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Professor connects student Enzo Bonventre with full-time opportunity
Business professor Larry Straub connected ’21 graduate Enzo Bonventre to an internship-turned-full-time opportunity with Paul Gray Homes.
Students travel to lakeside cabins for Campus Ministry spiritual retreat
Twenty-one Newman students took advantage of Campus Ministry’s three-day spiritual retreat, Cor ad Cor.
Junior Mai Dao selected as initiative’s first student spotlight
Junior Mai-Nhanh Dao was nominated for the Student Spotlight as part of the 2022 “Tell Me Something Good” initiative.
Newman University announces 2021 fall graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who earned a degree at the close of the 2021 fall semester.
Newman 2021 fall Dean’s List announced
Newman University has released its 2021 fall Dean’s List.
2021 Newman summer graduates announced
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of summer 2021.
Carrocci Hall’s sense of community inspires campus
Ian Lecki, a senior business marketing major and baseball player, was nominated with his residents for their community-building efforts in Carrocci Hall for this month’s “Tell Me Something Good” initiative.
A year in review: 2021
The 2021 Newman year in review features a glance back on memories made, challenges overcome and individuals worth celebrating.
Fall nursing graduates celebrated with pinning ceremony
Twenty-one nursing graduates, their family members and close friends gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on Friday, December 10 at Newman University.
Newman to recognize students through ‘Tell Me Something Good’ initiative
Student Life is starting the monthly “Tell Me Something Good” initiative, which recognizes Newman students who are making a difference.
Students give back through T&T class service projects
First-year students of the semester-long Traditions and Transitions (T&T) classes donated their time, talent and treasure through three unique service opportunities.
Dugan Library stays open 105 hours during finals week
From 8 am Monday December 6 to 5 pm Friday December 10, the Dugan Library is open for business.
Newman Scholars Day sets students up for success
On Monday, Dec. 6, several students presented the culmination of their semester-long research studies during Scholars Day at Newman.
Spiritual Companions program is hit with Newman baseball team
With the first semester of the Spiritual Companions project coming to a close, the men’s baseball team expresses its thanks.
Newman gives thanks with counselor appreciation breakfast
Thirty-eight counselors from 25 different high schools attended the Newman admissions annual Counselor Appreciation Breakfast on Friday, Dec. 3.
Project HOPE showcases Newman’s research abilities
Newman University is serving as research partner to the City of Wichita for a program called “Project HOPE.”
Tyrell to lead Newman’s School of Nursing and Allied Health
Geraldine Tyrell has joined the Newman University faculty as dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health.
Online bookstore open for spring textbook orders
Start ordering your textbooks for the 2022 spring semester in the Newman University online bookstore today!
Staff member serves as life coach to Miss Wichita scholarship winners
Vanessa Rials will serve as the personal success and life coach to the three female winners of the Miss Wichita scholarship competition.
Senior Allison Williams prepares for prestigious doctoral program
Following graduation, senior Allison Williams will head to The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘The Mourning of New Maps’ for First Friday Dec. 3
Artist Micala Gingrich-Gaylord’s exhibit, “The Mourning of New Maps,” will be featured for First Friday from 5 to 8 pm December 3.
Alumna Sarah Balderas celebrates one year of law firm ownership
English alumna Sarah Balderas just celebrated year one of the Balderas Legal Group LLC, an immigration law firm located in Wichita.
NUPay: the new way to pay
As of December 2, there’s a brand new payment system through Flywire for Newman University Student Accounts called NUPay.
Food & fellowship: a student’s thoughts on the ASC Spaghetti Supper
Matthew Clark, a senior English and theater major, recounts his experience at a Spaghetti Supper event with the ASC sisters at Newman.
Newman recognizes retirement of three longtime professors
On November 14, staff, faculty and alumni celebrated the work of Dr. Larry Heck, Dr. Jane Weilert and Joan Melzer.
Newman Music Department to present Christmas Concert Dec. 5
The Chorale and Troubadours will raise their voices with joyful noise for a Christmas Concert 3 pm December 5 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Army Captain and alumnus logs nearly 2,000 miles in Middle East
Captain Matthew Ayers, a two-time Newman graduate of 2016 and 2018, completed nearly 2,000 miles in an Army camp.
Student Nathan Huie leads volunteer project at the 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.
Newman students lead clothing drive for The Women’s Network
Four Newman University students are teaming up to collect clothing items and hygiene products for The Women’s Network.
Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman
More than 140 people watched the live showing of “Once Was Lost,” a Father Kapaun documentary created by Travis Heying and Roy Wenzl.
Professor Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years at Newman
Audrey Hane celebrates 25 years as a professor of communication at Newman University, making an impact on countless students along the way.
First-year bowler Silas Limes off to impressive start
Silas Limes, a first-year student athlete at Newman University, has already built an impressive bowling resume.
Newman Chorale welcomes home veterans of Kansas Honor Flight
The Newman University Chorale recently sang two welcoming performances of “God Bless America” to veterans as they returned to Wichita from the Kansas Honor Flight.
Making candles, music and art
Alumnus Jim Macias ’81, shares about the hobbies he’s racked up during retirement, including candle making, music and art.
A little wine, reading and writing
Alumnus James R. Macias ’81, shares about his wine connoisseur adventures, reading and writing in the world of retirement.
Into the Great Wide Open – Navigating Retirement Without a Compass
In this contributing article, Newman alumnus James R. Macias ’81, shares the challenges and hopes for navigating the world of retirement.
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.
Student Daniel Knolla earns early admission to medical school
Daniel Knolla — a senior biochemistry major and member of the Sloppy Joes — was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine (KU).
Alumnus Jordan Barney steps into medical residency
2014 alumnus Jordan Barney majored in biology, finished medical school at the KU School of Medicine and is now entering into medical residency.