Supporters filled all seats of the Newman Performance Hall during the School of Healthcare Professions pinning ceremony for 2025 graduates.
Events
Student Life awards highlight dedication, community spirit
On Friday, May 9, students gathered during Newman University’s Spring Fling to celebrate the 2025 Student Life award winners.
Newman seniors nominated for Ablah Awards
Newman University named the 2024-25 student nominees of the most prestigious undergraduate award given: the Ablah Awards.
Music director, piano instructor to retire at end of school year
After two decades, Deanne Zogleman, director of Newman’s music department, and Carole Pracht, piano instructor and accompanist, are retiring.
Honors student Emma Taylor leads financial literacy series
Newman student Emma Taylor, an Honors Program student and softball athlete, launched a four-part financial literacy series this spring.
Newman student, mascot spark excitement at elementary reading camp
In early March, Newman University senior Allie Johnson and Newman mascot Johnny Jet visited OK Elementary School’s reading camp.
Earth Week brings free tire checks, campus cleanups and more
Newman University is hosting its fourth annual Earth Week April 21-25 as part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment.
It’s all-alumni reunion time once again
This coming June, step back on campus and back in time as you reminisce during the 2025 All-Alumni Reunion at Newman University June 6-7.
Academic Awards Convocation celebrates scholarly efforts
Several Newman University students were recognized for exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 9.
Celebrating problem-solvers of society: 2025 Newman Legacy Banquet
Newman University hosted the Legacy Banquet April 8 to honor those who serve, support and follow God’s mission.
Students celebrate global cultures at 8th Cultural Extravaganza
Nearly 200 gathered at Newman University for the Cultural Extravaganza March 29 and celebrated the richness and diversity of global cultures.
Three awarded in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. for service
The 2025 MLK service award recipients were student Travia Smith, faculty member Tim Cho and staff member James Sanny.
Students travel to Memphis, spend spring break in service
A group of 14 Newman University students spent their spring break serving others during a mission trip to Memphis, Tennessee, from March 15-19.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Flight Safety and How Not to Drown’
Steckline Gallery will present “Flight Safety and How Not to Drown” by artist Yulla Vega during First Friday April 4 at Newman University.
Video: Lisa Zirbel challenges the health care system with art
Artist Lisa Zirbel transforms her frustration with the healthcare system into thought-provoking art that demands more compassionate care.
Newman University’s Scholarship Interview days open doors for students worldwide
Dozens of students from around the world gathered at Newman University for its annual Special Scholarship Interview competition.
Blake the basketball barber boasts a booming business
Not only is Blake Chadwick a men’s basketball graduate assistant for Newman University, he is also a sought-after on-campus barber.
Newman to organize iGEM team for worldwide competition
On March 25, students and faculty will discuss forming an International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) team at Newman University.
That’s a wrap: Your Heritage Month review
Newman University’s Heritage Month has ended, but with it comes new memories to celebrate the university’s founders, namesake and history.
6th Annual Newman Giving Day reaches new donor heights
Newman University supporters rallied together to raise money during the 6th annual Giving Day event on February 26 with competitions, matching challenges and one-of-a-kind game show and trivia events.
Newman to host immigration panel discussion on campus
HALO and Jets for Life to host immigration panel discussion March 6 in the Bishop Gerber Science Center, Room 105, at Newman University.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘To Dust’ for March exhibition
Steckline Gallery will present “To Dust” by Anthony Corraro during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm, March 7, at Newman University.
Homily: Pick up your cross for life’s ‘greatest adventure’
During his homily, Chaplain Father Ed Herzog reflected on how each of us is called to “pick up our cross and follow him” (Matthew 16:24-26).
Videos: British accents and High Tea highlights
Newman University recently hosted its annual High Tea, where students, faculty and staff gave their best on-the-spot British accents.
Slowing down with High Tea at Newman
Guests of all ages slowed down to enjoy the moment during Newman University’s annual High Tea event on February 20.
Videos: Homecoming highlights, catching up with the court
In all of the Newman Heritage Month excitement and unpredictable weather, you may have missed some exciting moments captured on video.
Second International Women’s Day program coming to Newman
Newman University will host its second annual International Women’s Day Program, scheduled for Friday, March 7, 2025.
Once a Jet, always a Jet: Homecoming 2025
Snow didn’t stop fans from filling the stands of the Fugate Gymnasium during homecoming night February 12 at Newman University.
It’s game on for Newman Giving Day Feb. 26
For 24 hours on February 26, Newman University Jets will fundraise during Giving Day by giving back to campus areas that matter most to them.
Steckline Gallery hosts ARTS MIXR with city of Wichita
All are invited to attend the February ARTS MIXR on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at Newman University’s Steckline Gallery.
Video: Sunday Mass moves up for Super Bowl
Super Bowl viewers no longer need to worry about missing Sunday Mass at Newman University.
Youngest Synod delegate in U.S. to speak at Newman University
Wyatt Olivas of Laramie, Wyoming will share his experiences as the North American delegate for the worldwide Synod on Synodality.
Steckline Gallery art showcases medical disparities Feb. 7
Steckline Gallery will present “A Call to Care” by Lisa Zirbel during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm, February 7.
Meet the maker: Pop Culture Pandemonium Trivia Night Feb. 28
It’s time to test your pop culture knowledge during trivia night, all in the spirit of fundraising for Newman University’s Giving Day.
19 students attend first of two scholarship interview days
The first of two scholarship interview days took place Saturday, Jan. 18.
Newman’s 11th Heritage Month begins Feb. 1
Newman will host a series of Heritage Month events February 1 through March 4, 2025, that celebrate the university’s history.
A year in photos: reminiscing 2024 events
Hundreds of smiles, achievements and memories were captured on camera in 2024 at Newman University.
Education empowers: A look back at Newman University in 2024
In 2024, Newman University continued its mission of empowering graduates through education, transforming lives and communities.
Three faculty awarded for ‘remarkable contributions to Newman’
Three Newman University faculty members were recognized for their excellence in teaching, advising, scholarships and service during the inaugural Faculty Excellence Awards.
Celebrating fall 2024 respiratory care, nursing graduates
Nearly 400 guests packed the DeMattias Performance Hall for the fall 2024 nursing and respiratory care pinning ceremony on December 6 at Newman University.