Get ready for this year’s Literary Festival themed “Sports and Literature,” featuring special keynote speaker Jerry Holt. Lit Fest kicks off on Thursday, March 31 and runs through Saturday, April 2.… Continue reading “Sports and Literature” – 17th annual Lit Fest
News
Brussels attack – alumnus reports on location
Charles Mommaerts, a Newman University alumnus, spoke with Wichita’s news station KWCH about the attack in Brussels. Mommaerts is a recent graduate of Newman University and played on the Newman tennis team.… Continue reading Brussels attack – alumnus reports on location
You’ve “goat” to be kidding! University drawing to benefit Newman Fund
Have you always wanted to own a goat? Have you always wanted to NOT own a goat? Regardless of where you stand, beginning on April 1, you will have a… Continue reading You’ve “goat” to be kidding! University drawing to benefit Newman Fund
Final Friday Mar. 25 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Local & State’ by Ann Resnick
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Local & State” by Ann Resnick as the seventh show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of paper/mixed media, which begins with a Final… Continue reading Final Friday Mar. 25 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Local & State’ by Ann Resnick
Newman University and Butler Community College finalize agreement
Newman University and Butler Community College have a newly finalized articulation agreement which is designed to provide students with a systematic and seamless transition for course credit between institutions. Newman… Continue reading Newman University and Butler Community College finalize agreement
Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
The 2016 National Wrestling Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., did not start out as planned for Newman University junior Dustin Reed. But the Newman wrestler ended up accomplishing something no… Continue reading Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard
After traveling nearly 1,200 miles to compete in the qualifying tournament, members of the Newman University Women’s Bowling Team will venture just 14 miles from campus next month to battle in… Continue reading Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard
Newman University names Brett Andrews dean of new business school
Newman University officials announced that Brett K. Andrews, MBA, Ph.D., has been named dean of the university’s new School of Business effective May 1, 2016. In August 2015 Newman revealed… Continue reading Newman University names Brett Andrews dean of new business school
Judo classes take off at Newman University
Athletic Director Vic Trilli recently informed the Newman University community that Judoka classes, instructed by Greg Gideon, on campus are taking off.
2016-17 Residence Life Student Leaders
For the 2016-2017 academic year, Residence Life is introducing new members as Resident assistants (RA) and members of the Resident Hall Association (RHA). Resident assistants have always been an integral part… Continue reading 2016-17 Residence Life Student Leaders
Annual Prayer Breakfast 2016
Newman University Campus Ministry is hosting its annual Prayer Breakfast 7:30-8:45 a.m. Thursday, March 31, serving up fruit, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy and hash browns with coffee and orange juice.… Continue reading Annual Prayer Breakfast 2016
Newman University announces tuition changes for 2016-17
The Newman University Board of Trustees has approved a 6 percent tuition increase for the 2016-2017 school year. Tuition rates will remain the same for the Advanced Standing program. With… Continue reading Newman University announces tuition changes for 2016-17
‘A Man for All Seasons’ closes theatre season
The Newman University Theatre Department closed its main season last weekend with the Sunday, March 6, showing of “A Man for All Seasons,” by Robert Bolt. This production was special to… Continue reading ‘A Man for All Seasons’ closes theatre season
Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville
Michael Austin, Ph.D., provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, has accepted an offer to become the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Evansville in Evansville,… Continue reading Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville
Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament
Newman University basketball hit the road Wednesday, March 2, and headed to Tulsa, to compete in the 2016 Heartland Conference Tournament. The men’s basketball team, 16-12 on the season and 9-11… Continue reading Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament
Sisters, student discuss India and ASCs during Mission Talk
The fourth Newman University Mission Talk of the 2015-16 academic year concerned “India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged.” Professor of Business Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, one of several speakers who have… Continue reading Sisters, student discuss India and ASCs during Mission Talk
Cardinal Newman Banquet celebrates outstanding alumni
On Saturday, Feb. 27, Newman University presented awards and honors to six outstanding alumni.
