One of the largest classes in Newman history was welcomed to the university on Thursday, Aug. 31, in St. John’s Chapel during the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation… Continue reading Annual Matriculation Mass celebrates incoming students
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Building strong connections
On Aug. 25 and 26, Newman welcomed more than 200 new students to campus for Jet Days. New student move-in and orientation, known as Jet Days, involved more than 40… Continue reading Building strong connections
New NSP courses available to students
The Newman Studies Program (NSP), which has been a part of the Newman curriculum since fall 2011, will offer new courses for the 2017-2018 fall and spring semesters. The program… Continue reading New NSP courses available to students
Involvement Fair invites students to get more involved
The annual Involvement Fair is a great opportunity for students to become engaged in a new school year. At the fair, various student clubs and organizations at Newman set up… Continue reading Involvement Fair invites students to get more involved
Swim, Bike, Run — Meet the Triathlon Jets
Swim! Bike! Run! Newman University is excited to welcome 12 new members to its triathlon team. The first team put together in 2016-2017 had four students. Now, incoming freshmen are… Continue reading Swim, Bike, Run — Meet the Triathlon Jets
Bishop Gerber Science Center open for learning
The Bishop Gerber Science Center is officially open for business. Students, faculty and staff are expressing their excitement for the new state-of-the-art science building, which is complete with brand new… Continue reading Bishop Gerber Science Center open for learning
Items freshmen ‘couldn’t live without’
Moving away from home for the first time can be a little stressful, but many of this year’s freshmen class entered the residence halls armed with at least one item… Continue reading Items freshmen ‘couldn’t live without’
Newman University will remain a gun-free campus
As of July 1, 2017, it became legal for guns to be present on college campuses in Kansas. Newman University has never allowed guns on campus and as a private… Continue reading Newman University will remain a gun-free campus
Nancy Dahlinger named new occupational therapy assistant director
Nancy Dahlinger has been named director of the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program at Newman University. Dahlinger graduated from Kansas University in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science in occupational therapy (OT).… Continue reading Nancy Dahlinger named new occupational therapy assistant director
Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
It’s time for a getaway. Newman University’s Party on the Plaza, “A Night in Tuscany,” is the perfect opportunity for a night out in Wichita that will transport you to… Continue reading Party on the Plaza 2017: ‘A Night In Tuscany’
Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
By David Rung Shifting membership in the Heartland Conference has put the Newman athletics program in a position to seek an NCAA Division II conference affiliation with member schools that… Continue reading Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
Jet Days 2017 welcomes students to a new year
It’s a time full of emotion for students returning to and beginning their collegiate journey at Newman University.
Freshmen get settled in for the new year
It’s that time of year again when students are moving back onto campus and getting settled in for a brand new academic year. Freshman move-in traditionally kicks off a whole… Continue reading Freshmen get settled in for the new year
Join in the fun at the Welcome Back Bash
Newman University is once again welcoming students onto campus for another fun and exciting academic year. The Welcome Back Bash is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board (CAB) and will… Continue reading Join in the fun at the Welcome Back Bash
Devin Smith receives Collegiate Impact Award
A Newman University graduate student has received an award for making a difference in diversity and inclusion. Devin Smith, graduate assistant of diversity at Newman, accepted the Collegiate Impact Award… Continue reading Devin Smith receives Collegiate Impact Award
Faculty moves into new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Faculty and staff are in the final stages of moving into the new Bishop Gerber Science Center, which will open when fall classes begin on Aug. 28. Movers began the… Continue reading Faculty moves into new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
The 33rd annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open golf tournament was once again a success, thanks to the help of staff, volunteers, golfers and sponsors. The two-day event started with… Continue reading Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
Newman alumnus Kevin Mangayi recently celebrated a major change in his life — becoming a U.S. citizen. Mangayi has played the roles of both student and staff at Newman University.… Continue reading Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
Jets partner with Rocking M Media
By David Rung Newman Athletics has reached an agreement with Rocking M Media to be the official broadcast partner of the Jets, allowing the university’s brand to be broadcast across… Continue reading Jets partner with Rocking M Media
Steckline Final Friday is back for another exciting season
Wichita has a strong tradition in the art world — Final Friday. On the last Friday of the month, venues within the city invite artists, local or not, to display… Continue reading Steckline Final Friday is back for another exciting season
