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Turning grief into purpose: Lucy Mwangi is a future physician
Newman graduate Lucy Mwangi ’23 aspires to become the best physician she can be and carries her mother’s memory with her every day.
Student highlight video: Meet Travia Smith
Watch the video to learn more about Travia Smith’s motivations, fun facts and her meaningful student experience at Newman.
Video: 2024 Party on the Plaza replay
Watch the video for a replay of Party on the Plaza’s spectacular night of fundraising for Newman University.
Stewardship shows during 2024 Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s, took place Saturday, September 28 with a grand total of $173,400 raised for student financial aid.
Silent auction for Party on the Plaza opens Friday
Party on the Plaza’s silent auction has some one-of-a-kind items up for bidding starting Friday, Sept. 27.
Newman University celebrates 91 years
In honor of Newman University’s 91st birthday, the ASC sisters delivered ice cream treats via golf cart to students, staff and faculty.
Ready for a roaring time: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Johnston family gives generous estate gift to Newman University
Inspired by Newman’s mission, Marianne and Jerry Johnston left a transformative estate gift to Newman University for nearly $255,000.
Newman University launches task force to spearhead athletic facility upgrades
Newman University announced a new task force to lead a significant fundraising initiative to modernizing its outdoor athletic facilities.
Video: Save the date for Party on the Plaza Sept. 28
The Roaring 20’s theme is back and better than ever for Newman University’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Party on the Plaza.
Sacred Heart Hall revitalization task force announced
A new task force has been appointed to lead fundraising efforts to revitalize Newman University’s Sacred Heart Hall.
The Gerber Institute presents ‘Savoring the Faith’ fundraiser
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies will be holding the “Savoring the Faith” fundraiser from 7-9 pm Saturday, June 29, in the Newman University Dugan Gorges Conference Center.
Newman alumnus Samuel Hersh takes helm as senior development officer for athletics
Newman University recently hired Samuel Hersh as its new senior development officer for Athletics within the Institutional Advancement office.
Nursing students surprised with scholarships from veterans
Newman nursing students Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch received far more than just a glazed donut during Jet Friday on April 5.
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.
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.
Newman thanks donors during annual scholarship luncheon
Newman University hosted its scholarship luncheon to show appreciation to donors for their kindness in providing scholarships to students.
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.
Generosity abounds: Newman Giving Day surpasses donation goal
Community members rallied together to raise money during Newman University Giving Day February 28 and exceeded the goal of 200 donors.
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.
Podcast explores ASC Service Award Scholarship at Newman
In an episode of The Newman Bond, junior Nathan Huie shared how the ASC Service Award not only allows him to pursue his degree in business management but also encourages a lifelong commitment to service.
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.
A roaring success: Party on the Plaza 2023
The most glamorous bash of the year, Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s was held on Sept. 30, and $202,747 was raised for student financial aid!
Video: The secret is out…
We’re thrilled to transport you back to the dazzling days of the 1920’s as we announce our spectacular upcoming event: Party on the Plaza!
Monthly Masses offered for Newman alumni, donors and benefactors
Special Masses will be offered each month to pray for alumni and donors of Newman University.
‘A little party never killed nobody’: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Newman thanks sponsors of Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s
The countdown for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s fundraiser on Sept. 30 is officially on, and Newman University has several generous sponsors to thank. Scholarships equal opportunity for… Continue reading Newman thanks sponsors of Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s
Register for the 39th Annual Jet Open charity golf event
Registration for the 39th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open, a charity golf tournament which benefits the Newman University athletic department, is open.
Newman announces new theme for Party on the Plaza
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.
Video: Campus Ministry performs rap from ‘Parks and Recreation’
Members of Newman Campus Ministry recently performed a rap from a scene in the TV show, “Parks and Recreation.”
Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond
Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.
Donors meet scholarship recipients at Newman luncheon
The annual scholarship luncheon brought student recipients and donors face-to-face as they enjoyed an Italian buffet on March 27.
Heroic efforts lead to triumphant 2023 Giving Day
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.
Answer the call: ‘Be A Hero’ during Giving Day Feb. 28
For 24 hours on February 28, Newman University Jets and supporters from around the world will rally together to raise money and spread the word about Newman Giving Day.
Contests, events and excitement begins for February Heritage Month
The Newman University community is celebrating Heritage Month with a series of exciting events February 1 through March 4, 2023.
Video: Be A Hero
Giving Tuesday may have passed, but it isn’t too late to be a hero for a Newman University student.
Newman collecting donated Christmas cards, socks through Dec. 2
Newman University is collecting donated Christmas cards, socks, wrapping paper and tape through December 2.
Celebrating 5 years of education in the Bishop Gerber Science Center
On Nov. 17, Newman University donors, alumni, faculty, staff and current students gathered to celebrate the first five years of the state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center on campus during an open house event.