After graduating from Newman with dual degrees in biology and mathematics, Margaret Koenig ’25 put her skills to work in an unexpected place: at a nonprofit children’s home in southern Africa.
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Your weekly athletics recap: Sept. 4-11
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Newman University enrolls largest number of seminarians yet
A record-breaking 25 seminarians enrolled for fall 2025, marking the largest seminarian class in Newman University’s history.
From busy Newman student to ICU nurse: Hayley Hughes
Hayley Hughes (’25) lived the college experience at full capacity, balancing the nursing program, resident assistant leadership and basketball – all without dropping the ball.
Bethany Griffiths ’25 leads by example on and off the course
Bethany Griffiths, a 2025 graduate, is the new graduate assistant for both the men and women’s golf teams at Newman University.
Ready for a roaring time: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Campus Ministry office unveils new look
The Campus Ministry office just got a makeover and expansion, and it’s making a difference to students.
‘Find Jesus everywhere’: Bishop Kemme challenges first-year students
Bishop Carl Kemme celebrated Newman’s new academic year with the Mass of the Holy Spirit and matriculation ceremony on Aug. 28.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Geo-Floral’ for September exhibition
Steckline Gallery will present “Geo-Floral” by artist Taiomah Rutledge during a First Friday exhibition September 5 at Newman University.
Video: Welcome Home Week 2025
With all the excitement of a new semester, this “Welcome Home Week” video captures the top moments you may have missed.
Podcast: Performance coach shares passion for helping athletes of all ages
On this podcast episode of “The Newman Bond,” Coach David Akao shares how he turned his love for sports and fitness into a career.
Explosions of color set the tone for a new year of Student Life events
Rainbow-colored plumes of powder filled Newman University’s campus Saturday, August 23 for the third annual Color Run.
Students turn summer internships into career momentum
Three Newman University students say internships have sharpened their skills, boosted their confidence and clarified their next steps.
Newman names Geri Tyrell associate vice president of Academic Affairs
Geri Tyrell, DNP, recently took on a new leadership role as the associate vice president of Academic Affairs at Newman University.
Orientation weekend welcomes Newman class of 2029
More than 180 first-year students gathered for Newman’s orientation, marking the start of the college journey for the Class of 2029.
A weekend of reminiscing and new beginnings with first-year students
Smiles, hugs and the shuffle of moving boxes filled Carrocci Residence Hall as Newman University welcomed first-year students to campus.
Newman announces 2025-26 improv, theater season
Newman University has announced its 2025-26 theater season, featuring a mix of improv comedy, drama, musicals and student-directed works.
Alumna Ginny Wylie’s meaningful mentorship as a Spiritual Companion
Newman alumna Ginny Wylie ’93 goes above and beyond her role as a Spiritual Companion for the women’s soccer team.
Newman University offers new 4 p.m. Sunday Mass time
Beginning August 17, Sunday Mass in St. John’s Chapel will be celebrated at 4 pm on the Newman University campus.
Tim Cho named dean of Newman School of Healthcare Professions
Tim Cho, M.D., an experienced health care educator and leader, is the new dean of the School of Healthcare Professions at Newman University.
Now streaming: ‘Sod & Stubble’ movie features Newman community members
Four Newman University community members are featured in the movie “Sod & Stubble,” now available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime.
Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist
Whether you’re a first-year student, a returner, living on-campus in the residence halls or commuting each day, here are some tips and tid-bits to know for all things back-to-school.
Jet Open returns for 41st year to support Newman athletics
Newman University’s largest athletics fundraiser of the year, the Jet Open, is back for its 41st installment on Monday, August 4.
Graduate Rebecca Herd accepted into nuclear medicine program
Newman graduate Rebecca Herd ’25 recently achieved a major milestone: acceptance into the nuclear medicine program at the University of Arkansas.
Newman graduate Allison Szewczyk ’25 answers the call to nursing
Allison Szewczyk earned her bachelor’s degree from Newman University alongside 18 fellow nursing graduates in 2025.
Newman alumnus heads to NFL as Lions’ graphic designer
Newman University alumnus CJ Campbell ’19 started working for the Detroit Lions as its graphic design coordinator in June 2025.
Ready to teach the next generation: Camdyn Kindred ’25
Camdyn Kindred ‘25 landed a teaching role and is excited to pursue her dream of transforming students’ lives for the better.
Passion for science fuels Natalie Meyer’s future in higher education
After three years at Newman University, Natalie Meyer ’25 is heading to graduate school with one goal in mind: to give back.
New era for Newman Athletics begins with Kenyon Spears at the helm
Kenyon Spears, a leader from Texas, is bringing his vision to Newman University as the school’s new Athletic DIrector.
Future veterinarian Anna Strickbine receives St. Newman scholarship
Anna Strickbine, an incoming first-year student at Newman University, is one of five recipients of the competitive St. Newman Scholarship.
St. Newman Scholar Danielle Brown eager to grow in faith at Newman
Danielle Brown starts a new chapter of her life this fall at Newman University as one five St. Newman scholarship recipients.
Citlaly Campa: Choosing her passion over everyone else’s plan
Soon after Citlaly Campa started her college journey, she discovered her passion wasn’t under the microscope — it was in the sports industry.
Nursing path leads Patricia Limo from Ugandan village to U.S. Navy
Nursing graduate Patricia Limo ’25 earned the Distinguished BSN Award and is ready to start her job in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps.
Holy Savior Catholic Academy honors late alumna Bernie Winston ’12
On May 20, Holy Savior Catholic Academy honored the life and legacy of Bernastein “Bernie” Winston, a 2012 graduate of Newman University.
Moments of stillness give Theodore Sponsel ‘transformative’ Newman experience
For Newman graduate Theodore Sponsel ’25, who earned his Associate of Arts degree, it was the quiet moments that made the biggest impact.
From Hawaii to the Heartland: Carianne Takeuchi finds path at Newman
When Carianne Takeuchi graduated from Newman University in May 2025, she left with more than just her degree in sports media and promotion.
35th year of Newman Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) a success
High schoolers launched into a weeklong scientific adventure during Newman University’s ISSP (Investigative Summer STEM Program) June 8-13.
Graduates Erika and Isaac Iseman find love, lifelong callings at Newman
Married couple Erika and Isaac Iseman crossed the commencement stage in May as 2025 Newman University graduates.
Twin graduates follow in father’s footsteps with nurse anesthesia careers
Twins Blake and Lucas Rawls earned their Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) degrees from Newman, following their father’s footsteps.
Christine Werth celebrates 30 years and counting at Newman University
Thirty years ago in 1995, Christine Werth stepped into the Registrar’s Office as a new employee of Newman University.