On May 16, Newman University awarded degrees to 22 candidates for associate’s degrees, 184 candidates for bachelor’s degrees, and 210 candidates for master’s degrees during its Commencement Ceremony. In this… Continue reading 2015 Spring Graduates reflect on their Newman experience
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Newman University honors spring 2015 graduates at ceremonies, commencement
Newman University staged a number of ceremonies and special events May 15 and 16 to celebrate Spring 2015 graduation. This year, two of the major events were moved to new… Continue reading Newman University honors spring 2015 graduates at ceremonies, commencement
Newman University M.S.Ed. hooding ceremony gives extra recognition for graduates
More than 70 May 2015 and August 2015 graduates of the Newman University Master of Science in Education program were recognized May 15. Honorees and their families and friends packed the Dugan Gorges… Continue reading Newman University M.S.Ed. hooding ceremony gives extra recognition for graduates
Newman hosts Baccalaureate ceremony at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
With the adjustment from two graduation events each year to one single event in the spring, Newman University made some changes to this year’s graduation event locations. Due to the… Continue reading Newman hosts Baccalaureate ceremony at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Newman University announces customized license plates
Newman University has announced the introduction of the first NU license plates! Newman alums, faculty, staff, students and any other NU fans are encouraged to sign up and be among the… Continue reading Newman University announces customized license plates
Newman salutes departing faculty and staff
Several faculty and staff members who have left or will soon be leaving Newman University were recognized for their service at the university-wide Community Meeting May 19 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading Newman salutes departing faculty and staff
Over $1,000 raised by Newman students for Nepal earthquake victims
Earlier this month Newman students Suwash Gautam along with his wife Pamela had the idea to create and sell handcrafted bracelets representing the distinct cultures of Nepal and Newman University. The bracelets, which… Continue reading Over $1,000 raised by Newman students for Nepal earthquake victims
Up to the Minute newsletter to be published every two weeks for the summer
After today’s issue, the Up to the Minute newsletter will be sent out every other week during the summer. Regular weekly editions will begin again during the first week of the 2015 Fall… Continue reading Up to the Minute newsletter to be published every two weeks for the summer
Newman students travel abroad over the summer
During the 2015 summer break, Newman University faculty members are leading two international trips for students. Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager is guiding a group of Newman students in Guatemala this summer… Continue reading Newman students travel abroad over the summer
Chorale, faculty and staff members head to Chicago for chorale festival
After three trips over the past eight years to Carnegie Hall in New York City and to the Lincoln Center in Washington D.C., the Newman University Chorale is set to make its debut… Continue reading Chorale, faculty and staff members head to Chicago for chorale festival
Newman University summer basketball camps offered in June
The Newman men’s and women’s basketball teams have announced summer camps for the month of June. The Mark Potter Day Camp will take place June 15-17, and the Newman Team… Continue reading Newman University summer basketball camps offered in June
Newman University graduation presentation of candidates: Somebody has to do it!
It takes many dedicated individuals coming together and working many long hours to make a major event like the Newman University Spring 2015 Commencement successful. Newman Registrar Shirley Rueb led the commencement committee… Continue reading Newman University graduation presentation of candidates: Somebody has to do it!
Newman holds pinning ceremony for Occupational Therapy Assistant students
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Pinning Ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 16 in Performance Hall in the Newman University De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The ceremony honored the completion… Continue reading Newman holds pinning ceremony for Occupational Therapy Assistant students
Newman University honors Spring 2015 nursing degree graduates
Newman University recognized 26 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 15 on the Newman campus. The event is a… Continue reading Newman University honors Spring 2015 nursing degree graduates
Newman’s Sloppy Joes close season with a bang
On May 13, the Newman University Sloppy Joe Improv presented “Pie a Prof” in the Jabara Flexible Theatre on the Newman campus. Students decided on three members of faculty and staff… Continue reading Newman’s Sloppy Joes close season with a bang
Newman University to hold Spring 2015 graduation activities May 15-16
Newman University will stage a number of events May 15 and 16 to celebrate 2015 graduation. Nurses’ Pinning Ceremony A Nurses’ Pinning ceremony will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m.,… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2015 graduation activities May 15-16
Counseling Program recognized as one of the top programs in the nation for Christian colleges
For a second time this year, the Newman University Counseling Program has been recognized as one of the top programs in the nation. This time, the program has been selected as… Continue reading Counseling Program recognized as one of the top programs in the nation for Christian colleges
Newman partners with Genesis Health Club for student discounts
Newman University has recently announced its partnership with Genesis Health Club. Partnering together gives Newman a way to encourage health and fitness to the student body. Every undergraduate student enrolled in… Continue reading Newman partners with Genesis Health Club for student discounts
Message from new SGA Senate Leader
Newman University SGA Senate Leader Emilie Leivian was elected April 29. Along with the other 20 senators, plus two incoming freshmen and one transfer senators to be elected in the fall, Leivian is… Continue reading Message from new SGA Senate Leader
NU bids farewell to faculty members
Farewell parties were staged this past week to honor six faculty members who are retiring or otherwise leaving Newman University at the end of the Spring 2015 semester. Many nembers… Continue reading NU bids farewell to faculty members
Benefits of attending a Catholic College
You’ve decided to go to college, continue your education, and achieve what 70 percent of the U.S. population could only dream of, getting a degree. Attending a college is more… Continue reading Benefits of attending a Catholic College
Newman University students to present at third annual Scholar’s Day
On May 8 Newman juniors and seniors will perform presentations at the annual Scholar’s Day event on the university campus. The event will feature original research, projects and papers by each student.… Continue reading Newman University students to present at third annual Scholar’s Day
Newman salutes nursing faculty, staff, students during National Nurses Week
Newman University officials offer a proud salute to nursing program faculty, staff and students during National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12.
Here’s mud in your eye: Newman CAB hosts mud volleyball event for students
On May 3, the Newman University Campus Activities Board hosted a “Mud Volleyball” tournament on the Newman campus for students. The rules of regular volleyball also apply to mud volleyball… Continue reading Here’s mud in your eye: Newman CAB hosts mud volleyball event for students
NU Library extends hours and offers conveniences during Finals Week
Finals Week is once again upon us. The Newman University Dugan Library staff has made an effort to make Finals Week a little less stressful by offering extended hours and providing… Continue reading NU Library extends hours and offers conveniences during Finals Week
Newman University SGA elections results
The votes have been tabulated and the results are in for two 2015-16 Student Government Association elections conducted this month. Brandon Gollhofer and Brandi Boese were elected SGA president and… Continue reading Newman University SGA elections results
2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
The 2015 ICT Art DOG (Day of Giving) campaign ends with a loud bark of gratitude. Wichita Community Foundation President and CEO Shelly Prichard announced in an email to the… Continue reading 2015 Art DOG campaign raises over $1 million
Silent Auction comes through for those in need
Newman University Staff Assembly’s 15th Annual Silent Auction took place on Friday, April 17, 2015. To date, more than $2,300 has been collected from bid donations. The proceeds from the… Continue reading Silent Auction comes through for those in need
Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
With just under 950 registrants already signed up, it looks like it will be another promising year for the Wichita Gladiator Dash. The June 6 event will once again be held at Sedgwick… Continue reading Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager will again guide a group of Newman University students through Guatemala this summer to study the local culture and serve disenfranchised members of the communities. This… Continue reading Newman students to study and serve in Guatemala, El Salvador
Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
The artwork of graduating seniors Austin Solis, Gloria Esparza and Lisa Pleskan has been on display in the DeMattias Hallway since their senior show, “Idiosyncrasy,” debuted April 24. The students express their varying views and perspectives… Continue reading Graduating seniors showcase art in ‘Idiosyncrasy’ at Newman University
DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett spoke to nearly 70 Newman students, faculty and staff members April 27 at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Bennett’s talk was titled, “Our responsibility to… Continue reading DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Newman University to present spring musical ‘Raise Your Glass’ April 30 – May 2
The Newman University Music Department will present the musical “Raise Your Glass” at 7:30 p.m., April 30 through May 2 in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Newman University to present spring musical ‘Raise Your Glass’ April 30 – May 2
ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
Newman University art students chalked the campus sidewalks depicting the ICT Art Dog to help promote this year’s ICT Art Day Of Giving event. Last year, donors helped raise over… Continue reading ICT Art Day of Giving begins Friday
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 2014 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 22 on the Newman campus. The… Continue reading Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation
Newman Psychology students excel at conference
This year Newman University had five students take their psychology research projects to the Southwestern Psychological Association (SWPA) conference. This was the first time Newman had research presented at this… Continue reading Newman Psychology students excel at conference
Student Association of Social Work collects bags for children in need
During the last several weeks, the Student Association of Social Work (SASW) has been collecting suitcases, backpacks and other bags for kids in foster care who many times have nothing… Continue reading Student Association of Social Work collects bags for children in need
Newman University and Wichita Adore Ministries to hold outdoor Adoration April 26
The Newman University community and members of the Wichita Adore Ministries will join together for an evening of Eucharistic Adoration and Prayer in front of the Newman Marian Grotto Sunday, April… Continue reading Newman University and Wichita Adore Ministries to hold outdoor Adoration April 26
Coach Potter to watch son’s PGA Tour debut
“It is priceless to be able to enjoy all of this with him!” – Newman University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Potter on traveling to New Orleans to witness his… Continue reading Coach Potter to watch son’s PGA Tour debut
Newman Campus Activities Board to host ‘Spring Fling’ April 25
On April 25 Newman University Campus Activities Board will host a “Spring Fling” celebration on the Newman campus. The event will run from 2 to 6 p.m. and will be… Continue reading Newman Campus Activities Board to host ‘Spring Fling’ April 25