren Fitzgerald during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm February 2 at Newman University.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour theater challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Early bird tickets now available for Dueling Pianos
Dueling Pianos returns to Newman University Friday, Feb. 23 with dinner, drinks and an interactive dueling pianos performance with HiFi Productions.
Now live: Fall 2023 Newman Magazine (online)
The Newman Magazine site is now live with new, inspiring stories of students and alumni who embody Newman’s core values.
Cheers to 2023: A year in review
As we look back on 2023, we are filled with gratitude for the ongoing generosity and support of our Newman University community.
Newman’s newest nurses: 2023 pinning ceremony
Twelve nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on December 8 in Newman University’s De Mattias Performance Hall.
Newman campus is lively with holiday spirit
Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.
Videos: Seniors share semester-long research at Scholars Day
During Newman Scholars Day Monday, Dec. 4, seniors presented their final presentations and research papers to fellow students, faculty and staff members.
A student’s exploration of Europe
Newman senior Joshua Dessenberger shares his experience abroad on the Europe by Rail trip.
‘Speculative Futures’ showcasing now in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Speculative Futures” by artist Anthony Mead during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm December 1 at Newman University.
Newman offers a prayer for peace during annual prayer breakfast
More than 40 students, faculty and staff gathered for the annual prayer breakfast November 15 in the Mabee Dining Center at Newman University.
International bruncheon: where cultures on campus collide
Students, faculty and staff came together and enjoyed more than 20 food dishes from 16 different countries/origins during the international bruncheon on October 24.
New Heritage Room display features 90 years of Newman
There’s now a tangible collection of archives photos, artifacts and more on display for students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate Newman’s 90 years.
Newman hosts annual blood drive Oct. 30
Newman University invites the public and campus community to participate in an American Red Cross blood drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman to host first color run/walk Dec. 2
Students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are invited to join the Newman University community for its first-ever color run/walk Saturday, Dec. 2.
Grad fair Nov. 1 offers graduation must-haves
The Newman grad fair is an event for students who plan to graduate during the 2023-24 academic year as well as any staff or faculty members in need of regalia.