Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd noticed something during his normal rounds in the spring of 2016 as students were moving out of the residence halls — the trash bins… Continue reading Newman collection drive helps the homeless
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Annual Silent Auction raises money for Starkey
On Friday, April 21, the Newman University Staff Assembly hosted the 2017 Silent Auction. Proceeds from the auction were shared between the Newman University Helping Hands Fund and Starkey — a local,… Continue reading Annual Silent Auction raises money for Starkey
Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Newman alumna Christy Foos felt it was time to open a counseling center of her own after she saw a need for mental health therapists in South Central Kansas. The… Continue reading Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Annual Silent Auction to be held Friday, April 21 will benefit Starkey
The Staff Assembly of Newman University is happy to announce the 17th annual Silent Auction, to be held on Friday, April 21, 2017. The auction will take place in Mabee… Continue reading Annual Silent Auction to be held Friday, April 21 will benefit Starkey
Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Every year, Newman University recognizes Joyful Jet Day, a day in which students celebrate the kindness of donors who give their support to the university. Tuition only covers about 90 percent of… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Almost 130 Newman University scholarship donors, student scholarship recipients and guests gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus Monday, April 3 for the 2017 Scholarship Luncheon. The… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
On Monday April 3, Newman Jets are cleared for takeoff for the 2017 Joyful Jet Day. Joyful Jet Day celebrates donors — alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of the university — who generously… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
Spring 2017 ‘Phone-a-Thon’ is opportunity for donors to support students and university
The Phone-a-Thon has been a staple at Newman University for decades. For the spring Phone-a-Thon, 10 students — plus one student captain — will spend three hours per night, starting… Continue reading Spring 2017 ‘Phone-a-Thon’ is opportunity for donors to support students and university
Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Newman University attended the KICA Student Day at the Kansas State Capitol on Feb. 13, 2017. The event is sponsored by the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). It is an opportunity for independent colleges all… Continue reading Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip
Adding a retreat component to an annual winter service trip was something new for Campus Ministry at Newman University. Newman Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Father John Fogliasso and Campus Ministry… Continue reading Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip
Newman University meets $1 million Mabee Foundation ‘challenge’ grant for new science center
(Above: Newman Vice President for University Advancement J.V. Johnston announces to a crowd gathered in the Eck Hall lobby that the university has secured the grant and exceeded campaign goals.) Newman… Continue reading Newman University meets $1 million Mabee Foundation ‘challenge’ grant for new science center
Newman University celebrates successful Facing Forward campaign with ‘Topping-Off’ ceremony
A large crowd consisting of the Newman University community along with local news media gathered inside Eck Hall Jan. 9, 2017 as Vice President for University Advancement J.V. Johnston took… Continue reading Newman University celebrates successful Facing Forward campaign with ‘Topping-Off’ ceremony
Help fight cancer alongside the Newman ‘Love Your Melon Campus Crew’
There are countless ways to join the fight against cancer — and students on the Newman University campus are showing the community how easy it is to help by forming the Newman… Continue reading Help fight cancer alongside the Newman ‘Love Your Melon Campus Crew’
Traditions and Transitions class continue strong partnership with local organization
Newman University is unique in many ways — the Traditions and Transitions (T & T) class is something that helps Newman stand out from the rest of the pack. This… Continue reading Traditions and Transitions class continue strong partnership with local organization
Life after a PTSD diagnosis: A Newman student’s journey
Moving your life forward after being diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a treacherous journey. One Newman University student is taking that journey day by day. James Stewart is… Continue reading Life after a PTSD diagnosis: A Newman student’s journey
Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Traditions and Transitions (T & T) is a required introductory class at Newman University that helps incoming students transition into college life. As part of the class, students partake in a… Continue reading Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
National Vocation Awareness Week is Nov. 6 – 12. According to the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops.org, the week “is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the… Continue reading National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Academic Student Support Services and ASC Community Leader Scholars teamed up for a special project to benefit our military members by writing letters and notes of encouragement to veterans. Students had… Continue reading ‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
The Newman University Advancement Department organized the annual Beata Benefactors Banquet to thank and honor those who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The event took place on Saturday,… Continue reading Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
