The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Upon Further Inspection” and “Carved Porcelain” by Ryan Harjo, Dane Jones, and Natalie Brown as the fourth show of its 2011-2012 season. The… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Upon Further Inspection’ and Carved Porcelain’ Nov. 25 – Dec. 16
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Newman University to host reading, signing of Bryan Dietrich’s new book Nov. 11
Newman University will host an event to launch Professor of English Bryan D. Dietrich’s latest book The Assumption from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11 in the Jabara Flexible… Continue reading Newman University to host reading, signing of Bryan Dietrich’s new book Nov. 11
Newman Speaker’s Bureau launching soon
Coming very soon Newman University will open its first Speaker’s Bureau to the public. The Speaker’s Bureau consists of staff and faculty members who are available to provide speeches on… Continue reading Newman Speaker’s Bureau launching soon
Check out President’s Blog from Israel
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. recently returned from a trip to Israel, where she was among a group of 12 Midwestern university presidents invited to travel to the… Continue reading Check out President’s Blog from Israel
Daylight-Saving Time ends this Sunday, Nov. 6
Get ready to change your clocks back for the end of Daylight-Saving Time. This time we will gain an hour. The time change will occur at 2 a.m. on Sunday… Continue reading Daylight-Saving Time ends this Sunday, Nov. 6
Soles4Souls drive rescheduled to Dec. 5
The Soles4Souls shoe drive has been rescheduled. The drive will begin Dec. 5 instead of the earlier posted date of Nov. 11.
Women’s Basketball Opens Wednesday at Arkansas
The Newman women’s basketball team will open its 2010-11 campaign Wednesday evening with a highly-anticipated exhibition contest against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Tip-time for the contest is slated for 7 p.m.… Continue reading Women’s Basketball Opens Wednesday at Arkansas
Today’s Visitors
NU welcomes our new visitors on campus today! Tiffani Ohmer, Center Place Restoration High School senior, Independence, Mo., sonography; Adam Smith, Barton County Community College transfer, Great Bend, Kan., deciding;… Continue reading Today’s Visitors
Volleyball Hosts Arkansas-Fort Smith in Final Home Series
The Newman volleyball team concludes the home portion of its 2011 schedule with a pair of late-week games against Arkansas-Fort Smith on Thursday and Friday. Both games will begin at… Continue reading Volleyball Hosts Arkansas-Fort Smith in Final Home Series
Newman University to present ‘Lend Me A Tenor’ Nov. 17 – 20
First play of Newman revived theatre program The Newman University Theatre Department will present Ken Ludwig’s “Lend Me A Tenor” at 8 p.m. Nov. 17, 18 and 19, and at… Continue reading Newman University to present ‘Lend Me A Tenor’ Nov. 17 – 20
Newman to begin collecting for ‘Soles4Souls’ shoe drive Nov. 11
From Nov. 11 to Dec. 19, Newman will be collecting shoes for the “Soles4Souls” shoe drive. People can drop off any lightly worn shoes and their shoes will be donated… Continue reading Newman to begin collecting for ‘Soles4Souls’ shoe drive Nov. 11
Newman University Music Department to present ‘Poetry in Music’
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will present their first vocal music concert of the year on Sunday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. in historic St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred… Continue reading Newman University Music Department to present ‘Poetry in Music’
Newman University History Department Speaker Series welcomes author, blogger of ‘Making Sense of Jihad’ Nov. 3
Most Americans are aware of the uprisings against governments in the Middle East over the past year. Few, however, may understand the scenes they see in the media, some quite… Continue reading Newman University History Department Speaker Series welcomes author, blogger of ‘Making Sense of Jihad’ Nov. 3
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Newman closed tomorrow at noon for Fall Break
That’s right! Newman will close at noon tomorrow, Oct. 21 for Fall Break. No classes will be held and all offices will be closed in the afternoon. The university will reopen… Continue reading Newman closed tomorrow at noon for Fall Break
Ceramic workshop with artist Katrina Florell set for Oct. 26
Artist Katrina Florell will hold a lecture and demonstration on ceramic molds and slip-dipping from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 26 in the ceramics studio in the De Mattias… Continue reading Ceramic workshop with artist Katrina Florell set for Oct. 26
The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents ‘This Land is My Home,’ a lecture by Columban priest Father Bill Morton Nov. 2
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University will present Father Bill Morton, a Columban priest from El Paso, Texas, at a lecture set for 7 p.m. on Nov.… Continue reading The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents ‘This Land is My Home,’ a lecture by Columban priest Father Bill Morton Nov. 2
Newman University students to host ‘Heimerman Halloween Odyssey’ to support food, toy drive
You know that strange round building called the Heimerman Science Center? Well, next week numerous Newman student groups are joining together to transform their science building into the “Heimerman Halloween Odyssey… Continue reading Newman University students to host ‘Heimerman Halloween Odyssey’ to support food, toy drive
Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Silent Conversation’ by Michaela Valli Groeblacher
Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will present “Silent Conversation” by ceramic sculptor Michaela Valli Groeblacher. The exhibit, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday,… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Silent Conversation’ by Michaela Valli Groeblacher
