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Students reflect on Investigative Summer STEM Program: ‘I love it’

A student of the 2023 ISSP camp reacts to an exciting lab experiment.
A student of the 2023 ISSP camp reacts to an exciting lab experiment.

The 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) boasted the largest attendance in program history, with 30 high schoolers participating in the overnight camp at Newman University.

Published June 15, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Advanced standing students participate in Newman health care camp

Students of The Independent School participate in the Introduction to Health Care Professions camp at Newman University.
Students of The Independent School participate in the Introduction to Health Care Professions camp at Newman University.

Newman University offered an Introduction to Health Care Professions camp June 5-8 for advanced standing high schoolers of The Independent School in Wichita.

Published June 14, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News

Register for the 39th Annual Jet Open charity golf event

Guests of the 38th annual Jet Open charity golf tournament smile.
Guests of the 38th annual Jet Open charity golf tournament smile.

Registration for the 39th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open, a charity golf tournament which benefits the Newman University athletic department, is open.

Published June 8, 2023
Categorized as Athletics, Events, Giving, News

Newman announces new theme for Party on the Plaza

Party on the Plaza Roaring 20's

Newman University is thrilled to announce a brand new theme for Party on the Plaza, the university’s biggest fundraiser of the year on September 30.

Published June 8, 2023
Categorized as Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Follow along on Newman’s Europe by Rail trip

The 2023 Europe by Rail group at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport.
The 2023 Europe by Rail group at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport.

The 2023 Europe by Rail group of 11 Newman University community members began their trip abroad Monday, May 15.

Published May 19, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Student Life

Bishop offers Baccalaureate Mass, graduates share reflections

Bishop Kemme shares a heartfelt homily in St. John's Chapel at Newman University.
Bishop Kemme shares a heartfelt homily in St. John's Chapel at Newman University.

The annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating spring graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 11, on the Newman University campus.

Published May 18, 2023
Categorized as Events, Faith, News, Student Life

Video: Newman commencement highlights

Newman University graduates wave in excitement as they exit the arena.

Our Newman University graduates of 2023 are soaring off to accomplish great things.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Five family members graduate from Newman at same time

Director of Residence Life Mendel Folefac smiles alongside fellow MBA graduate Shawn Hawks.
Director of Residence Life Mendel Folefac smiles alongside fellow MBA graduate Shawn Hawks.

At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas. 

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz

Austin Schwartz is the 2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award recipient.
Austin Schwartz is the 2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award recipient.

Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award

Talia Powers received the 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award at Newman University commencement.
Talia Powers received the 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award at Newman University commencement.

Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.

Published May 17, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

A tremendous achievement: celebrating 2023 graduates

Graduates celebrate their tremendous achievement at Newman University commencement.
Graduates celebrate their tremendous achievement at Newman University commencement.

A grand total of 429 graduates of Newman University earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 12. 

Published May 12, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Newman celebrates 2023 nursing grads with pinning ceremony

Newman University Nursing class of 2023
Newman University Nursing class of 2023

Graduates of 2023 received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.

Published May 11, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Newman community celebrates end of the year with various events

Students at Newman University's 2023 Spring Fling
Students at Newman University's 2023 Spring Fling

From an epic Lip Sync Battle and Spring Fling to Scholars Day and the excellence awards, the Newman community is wrapping up the year with several festivities.

Published May 10, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Uncategorized

Richard Macías receives the Monsignor Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award

President Kathleen Jagger awards Richard Macías the 2023 Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award. 
President Kathleen Jagger awards Richard Macías the 2023 Msgr. Leon A. McNeill Achievement Award. 

Richard Macías, a 1980 graduate, recently received Newman University’s 2023 Monsignor Leon A McNeill Achievement Award. 

Published May 9, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News

Preview: 2023 Graduation week at Newman

Newman Commencement

For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman student competes in final round of Shocker New Venture Competition

Nicholas Vasilescu delivers the final pitch for Testkey to the judges and a live audience April 28.
Nicholas Vasilescu delivers the final pitch for Testkey to the judges and a live audience April 28.

For the first time ever, a Newman student participated in the Shocker New Venture Competition and made it to the final round on April 28.

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Student Life

Senior to exhibit artwork for First Friday May 5

Kirstin Richmeier
Kirstin Richmeier

On Friday, May 5, senior Kirstin Richmeier of Holcomb, Kansas, will present her capstone work, “I see you and I am you.”

Published May 4, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Student Life

Newman University prepares for 2023 All-Alumni Reunion Weekend

All-Alumni Reunion

Newman University is preparing to host an All-Alumni Reunion to take place on the weekend of June 23-25 on campus.

Published April 20, 2023
Categorized as Alumni, Events

Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond

A glass award from the Alumni Awards, Beata Benefactors Banquet

Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.

Published April 20, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News

2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students

2023 Academic Award Winners

Several Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics, service and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 12. Director of Music Deanne Zogleman led the Troubadours in… Continue reading 2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students

Published April 18, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, Student Life

Jet Fest celebrates Newman’s accepted high school students

The acceptance notice from a university is one of the most exciting emails for a high school student, so Newman hosts a day for all of its accepted students to celebrate. 

Published April 13, 2023
Categorized as Events, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Environmental initiatives help Newman community soar

Newman University green initiatives - a group plants milkweed on campus.

Read on for Kansas Leadership Center volunteer Carmaine Ternes’ reflection on Newman community members’ earthly efforts.

Published April 13, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Service, Student Life

Newman announces Earth Week events April 17-22

2023 Earth Week April 17-22

Newman University is excited to host its second annual Earth Week as part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment.