David Reed speaks on his role in ‘A Man For All Seasons’
The Newman University Theatre Department presents Robert Bolt’s “A Man for All Seasons“ for its spring theatrical production. The play is directed by Mark Mannette, Newman director of theatre. The… Continue reading David Reed speaks on his role in ‘A Man For All Seasons’
2016 Homecoming Week a success
With the arrival of March and the beginning of Spring just around the corner, Newman University’s Winter Homecoming is officially over. The weeks leading up to Homecoming Week in early… Continue reading 2016 Homecoming Week a success
Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start
With a nine-game winning streak, a video highlight (of second baseman Jacob Hamerle making a sliding catch into a wall) that has gone “national” and a ton of confidence on the… Continue reading Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start
Newman offers flexible, affordable adult student re-entry program
Newman University offers a wide range of options for students regardless of education level or age. The Newman adult re-entry program allows non-traditional students to continue their education without the financial… Continue reading Newman offers flexible, affordable adult student re-entry program
‘India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged’ focus of next Mission Talk
Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, will present a Mission Talk: “India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged,” from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 in the Roths Alumni Center in the Dugan Library… Continue reading ‘India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged’ focus of next Mission Talk
Students, alum return from Jamaica medical mission trip
Students Megan Hemel and McKenna Seiler traveled to Jamaica Feb. 8 for a medical mission trip with 23 other volunteers, including physicians, nurses, a physical therapist and those in training to join… Continue reading Students, alum return from Jamaica medical mission trip
Celebrating our namesake with Cardinal Newman Week
Newman University celebrated its namesake John Henry Cardinal Newman’s 215th birthday Sunday, Feb. 21, with a special Mass and after-Mass get-together as part of Heritage Month. John Henry Newman was… Continue reading Celebrating our namesake with Cardinal Newman Week
Fancy hats and lifted pinky fingers displayed at High Tea
Students, staff and faculty gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on Tuesday, Feb. 23, to celebrate a long-standing and well-known tradition at Newman University – “High Tea.” “This is one of my favorite… Continue reading Fancy hats and lifted pinky fingers displayed at High Tea
24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true
In theatre, the old saying goes, “The show must go on!” — even if the play was written only four hours before rehearsals began, and even if the actors and… Continue reading 24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true
Newman University announces $8.2M in anonymous gifts
Newman University has announced three anonymous gifts which provide a major segment of funds raised thus far for a capital campaign to upgrade existing health science facilities and to build the… Continue reading Newman University announces $8.2M in anonymous gifts
Record number turn out for first 2016 Accepted Student Day
The first of two scheduled Newman University Accepted Student Days brought a record number of potential students and their family members to campus Saturday, Feb. 20. Attendance was up 40… Continue reading Record number turn out for first 2016 Accepted Student Day
Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk
As part of Heritage Month, Sonja Bontrager, associate professor of Spanish at Newman University, presented a Mission Talk on “The ASC’s Mission and the Guatemala Study and Serve” Wednesday, Feb. 17. She… Continue reading Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk
JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month
JoAnn Mark, ASC, Ed.D., will return to Newman University Wednesday, Feb. 24 to present “The UN & 2030 Sustainable Development Goals” at 3:30 p.m. in Eck Hall 125. In May of last… Continue reading JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month
Houston starts diversity conversation during LEAD Series
Terri Houston, diversity expert from the Center for Leadership Development, Inc., spoke on the Newman University campus Wednesday, Feb. 11, as part of the 2015-16 LEAD Series. “The LEAD Series is… Continue reading Houston starts diversity conversation during LEAD Series
Theatre Department helps Wichita schools special needs kids with service project
Three years ago Associate Professor and Director of Theatre Mark Mannette conceived the idea to form a project that would help bring joy to the Circle of Friends, a group… Continue reading Theatre Department helps Wichita schools special needs kids with service project
Journalism student Delaney Hiegert’s article goes international
Newman University journalism student and softball player Delaney Hiegert recently completed an internship with the Wichita Eagle. An article she wrote about “social pets” was recently picked up by the… Continue reading Journalism student Delaney Hiegert’s article goes international
2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Newman University is gearing up for the 2016 Winter Homecoming basketball games. Many organizations on campus are planning events and other activities to help celebrate the week. In keeping with… Continue reading 2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Newman Sonography Program has ties to Galichia, sets student on new path
Joseph Galichia, M.D., president and founder of Galichia Medical Group, is known throughout Wichita as a pioneer in the field of interventional cardiology. What many people don’t know however, is… Continue reading Newman Sonography Program has ties to Galichia, sets student on new path
Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Newman University junior Dustin Reed was chosen as the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s Wrestler of the Year during the MIAA Tournament Feb. 14. Reed, who won the 125-pound title, is on… Continue reading Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
The Newman University Theatre Department will present for its spring theatrical production “A Man for All Seasons” at 8 p.m. March 3-5 and at 2 p.m. March 6. All shows… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Sacred Fibers: fibers expressed as holy, venerated, or spiritual” by the Susan De Wit Fiber Group as the sixth show of its 2015-2016… Continue reading Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
24-Hour Theatre Project a ‘high-adrenaline theatrical experience’
Newman University will host the 24-Hour Theatre Project Feb. 19-20 as part of its Heritage Month celebration. According to Mark Mannette, associate professor of theatre and director of the Theatre… Continue reading 24-Hour Theatre Project a ‘high-adrenaline theatrical experience’
Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’
In a teaching career spanning more than four decades, Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., has worked with colleagues to establish the highly respected Department of Biology at Newman… Continue reading Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’