After hours spent collecting, driving, sorting, labeling and making phone calls, senior Bailey McGuffey and her team of volunteers distributed Halloween costumes to underprivileged children at the Lord’s Diner as… Continue reading Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
Eck family and auto dealerships pledge $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced that the university has received a $100,000 pledge from Les and Pam Eck and the four auto dealerships owned by the Ecks in support of the… Continue reading Eck family and auto dealerships pledge $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced today that The Riverside Health Foundation of Wichita has awarded a grant of $100,000 to Newman University in support of new and renovated healthcare and science… Continue reading Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
The Newman campus was full of eager runners and walkers at the 2nd Annual Halloween 5K Walk/Run on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 26. The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee… Continue reading Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program was launched in October to recognize and celebrate community members for making a positive difference. Each month, individuals who do not seek recognition but… Continue reading Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
The University Advancement Department at Newman University is looking for students to work at the upcoming Annual Giving phone-a-thon. Unlike previous phone-a-thons, students will be paid for their work calling Newman… Continue reading Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Stacy Jones, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, leads a T&T class for freshman students, and every year each T&T class does a service project of their choosing. Four years ago,… Continue reading T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Westar Energy donates $15K to Facing Forward campaign
Representatives of Westar Energy visited Newman University Sept. 29 to present a gift of $15,000 to help support nursing and science education facilities at Newman through the Facing Forward campaign.… Continue reading Westar Energy donates $15K to Facing Forward campaign
Down Syndrome Buddy Walk is an opportunity for community to unite
The Down Syndrome Society of Wichita (DSSW) will be holding its 13th annual Buddy Walk Oct. 8, at Wichita State University Cessna Stadium, located on 21st Street and Hillside. How it… Continue reading Down Syndrome Buddy Walk is an opportunity for community to unite
President’s Community Service Honor Roll again recognizes Newman University
Newman University is again being honored for its service to others by being named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for 2015. This marks the sixth time… Continue reading President’s Community Service Honor Roll again recognizes Newman University
What goes into creating Party on the Plaza?
Party on the Plaza is a major fundraising event for Newman University. The event itself only lasts a few hours one day of the year, but the planning that goes… Continue reading What goes into creating Party on the Plaza?
Another successful year for Party on the Plaza
The results are in! Party on the Plaza 2016 raised more than $140,000 for student scholarships at Newman University. More than 460 attendees came to the university’s biggest fundraiser in… Continue reading Another successful year for Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza 2016 puts the “fest” in “Ocktoberfest”
Fugate Gymnasium was filled with approximately 450 people as the 2016 Party on the Plaza festivities commenced, as popular event moved indoors due to rainy weather. Since 2010, Newman University has… Continue reading Party on the Plaza 2016 puts the “fest” in “Ocktoberfest”
Senior Bailey McGuffey plans Halloween costume drive for capstone project
Senior Bailey McGuffey is reaching out to the community for help with her capstone project. McGuffey will be holding a Halloween costume drive, which involves collecting new and gently used… Continue reading Senior Bailey McGuffey plans Halloween costume drive for capstone project
Party on the Plaza tickets are a hot commodity
The halls at Newman University are filling with anticipation for the university’s signature fundraiser. The Party on the Plaza is almost upon us. Have you purchased your tickets yet?
Berry Foundation makes $100K gift to Newman University for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
Newman University has received a $100,000 gift from The Berry Foundation of Wichita. The gift was made to support the renovation and upgrading of existing nursing educational facilities and the… Continue reading Berry Foundation makes $100K gift to Newman University for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Every year the Newman University Traditions and Transitions class perform a service project in order to give back to the Wichita community. Traditions and Transitions – on campus known as T&T -is… Continue reading Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
The 32nd Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction took place on Sunday and Monday, Aug. 7, 8, respectively. Sunday night’s Kickoff Party and auction were as… Continue reading Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
As part of the renovations and upgrades in Eck Hall, Newman is getting all new hospital beds and bedside tables for the nursing lab area. This meant that the old beds and… Continue reading Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
Legacy Bank gifts $100K to Newman for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
Newman University has received a $100,000 gift from Legacy Bank of Colwich, Sedgwick and Wichita to support the renovation and upgrading of existing nursing educational facilities and the building of… Continue reading Legacy Bank gifts $100K to Newman for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships
Newman University will host the 32nd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament Aug. 7 and 8. The golf tournament is designed to raise funds for the Athletic… Continue reading 2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships