Newman University once again welcomed alumni from all over the country back to campus for a weekend full of activities during Newman Alumni Weekend held April 20-21. The weekend included… Continue reading Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
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Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Kansas District Court of Appeals judges recently visited campus April 17 to speak to a group of students. Professor of Sociology and Assistant Undergraduate Dean Larry Heck, Ph.D., arranged for the… Continue reading Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
On a windy Friday afternoon, Heimerman Plaza, the Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber sculpture and Gerber Family Commons were dedicated on the Newman University campus. On April 20, Vice President for… Continue reading Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
The Newman University English department presented its annual Literature Festival, “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” April 12 and 13. Also known as, “Lit Fest,” the celebration is a… Continue reading Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
New SGA representatives speak about their plans and goals for Newman
A total of 195 students voted in the Student Government Association (SGA) 2018-19 election. Some students won reelection and others are new to SGA. Marisa-Nicole Zayat is president with her… Continue reading New SGA representatives speak about their plans and goals for Newman
Changes coming to Newman bookstore fall 2018
Changes are coming for the Newman University Bookstore. Come fall semester 2018, course books will not be physically available on the shelves of the store. Books will continue to be… Continue reading Changes coming to Newman bookstore fall 2018
Newman sweeps awards at annual conference
The Newman admissions team has spent the past years successfully chasing record numbers in recruitment and retention rates, but the excellence doesn’t stop there. Five members of the team recently… Continue reading Newman sweeps awards at annual conference
Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
For the second year in a row, Ascension Healthcare, Via Christi Health, Wichita State University and the city of Wichita partnered to host Medical Mission at Home — an event… Continue reading Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
Academic Awards Banquet celebrates students, faculty and staff
Newman University hosted its second annual Academic Awards Banquet April 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity
Every year, the staff assembly executive committee at Newman University hosts a silent auction to raise money for a local charity. This year’s event will take place from 11 a.m.… Continue reading Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity
Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
The annual Scholarship Luncheon was held April 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The luncheon is a unique opportunity for students to meet the specific donors providing them with their… Continue reading Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
Meet the artist who created the Bishop Gerber sculpture
Sitting just outside the doors of the brand new state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center is a nearly 400-pound bronze sculpture. Lori Norwood, an artist based in Lawrence, Kansas, spent 16… Continue reading Meet the artist who created the Bishop Gerber sculpture
Notre Dame’s Lou Holtz speaks at Newman
Lou Holtz is a name that can be recognized for multiple reasons. Many of those reasons are likely sports related. Now retired from a long career as a head football… Continue reading Notre Dame’s Lou Holtz speaks at Newman
19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Newman University is presenting its 19th Annual Literary Festival (Litfest), this year with a Harry Potter theme. “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” takes place April 12 and 13, with… Continue reading 19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge
“Leave things better than you found them,” is a saying that sophomore Samantha Rader takes to heart. Though Newman University has no shortage of highly involved and highly motivated students,… Continue reading Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge
Spring musical “Pure Imagination” will rediscover the child within
The Newman University music department will present its spring musical, “Pure Imagination,” at 7:30 p.m. April 26, 27 and 28 in the Performance Hall of De Mattias Hall. Every year… Continue reading Spring musical “Pure Imagination” will rediscover the child within
Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Artist Bob Benson will present his vibrant photographic works in the upcoming exhibit “Colorful Abstracts” in the Newman University Steckline Gallery. The exhibit begins with a Final Friday reception from… Continue reading Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Newman Jets women’s bowling team head to national tournament
The women’s bowling team finished third at the sectional qualifier, which means the team will attend the Intercollegiate Team Championships tournament for the third year in a row. The national… Continue reading Newman Jets women’s bowling team head to national tournament
Bachelor of Science program in business & strategic intelligence introduced this fall
Newman University is introducing a new Bachelor of Science program in business and strategic intelligence (BSI) to begin in the fall 2018 semester. No other college or university in the… Continue reading Bachelor of Science program in business & strategic intelligence introduced this fall
The Farneys act up
“I’m not Trevor today, I’m Michael from ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,’” Newman senior Trevor Farney recounts when asked about how his acting career began. When he was young, Trevor remembers… Continue reading The Farneys act up
Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
Senior Delaney Hiegert was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Law to continue her education and has been granted the highly prestigious Rice Scholarship, which brings Kansas residents… Continue reading Delaney Hiegert receives prestigious Rice Scholarship to KU School of Law
Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
To help welcome and prepare new students for the fall semester at Newman University, four registration days are planned over the next few months. Registrations days take place April 27,… Continue reading Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
The dedication of three new campus structures
Newman University will dedicate three new additions to campus on Friday, April 20. The ceremony to dedicate the Heimerman Plaza, Gerber Family Commons and Bishop Gerber Sculpture will begin at 4:30… Continue reading The dedication of three new campus structures
A lifelong goal to help others has become reality
Alumna Serina Hertel has been driven to use her talents to help others from a young age.
Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
Four Newman history students will make a special appearance at the conference of the Kansas Association of Historians from April 6 to 7 at Fort Hays State University in Hays,… Continue reading Conference of the Kansas Association of Historians to feature four Newman student presentations
Five student-directed spring plays include world premiere by Newman alumna
The Newman University theater department has five student-directed plays lined up for this spring. Each play was chosen by the student directing. The plays will be presented at 6:30 p.m.… Continue reading Five student-directed spring plays include world premiere by Newman alumna
A spring break spent on pilgrimage to Rome
Graduate students in the theology program recently returned from a pilgrimage to Rome.
New residence life team assembled
Five brand new resident assistants (RAs) have been hired for the 2018-19 academic year. The residence life team is excited about the new additions and eager for two veterans to… Continue reading New residence life team assembled
Newman promoted through LEARN
Being a college student is difficult. Keeping classes, sports, friendships, sleep schedules and other activities maintained is no easy task. This becomes an even more daunting task when you are… Continue reading Newman promoted through LEARN
Newman professor leads panel discussion at technology summit
The Information and Communication Technology Summit is an annual gathering held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with the purpose of sharing ideas, research and projects. This year’s event included… Continue reading Newman professor leads panel discussion at technology summit
Salvage yard next door to become new property for Newman
The salvage yard next door to Fugate residence hall is finally in the process of becoming the property of Newman University. The university has held an interest in purchasing Koon’s Salvage… Continue reading Salvage yard next door to become new property for Newman
Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Sexual Assault Awareness Month will be observed across campus during the first full week of April. Teal ribbons will be hung around campus on April 3 to help spread awareness… Continue reading Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
The Newman University alumni relations office is gearing up for the annual Newman Alumni Weekend April 20-21. The weekend kicks off with a celebration dedication of the new Heimerman Plaza,… Continue reading Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
Marjorie ‘Marge’ Chance changed the course of Newman University
Marjorie “Marge” Chance died March 15 at the age of 93. She was the epitome of a civic leader and will be missed greatly in the Newman University community as well… Continue reading Marjorie ‘Marge’ Chance changed the course of Newman University
Newman offers research skills in a newly designed course
Newman University will offer a brand new research course beginning fall 2018. College Research Literacy is an online, 1-credit hour introductory class all about research.
2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
Newman University officials have released the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List. A total of 489 students have met the qualifications to be recognized on the Dean’s List, validating a semester… Continue reading 2017 fall semester Dean’s List announced
‘March Madness’ comes to Newman
March is when the weather warms up, flowers begin to bloom and summer is right around the corner. It is also the time when the 68 team bracket that is… Continue reading ‘March Madness’ comes to Newman
Wichita Sports Hall of Fame inducts two from Newman
Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli and Volunteer Assistant Men’s Baseball Coach Mike Pelfrey will each be inducted into the Wichita Sports Hall of Fame.
Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
Senior Noel Torres is the first Newman student to become a national champion in the NCAA Division II. Torres won the 184-pound national championship at the 2018 NCAA Division II… Continue reading Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
Don Meyer uses abstraction in upcoming Steckline Gallery show, “Microclimate”
The upcoming show, “Microclimate,” by Don Meyer will be on display in the Steckline Gallery from March 30 to April 20. The exhibit will open with a Final Friday showing beginning… Continue reading Don Meyer uses abstraction in upcoming Steckline Gallery show, “Microclimate”