The second of four Registration Days is set to take place on Friday, June 2. Incoming freshmen and transfer students will be lining up to learn about what their academic… Continue reading Upcoming Registration Day allows incoming students to get acquainted
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Newman to host five different summer camps on campus
Newman University is the happy host of five different camps, from wrestling to science to theatre, for students of all ages this summer. ENVISION CAMP: The Level Up Middle School Assistive Technology… Continue reading Newman to host five different summer camps on campus
Jennifer Gantz gives inside scoop on new Bishop Gerber Science Center
Although specifics of the new building’s design are being kept on the down low, it is no secret that students, faculty and staff at Newman have much to look forward to… Continue reading Jennifer Gantz gives inside scoop on new Bishop Gerber Science Center
54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
The Newman University community stretches 500 miles west of the Wichita city limits to Colorado Springs, where an off-campus location is home to an extension of the Master of Social… Continue reading 54 Newman graduates celebrate in Colorado Springs
Annual Silent Auction raises money for Starkey
On Friday, April 21, the Newman University Staff Assembly hosted the 2017 Silent Auction. Proceeds from the auction were shared between the Newman University Helping Hands Fund and Starkey — a local,… Continue reading Annual Silent Auction raises money for Starkey
Featured speakers at Commencement provide inspiration for graduates
The 2017 spring commencement ceremonies took place at Central Community Church on Saturday, May 13 with hundreds of graduates, along with their families and friends, in attendance. During the Undergraduate… Continue reading Featured speakers at Commencement provide inspiration for graduates
Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) pinning ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 13 in the DeMattias Performance Hall, followed by a reception in the Gorges Atrium. The ceremony honored the… Continue reading Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
After announcements are sent out, classes are finished and grades are finally posted — all that is left for soon-to-be-graduates to do is receive a diploma while looking fine in… Continue reading Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Chair of the Newman University Board of Trustees Linda S. Davison is set to complete her third and final term of service in September 2017. At this time, current Vice-Chair Teresa… Continue reading Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Spring 2017 Commencement ceremonies honor Newman University graduates
Hundreds gathered at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kan. on Saturday, May 13 during two separate ceremonies to honor the 2017 spring graduates during this year’s commencement ceremonies.
Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
The Spring 2017 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 12, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Newman University honored 18 nursing degree graduates during a long-standing traditional Nurses’ Pinning ceremony on Friday, May 12. Today, the pins received by graduating nursing students represent the school where… Continue reading Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman University honored 29 students at a celebration banquet on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center to recognize the students from around Wichita who participated in the… Continue reading Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D. along with 12 Newman University students will be joining Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. on his bi-annual trip to Europe this… Continue reading Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Wichita native and Newman University graduate student Rachel Greene is set to receive The League of Women Voters (LWV) Sandra Day O’Connor Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year. “I was thrilled,”… Continue reading Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Graduating senior Amanda Krook is using her leadership skills and personal experiences to pursue the path she is most passionate for — diagnostic medical sonography. Krook kicked off her college… Continue reading Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Two Newman faculty members are retiring after lengthy service at the university. A special retirement reception was held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, to honor Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic… Continue reading Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Saturday marked the 2nd Annual Maria Awards, a ceremony that recognizes student actors, tech, and the various productions the Newman Theatre Department has presented throughout the 2016-2017 academic year. The… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
On May 5, more than 120 Newman University senior students showed the Newman community the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Spring 2017 Scholars Day. Scholars… Continue reading Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman University will stage a number of events May 12 and 13 to celebrate Fall 2016, Spring 2017, and Summer 2017 Graduates. Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies taking place… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Student-athletes at Newman University have been recognized on the all-conference and all-region levels consistently over the course of each athletic season, but recognition on the national level is stretched sparingly. This season,… Continue reading Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
The atrium in the Dugan Library was home to a student-created art exhibit over the course of April 24-28, 2017. The exhibit, titled “The Future of Syria,” included the work of… Continue reading Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
The First Year Experience (FYE) Leaders are a group of students that are dedicated to enhancing the first-year experience for our students. They serve as resources for guests and students… Continue reading First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
An annual conference for “Reacting to the Past,” an innovative teaching method, will be hosted July 12 to 15 at Newman University. Associate Professor of History and Chair of the… Continue reading Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
Student-athletes attend third annual Jetspys Awards Banquet
On Sunday, April 30, Newman student-athletes and the entire Newman Athletic Department gathered to celebrate the third annual Jetspys event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference center.
Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
The anticipation of moving forward after graduating high school can be a time of excitement, nervousness and navigating the unknown. But for the students attending Newman beginning Fall 2017, the… Continue reading Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
The Newman University bi-annual Scholars Day will take place for degree-seeking students beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, May 5, for a jam-packed day of more than 100 presentations in the… Continue reading Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
Reading the online NU Magazine is kind of like time travel
The Spring 2017 Newman University Magazine covers several topics in regard to the university’s recent rebranding. To the University Relations Department, it seemed like an appropriate time to coordinate a redesign… Continue reading Reading the online NU Magazine is kind of like time travel
New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
In December 2016, Director of the Graduate Education Program and Assistant Professor of Education Gina Marx, was elected Vice President/President Elect of the International Coach Federation Heartland Chapter forKansas/Missouri. According to… Continue reading New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
Newman University recognizes outstanding individual in the Financial Aid Department
The Department of Financial Aid at Newman University is made up of amazing individuals who have helped incoming students throughout the years in countless ways. Among these individuals is Director… Continue reading Newman University recognizes outstanding individual in the Financial Aid Department
Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
Martina Viale is a freshman student at Newman University. She is originally from a small town in Italy — Borgarello. She is attending Newman while being sponsored by Go Campus, an… Continue reading Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
By Amy Geiszler-Jones Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences… Continue reading ‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson creates unique restaurant app for Wichitans
It’s the question we’ve all asked someone at some point in our lives — “Where do you want to go for dinner?” Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson is creating an app… Continue reading Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson creates unique restaurant app for Wichitans
Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
This summer, Newman University is offering 20 affordable workshops for teachers who are looking to earn their Continuing Education credits for re-licensure. Registration is open as of April 3, 2017.… Continue reading Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Editor’s Note: The following story by Christopher Riggs appeared in the April 21 edition of The Catholic Advance. Published here by permission. St. Joseph Parish to host seminarians who will study… Continue reading Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Banquet
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2017 Academic Honors and Awards Banquet, held April 19 on the Newman campus.
Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Newman alumna Christy Foos felt it was time to open a counseling center of her own after she saw a need for mental health therapists in South Central Kansas. The… Continue reading Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Newman SGA has their new president and vice president
Diversity, progress, and service. These are important focus points for the newly elected, President Vivian Hoang and Vice President Marisa-Nicole Zayat, of Newman University. The Newman Student Government Association (SGA)… Continue reading Newman SGA has their new president and vice president
Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
The Newman University Music Department will present its spring musical “Peace, Love and Music” Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29. The musical will be performed at 7:30 p.m. each evening… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
Newman CAB prepares for the annual Spring Fling
The Newman Campus Activities Board (CAB) is hosting its annual Spring Fling from 2 to 5 p.m on Saturday, April 22. The event will take place on the plaza located… Continue reading Newman CAB prepares for the annual Spring Fling