If you are asking yourself, “What is there to do on such a small campus?” — you’re in for a big surprise! In this episode of Newman 360Five, the team… Continue reading Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
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Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
The University Advancement Department at Newman University is looking for students to work at the upcoming Annual Giving phone-a-thon. Unlike previous phone-a-thons, students will be paid for their work calling Newman… Continue reading Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
Daughters of the Immaculata want to provide fellowship and faith to women on campus
“We are a group of Catholic women dedicated to nurturing relationships with Christ through the practice of prayer, formation, fellowship and service as demonstrated by Mary, the immaculate Mother of… Continue reading Daughters of the Immaculata want to provide fellowship and faith to women on campus
Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
The Newman University Campus Ministry office held its annual fall retreat at Camp Tawakoni in Wichita on Friday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 16. The purpose of the retreat was to combine service and… Continue reading Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
There comes a time each year when the Newman community misses its alumni a little too much. This is why the Alumni Relations office organizes athletic alumni reunions – events… Continue reading Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Newman University Career Services organized and held the Fall Job/Internship Fair for students on Tuesday, Oct. 11 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A total of 26 businesses participated by setting up… Continue reading Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
The Newman Theatre Department will host a group of theatre students from Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School this Friday, Oct. 21. The students will have an opportunity to see… Continue reading Kapaun Mt. Carmel theatre students enjoy events on campus
Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23
Director of the Newman Music Department Deanne Zogleman says students have been rehearsing since the first week of school for the fall concert, which will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct.… Continue reading Newman Music Department presents ‘A Mass Celebration’ fall concert Oct. 23
Oct. 20 LEAD Series features 40 Under 40 Panel
Newman University will present The LEAD Series – 40 Under 40 Panel at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 20 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public. The LEAD Series is a… Continue reading Oct. 20 LEAD Series features 40 Under 40 Panel
Health Care Professions Day
Saturday, Oct. 8, Newman University Health Care programs and Student Admissions joined together and held a Health Care Professions Day. This is the second year Health Care Professions Day (HCPD)… Continue reading Health Care Professions Day
T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Stacy Jones, Ph.D., associate professor of biology, leads a T&T class for freshman students, and every year each T&T class does a service project of their choosing. Four years ago,… Continue reading T&T service project shows 2nd graders the joy of reading
Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
On Oct. 7, Teresa Wilkerson, assistant dean of adult and transfer studies at Newman University, kicked off the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship Business Booster Series. This series was created specifically… Continue reading Teresa Wilkerson kicks off WSU Business Booster Event
Register and vote in upcoming election
Registering to vote in this year’s election for local, state and national offices is easier than one may think. The Registrar’s Office, at Sacred Heart Hall Room 230, has Kansas voter registration… Continue reading Register and vote in upcoming election
National conference invites local author and Newman alumna Clare Vanderpool to speak
Newman alumna and award-winning local author Clare Vanderpool will be among the speakers at KidLitCon 2016, which will be held Oct. 14 and 15 at the Drury Inn Broadview Hotel in Wichita. KidLitCon… Continue reading National conference invites local author and Newman alumna Clare Vanderpool to speak
Being a first generation college graduate will be a proud moment for these two Newman students
Maria Martinez and Gabriela Figueroa both have one semester left before they graduate with education degrees earned at the Newman University Western Kansas Center in Dodge City. While they may have the… Continue reading Being a first generation college graduate will be a proud moment for these two Newman students
No Classes on Friday, Oct. 14 in observance of Fall Break
Fall Break is here — and that means students will get some well-deserved rest after working hard preparing for their midterms. All offices on campus will be closed on Friday,… Continue reading No Classes on Friday, Oct. 14 in observance of Fall Break
Final Friday Oct. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Dynamic’ with eight artists
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present the exhibit “Dynamic” that will feature eight artists. The exhibit was curated by Gehry Kohler and begins with a Final Friday reception from 5… Continue reading Final Friday Oct. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Dynamic’ with eight artists
Dinner shows thanks to Advanced Standing teachers
A dinner was held on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Newman University to thank the teachers throughout Wichita and surrounding areas who are a part of the Advanced Standing program at… Continue reading Dinner shows thanks to Advanced Standing teachers
Westar Energy donates $15K to Facing Forward campaign
Representatives of Westar Energy visited Newman University Sept. 29 to present a gift of $15,000 to help support nursing and science education facilities at Newman through the Facing Forward campaign.… Continue reading Westar Energy donates $15K to Facing Forward campaign
Levi Esses receives Bethany Athletic Association Award of Merit
Dean of Students Levi Esses was selected to receive the 2016 Bethany Athletic Association Award of Merit. “I was surprised! It was just an honor to receive the Award of Merit and just… Continue reading Levi Esses receives Bethany Athletic Association Award of Merit