Pilgrimage to Liberia commemorates the Five Martyrs of Charity
In October 1992, five Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) sisters lost their lives in a tragic event while working in Liberia. Now known as the Five Martyrs of… Continue reading Pilgrimage to Liberia commemorates the Five Martyrs of Charity
Newman Annual Fund exceeds fundraising goal
Newman University strives to ensure a high degree of congruence between its mission and that of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). “Empowering graduates to transform society” is… Continue reading Newman Annual Fund exceeds fundraising goal
Take a look inside the Newman residence halls
Whether you commute, have lived in the same residence hall all four years or are just downright curious, chances are good that you have wondered what the inside of the… Continue reading Take a look inside the Newman residence halls
Myra Pfannenstiel will be president-elect of Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administration
Director of Financial Aid Myra Pfannenstiel was recently elected to fill the position of president-elect for the Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid and Administration (RMASFAA). According to its… Continue reading Myra Pfannenstiel will be president-elect of Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administration
Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. “The Jet Open is an annual golf tournament in its 33rd year to raise money… Continue reading Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Newman adopts local school for ‘Read to Succeed’ program
The United Way’s affinity group known as Women United created a program that helps children make that transition, and Newman University has adopted a local school to help in that initiative.
Newman Represented at Final Friday
Newman University students are no strangers to Final Friday in Wichita. On July 28, students and alumni had their art displayed at the Hue Gallery. Final Friday occurs at the… Continue reading Newman Represented at Final Friday
Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Baseball has always been special to Bob Lutz, who covered a variety of sports during his 42-year career as a sports writer and columnist for The Wichita Eagle. “It’s always… Continue reading Quiet Hero: Lutz hits home run with League 42
Living room in Sacred Heart gets a makeover
This year’s Student Government Association (SGA) decided that the living room space in the basement of Sacred Heart was overdue for a makeover.
Newman hosts educational game development conference
For some, learning is easier when the subject is brought to life — and Reacting to the Past does just that, taking learning to a highly interactive level. Beginning in… Continue reading Newman hosts educational game development conference
Newman alumna gives back to the community through her work
“I stand on the shoulders of two incredible women who came before me.”
Patty Brooks retires after 21 years at Newman
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Kelly McFall joins Reacting to the Past Consortium Board
Newman University Professor of History and Chair of the Division of Humanities Kelly McFall is now a member of the Reacting to the Past Consortium Board. The board oversees all… Continue reading Kelly McFall joins Reacting to the Past Consortium Board
Classes start in one month — make it count
Summer 2017 is coming to an end. That means days on a sandy beach, fire pits accompanied by cold drinks and friends, random nature adventures and road trips are soon going… Continue reading Classes start in one month — make it count
Dean Brett Andrews publishes book, “Differentiate or Decline”
Newman University School of Business Dean Brett Andrews, Ph.D., published his first book, “Differentiate or Decline,” at the beginning of June along with authors Robert H. Roller, Ph.D., and R.… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews publishes book, “Differentiate or Decline”
Maureen Rohleder attends Women’s Athletic Summit in Dallas
Associate Athletic Director Maureen “Mo” Rohleder recently planned and attended the first-ever Women’s Athletic Summit of the Heartland Conference SWA (Senior Woman Administrator), which took place in Dallas on June… Continue reading Maureen Rohleder attends Women’s Athletic Summit in Dallas
Newman University offers loans that will help students achieve their educational goals
One of the best qualities of Newman University is the upstanding education provided, but having a great education can be expensive no matter what University you attend. For this reason,… Continue reading Newman University offers loans that will help students achieve their educational goals
Investigative Summer Science Program wraps up another successful session
A total of 21 students from Kansas, Arkansas, Georgia, Missouri and Nebraska recently experienced the Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) at Newman University.
Students experience internship with Partnership for Global Justice
While some may be sleeping in, lounging by the pool or flipping through the pages of a favorite novel, students Annie Dang and Linnea Ristow started an internship together with… Continue reading Students experience internship with Partnership for Global Justice
Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. The event will kick off on Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. with a… Continue reading Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament