Above photo (left to right): Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D. and Teresa Hall Bartels. Newman University recently named its 12th president, Kathleen S.… Continue reading Four ‘generations’ of presidents connect
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Newman Athletics prepares for fall season changes
2020 Ford Mustang raffle to raise funds for student scholarships
Rusty Eck Ford has donated a 2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Coupe to Newman University, which will be used in an effort to raise much-needed funding for student scholarships. The new… Continue reading 2020 Ford Mustang raffle to raise funds for student scholarships
Teresa Hall Bartels aids presidential transition
Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman University has announced a plan for a return to in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. The initiative, “Together We Soar — Return to Campus,” is a flexible plan… Continue reading Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser postponed
Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renassaince (POP) is one of Newman University’s largest annual fundraising events. Organized to connect students and donors to each other and to the… Continue reading Annual Party on the Plaza fundraiser postponed
Newman professor gives briefing at local museum
Newman University Assistant Professor of Strategic Intelligence Scott McIntosh is a retired military analyst and foreign area officer. He speaks at many functions within the community on topics from business… Continue reading Newman professor gives briefing at local museum
Newman offers graduate certificate in data analytics
Newman University is now offering a graduate certificate in data analytics. The program offers a unique opportunity for professionals to acquire high-demand knowledge and skills within the span of a… Continue reading Newman offers graduate certificate in data analytics
Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Newman University recently announced Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., as its 12th president. The former president of Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, Kentucky will begin her duties as Newman University… Continue reading Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Honoring Newman’s past presidents: a university’s administrative legacy
An exploration of Newman’s previous presidents, from the founding of Sacred Heart Junior College to the Newman we know today.
Kathleen S. Jagger named 12th president of Newman University
MBA students win national title in Business Strategy Game
Two Newman University Master of Business Administration (MBA) students won their industry category for a national title in the Business Strategy Game (BSG). Marshall Philips and Bryan Woods of the… Continue reading MBA students win national title in Business Strategy Game
Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Newman University has announced that it plans to resume in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. During the past month, several university groups have worked diligently on plans for the… Continue reading Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Newman presents second year of SHERO Awards
After the reception of the first SHERO Awards, Newman University is proud to once again honor a special group of influential women from the Newman community. “The SHERO Awards were… Continue reading Newman presents second year of SHERO Awards
Former Newman provost retires from presidency
Drew Bogner, former Newman University provost, is retiring from his 20-year role as president of Molloy College in Rockville Center, New York, June 30, 2020. Bogner held many titles at… Continue reading Former Newman provost retires from presidency
Employee assistance program extended for family
Newman University is taking extra steps to help its employees and their families in such uncertain times. The university has partnered with a third-party vendor to create an employee assistance… Continue reading Employee assistance program extended for family
From classroom to home: ideas for parents
Approximately one month ago, children around the nation were being informed that the remainder of their school year would take place at home. At the same time, parents were finding… Continue reading From classroom to home: ideas for parents
An Easter wish for the Newman community
Newman University will be closed Friday, April 10, in observation of Good Friday. Easter is a time for faith, family and friends. While most will not be able to gather… Continue reading An Easter wish for the Newman community
Newman welcomes new VP of finance
Newman University welcomes new Vice President for Finance and Administration Tony Beata. Beata comes to Newman from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska, where he was the vice president for finance,… Continue reading Newman welcomes new VP of finance
Humanities grant to help Newman program
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded Newman University a grant in the approximate amount of $34,000. NEH grants focus on a variety of projects such as preserving… Continue reading Humanities grant to help Newman program
Newman Admissions continues giving tours by virtual visits
In order to continue providing tours during quarantine, Newman Admissions is turning to online tours, allowing prospective students to explore the campus from home.
Newman University plans virtual spring commencement
Newman University announced its 2020 spring commencement ceremony will not take place as originally scheduled. Instead, the university will hold an online commencement ceremony, which will post May 8, 2020,… Continue reading Newman University plans virtual spring commencement
Newman University honored on Phi Theta Kappa honor roll
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society has been helping well-deserving students who achieve great academic heights for more than 100 years. Each year, the organization determines the top colleges… Continue reading Newman University honored on Phi Theta Kappa honor roll
Respiratory care program prepares graduates for high demand jobs
The presidential search continues amid COVID-19 restrictions
The week of March 23 concluded the one-month recruitment stage for presidential candidates at Newman University. Prior to this stage, the presidential search committee had conducted meetings with staff, faculty,… Continue reading The presidential search continues amid COVID-19 restrictions
COVID-19 concerns result in a series of cancellations for Newman University
The Newman University campus is usually buzzing with multiple events in any given week. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and the state regulations that have been placed,… Continue reading COVID-19 concerns result in a series of cancellations for Newman University
Newman University moves to online teaching for spring semester
Newman University announced Tuesday, March 17, that it will not return to in-person instruction for the remainder of the spring semester. As of March 30, all face-to-face classes will resume… Continue reading Newman University moves to online teaching for spring semester
MIAA suspends spring sports, championships canceled
The NCAA announced late Thursday afternoon that all remaining winter and spring championships have been canceled. A second announcement was made that evening that all MIAA practices and athletic competitions… Continue reading MIAA suspends spring sports, championships canceled
Newman spring break extended for face-to-face classes
Newman University will extend its spring break recess for students taking face-to-face classes by one week.
Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy
Due to health safety concerns for students, Newman University has announced an academic trip to Italy, originally scheduled to depart March 12, is postponed until later this year. The decision… Continue reading Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy
Staying healthy
There are no confirmed cases of the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, in the state of Kansas, but that doesn’t mean individuals can’t and shouldn’t take measures to stop the… Continue reading Staying healthy
2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 22, 2020 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. Newman, along with The Wichita Eagle, is a… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
Newman University celebrated homecoming with a week full of activities and on Thursday night, Feb. 20, the homecoming games began. The women’s basketball team kicked off the night by taking… Continue reading Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
At St. John Henry Newman Mass on Feb. 20, Father Adam Grelinger delivered a homily based on a poem by Saint John Henry Newman titled ‘My Birthday.’ Newman wrote the… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
A delightful event: High Tea 2020
Staff, faculty, students, Adorers of the Blood of Christ and Newman community members gathered for the 2020 St. John Henry Newman High Tea. Attendees enjoyed the annual event that pays… Continue reading A delightful event: High Tea 2020
Newman prepares for presidential search
The Newman University Board of Trustees formed a search committee for the next university president after the retirement of Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. effective Dec. 31, 2019. Interim president Teresa… Continue reading Newman prepares for presidential search
Mural in Campus Ministry offers hope
The Campus Ministry office at Newman University recently unveiled a colorful mural depicting Mary, Undoer of Knots. Father Adam Grelinger, Newman chaplain, said the goal was to create a relaxing,… Continue reading Mural in Campus Ministry offers hope
Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
Alumna Regan Casey graduated from the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy Dec. 5, 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Newman in May 2019 and began… Continue reading Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
Newman University appoints interim president
What a difference a decade makes
As the year 2019 comes to an end, a new decade begins. We took a look at all that we accomplished during the past ten years.