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
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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
Newman students find dream golf house
There is great camaraderie among all of the Newman athletic teams, but one team in particular is a little closer than the others… literally closer. Last year the members of… Continue reading Newman students find dream golf house
Party on the Plaza 2016 puts the “fest” in “Ocktoberfest”
Fugate Gymnasium was filled with approximately 450 people as the 2016 Party on the Plaza festivities commenced, as popular event moved indoors due to rainy weather. Since 2010, Newman University has… Continue reading Party on the Plaza 2016 puts the “fest” in “Ocktoberfest”
Black, Borho, Carney, Do and Galichia join Newman University Board of Trustees
Newman University officials announced that Brian A. Black, David Borho, John Carney, Pat Do, M.D., and Joseph Galichia, M.D. have joined the university’s Board of Trustees, effective Sept. 22. Brian… Continue reading Black, Borho, Carney, Do and Galichia join Newman University Board of Trustees
FASB selects Newman adjunct John Exline for position
Newman University adjunct John Exline currently teaches Managerial Accounting for the MBA program and is described by his fellow workers as being, “eminently qualified,” “hardworking,” and “passionate.”
Steckline Gallery to present its second show of the 2016-17 season
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will feature “Hard Pressed and Pulled,” the second show of the 2016-17 season. The exhibit will feature the work of Wichita artists Doug Billings,… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present its second show of the 2016-17 season
Senior Bailey McGuffey plans Halloween costume drive for capstone project
Senior Bailey McGuffey is reaching out to the community for help with her capstone project. McGuffey will be holding a Halloween costume drive, which involves collecting new and gently used… Continue reading Senior Bailey McGuffey plans Halloween costume drive for capstone project
History Club Welcomes Constitution Day Speaker
On September 19, Deputy District Attorney Justin Edwards gave a speech about our Constitution and held a Q&A for the faculty and staff. Justin Edwards graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law… Continue reading History Club Welcomes Constitution Day Speaker
Students push for a tobacco-free campus
The Student Government Association (SGA) at Newman University began its research for a tobacco-free campus in the Spring of 2015, and could see results as soon as 2017. There is… Continue reading Students push for a tobacco-free campus
Wichita Business Journal honors Newman Health Care Heroes
Last Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita, Kan., an event was held by the Wichita Business Journal honoring “Health Care Heroes” in the Wichita community. This… Continue reading Wichita Business Journal honors Newman Health Care Heroes
Newman presents Triumph of Love, a musical
October 6 marks the first performance of the fall musical, Triumph of Love. The performance will take place in the De Mattias Performance Hall. The show is based on an 18th Century… Continue reading Newman presents Triumph of Love, a musical
Soccer team unites players from around the world
In most countries, soccer is not called soccer. In fact, it is mostly known as ‘football’ around the world. Many of the players on the Newman men’s soccer team are from… Continue reading Soccer team unites players from around the world
Newman student Linnea Ristow shares her summer with those in need
Sophomore biology major Linnea Ristow didn’t spend her summer break the way many students do. Instead of heading to the lake or beach, she spent her twelve weeks of freedom… Continue reading Newman student Linnea Ristow shares her summer with those in need
Party on the Plaza tickets are a hot commodity
The halls at Newman University are filling with anticipation for the university’s signature fundraiser. The Party on the Plaza is almost upon us. Have you purchased your tickets yet?
Newman invites history speaker Beth Bailey to present Sept. 29
Newman University welcomes history professor and expert Beth Bailey, Ph.D., who will speak from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Bailey is currently a Foundation… Continue reading Newman invites history speaker Beth Bailey to present Sept. 29
Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti
At 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, in the Dugan Gorges Conference Center, Newman University will host the annual Hesburgh Lecture. This year’s speaker is Professor of Biological Sciences Gary A.… Continue reading Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti
Women’s volleyball team sets NCAA Division II record
This past weekend, Friday, Sept. 9, the Newman women’s volleyball team played at the New Victorian Inn and Suites/Runza Fall Classic against Black Hills State in Kearney, Neb. What makes… Continue reading Women’s volleyball team sets NCAA Division II record
Wendy Glick to speak at Newman University LEAD Series
On Sept. 20, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Inc. Wendy Glick will kick off this year’s LEAD Series, with a discussion of her stewardship work with both Catholic Charities and… Continue reading Wendy Glick to speak at Newman University LEAD Series
September Final Friday at Steckline Gallery will feature a group of talented artists
The Newman University Steckline Gallery is set to present “Hard Pressed and Pulled,” its second show of the 2016-17 season. The exhibit will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5… Continue reading September Final Friday at Steckline Gallery will feature a group of talented artists
St. Maria De Mattias Mission Talk educates and enlightens
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC began the academic year’s first Mission Talk on Wednesday, Sept. 14 by informing her audience that she will be doing this season’s talks based on a… Continue reading St. Maria De Mattias Mission Talk educates and enlightens
Newman University family embodied in 4th generation ‘legacy’ Andrew Sabala
Those who know Newman University best often point to its family atmosphere as being one of the school’s strengths. For students like Andrew Sabala, family and Newman just seem to… Continue reading Newman University family embodied in 4th generation ‘legacy’ Andrew Sabala
St. Maria De Mattias focus of first Mission Talk Sept. 14
St. Maria De Mattias and Founders Plaza will be the subjects of the first lecture in the 2016-2017 series of four “Mission Talks” at Newman University. The talk will be presented by… Continue reading St. Maria De Mattias focus of first Mission Talk Sept. 14
Newman alumnus Cody Kelly finds success after hardship
Cody Kelly started his education at Newman University in 2009, only to be thrown a curveball within the first few weeks. He’d already been dealing with the loss of his… Continue reading Newman alumnus Cody Kelly finds success after hardship
SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
Newman University, like many universities, has a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) to represent the school and its student-athletes — but they want to make sure everyone on campus plays a part,… Continue reading SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
First ‘Art for Lunch’ event of 2016-17 features Tara Walker
On Tuesday, Sept. 6, Tara Hufford Walker presented “Subject Matters” in the Steckline Gallery at Newman University. Students, faculty, and friends gathered to enjoy this “Art for Lunch” event hosted by… Continue reading First ‘Art for Lunch’ event of 2016-17 features Tara Walker
Construction process includes new roof for Eck Hall
In preparation for the new academic year, the 20-year-old roof of Eck Hall was renovated over the summer. Mahaney Roofing Company of Wichita began the installation process on June 15 and… Continue reading Construction process includes new roof for Eck Hall
Western Kansas school districts partner with Newman in student teaching efforts
When Director of the Newman University Western Kansas Center Jessica Bird took a district leadership class, little did she know that it would kick-start a brand new program to enhance the… Continue reading Western Kansas school districts partner with Newman in student teaching efforts