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Affirmations of the University – Vantage student newspaper staff garner 22 Kansas Collegiate Media awards

Staff members of The Vantage, the weekly student newspaper of Newman University, received a school record 22 individual awards at the Kansas Collegiate Media Spring Conference in Wichita April 13… Continue reading Affirmations of the University – Vantage student newspaper staff garner 22 Kansas Collegiate Media awards

Final Friday April 25 at Steckline Gallery features mechanical sculpture by Brady Hatter

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “He laced his boots with earthworms in snake suits” by Brady Hatter as the eighth show of its 2013-14 season. The exhibit of… Continue reading Final Friday April 25 at Steckline Gallery features mechanical sculpture by Brady Hatter

Affirmations of the University – Newman sophomore Chase Blasi receives national civic award

Newman University sophomore student Chase Blasi has been selected to receive a national civic involvement award sponsored by Campus Compact. The award honors student leaders committed to creating lasting change… Continue reading Affirmations of the University – Newman sophomore Chase Blasi receives national civic award

Newman University to offer full schedule of summer Continuing Education workshops

Newman University will offer over 30 Continuing Education workshops this summer for educators needing CE credits for re-licensure and those who simply have a desire for ongoing learning. The courses… Continue reading Newman University to offer full schedule of summer Continuing Education workshops

Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant graduates achieve 100% licensure pass rate for 2013 calendar year

Graduates of the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant program achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy for the 2013 calendar year. Fifteen… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant graduates achieve 100% licensure pass rate for 2013 calendar year

Newman University art professor’s work selected for 45th Annual Smoky Hill Art Competition

Newman University Assistant Professor of Art and Graphic Design Pamela Pancake, M.F.A. has had two of her works selected for the Hays Arts Council 45th Annual Smoky Hill Arts Exhibition.… Continue reading Newman University art professor’s work selected for 45th Annual Smoky Hill Art Competition

Newman University to host Fr. Bryan Massingale for April 7 Bishop Gerber Lecture

What do we do when forgiveness needed and desired is not between individuals but races and communities, between black, white, brown, red, and yellow? How do we overcome legacies of… Continue reading Newman University to host Fr. Bryan Massingale for April 7 Bishop Gerber Lecture

Newman University to host College Women’s Conference April 12

Nationally known speaker and founder of Made in His Image Maura Byrne will be the featured speaker at the College Women’s Conference to be held from 10 a.m. to 3… Continue reading Newman University to host College Women’s Conference April 12

Newman University presents 15th Annual Literary Festival April 3-5

Newman University will present the 15th Annual Literary Festival April 3, 4 and 5 at various locations on the Newman campus. The theme for this year’s event is “Zombiefest.”

Members of the Kansas Legislature praise, pass resolutions commemorating Newman University 80th Anniversary

It isn’t often that members of the Kansas Legislature take time to sing the praises of a private institution of higher education. But that’s just what happened March 13, when… Continue reading Members of the Kansas Legislature praise, pass resolutions commemorating Newman University 80th Anniversary

Final Friday March 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Under the Layers’ by Jennifer McBratney and Erin Raux

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Under the Layers” by Jennifer McBratney and Erin Raux as the seventh show of its 2013-2014 season.

Newman University names J.V. Johnston Vice President for University Advancement

Newman University has named J.V. Johnston, president of Johnston’s in Wichita, as its next Vice President for University Advancement. Johnston fills the vacancy created when Troy Horine resigned in February.

Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic

Newman University students and alumni volunteered to help uninsured children receive free dental care at “Give Kids a Smile Day,” a cooperative effort between the Wichita-Sedgwick County Oral Health Coalition… Continue reading Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic

Newman University hosts Career Fair April 1

Newman University will host a Spring 2014 Career Fair from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus. The event is available… Continue reading Newman University hosts Career Fair April 1

April 1 ‘Mission Talk’ – A Renaissance Man in the Diocese of Wichita

In its 126 years of existence, the Diocese of Wichita has witnessed more than one individual who can rightly be called a Renaissance Man or Woman. Yet there is no… Continue reading April 1 ‘Mission Talk’ – A Renaissance Man in the Diocese of Wichita

Newman University spring enrollment sets another record

The official federal enrollment report for the Spring 2014 semester shows a solid performance for Newman University, with enrollment growth driven by a new program launched in January. Spring enrollment… Continue reading Newman University spring enrollment sets another record

Newman University student Kristin Martin receives Best-Paper Award for study of eugenics in Kansas

Newman University student Kristin Martin has been awarded the Student Best-Paper Award from the Missouri Valley History Conference at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Martin, a senior, will present her paper… Continue reading Newman University student Kristin Martin receives Best-Paper Award for study of eugenics in Kansas

