Two years ago, the Read to Succeed program was created by United Way affinity group Women United. The goal of the program was to match volunteers with USD 259 third-grade… Continue reading Newman volunteers talk about Read to Succeed experience
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Blankets bring comfort to victims of sexual assault
Each semester, the nursing students at Newman University volunteer an hour of their time to make blankets for victims of sexual assault. The tradition began a few years ago when… Continue reading Blankets bring comfort to victims of sexual assault
Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
To many, Irwin Torres may seem like an average elementary education student on his way to graduation. But his story is anything but ordinary. Torres is currently finishing his last… Continue reading Student Irwin Torres receives ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Higher education and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Financial aid. It’s a big deal for students seeking higher education.
Newman University presents Broadway hit ‘Footloose’
Lights, camera and everybody cut footloose. Newman University music and theater department presents Broadway hit “Footloose” at 8 p.m. Nov. 16-18 and 2 p.m. Nov. 19. Newman’s Director of Music Deanne… Continue reading Newman University presents Broadway hit ‘Footloose’
Resident assistants help keep students involved and connected
Being a resident assistant on a college campus is a job that requires more than just living in the dorms and keeping students in line. Along with other things, resident… Continue reading Resident assistants help keep students involved and connected
The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “Dirty Laundry and Other Stuff,” a portfolio by The Big Nasty Press featuring works by a dozen different artists. The exhibition will… Continue reading The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
Students, staff and faculty looking forward to Thanksgiving break
Thanksgiving break is a time to gather, eat and enjoy stress-free days off. Newman University offices will be closed and classes will not be held Nov 22-24 in observance of… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty looking forward to Thanksgiving break
Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
The Newman University men’s basketball team went head-to-head with Wichita State University on Monday, Nov. 6, in an exhibition game to raise money for hurricane relief. Proceeds from the game went… Continue reading Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
The multimillion-dollar building has been built and students and faculty alike are thrilled with the opportunities that the Bishop Gerber Science Center provides. The devices and tools in the science… Continue reading Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Last weekend, four Newman students traveled to Kansas City along with Board of Trustees president Larry Heck, Ph.D., to attend the triennial convention for Pi Gamma Mu. Pi Gamma Mu… Continue reading Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Newman 360Five: The dreaded ‘freshman 15’
We all know how hard freshman year can be. This week, the 360Five crew gives us some helpful steps to losing the infamous “freshman 15!” (If you don’t know what… Continue reading Newman 360Five: The dreaded ‘freshman 15’
Making a mindful city
A quiet revolution is in the works. When life feels like a blur, turn to mindful living practices to ground yourself, take a breath and slow down. The first of… Continue reading Making a mindful city
Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
Daniel Bryan is the new director of alumni relations and annual giving coordinator at Newman University. “I’m excited just to be back and get to work on campus again because… Continue reading Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
The National Society of Leadership and Success in conjunction with Career Services and Northwestern Mutual is hosting “Relevant Career Skills” featuring speaker Brett Andrews, Ph.D., dean of the Newman School… Continue reading NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Associate Professor of the School of Education Max Frazier, Ph.D., who is also currently serving as interim director of the School of Education, will present at the faculty-sponsored Research and… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Cool campus gigs
For some students, finding a job with a schedule that is flexible around their study time can be difficult. But Newman University offers plenty of job opportunities that allow students… Continue reading Cool campus gigs
Mission Talks continue with second chapter in Newman history
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, is leading the traditional Mission Talk series at Newman University, with her second talk of the four-part series at noon Wednesday, Nov. 8,… Continue reading Mission Talks continue with second chapter in Newman history
Newman presents ‘Fall Classics’ orchestral concert
The annual fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, in the performance hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The orchestral group includes… Continue reading Newman presents ‘Fall Classics’ orchestral concert
Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
The Early Childhood Education Program at Newman University is discovering new opportunities after building a recent partnership with Wichita public schools. In October, Assistant Professors of Education Sandy Bequette, Ed.D.,… Continue reading Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
A spooky day for a blood drive
On Halloween, the American Red Cross organization drew the blood of 40 Newman community members, exceeding the Red Cross’ goal of 34. Jeffery Vaughn, director of the radiology technology program, has… Continue reading A spooky day for a blood drive
Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 1
The new, multimillion-dollar Bishop Gerber Science Center has new equipment and research projects happening behind every door.
Newman ranks high on College Scorecard
The College Scorecard rankings have come out and Newman is proud to show the numbers. The College Scorecard website gathers information from colleges across America and allows visitors to view… Continue reading Newman ranks high on College Scorecard
Middle school students experience Newman
Middle schools in the Wichita area are sending their students to college campuses to plant the “college bug” early. Approximately 90 seventh-graders from Wilbur Middle School visited Newman on Oct.… Continue reading Middle school students experience Newman
The Newman Scholars Program is growing
Newman University has offered its Hispanic and Native American Scholars programs for many years, giving high school students the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a… Continue reading The Newman Scholars Program is growing
The School of Business gains a new faculty member
The Newman University School of Business recently welcomed new Assistant Professor of Strategic Intelligence Scott McIntosh. Strategic intelligence, according to McIntosh, is “the capability to take a significant amount of… Continue reading The School of Business gains a new faculty member
Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Newman alumnus Jason Prideaux is the founder of a new nonprofit in Wichita, Kansas — K12 Sports USA. He received a Bachelor of Science in accounting and management from Newman University… Continue reading Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Men’s basketball signs 11-year-old Julian Randle
On Friday evening, the Newman University men’s basketball team signed their youngest recruit ever.
Thanking educating partners in the community
Newman University faculty mingled with high school teachers during an annual banquet on Oct. 18 to say thank you for their collaboration and hard work as part of the university’s… Continue reading Thanking educating partners in the community
Newman 360Five: 3-Point Challenge
On this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, Jeff “Nobody” Jenkins and Jake Gyllenballer go head to head in a basketball 3-pointer challenge. Watch as these two fine athletes sweat through the… Continue reading Newman 360Five: 3-Point Challenge
Pizza and politics: Town hall meeting 2017
The 2017 town hall meeting commenced at noon Oct. 18. The meeting began with pizza and ended with students saying “it went well.” The meeting was held as an opportunity… Continue reading Pizza and politics: Town hall meeting 2017
Gold fever: Tracy McGarey goes digging
Tracy McGarey prefers to spend her vacation days in the mountains digging for gold. McGarey, executive assistant to the president at Newman, and her husband, Kevin, have been gold mining… Continue reading Gold fever: Tracy McGarey goes digging
Leading bioethicist gives lecture at Newman University
The Gerber Institute hosted the Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D., who presented his talk “New Developments in the Biosciences and Bioethics” on Oct. 17 in the De Mattias Performance Hall at… Continue reading Leading bioethicist gives lecture at Newman University
Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
The fall phone-a-thon at Newman University is wrapping up after two weeks of raising money for the Newman Fund. Newman holds a traditional phone-a-thon each semester, during which students have an… Continue reading Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
Career Services partnered with the criminal justice program to host “Table Talks,” an event during which criminal justice majors could ask questions of alumni who have the same degree and… Continue reading ‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
Service is our middle name — Pope Francis Build 2017
At Newman University, service work is inherent.
‘Turning Point’: Photography exhibit at Final Friday
Steckline Gallery will showcase photographs by Wichita native Cary Conover at this month’s Final Friday exhibit. The exhibit, titled “Turning Point,” represents a shift in Conover’s journey as a photographer. He said… Continue reading ‘Turning Point’: Photography exhibit at Final Friday
Family fun to be had at the Trunk or Treat Carnival
Ghosts, goblins, and jack-o-lanterns — oh, my! Newman University is inviting the public once again to its annual Trunk or Treat Carnival. The event will take place from 5:30 to… Continue reading Family fun to be had at the Trunk or Treat Carnival
Women’s soccer: Sights set on conference tournament
The women’s soccer team scored the title of Turnaround Team of the Year at the 2016-2017 Jetspy awards, and this year they’ve proven that they plan to go nowhere but… Continue reading Women’s soccer: Sights set on conference tournament
Gerber Institute welcomes speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk
The Gerber Institute features speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D., who will present his talk “New Developments in the Biosciences and Bioethics.” The event takes place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct.… Continue reading Gerber Institute welcomes speaker Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk