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Newman professor Brittany Stahnke publishes book ‘The Doubting Disease’

The Doubting Disease book by Dr. Brittany Stahnke, assistant professor of social work at Newman University Colorado Springs

Brittany Stahnke, Newman professor of social work, is adding to the conversation about OCD with her published book, “The Doubting Disease.”

Published July 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Education, News, Social Work, Staff & Faculty Tagged Brittany stahnke, newman, Newman University, OCD, Social Work, The Doubting Disease

Matthew Clark writes 100th article for Newman Today

Matthew Clark, Newman University graduate of 2022

Matthew Clark ’22 wrote his 100th article as a student worker just days before graduation, the culmination of his days at Newman University.

Published July 20, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, News

Newman senior and alumna grow through pageantry

Two Newman University students, Michelle Tong and Gabby Altenor, are involved in pageants in Wichita, Kansas.
Two Newman University students, Michelle Tong and Gabby Altenor, are involved in pageants in Wichita, Kansas.

Two Newman University standouts, Michelle Tong and Gabby Altenor ’21, are making a name for themselves in the world of pageantry.

Published July 18, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Service, Student Life

Taking the criminal justice path: Makaylah (Perkins) Delgado serves as sheriff’s deputy

Sheriff's Deputy Makaylah (Perkins) Delgado, 2018 Newman University alumna

Makaylah (Perkins) Delgado ‘18 is putting her criminal justice and psychology degrees to use as a sheriff’s deputy for Sedgwick County.

Published July 14, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Staff & Faculty

Video: Get to know Miss Kansas Ayanna Hensley

2022 Miss Kansas Ayanna Hensley films a video interview with sophomore Joshua Robles at Newman University.

From sharing her “forever food” to identifying her hero, this rapid-fire video interview will help you learn a little more about Ayanna Hensley, Miss Kansas 2022.

Published July 14, 2022
Categorized as News, Student Life

Newman campus serves as safe haven for purple martins

Purple Martins perch on gourds painted white on the Newman University campus

South of the Newman University Wilkins Soccer Field, passersby can see dozens of white gourd houses for purple martins, a bird of the swallow family.

Published July 12, 2022
Categorized as Arts & Humanities, News

Newman coaches reach milestone wins in 2022

Newman University coaches Shella Augspurger (tennis) and Andrea Gustafson (softball) reached victory milestones in 2022.

Two Newman University coaches reached significant career milestones this past spring: Director of Tennis Shella Augspurger and Head Softball Coach Andrea Gustafson.

Published July 7, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Athletics, News, Staff & Faculty

ASC world leadership team visits Newman from Rome

ASC world leadership team visits Newman University

This summer, Newman University had the honor of welcoming sisters of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) to campus from the general council international leadership team in Rome.

Published July 7, 2022
Categorized as Faith, News

Video recap: 2022 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)

High school students partake in hands-on experiments during the Investigative Summer STEM Program

Seventeen high school students dedicated a week of summer to partake in the Newman Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) June 20-24.

Published July 7, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Science & Health, Staff & Faculty

Master of Science in Education graduate’s unique journey

Kelly Pendergest, Master of Science in Education from Newman University

Kelly Pendergest graduated with master’s in education in 2020, but walked at the 2022 commencement because of how much Newman meant to her.

Published June 29, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Education, Faith, News

Newman University is full member in the MIAA

Newman gains full membership in MIAA

Newman University has officially been accepted as a full member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). 

Published June 29, 2022
Categorized as Athletics, News

Former baseball student-athlete finds career in college athletics

Samuel Hersh, 2018 Newman University alumnus

Alumnus Samuel Hersh ’18 was recently promoted to associate director of NCAA compliance at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Published June 27, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Sports Media and Promotion

Master of Social Work students support homeless through field practicum

Newman Master of Social Work students and Homeless Outreach Team

Two Newman Master of Social Work students are supporting Wichita’s most vulnerable population through a field practicum internship.