Newman University receives generous gift from Adorers of the Blood of Christ

Newman University officials announced that the university has received a $2.5 million gift from the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), the founding and sponsoring order of the university.… Continue reading Newman University receives generous gift from Adorers of the Blood of Christ

Newman University Professor Bryan Dietrich co-edits comic book superhero poetry anthology Drawn to Marvel

Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. is co-editor of the poetry anthology Drawn To Marvel: Poetry From the Comic Books, which will be released March 1 at the… Continue reading Newman University Professor Bryan Dietrich co-edits comic book superhero poetry anthology Drawn to Marvel

Newman University School of Education recommended for reaccreditation

The Newman University School of Education has been recommended for reaccreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), following a rigorous review process that included two and… Continue reading Newman University School of Education recommended for reaccreditation

Final Friday Feb. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Subjects Removed’ by Johnny Sutton

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Subjects Removed” by Johnny Sutton as the sixth show of its 2013-2014 season. The exhibit of photography, which begins with a Final Friday… Continue reading Final Friday Feb. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Subjects Removed’ by Johnny Sutton

Newman University art students team with Inter-Faith Ministries for Final Friday Feb. 28

A photography project by graphic design students at Newman University will be featured at the Final Friday exhibition from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Inter-Faith Ministries C.A.F.E.… Continue reading Newman University art students team with Inter-Faith Ministries for Final Friday Feb. 28

Newman University upgrades Interactive Television Network to benefit students

In the day of MOOCs and online courses, Newman University believes it’s important to not forget about another kind of delivery; a combination of live instruction with a technological twist.… Continue reading Newman University upgrades Interactive Television Network to benefit students

Newman University welcomes Vice President for Enrollment Management Mark Barrett

Mark G. Barrett has been named vice president for Enrollment Management at Newman University, effective Feb. 18, 2014.

Newman University Theatre Department presents ‘Iphigenia’

***Update — The Theatre Department is pleased to announce that the final performance of “Iphigenia,” which was supposed to have occurred Monday at 2:00, has been rescheduled for tomorrow evening… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents ‘Iphigenia’

Feb. 11 Mission Talk at Newman University explores link between Catholic Rural Life and Newman’s first president

Newman University continues to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its founding with the third in a series of four Mission Talks regarding the first president of the university, Rev. Leon… Continue reading Feb. 11 Mission Talk at Newman University explores link between Catholic Rural Life and Newman’s first president

Newman University hosts Transfer Information Night Feb. 18

Newman University will host a Transfer Information Night on Tuesday, Feb. 18 on the university campus. This event is for students from other colleges who want to learn more about… Continue reading Newman University hosts Transfer Information Night Feb. 18

Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant program receives 10-year reaccreditation

The Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant program has been awarded a coveted 10-year reaccreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).

Newman University theatre student advances to national playwriting competition

Newman University theatre student C.L. Smet received a green light to advance to a national competition from judges at the Region V conference of the Kennedy Center American College Theater… Continue reading Newman University theatre student advances to national playwriting competition

The Newman University Theatre Department is preparing to stage the third annual 24-hour Theatre Project. The activity will begin Friday, Jan. 31 and finish with performances of original productions at… Continue reading Newman University to stage 24-Hour Theatre Jan. 31 – Feb. 1

Newman University honors nursing degree candidates

Newman University recognized 20 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 13 on the Newman campus.

Affirmations: Four Newman alums receive KU School of Medicine-Wichita family medicine scholarships

Four alumni from the Newman University Class of 2010 were among eight fourth-year medical students at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita to receive scholarships to continue their studies in… Continue reading Affirmations: Four Newman alums receive KU School of Medicine-Wichita family medicine scholarships

Wichita high school students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Nineteen Wichita area high school students got a taste of college life – and two hours of college credit – by successfully completing the 2013 Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program.… Continue reading Wichita high school students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Newman University students demonstrate academic prowess at Dec. 9 ‘Scholars Day’

On Dec. 9, 70 junior and senior students will show the world what they’ve learned during their time at Newman University. The students will be participants of the first “Scholars… Continue reading Newman University students demonstrate academic prowess at Dec. 9 ‘Scholars Day’

Music Department presents Christmas choral concert Dec. 8

The Newman University Music Department will present “Winter’s Song,” its annual Christmas choral concert, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Music Department presents Christmas choral concert Dec. 8

Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships

Newman University nursing students Tabitha Attreau and Jared Hunsaker each received a $500 scholarship to continue their studies from Forty & Eight, an independent military veterans charitable organization. Attreau, an… Continue reading Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships