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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

The life of Newman bowler Dakota Lennen

Dakota Lennen, photo courtesy of Richard Rico
Newman University bowler Dakota Lennen (photo courtesy of Richard Rico)

“Slow your roll” is a common expression many college athletes may hear, but for women’s bowler Dakota Lennen, nothing will slow her down.

Published November 30, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Student Life

Week 2: Advent season reflection series

Newman University invites you and your family to spiritually reflect on the second week of the Advent season.

Published November 29, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life, Theology

Newman Athletics announces Hall of Fame Class of 2023

Newman University Athletics is proud to announce the 2023 Hall of Fame Class.

Published November 29, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Athletics, News, Staff & Faculty

Newman student has 10-year connection with ASC sisters

Alpha Magafu

This marks junior Alpha Magafu’s tenth year of education from the ASC sisters — first in high school in Tanzania, and now at Newman University in Wichita, Kansas.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Senior Desaray Cruz thanks teachers through capstone project

Deseray Cruz

Deseray Cruz, a soon-to-be first-generation college graduate majoring in elementary education, recently gave back to teachers at Freeman Elementary School for her ASC capstone project. 

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Education, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Couple meets pope on honeymoon, finds joy in their theology careers

Deanna and Michael Johnston meet the Holy Father, Pope Francis
Deanna and Michael Johnston meet the Holy Father, Pope Francis (courtesy photo)

Not many people can say they met the Pope on their honeymoon. But Newman University alums Deanna (Jones) and Michael Johnston can.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, News, Religion & Philosophy, Theology

Newman chorale and troubadours present Christmas concert Dec. 4

Christmas Concert at Newman University

In the spirit of the holiday season, the DeMattias Performance Hall will be filled with joyous songs during the music department’s concert, “Christmas Joy” at 3 pm on December 4.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Student Life

Alumni invited to Christmas cookies and crafts event

Christmas Cookies

Join the Newman University Alumni Office for a family-friendly Christmas Cookies and Crafts event Sunday, December 4.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Alumni, Events, News

Week 1: Advent season reflection series

From the Newman University campus and the reflective hearts of generous persons, you are invited to journey with the greater Newman family in preparing for Christmas.

Published November 28, 2022
Categorized as Alumni, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, 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

High schoolers experience inside look at Newman with ‘Difference Makers’

Difference Makers & Keepers Scholarships at Newman University

One of the perks of being a small, private university in the heart of Kansas is that high schoolers can receive a highly personalized tour and look into life at Newman through “Difference Makers” visits.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Michael Reed uses interdisciplinary studies degree to pursue law school dreams

Michael Reed, Newman University alumnus

Newman alumnus Michael Reed ’18, ’19 never thought he’d go to law school, but now he’s three years in at the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Newman welcomes new director of institutional assessment and research

Valerie Hennings at Newman University

Valerie Hennings has a unique political science background that will lend to her work as Newman University’s new director of institutional assessment and research.

Published November 17, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Staff & Faculty

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

First-generation student Breanna Brown pursues degree in social work

Breanna Brown, Newman University student

Led by her passion for helping others, junior and first-generation college student Breanna Brown is studying social work at Newman University. Brown is from Leavenworth, Kansas, where she attended Leavenworth… Continue reading First-generation student Breanna Brown pursues degree in social work

Published November 16, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Social Work, Student Life

Newman professor wins ‘Judge’s Choice’ for family recipe at Wichita Asian Festival

Newman University professor Huachuan Wen shares his bao buns with the Asian Student Association.

Huachuan Wen, associate professor of education at Newman, was surprised by members of the Asian Student Association last week with a “Judge’s Choice” plaque for his family’s winning recipe.

Published November 15, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Newman celebrates the life of Austin Madubuike

Students, faculty and staff gather to honor the life of Austin Madubuike at Newman University.

On November 3, Newman University community members came together to celebrate the life of 21-year-old Austin Madubuike. 

Published November 15, 2022
Categorized as Events, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Master of Social Work graduate achieves great things

Jennifer Horn, Newman University Master of Social Work alumna

When it comes to what Jennifer Horn is most enthusiastic about as a social worker, she answers without hesitation.

Published November 14, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Newman 360Five video: Hands-on makeup tutorial

Newman University 360Five

In this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, sophomore Emily Pachta shares her makeup routine with a helping hand — or two — from Daniel Cubias-Arteaga.

Published November 11, 2022
Categorized as 360five, News, Student Life

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

Ashley Howard ’10 is busy planning events, focusing on family and living in the moment

Ashley Howard

Newman University checked all the boxes for alumna Ashley (Myers) Howard ‘10.