Trunk or Treat community event hosted by student life at Newman University
Grab your costume and start your Halloween early with “Trunk or Treat” from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 27 at Wilkins Field. Trunk or Treat is a service project… Continue reading Trunk or Treat community event hosted by student life at Newman University
Students invite families to participate in Family Weekend
This past weekend marked the annual Family Weekend, a chance for Newman students to invite their families to visit, partake in events both on and off campus and receive a… Continue reading Students invite families to participate in Family Weekend
Men’s bowling team strikes big win at MidStates Championship
The Newman University Men’s Bowling Team won the MidStates Championship at Northrock Lanes in Wichita during the weekend of Oct. 8-9. It was the first time ever for the Newman… Continue reading Men’s bowling team strikes big win at MidStates Championship
New awards to honor community difference makers
With a goal to recognize individuals and organizations for the positive impact they create for our community, Newman University and the Wichita Eagle and Kansas.com announced the establishment of the… Continue reading New awards to honor community difference makers
Down Syndrome Buddy Walk is an opportunity for community to unite
The Down Syndrome Society of Wichita (DSSW) will be holding its 13th annual Buddy Walk Oct. 8, at Wichita State University Cessna Stadium, located on 21st Street and Hillside. How it… Continue reading Down Syndrome Buddy Walk is an opportunity for community to unite
Success week helps students conquer midterms
Newman University Success Week Oct. 3-7 is providing help for students on the eve of fall midterms. The daily events are designed to help students achieve high grades on their presentations,… Continue reading Success week helps students conquer midterms
Triathlon team races into first year
Triathlon is a sport at Newman University this year. Coach Jeff Lovgren comes to Newman with years of experience in the sport. Lovgren, along with Coach Heidi Coble, are leading the first institution-sponsored college… Continue reading Triathlon team races into first year
Jill Fort, Ph.D. of Newman University to be honored at KICA awards reception
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D. said she was shocked and honored at the news that she would be receiving a Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) Faculty of Distinction… Continue reading Jill Fort, Ph.D. of Newman University to be honored at KICA awards reception
President’s Community Service Honor Roll again recognizes Newman University
Newman University is again being honored for its service to others by being named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for 2015. This marks the sixth time… Continue reading President’s Community Service Honor Roll again recognizes Newman University
Newman faculty Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attend WIBA event
Newman University faculty members Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attended a Wichita Independent Business Association (WIBA) event Sept. 28 featuring a training seminar titled Disney’s Approach to Business Excellence. For the first… Continue reading Newman faculty Audrey Hane and Gina Marx attend WIBA event
Upcoming job fair provides a unique opportunity for Newman students
The Newman University Fall Job and Internship Fair will take place from 3:30-6 p.m., Oct. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The job fair will feature 22 employees looking to… Continue reading Upcoming job fair provides a unique opportunity for Newman students
CAB hosts Band and Bonfire event
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) hosted their first ever Band and Bonfire night on Sept. 28. The event was planned by senior Josie Jenkins and sophomore Brandon Steiner. If you… Continue reading CAB hosts Band and Bonfire event
What goes into creating Party on the Plaza?
Party on the Plaza is a major fundraising event for Newman University. The event itself only lasts a few hours one day of the year, but the planning that goes… Continue reading What goes into creating Party on the Plaza?
Another successful year for Party on the Plaza
The results are in! Party on the Plaza 2016 raised more than $140,000 for student scholarships at Newman University. More than 460 attendees came to the university’s biggest fundraiser in… Continue reading Another successful year for Party on the Plaza
Gary A. Lamberti, Ph.D. speaks at Newman for the Hesburgh Lecture Series
Students, faculty and staff were given the opportunity to sit in on a talk about the global freshwater crisis and what solutions are being formed to make a difference. Professor… Continue reading Gary A. Lamberti, Ph.D. speaks at Newman for the Hesburgh Lecture Series
Triumph of Love: Small cast, big musical
After memorizing songs, dance moves and a multitude of puns, a cast of seven will be presenting the 2016 Newman musical, Triumph of Love, written by Pierre de Marivaux and… Continue reading Triumph of Love: Small cast, big musical
Newman University students have an opportunity to get a free flu shot
Have you gotten your flu shot yet? The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) has purchased 100 doses of the Quadrivalent Influenza Vaccine and will be administering the vaccination to… Continue reading Newman University students have an opportunity to get a free flu shot
Nursing & Allied Health students participate in Board of Trustees dinner
Last Thursday marked the quarterly Board of Trustees dinner held at Newman University. Each meeting showcased a different department. For the month of Sept., students of Nursing and Allied Health were featured.… Continue reading Nursing & Allied Health students participate in Board of Trustees dinner
Newman community loses a beloved friend and colleague
Emily Dickinson once said, “Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality.” Those who knew and loved Professor of Education Don Hufford, Ph.D. will certainly keep him alive in… Continue reading Newman community loses a beloved friend and colleague
First volleyball conference match at home
The Newman women’s volleyball team will have their first conference match at home against St. Edwards on Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. With an overall score of 12-5 and a… Continue reading First volleyball conference match at home