Published June 23, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Social Work, Student Life

Sonography student takes things one day at a time

Stephanie Waltermire, sonography student at Newman University

Stephanie Waltermire, a Newman sonography student, did what not a lot of people can lay claim to: she graduated high school at the age of 16.

Published June 23, 2022
Categorized as Academics, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Newman employee Robert Crossland volunteers as part of K-9 search unit

Robert Crossland and dog Bella Luna

Newman’s very own General Maintenance Technician Robert Crossland is a part of a K-9 search and rescue team along with his furry friend Bella Luna.

Published June 21, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, News, Service, Staff & Faculty

Alumna, employee Melissa Castle wins 2022 Staff Excellence Award

Melissa Castle won the 2022 Staff Excellence Award from Newman University

Melissa Castle, employment specialist for human resources at Newman, was honored as the 2022 Staff Excellence Award winner.

Published June 14, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Service, Staff & Faculty

Brittany Stahnke receives 2022 Teaching Excellence Award

Brittany Stahnke receives 2022 Newman Teaching Excellence Award

Brittany Stahnke, assistant professor of social work at Newman University’s Colorado Springs, received the 2022 Teaching Excellence Award.

Published June 14, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Social Work, Staff & Faculty Tagged accomplishment, award, Faculty, Master of Social Work, Newman University, Newman University School of Social Work, Newman University Teaching Excellence Award, Social Work

Ablah Award nominee Patti Rolf readies for teaching career

Patti Rolf, 2022 Newman University graduate

As a non-traditional student and mother of six children, attending Newman University was no small feat for Patti Rolf.

Published June 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Education, News

David Overton completes college journey alongside son, daughter

David Overton, 2022 Newman University graduate

Attending college as an adult learner presents unique challenges, but David Overton ’22 never let them get in the way of his goals.

Published June 8, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Business, News

Mother of two chases dream of being an attorney

Kate Langworthy, Newman University interdisciplinary studies alumna and family

Once an animal science major, alumna Kate Langworthy completed her degree at Newman University in order to become an attorney.

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Social work graduate Alice Miles fuels fire

Alice Miles, a 2022 social work graduate of Newman University, walks across the stage to collect her degree.
Alice Miles, a 2022 social work graduate of Newman University, walks across the stage to collect her degree.

For 2022 social work graduate Alice Miles, walking the stage at the Newman University commencement ceremony was well worth traveling 500 miles from Colorado Springs. “I’ve spent the last several… Continue reading Social work graduate Alice Miles fuels fire

Published June 7, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Alumni, News, Social Work

2022 Beata Netemeyer Alumni Award recipient inspires others

Luke Barnwell delivers his acceptance speech for the Newman Beata Netemeyer Alumni Award.

Newman University graduate Luke Barnwell ’13 has taken his passion for basketball and inspired youth while sharing his faith.

Published May 27, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Alumna’s passion for social work ignited through tragedy

tina valdez

Alumna Tina Valdez discovered newfound hope and strength to earn her master’s degree in social work after her son’s death.

Published May 26, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Social Work

Newman student elected as district state governor for Circle K International

Newman senior Sophie Johnston was elected to serve as district state governor for Circle K International.
Newman senior Sophie Johnston was elected to serve as district state governor for Circle K International.

Newman University senior Sophie Johnston was recently elected as the District State Governor for Circle K International (CKI).

Published May 26, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, News, Service, Student Life

Alumnus and police officer serves Wichita community

Newman alumnus and Officer Kristopher Gupilan reads to students
Newman alumnus and Officer Kristopher Gupilan reads to students

Newman University alumnus Kristopher Gupilan can’t remember ever wanting to be anything other than a police officer.

Published May 25, 2022
Categorized as Alumni, News, Service

Newman University announces graduates of spring 2022

2022 graduates wait in anticipation before the Commencement ceremony May 6.
2022 graduates wait in anticipation before the Commencement ceremony May 6.

Newman University has announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2022 spring semester.

Published May 24, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News

Newman University releases spring 2022 Dean’s List

Newman University students walk across the campus sidewalks.
Newman University students walk across the campus sidewalks.

