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Giving

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

Answer the call: ‘Be A Hero’ during Giving Day Feb. 28

Newman 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.

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

Contests, events and excitement begins for February Heritage Month

Newman University Heritage Month

The Newman University community is celebrating Heritage Month with a series of exciting events February 1 through March 4, 2023.

Published January 25, 2023
Categorized as Academics, Athletics, Events, Giving, Heritage Month, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Video: Be A Hero

Be A Hero

Giving Tuesday may have passed, but it isn’t too late to be a hero for a Newman University student.

Published December 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Events, Giving, News, Student Life

Newman collecting donated Christmas cards, socks through Dec. 2

Scholarship and Service

Newman University is collecting donated Christmas cards, socks, wrapping paper and tape through December 2.

Published November 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Celebrating 5 years of education in the Bishop Gerber Science Center

Bishop Gerber Science Center open house

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.

Published November 18, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman partners with United Way of the Plains

United Way of the Plains

Newman University is partnering with United Way of the Plains to transform society for the better, one donation at a time.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty

Online auction now open for Newman Student-Athlete Advisory Committee

Newman University gymnasium

The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is excited to open its second annual auction to the public.

Published November 10, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, Giving, News, Student Life

Newman CKI hosts campus-wide clothing drive through Nov. 18

Circle K International clothing drive at Newman University

Circle K International (CKI) is accepting new and gently used clothing items now through November 18 to support ShowerUp Wichita.

Published October 20, 2022
Categorized as Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Social work students contribute nearly 42,000 hours of internship service

Graduation cap reads "for my family" at Newman University commencement, 2022

During the 2021-22 school year, students in both Newman University’s Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work programs reported 41,538 hours of service, valued at nearly $1.2 million, during their field practicum placements.

Published October 12, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Giving, News, Social Work, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Students express what Party on the Plaza means to them

Eliana Gaytan (back row, left) and her family.
Eliana Gaytan (back row, left) and her family.

Many Newman students benefit from funds raised at Party on the Plaza, which directly contribute to student financial aid.

Published August 31, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Service, Student Life

10 reasons why you should attend Party on the Plaza

10 reasons to attend Party on the Plaza

Aside from the fun, here are 10 reasons (plus a bonus) why you should attend Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance on September 17, 2022. 

Published August 31, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman alumni share fond memories of Party on the Plaza

Party on the Plaza alumni

Party on the Plaza is the Newman University event of the year — and many Newman alumni share fond memories from it.

Published August 31, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

First-generation alumnus pays it forward through Party on the Plaza

Newman alumnus David ('01, '11) and Glenna Borho

For two-time alumnus David Borho (’01, ’11) and his wife, Glenna, Newman University’s Party on the Plaza is the ultimate opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of students.

Published August 24, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Theology

A final Return to the Renaissance: What to expect at 2022 Party on the Plaza

Newman University Party on the Plaza

Wichita’s Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance kicks off Saturday, September 17 on the Newman University campus.

Published August 23, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman Athletics gears up for 38th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open

Newman Athletics will host the 38th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open golf tournament Monday, August 1 at the Rolling Hills Country Club.

Published June 30, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, Events, Giving

Catholic educator Mary Carter earns St. Maria De Mattias Award

Mary Carter, Newman University alumna, delivers her acceptance speech for the St. Maria De Mattias Distinguished Alumni Award.
Mary Carter, Newman University alumna, delivers her acceptance speech for the St. Maria De Mattias Distinguished Alumni Award.

In recognition of her education career and commitment to faith, Newman alumna Mary Carter received the 2022 St. Maria De Mattias Award.

Published May 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education, Faith, Giving

ASC scholar Madisyn Bucl gives back to the community

Madisyn Bucl with blessing bags for Kidzcope

Senior Madisyn Bucl describes herself as a quiet person who keeps to herself, but she also loves to give and serve those in need. 

Published April 26, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Giving, News, Service, Student Life

St. Newman makes an appearance on campus

Fr. Adam as St. Newman

A lookalike of the namesake of Newman University, St. John Henry Newman, was recently spotted on campus Thursday, April 14. 

Published April 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Faith, Giving, Staff & Faculty

Alumni Awards and Beata Benefactors Banquet celebrate Newman honorees

Alumni Awards and Beata Benefactors Banquet

Tuesday, April 19 marked a special evening of celebration for honorees of both the 2022 Newman Alumni Awards and the Beata Benefactors Banquet (BBB).

Published April 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Giving, News

Highlight reel from 2022 Heritage Month

Student celebrate the Newman homecoming games by packing the bleachers of the Fugate Gym.

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

Published March 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Events, Giving, Heritage Month, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day

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.

