It is going to be a busy spring on the feedback front. Newman University cabinet members are hosting a series of brainstorming/listening sessions throughout the remainder of the 2021 Spring… Continue reading Newman community invited to priority brainstorming sessions
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President Jagger appointing new student cabinet
From The Vantage student newspaper – by Ty Wilson Newman President Kathleen Jagger is hoping to meet for the first time later this month with a newly appointed student cabinet,… Continue reading President Jagger appointing new student cabinet
Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day
The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has announced that it will partner with Newman University to vaccinate 1,500 veterans on Saturday, March 20. The event will be held from… Continue reading Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day
Unfinished business: Kameron Frame returns to NCAA national championships
Frame will open the completion at America’s Convention Center in St. Louis, Mo. Friday.
SGA provides free mental health services to students for rest of semester
Interdisciplinary simulation aimed at helping students go beyond their field of study
Wichita Eagle reporter Denise Neil a beneficial professor for Newman students
Denise Neil is best known in Wichita for her restaurant coverage in The Wichita Eagle — a segment titled Dining With Denise. At Newman University, she’s also known for bringing… Continue reading Wichita Eagle reporter Denise Neil a beneficial professor for Newman students
Knights of Columbus gift Newman seminarian with car
Above photo by Foss Farrar: (l to r) Wit Goebel, general manager of Zeller Motors; Thomas Prater; his parents, David and Amy Prater; Father Sam Brand, Sacred Heart pastor; and… Continue reading Knights of Columbus gift Newman seminarian with car
History of Newman University basketball on display
Newman spring semester underway
With a new year comes a new academic semester and the students, staff and faculty at Newman University are ready to spring forward. College life didn’t fall into its usual… Continue reading Newman spring semester underway
Professor passes down passion for education to students
Max Frazier has spent 43 years in the education field, with the past 17 years spent as an associate professor of secondary education at Newman University “I personally believe that… Continue reading Professor passes down passion for education to students
Pi Gamma Mu initiation ceremony held virtually
Pi Gamma Mu, a nationally recognized honor society for high-achieving students striving toward a career in the social sciences, conducted its induction ceremony Dec. 22, 2020, with a virtual format.… Continue reading Pi Gamma Mu initiation ceremony held virtually
Alumni and students to connect through mentorship program
Newman University introduced its new personalized student success program, Navigator, in the fall of 2020. The program was built on top of current efforts to guide students through the higher… Continue reading Alumni and students to connect through mentorship program
2020: A Year in Review
We experienced many emotions during the year 2020, yet through it all, great things continued to happen within the Newman community.
A merry Christmas message from Newman University
Santa Claus and his elves are planning a special and safe Christmas Eve. But first, Santa must work on his naughty and nice list as he peeks into a Zoom… Continue reading A merry Christmas message from Newman University
Newman professor shares COVID-19 experience
Written by Teresa Wilkerson, professor and assistant dean of the School of Business
Nurse anesthesia program awarded $50,000 grant
The Kansas Health Foundation awarded the Newman University nurse anesthesia program a $50,000 grant to help further the program’s curriculum. Program Director Megan Cook said, “I am extremely grateful to… Continue reading Nurse anesthesia program awarded $50,000 grant
John Moragues, former Newman professor, passes away
John Moragues, former associate professor of social work and distance education coordinator for the Newman University Master of Social Work (MSW) program in Colorado Springs, died Nov. 18, 2020. He… Continue reading John Moragues, former Newman professor, passes away
Newman community member Juanita Alarcon passes away
Former Newman University employee Juanita Alarcorn died Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. Alarcon ended her 14-year stint at Newman University as the administrative assistant for the School of Education. Alarcon was… Continue reading Newman community member Juanita Alarcon passes away
International cuisine: Newman community shares holiday memories
Thanksgiving is almost here and Americans throughout the country are buying turkey, ham and all the fixings for traditional side dishes that have graced Thanksgiving Day tables for years. Although… Continue reading International cuisine: Newman community shares holiday memories
United Way gets two new ambassadors from Newman
Above photo, from left to right: Susan Crane-Laracuente, Jenny Jones, Mark Ayres (United Way loaned executive) and Larry Heck. After decades serving as the Newman University United Way ambassador, Larry… Continue reading United Way gets two new ambassadors from Newman
Newman chemistry program creator dies at age 89
Thrive! Delano has special ASC-Newman connection
Taking action to battle poverty isn’t new for Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC. The former Newman University president has been involved in Thrive! Delano since 2014 and continues to work closely… Continue reading Thrive! Delano has special ASC-Newman connection
Fall 2020 Newman University magazine goes online
Newman University is taking its bi-annual magazine online this fall. The change in format also called for a change in web design as Web Technology Specialist Daniel Murphy put in… Continue reading Fall 2020 Newman University magazine goes online
Jets Resource Hub: Newman’s new food pantry
The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) has recognized the need for a food pantry-like entity on campus for the past year. As of Oct. 12, 2020, that need has… Continue reading Jets Resource Hub: Newman’s new food pantry
Newman University welcomes new board members
Newman University welcomed four new Board of Trustees members — Lori Benge, Bishop Carl A. Kemme, Wendy Glick and Diana Stanley — on Oct. 9 during the first board meeting… Continue reading Newman University welcomes new board members
Newman awarded two grants from Evergy
Newman University was awarded two grants from Evergy that will allow the university to better serve underserved students. One grant will fund the 2021 spring Newman STEM Education Program (NSEP)… Continue reading Newman awarded two grants from Evergy
Newman student professes perpetual vows as IHM sister
Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
Newman University sold raffle tickets for the chance to own an iconic silver 2020 Ford Mustang between Aug. 5 and Oct. 1. Thanks to the generosity of Rusty Eck Ford,… Continue reading Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
From homeschool student to public school teacher
Morgan Owings grew up in a homeschool classroom and felt called to the teaching profession. “God placed a very clear and heavy call on my life to be a teacher,”… Continue reading From homeschool student to public school teacher
Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
For one day — Friday, Oct. 23 — Newman University will be an early voting location for the 2020 general election. Students, staff and faculty who are registered to vote… Continue reading Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
Growing in faith through higher education
Newman student Brandon Taylor said no matter where he’s at or what career he is in, he just wants to help people. This is also the reason he doesn’t ever… Continue reading Growing in faith through higher education
Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Newman University recently purchased three new vans for student travel. The vans boast a large Newman Jets logo on the side and elements of the Wichita flag. The vans will… Continue reading Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Therese Wetta, ASC, returns from two-year mission in Liberia
Cross-country student gets creative during pandemic
Freshman Austin Fullerton was unable to run track for his last year of high school, inspiring him to band together with other runners to stay active.
Alumna takes on $1.5 million ‘Imagine Salina’ campaign
Newman western Kansas program sees largest number of education majors to date
MBA alumnus Harter is using ‘muscles’ gained from degree to lead Spirit’s ventilator-making program
Pierre Harter ’19 had the right degrees for a career as an engineer in the aviation industry, having earned two aerospace engineering degrees at Wichita State University (WSU) by 2000.… Continue reading MBA alumnus Harter is using ‘muscles’ gained from degree to lead Spirit’s ventilator-making program
Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Joseph Shepard, director of multicultural engagement and campus life, is leading a community-partnered book club sponsored by Wichita nonprofit Storytime Village for the month of August. Newman University is one… Continue reading Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Diversity and equity included in first-time student course
Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard will speak to incoming students about diversity and inclusion in their Traditions and Transitions (T&T) program. T&T is a freshman seminar… Continue reading Diversity and equity included in first-time student course