Published November 10, 2022
Categorized as Alumni, News

Newman receives $2.2 million grant to support student success

Newman University Navigator

Newman University was recently awarded more than $2 million in the form of a Title III grant from the United States Department of Education to implement the university’s student support and success program.

Published November 10, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman senior Alexis Smith crowned Miss Wichita

Alexis Smith - Miss Wichita

Not only is Alexis Smith a senior at Newman University, she’s also Miss Wichita 2023.

Published November 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Video: Native American Heritage Month with Kaelyn Johnson

Kaelyn Johnson, Newman University student

Watch the video as Kaelyn Johnson shares her Native American heritage and family traditions, favorite foods, the vibrancy of the culture, and what it means to be a student at Newman.

Published November 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Arts & Humanities, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Newman students conduct research at the Museum of World Treasures

Newman University students conduct research at the Museum of World Treasures in Wichita.

Students at Newman University get the benefit of many hands-on learning opportunities, and recently, they conducted original research on ancient Egypt at the Museum of World Treasures in Wichita.

Published November 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman 360Five video: ‘Jet Broadcast! Our Hero’

Newman 360Five

In the latest Newman 360Five video, students experience life with the Jet Broadcast, a time-saving email that reduces inbox pollution for students, faculty and staff at Newman University. The Jet… Continue reading Newman 360Five video: ‘Jet Broadcast! Our Hero’

Published November 7, 2022
Categorized as 360five, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Senior capstone project benefits mothers through A Better Choice

(From left to right) Deseray Cruz, Cassidy Garretson, Julia Sanders, Isabel Porres and Kaylee McNeill. (Courtesy photo)
(From left to right) Deseray Cruz, Cassidy Garretson, Julia Sanders, Isabel Porres and Kaylee McNeill. (Courtesy photo)

Senior Cassidy Garretson, majoring in biology with a concentration in pre-physical therapy and a minor in sports medicine recently helped new mothers by giving them baskets filled with gifts.

Published November 3, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Faith, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

MCLO to host international luncheon Nov. 11

Students serve guests a buffet-style assortment of delicious, culturally diverse foods.

Multicultural Leadership Organization hosts its International Luncheon 11 am to 1 pm Friday, November 11 in the Tarcisia Roths Alumni Center in Dugan.

Published November 2, 2022
Categorized as Events, News, Service, Student Life

Steckline Gallery presents ‘Biota of Wichita: A Study’ for First Friday Nov. 4

"Biota of Wichita: A Study" by Emily Ritter

Steckline Gallery will welcome artist Emily Ritter to campus for her exhibition, “Biota of Wichita: A Study,” during a First Friday exhibition from 4:30-8 pm, November 4.

Published November 1, 2022
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman teaching alumni earn high praise in their districts

Ismael Carrillo

Four education graduates of Newman University were recently recognized by their school districts: Ismael Carrillo, Patricia Lujan, Taylor Altendorf and Molly Brown.

Published November 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education, News

Newman pharmacy students soar into the real world

Sarra Gutknecht

Newman University’s pre-pharmacy program is designed to help students build a foundation for future success in the world of pharmacy, and these two members of the Newman community exemplify just that.

Published November 1, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Science & Health

First-year Hawaiian student finds second home at Newman

First-year student Noah Akiona and family

First-year student and bowler majoring in business, Noah Akiona is a long way from home. Akiona hails from Hawaii in a town called Waimānalo on the east side of the… Continue reading First-year Hawaiian student finds second home at Newman

Published October 28, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Athletics, News, Student Life

Recycling re-instated at Newman University

A tree with leaves shaped like the recycle symbol

Recycling on the Newman University campus is back thanks to Newman’s Circle K International club and the Laudato Si Committee.

Published October 27, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Service, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman Europe by Rails trip returns after COVID hiatus

Europe by Rails

This summer, Newman University students have the opportunity to travel to Europe via a class called, “Europe by Rails.”

Published October 27, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

Newman University annual economic impact estimated to be $68 million

Newman University has $68 Million Economic Impact in Kansas

Newman University, in conjunction with the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA), released the results of a study that estimates the impact of Newman University on the Kansas economy. 

Published October 26, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, News Releases

Newman receives grant from National Endowment for the Humanities

Newman University recently received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities
Newman University recently received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (Courtesy image)

Newman University was recently awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities for a project titled, “Emphasis in Technology and Human Values (ETHV).”

Published October 26, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Staff & Faculty, 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

International student overcomes adversity, pursues dream at Newman

First-year Newman University student Elginique Dames (courtesy photo)

First-year student Elginique Dames is using personal experiences and challenges to fuel her passion for the medical field.

Published October 20, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Student Life

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