Newman University School of Social Work students and alumni gathered for the Student Association of Social Work’s first holiday social Wednesday, Dec. 2. Special guest and alumna Erika Walker spoke… Continue reading Social Work alumna speaks to students and alumni at MSW social
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Boese blogs about India experience with Bangalore ASC
Students Brandi Boese, senior, and Diana Stanley, junior, traveled to India last week on Newman University’s first ambassador trip to the Bangalore Chapter of the Adorers of the Blood of… Continue reading Boese blogs about India experience with Bangalore ASC
Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
All week, students, faculty and staff have enjoyed food and festivities with Newman University “Holly Days.” Organized by the Division of Student Life, “Holly Days” celebrates the season, with departments… Continue reading Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations
Finals week is almost here and students are pushing to finish papers, projects and presentations before they head home for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Some students have another challenge… Continue reading Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations
College scholarship advice from the director of undergrad admissions
For students seeking to make their education more affordable, there are many institutional and outside college scholarships that are available. These scholarships, whatever the size, can help take the bite… Continue reading College scholarship advice from the director of undergrad admissions
Get great deals on Christmas gifts at the NU Bookstore
If you haven’t yet finished your Christmas shopping, check out the Newman University Bookstore in the coming days for some great deals. The bookstore is currently holding an After-Thanksgiving Sale that includes 15 percent… Continue reading Get great deals on Christmas gifts at the NU Bookstore
Newman receives Kansas Health Foundation grant for science outreach programs
Newman University received a grant from the Kansas Health Foundation, Wichita, Kan., to support Newman science outreach programs in the upcoming 2016 year. According to Director of Grants Bill Meitl, this… Continue reading Newman receives Kansas Health Foundation grant for science outreach programs
Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Newman University graphic design students collaborated this year to continue the university’s relationship with Catholic Charities and the creation of its Christmas appeal. This is the fifth year Newman has… Continue reading Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program
Newman University – represented through the American Council on Education – is among the 53 higher education organizations and 535 education and financial aid institutions to request that the U.S. Congress extend the Perkins… Continue reading Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program
New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Newman University has hired a new sports information director, David Rung. Rung is replacing the former Newman SID, Tim Hanson, who held the position for four years. Hanson left Newman… Continue reading New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Newman named to Wichita Business Journal 2015 Newsmakers
Newman University has been named a 2015 Newsmaker by the Wichita Business Journal. The Journal is identifying people and businesses that made an impact in the local business community over the… Continue reading Newman named to Wichita Business Journal 2015 Newsmakers
Newman University sponsors Angel Tree to help those in need this Christmas
This Christmas season Newman University is again sponsoring a Salvation Army Angel Tree for students, faculty, and staff to help make this Christmas special for someone in need. The Angel… Continue reading Newman University sponsors Angel Tree to help those in need this Christmas
Women’s Basketball soars past York College
The Lady Jets are 3-1 on the season after defeating York College on Saturday, Nov. 21, 78-43. The Lady Jets won handily over York, shooting 29-of-72 from the field and… Continue reading Women’s Basketball soars past York College
Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
The Newman University volleyball team, which has broken three university records this season, garnered several postseason conference and all-region honors. Senior middle hitter Ashley Gonzalez, senior setter Alexus Litts and… Continue reading Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
Icer Vaughan receives CIO award from WBJ
Newman University Chief Information Officer Icer Vaughan was among those who received a Wichita Business Journal 2015 CIO Award on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the Hyatt Regency in Wichita. Vaughan was… Continue reading Icer Vaughan receives CIO award from WBJ
Students to open up study abroad with Indian ASCs
Newman students Brandi Boese, senior, and Diana Stanley, junior, will be spending their Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks a little differently than most students this year. Boese and Stanley will be… Continue reading Students to open up study abroad with Indian ASCs
Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
The Newman University Volleyball Team, with a record-setting regular season of 25-8, left early the morning of Nov. 19 on its way to the Heartland Conference Tournament in Fort Smith, Ark.… Continue reading Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 6
The Newman University Music Department will present their annual Christmas concert “The Magic of Christmas” at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 6, in the Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 6
Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Beginning tonight, Thursday Nov. 19, and continuing through the weekend, the Newman Theatre and Music Departments will present the classic musical, “Damn Yankees.” The show tells the story of Old… Continue reading Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
The opening week of the 2015-16 season could not have gone any better for Head Coach Mark Potter and the Newman Jets Men’s Basketball Team. After two victories last weekend in… Continue reading Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
The Wichita Community Foundation engaged Reach Advisors, a New York-based research firm founded by Wichita native James Chung, to determine what Wichita needs to do to reshape the future of… Continue reading Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
Newman University holds tree lighting and Christmas party
A Christmas tree lighting and party will be held 5-7 p.m Sunday, Dec. 6 on Founder’s Plaza on the Newman campus. The Christmas party will be hosted by the Student Alumni Board… Continue reading Newman University holds tree lighting and Christmas party
360Five Reminds You…
Newman360Five is here this week to remind you… Newman University has a lot of resources in the Dugan Library for you to be a successful student! Also, we have NU Cribz… Continue reading 360Five Reminds You…
Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
Not only will faculty and staff decorate doors and light Christmas trees to celebrate the season, but the entire Newman University community will also be able to take part in… Continue reading Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
University closes Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving break
Newman University will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday break. During the break, no classes will be held and offices will be… Continue reading University closes Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving break
President Carrocci pens Op-Ed on higher education
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. recently wrote an Op-Ed on the value of higher education and, specifically, a liberal arts education. An edited version of the piece was published… Continue reading President Carrocci pens Op-Ed on higher education
Final Friday Nov. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Shackleton’ screen prints by Kevin Mullins
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Shackleton” by Kevin Mullins as the fourth show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of mixed media and screen printing, which begins with… Continue reading Final Friday Nov. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Shackleton’ screen prints by Kevin Mullins
Paris attacks: French native and NU alum asks ‘Why?’
Newman University alumnus Robin Allard ’14 was just one hour away from being another victim of the recent Paris terrorist attacks. The first location of the Paris attacks occurred at… Continue reading Paris attacks: French native and NU alum asks ‘Why?’
Seminar, alumna book author explore the ‘British Invasion’ Nov. 13 – 14
Anyone old enough to know the difference between a “Rocker” and a “Mod” knows that the British music invasion of the 1960s was a thrilling era that set the course… Continue reading Seminar, alumna book author explore the ‘British Invasion’ Nov. 13 – 14
Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Richard Lapchick, Ph.D. delivered his lecture “Diversity in Sports” to a group of Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni on Tuesday, Nov. 10, covering civic and social issues including… Continue reading Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Bernadine Wessel, ASC speaks about immigrant women in South Korea
Bernadine Wessel, ASC spoke on the subject of Immigrant Women in South Korea during the Nov. 4 Mission Talk at Newman University. Immigrant women become wives to Korean men for… Continue reading Bernadine Wessel, ASC speaks about immigrant women in South Korea
Sarah Kroger: Catholic singer connects with NU students
Last week, the Newman University Campus Ministry Office hosted Sarah Kroger to continue the annual tradition of holding a concert in St. John’s Chapel. Kroger is a popular Catholic singer/songwriter from… Continue reading Sarah Kroger: Catholic singer connects with NU students
Joshua Papsdorf speaks to Public Relations Society on ethics
Joshua Papsdorf, Ph.D., associate professor of theology at Newman University, was the featured speaker at a meeting of the Kansas chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Oct. 27.… Continue reading Joshua Papsdorf speaks to Public Relations Society on ethics
Newman hires new Director of Career Services, revamps programs
Newman University has hired a new director of Career Services – Melody Head. Head was a high school business teacher for 32 years before she retired and began working at… Continue reading Newman hires new Director of Career Services, revamps programs
SGA Service Fair highlights volunteer opportunities
Newman University fosters a culture of service, encouraging faculty, staff and, especially, students to serve their community. This week, the Newman University Student Government Association invited Wichita-area organizations, including Rainbows United,… Continue reading SGA Service Fair highlights volunteer opportunities
Groundskeeper’s efforts should make for colorful Spring on Newman campus
While students and faculty were busy working on mid-term papers and tests, Newman University Head Groundskeeper Darrin McKim was tackling a major project of his own. He was planting 5,000 flower… Continue reading Groundskeeper’s efforts should make for colorful Spring on Newman campus
Library to host ‘Long Night Against Procrastination’
For students putting off their final research papers or capstone projects, there will soon be an opportunity to take that first step toward procrastination domination. The Dugan Library and the… Continue reading Library to host ‘Long Night Against Procrastination’
Three Newman University Alumni named ‘Best Docs’
Congratulations to three Newman University alumni, Bart Grelinger, Larry Hund and Patrick George Wolf who were placed on the Best Doctors in America List for 2015. The list is an… Continue reading Three Newman University Alumni named ‘Best Docs’
Special Kansas license plate available for Newman students, parents
Newman University is creating a special vehicle license plate for purchase. These plates are open to Kansas residents for purchase, but displaying Newman pride is a fantastic way for parents… Continue reading Special Kansas license plate available for Newman students, parents
Newman Campus Ministry holding time of consecration to Jesus from Oct. 19 to Nov. 21
Newman Campus Ministry is helping students, faculty and staff who want to deepen their faith with a time of preparation for consecration to Jesus Christ. The prayerful journey began Oct.… Continue reading Newman Campus Ministry holding time of consecration to Jesus from Oct. 19 to Nov. 21