Published April 12, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Video: Spring 2023 student update

Beth Griffiths gives the student update from Newman University

In this video update, sophomore Beth Griffiths gives an inside look at the exciting campus events that have already taken place and are yet to come this semester.

Published April 6, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Athletics, Events, News

Donors meet scholarship recipients at Newman luncheon

Past-president Noreen Carrocci, Ph.D., attends the 2023 scholarship luncheon.
Past-president Noreen Carrocci, Ph.D., attends the 2023 scholarship luncheon.

The annual scholarship luncheon brought student recipients and donors face-to-face as they enjoyed an Italian buffet on March 27. 

Published March 31, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, Giving, News, Student Life

Applications open for 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)

Students conduct research during the Investigative Summer STEM Program at Newman University

Newman University is now accepting applications for the summer 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).

Published March 30, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Science & Health

2023 Cultural Extravaganza highlights local diversity

The 2023 MCLO Cultural Extravaganza featured dancers of Ballet Folklorico Mexico en el Corazon.
The 2023 MCLO Cultural Extravaganza featured dancers of Ballet Folklorico Mexico en el Corazon.

Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.

Published March 29, 2023
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Student Life

Service is cornerstone of Newman experience

Newman University students, faculty and staff packaged 22,000 bags of rice for the hungry in Haiti.
Newman University students, faculty and staff packaged 22,000 bags of rice for the hungry in Haiti.

A culture of service sets the Newman experience apart — not only for students but also for faculty and staff.

Published March 29, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Service

Newman presents ‘The Real Inspector Hound’ March 30-April 1

The Real Inspector Hound

Watching a play inside of a play isn’t something an audience gets to see everyday, but when you watch “The Real Inspector Hound,” brought to you by Newman University’s theater department, you get to do just that. 

Published March 13, 2023
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Events, Student Life

Newman to host ‘Converging Roads’ medical ethics conference April 22

Converging Roads medical ethics conference at Newman University, April 22, 2023.

Newman University, in collaboration with The Gerber Institute, will host the conference “Converging Roads: Health Care & Human Dignity” on Saturday, April 22.

Published March 13, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman celebrates Pi Gamma Mu week March 20-24

Students of Pi Gamma Mu participate in a service project for the Open Door Food Ministry.
Students of Pi Gamma Mu participate in a service project for the Open Door Food Ministry.

From March 20-24, the Newman community can expect multiple on-campus events and activities to celebrate 50 years of Pi Gamma Mu.

Published March 10, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Social Work, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman, MIAA honor Sister Diane Leary as Title IX champion

Sister Diane Leary honored as Title IX champion.

Former coach, athletic director and athletic hall of famer Sister Diane Leary, CSJ, has been recognized by Newman University and the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) as a Title IX… Continue reading Newman, MIAA honor Sister Diane Leary as Title IX champion

Published March 10, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Athletics, Events, News

Students win $100 each for Heritage Month contest

(From left to right) John Suffield, Elginique Dames and Kaylee McNeill were winners of the 2023 Heritage Month contests.
(From left to right) John Suffield, Elginique Dames and Kaylee McNeill were winners of the 2023 Heritage Month contests.

During Heritage Month, an essay, TikTok (short video) and visual arts contest was held for students Feb. 2 through Feb. 17. 

Published March 6, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, Events, Faith, Heritage Month, Religion & Philosophy, Student Life

Heroic efforts lead to triumphant 2023 Giving Day

Student Catherine Madison (center) waves her hand in triumph during the minute-to-win-it games.
Student Catherine Madison (center) waves her hand in triumph during the minute-to-win-it games.

Even without a Bat-Signal or capes, many Newman University supporters answered the call to “Be A Hero” during the fourth annual Giving Day fundraiser February 28.

Published March 2, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Athletics, Events, Giving, News

Staff Assembly to host silent auction April 4

A generously donated stained glass art piece for the silent auction(available on wooden stand or can be hung on the wall). (Courtesy photo, Amanda Wills)
A generously donated stained glass art piece for the silent auction(available on wooden stand or can be hung on the wall). (Courtesy photo, Amanda Wills)

Staff Assembly is excited to bring back its silent auction 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 4 in the old bookstore space.

Published February 28, 2023
Categorized as Events, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Black History Month wraps up with colorful display

Yelando Johnson stands with the Black History Month banner in McNeill Hall.
Yelando Johnson stands with the Black History Month banner in McNeill Hall.

In celebration of Black History Month, the School of Education and Social Work department decorated its hallway, located on the first floor of McNeill Hall.

Published February 28, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Arts & Humanities, Events, Heritage Month, Social Work, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Record number of top Newman scholarships offered

After a record number of high school students applied to its 2023 Scholarship Interview Days, Newman University has offered 135 of its top scholarships to participants of this year’s competition.

Published February 23, 2023
Categorized as Accomplishments, Events, News

Newman shares recipe for a successful High Tea

Newman University High Tea volunteers of 2023

From perfectly plated finger foods to toasty Earl Grey tea, it takes many elements of precision to ensure a successful High Tea event at Newman University.

Published February 22, 2023
Categorized as Alumni, Events, Heritage Month, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Video: St. Newman Homily

Father Adam Grelinger offers homily during St. Newman Mass Feb. 21.

The Newman University community came together on Feb. 21 to celebrate the institution’s namesake, St. John Henry Newman.

Published February 22, 2023
Categorized as Events, Faith, News, Student Life

Video: A student’s perspective of homecoming week

Eliana Gaytan homecoming week recap

From homecoming night festivities and fit checks to a trip to Oklahoma City for a Blessed Stanley Rother dedication ceremony, catch Eliana Gaytan’s full homecoming week recap.

Published February 22, 2023
Categorized as Athletics, Events, News, Student Life

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