Published March 2, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Athletics, Education, Events, Giving, Heritage Month, News, Religion & Philosophy, Science & Health, Social Work, Staff & Faculty, Student Life, Theology

Photographer Richard Rico kindly captures Newman Athletics

Richard Rico

Richard Rico is using his passion for photography to capture the action of the Newman Athletics teams out of the kindness of his heart.

Published February 9, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, Faith, Giving, News, Student Life

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.

Published February 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Athletics, Events, Giving, Heritage Month, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman Disc Golf helps collect 4,000 diapers to those in need

Newman Disc Golf Club

In partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City, the Newman Disc Golf Club collected 4,000 diapers for pregnancy shelters in Kansas.

Published February 2, 2022
Categorized as Giving, News, Student Life

Senior development officer eager to connect with alumni and community

Conni Mansaw

Conni Mansaw, a Wichita native and Newman University alumna, recently joined the Newman team as senior development officer.

Published January 25, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty

Pearce gives back to the university that gave him breadth of experience

(From left to right) Marie and Bob Pearce

Robert (Bob) Pearce never set out to have a career in higher education, but the advice from a professor led him to discover his calling.

Published January 20, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Faith, Giving, News, Staff & Faculty

Student Nathan Huie leads volunteer project at the Lord’s Diner

Lord's Diner

In line with Newman University’s commitment to service, sophomore Nathan Huie recently led two group volunteer opportunities at the Lord’s Diner.

Published November 17, 2021
Categorized as Giving, News, Service, Student Life

Newman students lead clothing drive for The Women’s Network

(From left to right) Skylar Jorgenson, Lizbeth Romero-Lopez, Aliyah Reeves, and Sadie Steiner
(From left to right) Skylar Jorgenson, Lizbeth Romero-Lopez, Aliyah Reeves, and Sadie Steiner

Four Newman University students are teaming up to collect clothing items and hygiene products for The Women’s Network.

Published November 17, 2021
Categorized as Giving, News, Service, Student Life

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.

Published November 10, 2021
Categorized as Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty

Behind-the-scenes: Planning 2021 Party on the Plaza

Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser is a community-wide effort from start to finish. Learn more about what goes into POP!

Published September 8, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Party on the Plaza: A video message from Lady Laura

Lady Laura Hartley

With the 2021 Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance only days away, we hope you enjoy a special video message from Laura Hartley, director of alumni and campus events.

Published September 7, 2021
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Events, Giving, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Bob Beumer joins Newman as vice president of institutional advancement

With more than 25 years of experience in higher education, Bob Beumer, Newman University’s new vice president of institutional advancement, brings a wealth of knowledge to the university.

Published June 9, 2021
Categorized as Giving, News, Staff & Faculty

Giving Day celebrations will last all day Feb 25

The Newman University Campus will be buzzing during its second annual Giving Day. Director of Alumni and Campus Events Laura Hartley and the Giving Day committee have spent hours planning… Continue reading Giving Day celebrations will last all day Feb 25

Published February 18, 2021
Categorized as Giving

Newman professor gives back through community classes

Wendy Sahatjian

Wendy Sahatjian, associate professor of marketing and management for Newman University’s School of Business, is giving back to the community through business entrepreneurship classes. Sahatjian teaches the class “Balanced” for… Continue reading Newman professor gives back through community classes

Published February 17, 2021
Categorized as Business, Giving

Newman University Giving Day to be held Feb. 25

Newman University will hold its second annual Giving Day on Thursday, Feb. 25. The day was created to bring the Newman community together at one time to support a program… Continue reading Newman University Giving Day to be held Feb. 25

Published February 11, 2021
Categorized as Alumni, Events, Giving

Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni

Dugan Circle Drive

Newman University Advancement will host a Drive-Thru Christmas for its donors and alumni from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, in front of Dugan Library. Laura Hartley, director of alumni… Continue reading Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni

Published December 3, 2020
Categorized as Alumni, Giving

Newman joins global generosity movement

Giving Tuesday, a feel-good movement that started in 2012, is a day for people and organizations to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity. It particularly fits Newman’s mission, as the Giving… Continue reading Newman joins global generosity movement

Published November 18, 2020
Categorized as Alumni, Giving

Donors help student realize dream of higher education

Taty gary

TaTy’Terria “TaTy” Gary is more than thankful for her Newman University education and the donors who have made her educational journey possible. Attending college had been a dream for Gary… Continue reading Donors help student realize dream of higher education

Published August 3, 2020
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Giving, Science & Health

MCLO raises hundreds for WHO’s Solidarity Response Fund

covid bingo

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Wichita along with the rest of the world, the Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) knew they had to do something to help. MCLO got creative in… Continue reading MCLO raises hundreds for WHO’s Solidarity Response Fund

Published June 25, 2020
Categorized as Events, Giving

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