Newman University staged a number of ceremonies and special events May 13 and 14 to celebrate Spring 2016 graduation.
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Residence hall renamed for Newman University President Noreen Carrocci
On Thursday, May 12, the Newman University student residence hall previously known as New Hall became Carrocci Hall in honor of current Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. The renaming… Continue reading Residence hall renamed for Newman University President Noreen Carrocci
Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
Newman University recognized 21 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 13 on the Newman campus. The event is a… Continue reading Newman University honors Spring 2016 nursing degree graduates
All-Alumni Reunion attendees to witness ground breaking of BGSC building
During the weekend of June 10-12, alumni and the Newman University community are invited to the All-Alumni Reunion, a weekend filled with special events including what will be a monumental… Continue reading All-Alumni Reunion attendees to witness ground breaking of BGSC building
Newman University to hold Spring 2016 graduation activities May 13-14
Newman University will stage a number of events May 13 and 14 to celebrate Fall 2015, Spring 2016, and Summer 2016 Graduates. Nurses’ Pinning Ceremony – Friday, May 13, 4 p.m.… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2016 graduation activities May 13-14
Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Freshman and pre-med major Linnea Ristow will travel to Uganda this summer to work for “Empower a Child,” a non-profit ministry organization that helps impoverished families in Uganda and Kenya… Continue reading Freshman finds passion in missionary work
Food, fun and prizes: CAB hosts Breakfast and Bingo
Newman University Campus Activities Board (CAB) put on its annual Breakfast and Bingo again this year and many students walked away with prizes. CAB is a student life, student-facilitated organization that… Continue reading Food, fun and prizes: CAB hosts Breakfast and Bingo
Wichita Mayor Longwell supports the Newman Fund, pays for goat insurance
On Tuesday morning, May 10, a rare visitor showed up at Wichita City Hall – complete with four legs and a tail. As is turns out, Mayor Jeff Longwell hadn’t… Continue reading Wichita Mayor Longwell supports the Newman Fund, pays for goat insurance
Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Wichita North High School senior Rogelio Martinez was one of the recipients of the Gates Scholarship, and is looking forward to attending Newman University on his journey to become a… Continue reading Gates Scholarship recipient pursuing his dreams at Newman University
Banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholar program students
Newman University honored 29 Wichita high school students at a banquet and ceremony May 4 for the students’ successful participation in two scholar programs, which are designed to help students… Continue reading Banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholar program students
Construction on Eck Hall has begun
This week marked the beginning of a new addition on the Newman University campus. Soon, there will be a walkway that leads from Eck Hall to the new Bishop Gerber Science… Continue reading Construction on Eck Hall has begun
Kimberly Long named Newman University provost, V.P. for Academic Affairs
Newman University officials announced that Kimberly C. McDowall Long, Ph.D., will be the new provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, effective July 1, 2016.
Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
On May 6, 2016, the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center served as the setting for the Newman Theatre Club’s first ever, end-of-the-year celebration, which featured the presentation of “Maria’s Awards,” the new theatre awards… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club holds its first Maria’s Awards ceremony
Newman University Men’s Society is newest addition to university clubs
This last year, the roster of clubs at Newman University got a little bigger. Among some of these new student clubs and organizations was the addition of the Newman University… Continue reading Newman University Men’s Society is newest addition to university clubs
Residence hall to be renamed for Newman University President Noreen Carrocci
On Thursday, May 12, the Newman University student residence hall recently known as New Hall became Carrocci Hall in honor of current Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. The renaming came… Continue reading Residence hall to be renamed for Newman University President Noreen Carrocci
Newman University senior athlete is also a successful entrepreneur
Newman senior and tennis player Arianna Raga has more to her title than student-athlete. She is also the owner of Brickhouse Grill, a restaurant in Bethany, Kan., that recently reopened.… Continue reading Newman University senior athlete is also a successful entrepreneur
Alumni medical professionals host special event for medical students
Six Newman University alumni who are now medical professionals joined forces on Monday, May 2 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center to host a gathering for medical students on campus. The alumni… Continue reading Alumni medical professionals host special event for medical students
Silent Auction helps provide shelter for displaced youth
On Friday, April 15 the Newman University Staff Assembly hosted the 2016 Silent Auction. The auction was held in connection with the Shut Out Human Trafficking Week events, and a portion of… Continue reading Silent Auction helps provide shelter for displaced youth
Spring Scholars Day set for May 6
The Newman University bi-annual Scholars Day will take place for degree-seeking students beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, May 6, for a jam-packed day of more than 100 presentations in the course of… Continue reading Spring Scholars Day set for May 6
Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Every student-athlete at Newman University, along with the entire Athletic Department, celebrated the second annual Jetspy awards Monday, May 2 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The Jetspy awards banquet, a… Continue reading Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Kemper Foundation awards $250,000 to Newman University Facing Forward campaign for renovated and new science facilities
The William T. Kemper Foundation – Commerce Bank, Trustee, of Kansas City, Mo., has awarded a $250,000 grant to Newman University in support of the upcoming Bishop Gerber Science Center… Continue reading Kemper Foundation awards $250,000 to Newman University Facing Forward campaign for renovated and new science facilities
Book buy-back is almost here
With the impending end of the semester, campus is peaking with activity. From finals, end of the year celebrations and other end of year activities all looming over the entirety of… Continue reading Book buy-back is almost here
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2016 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 21 on the Newman campus.
Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
The Newman University Women’s Bowling Team is hoping “home cooking” will help them make a successful run during the Intercollegiate Team Championships April 21-23 at Wichita’s Northrock Lanes. This is the 11th time… Continue reading Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
Newman University Music Department presents ‘Dancing Through Life’
The spring 2016 musical offering from the Newman University Music Department, “Dancing Through Life,” is a show within a show about the spring show at Newman. The show will be presented at… Continue reading Newman University Music Department presents ‘Dancing Through Life’
Ludlow estate gift to Newman University helps future students, university and donors
Newman University alumni Carm and Michael Ludlow, M.D. have made a bequest in their estate plans in the amount of $500,000 to their alma mater. The gift will be designated… Continue reading Ludlow estate gift to Newman University helps future students, university and donors
Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
The Newman University student-run newspaper, The Vantage, came home with 24 awards from the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference April 7 -8. The conference, held in downtown Wichita at the Drury… Continue reading Newman University Vantage staff members collect awards at Kansas conference
Video: Bo Bonner talks about the Pope, the Earth, and Oklahoma rednecks
Former Newman University faculty and karaoke divo Bo Bonner returns to discuss the Pope’s Laudato Si in this edition of the Lead Series themed “Care for the Earth” and titled… Continue reading Video: Bo Bonner talks about the Pope, the Earth, and Oklahoma rednecks
Spring 2016 Newman University Magazine published
The Spring 2016 issue of the Newman University Magazine has hit doorsteps of homes across the country. The online edition is also available at mag.newmanu.edu. Below are a few of… Continue reading Spring 2016 Newman University Magazine published
‘Shut Out Human Trafficking’ events help build awareness
Newman University has staged several events since April 11 to help build awareness of the modern scourge known as human trafficking. The events, part of “Shut Out Human Trafficking Awareness… Continue reading ‘Shut Out Human Trafficking’ events help build awareness
SGA announces elections, president-elect shares platform
On Tuesday evening, April 12, student leaders and Student Government Association Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates crowded around a table at Applebee’s and waited for election results to be released… Continue reading SGA announces elections, president-elect shares platform
‘Sports and Literature’ Lit Fest covers diverse topics
The 17th Annual Newman University Literary Festival drew about 360 people, who came to participate in and/or listen to readings, panel discussions, master classes and other activities. The festival, which… Continue reading ‘Sports and Literature’ Lit Fest covers diverse topics
Facing Forward campaign raises $1.56 million in recent gifts, Newman makes plans for June groundbreaking
Facing Forward Update Summary: Facing Forward – A Campaign for Newman University continues to move ever closer to its goal. Since the campaign was publicly announced on Feb. 6, the… Continue reading Facing Forward campaign raises $1.56 million in recent gifts, Newman makes plans for June groundbreaking
How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Newman University graduate Liz Peuchen received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in the spring of 2014. Now, Peuchen is working on her Ph.D. at Notre Dame and in the… Continue reading How Newman University prepared Liz Peuchen for Notre Dame
Retired OTA professor J.K. Werner retakes the wheel
On Wednesday, Apr. 6, J.K. “Jody” Werner, MA, OTR, a retired Newman University OTA professor, made a quick stop at the Wichita Newman University location to act as a guest… Continue reading Retired OTA professor J.K. Werner retakes the wheel
Professor relates philosophy with heavy metal
Newman University Associate Professor of Philosophy Chris Fox, Ph.D. can easily be spotted on campus with his signature style: loud shirts, curly long hair, and trendy glasses. Students and friends… Continue reading Professor relates philosophy with heavy metal
New courses offered for Newman Studies Program
The Newman Studies Program, which has been a part of Newman’s curriculum since fall 2011, will be offering new courses for the 2016 summer and fall semesters. The program is… Continue reading New courses offered for Newman Studies Program
One-Act Play Festival – Students direct theatre productions
The Newman University Directing II theatre class will host the 2016 Act-One Play Festival “MultiPlaycity II.” The plays will be presented at 7 p.m on April 7 and 8 in… Continue reading One-Act Play Festival – Students direct theatre productions
Newman University receives $1 million ‘challenge’ grant from the Mabee Foundation
Newman University has been issued a $1 million challenge grant from the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation of Tulsa, Okla., to support Facing Forward, a capital campaign to renovate existing… Continue reading Newman University receives $1 million ‘challenge’ grant from the Mabee Foundation
Annual Prayer Breakfast focuses on compassion
One of many Newman University traditions, the annual Prayer Breakfast, took place on Thursday morning, March 31. The purpose of the event is to set aside a special time of reflection and prayer.… Continue reading Annual Prayer Breakfast focuses on compassion