A total of 395 students achieved the qualifications required to make it on the Newman University 2022 spring Dean’s List.

Published May 24, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, News, Student Life

Non-academic stoles allow graduates to reflect on time at Newman

The three non-academic Newman University stoles for graduates celebrate student's dedication to athletics, diversity and inclusion as well as student involvement.

The three non-academic Newman stoles for graduates celebrate dedication to athletics, diversity and inclusion as well as student involvement.

Published May 24, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Business, Communication, News, Science & Health, Student Life

A recap of Newman’s many year-end ceremonies

Newman University falculty walk outside Sacred Heart Hall

Here’s a look back at each of the exciting events leading up to the university’s biggest day of the year: commencement.

Published May 19, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Events, News

Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to 2022 Newman graduate Steven Nguyen

Steven Nguyen walks toward the commencement stage to accept his Harvey J. Ablah Award.
Steven Nguyen walks toward the commencement stage to accept his Harvey J. Ablah Award.

Graduate Steven Nguyen was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during the 2022 Newman University Commencement ceremony May 6.

Published May 19, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Student Life

Leona J. Ablah Award presented to 2022 Newman graduate Kelly Mai

Kelly Mai waves and walks toward the commencement stage to accept her 2022 Newman Ablah Award.
Kelly Mai waves and walks toward the commencement stage to accept her 2022 Newman Ablah Award.

The 2022 Leona J Ablah Award was presented to the winning female recipient, Kelly Mai, during the Newman Commencement ceremony May 6.

Published May 19, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, News, Student Life

Behind the curtain: making commencement 2022

Commencement 2022 at Hartman Arena

Many hands make light work, and in the case of Newman University Commencement, a successful event is the result of several dedicated staff, faculty and student volunteers.

Published May 12, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Newman senior wins Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant

Michelle Tong
Michelle Tong, courtesy photo Miss Vietnam Wichita

When senior Michelle Tong competes in the Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant this June, it will be the culmination of an incredible experience.

Published May 12, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Arts & Humanities, News, Science & Health, Student Life

Students share college reflections at Baccalaureate Mass

Marcus Gonzalez and Kayla Garvert share reflections at Baccalaureate Mass

Students Kayla Garvert and Marcus Anthony Gonzales were selected to share their reflections following the Baccalaureate Mass Thursday, May 5.

Published May 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Events, Faith, News, Religion & Philosophy, Student Life

Graduates honored with first on-campus Baccalaureate Mass in 7 years

Newman University Baccalaureate Mass in St. John's Chapel, 2022

For the first time in seven years, the annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 5.

Published May 9, 2022
Categorized as Events, Faith, News, Religion & Philosophy, Staff & Faculty, Student Life

A mic-dropping commencement address

Straub, wearing a dinosaur head, drops an inflatable microphone following his speech at the Newman University graduation ceremony May 6.
Straub, wearing a dinosaur head, drops an inflatable microphone following his speech at the Newman University graduation ceremony May 6.

Larry Straub took a comica risk with his commencement speech May 6 at the Hartman Arena.

Published May 9, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

Spring nursing graduates receive ceremonial pins

2022 graduating nursing class

Twenty-two nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the spring nursing pinning ceremony Thursday, May 5.

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

Video: Student photos from the class of 2022

Animoto Class of 2022 student photos

This video of student-submitted photos commemorates the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next for the Newman class of 2022.

Published May 9, 2022
Categorized as Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Student Life, Uncategorized

Ready to transform society: celebrating Newman graduates of 2022

Two Newman graduates hug outside of Hartman Arena during Commencement May 6.

A grand total of 401 graduates of Newman University earned their degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 6. 

Published May 6, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Student Life

2022 Leon A. McNeill recipient advocates for children, mentally ill

Catherine Mardon

2007 Newman University alumna Catherine Mardon’s life is as interesting as it is filled with accomplishments.

Published May 5, 2022
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, Arts & Humanities, News, Social Work

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