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Highlight reel from 2022 Heritage Month

Explore the highlight reel of the exciting contests, speakers and events from all of February’s Heritage Month festivities.

Contest winners share their essay, TikTok, visual arts entries

During Heritage Month in February, students entered an essay, TikTok and visual arts contest for the chance of winning $100 for their works.

Newman students participate in Zoom call with Pope Francis

On February 24, Newman was part of a Zoom event called “Building Bridges: A Synodal Encounter Between Pope Francis and Universities.”

A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day

For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.

Video: Highlights from 2022 Homecoming

If you missed Homecoming, here’s a video highlight reel from the games, crowning of royalty and the annual Lip Sync Battle.

Newman to host Arts & Literature March 3-4

Themed “Queens & Things: Art & Gender,” the Arts & Literature Festival is scheduled for Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 with a variety of events that appeal to any age.

A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022

The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.

Social Work Month in March celebrates everyday heroes

Throughout March, the Newman University social work departments are recognizing the ever-growing profession and its contributions to society.

2022 High Tea video recap

High Tea celebrants also celebrated "Twosday" at 2:22 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 22.

Photos may capture the spirit of the 2022 Saint John Henry Newman High Tea event, but videos can capture the life of moments well spent.

Celebrating St. John Henry Newman

The week of February 21st holds additional meaning for Heritage Month 2022. It is Homecoming Week and a time to celebrate St. John Henry Newman, Newman University’s namesake. It is… Continue reading Celebrating St. John Henry Newman

Newman Theater Department presents ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’ March 3-6

The Newman Theater Department will bring “Mary, Queen of Scots” to life on stage March 3-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.

Artist Ann Resnick presents ‘So Long, Fare Well’ for First Friday March 4

Steckline Gallery will present “So Long, Fare Well” by artist Ann Resnick during a First Friday exhibition from 5 to 8 pm, March 4, at Newman University.

Historical High Tea tradition returns to Newman campus

The St. John Henry Newman High Tea event returned to campus for students, alumni, staff and families to enjoy on Tuesday, February 22.

Newman hosts record-breaking Scholarship Interview Day on campus

Admissions hosted Scholarship Interview Day Saturday, January 29, with the help of the ASC sisters, students, faculty and staff members.

Video: 2022 Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at Newman

Students, faculty and staff gathered for fellowship and prayer during the “Journey of Faith” Interfaith Prayer Breakfast Thursday, February 10.

Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins

Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast offers celebration through song, prayer, breakfast

All are welcome to attend this year’s Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at 7:30 am Thursday, February 10 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.

Steckline Gallery presents Matthew Hilyard’s ‘Ugly Pretty’ for First Friday

ArtisMatthew Hilyard will present his exhibition, “Ugly Pretty,” 5 to 8 pm Feb 4 for First Friday in the Steckline Gallery.

Newman Music and Theater Departments to present ‘Big Fish – Small Cast Edition’

The Newman Music and Theater Departments will present “Big Fish – Small Cast Edition” February 4-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.

A year in review: 2021

The 2021 Newman year in review features a glance back on memories made, challenges overcome and individuals worth celebrating.

Fall nursing graduates celebrated with pinning ceremony

Twenty-one nursing graduates, their family members and close friends gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on Friday, December 10 at Newman University.

Newman gives thanks with counselor appreciation breakfast

Thirty-eight counselors from 25 different high schools attended the Newman admissions annual Counselor Appreciation Breakfast on Friday, Dec. 3.

Steckline Gallery presents ‘The Mourning of New Maps’ for First Friday Dec. 3

Artist Micala Gingrich-Gaylord’s exhibit, “The Mourning of New Maps,” will be featured for First Friday from 5 to 8 pm December 3.

Food & fellowship: a student’s thoughts on the ASC Spaghetti Supper

Matthew Clark, a senior English and theater major, recounts his experience at a Spaghetti Supper event with the ASC sisters at Newman.

Newman Music Department to present Christmas Concert Dec. 5

The Chorale and Troubadours will raise their voices with joyful noise for a Christmas Concert 3 pm December 5 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.

Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman

(From left to right) Roy Wenzl, Travis Heying, and Ray Kapaun answer questions from attendees at the showing of the "Once Was Lost" documentary on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

More than 140 people watched the live showing of “Once Was Lost,” a Father Kapaun documentary created by Travis Heying and Roy Wenzl.

Newman Chorale welcomes home veterans of Kansas Honor Flight

The Newman University Chorale recently sang two welcoming performances of “God Bless America” to veterans as they returned to Wichita from the Kansas Honor Flight.

Plant, T-shirt and baked goods fundraiser scheduled for Nov. 16

The Newman Staff Assembly will host “The Mother of All Sales” fundraiser 11 am to 1:30 pm on Tuesday, November 16 in the former bookstore space in Dugan.

Newman staff member and veteran honored with Kansas Honor Banner

In honor of her military service, Senior Administrative Assistant for Academic Affairs Melanie Flanagan is featured on a Kansas Honor Banner.

Steckline Gallery to host ‘Natural Anomalies’ for First Friday

Steckline Gallery present “Natural Anomalies,” a group exhibition by Black Rainbow for First Friday on November 5.

Fall Festival of Song on Sunday, Oct. 24, promises to delight

The Newman Chorale and Troubadours will host their annual fall concert on Sunday, October 24 at 3 pm in Saint John’s Chapel.

Video: 100-billion Nanometer Dash during 2021 Nano Day

Watch the video recap of the 100-billion nanometer dash during Newman chemistry club’s annual Nano Day celebration.

Chemistry club to host National Nanometer Day events Oct. 13

The Newman Chemistry Club will celebrate National Nanometer Day from 11 am to 1 pm on October 13 outside of the Bishop Gerber Science Center.

Soaring to new heights: Inauguration of President Kathleen S. Jagger

Newman University soared into a new era with the official inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger on Thursday, October 7.

Newman to install Kathleen S. Jagger as its president

President Kathleen Jagger will be officially installed as Newman University’s 12th president during an inauguration ceremony at 2 pm on Thursday, October 7, in Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center.

Soaring into Inauguration Week with special events: Oct. 3-9

On Thursday, October 7, Newman University will celebrate the inauguration of President Kathleen Jagger, Ph.D., MPH.

Father Kapaun: home at last, remembering Newman roots

Father Emil Kapaun — who was ordained as a Catholic priest in Saint John’s Chapel at Newman University and died as a prisoner of war in North Korea 70 years ago — has finally returned home to Kansas.

Steckline Gallery presents ‘Machine-Nature Interface #131 (Shadows)’ for First Friday

The Steckline Gallery will present “Machine-Nature Interface #131 (Shadows)” by Mike Miller during a First Friday exhibition from 5-8 pm, October 1, at Newman University.