Great turnout for Newman Family and Alumni Weekend
This year’s Family and Alumni Weekend had a great turnout despite the weather. Although the weather forced organizers to move the tailgate event indoors, Family Weekend’s Men’s Soccer Tailgate included… Continue reading Great turnout for Newman Family and Alumni Weekend
Newman closes at noon next Friday for Fall Break
That’s right! Newman will close at noon Friday, Oct. 21 for Fall Break. No classes will be held and all offices will be closed in the afternoon. The university will reopen… Continue reading Newman closes at noon next Friday for Fall Break
Coming Nov. 2: Gerber Institute lecture by Bill Morton
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies presents the Speakers Series on “Land” Part 1 by Bill Morton, Nov. 2, 2011. A Colombian priest from El Paso, Texas, Fr. Morton will address issues of… Continue reading Coming Nov. 2: Gerber Institute lecture by Bill Morton
Support NU athletics at Jets Madness
Join us Friday Oct. 14 for Newman’s annual Jets Madness on campus in the Fugate Gymnasium. Events include a 3-point shootout, slam dunk contest, crowd competitions with awesome prizes, team… Continue reading Support NU athletics at Jets Madness
Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence
Verizon Wireless, StepStone and the Newman University Department of Social Work will present a special screening of the documentary “Telling Amy’s Story” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Performance… Continue reading Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence
Party on the Plaza raises $91K for scholarship support
This was a successful year for Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza event. Drawing nearly 500 people to the campus, it raised more than $91,000 to support scholarships at… Continue reading Party on the Plaza raises $91K for scholarship support
Newman Jets to take part in Kansas 150 Festival Oct. 8
Members of the Newman University Women’s Basketball Team and Cheer/Dance squad will participate in the parade set for 11 a.m., Oct. 8 in downtown Wichita to celebrate the 150th anniversary… Continue reading Newman Jets to take part in Kansas 150 Festival Oct. 8
University to celebrate Newman feast day Oct. 9
Newman University will celebrate the first feast day of Blessed John Henry Newman with a Mass at noon* and 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9 in St. John’s Chapel. The feast day was… Continue reading University to celebrate Newman feast day Oct. 9
This year’s first ‘Mission Talks’ set for Oct. 11-12
Oct. 11-12 marks the start of this year’s “Mission Talks” at Newman. The first talks will take place from noon to 12:50 p.m. both days in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC… Continue reading This year’s first ‘Mission Talks’ set for Oct. 11-12
Fall 2011 Challenge now online
The fall 2011 edition of the Newman Challenge Alumni Magazine has recently been published and distributed. The magazine is also available in an online format, which contains information and photographs… Continue reading Fall 2011 Challenge now online
Several hundred volunteers packaged meals at the SWIPE Numana food packaging event
The SWIPE Numana food packaging event that took place Saturday, Oct. 1 had a great turnout of volunteers. Several hundred volunteers packaged more than 32,000 meals at the event. The meals… Continue reading Several hundred volunteers packaged meals at the SWIPE Numana food packaging event
Mark your calendars for ‘Telling Amy’s Story’ and help stop domestic violence
Verizon Wireless, StepStone, and the Newman University Department of Social Work are bringing to the Newman University campus the documentary “Telling Amy’s Story” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the… Continue reading Mark your calendars for ‘Telling Amy’s Story’ and help stop domestic violence
This year’s Party on the Plaza a success!
Last Saturday, Sept. 24, Newman hosted its annual “Party on the Plaza” with this year’s theme, “Oktoberfest.” This year had a great turn out showing more than 450 attendees, exceeding… Continue reading This year’s Party on the Plaza a success!
Newman University again posts record enrollment
Newman University officials announced today that the university has again posted record-high enrollment figures. According to the official federal enrollment report following the 20th day of fall classes, 3,021 students… Continue reading Newman University again posts record enrollment
Newman’s annual Family Weekend Oct. 7
It’s that time of the year again; on Oct. 7 – 9 Newman hosts its annual Family Weekend with over 100 people from five different states attending this year! This year’s… Continue reading Newman’s annual Family Weekend Oct. 7
Newman University hosts ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event this Saturday
This weekend on Saturday, Sept. 24, Newman hosts its annual “Party on the Plaza” with this year’s theme, “Oktoberfest.” The event will take place from 4:30 to 11:30 p.m. on Founders… Continue reading Newman University hosts ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event this Saturday
Kansas turns 150 this year
The state of Kansas turns 150 years old this year, but the state lacks the funds to throw itself a birthday bash. No worries, Kansans have taken it upon themselves… Continue reading Kansas turns 150 this year
Greek, Roman historian to lecture tonight at Newman University
Illinois State University Assistant Professor of History Georgia Tsouvala, Ph.D. will visit Newman University to lecture on her most recent publication, Before Title IX: Women Athletes in Ancient Greece and… Continue reading Greek, Roman historian to lecture tonight at Newman University
Don’t miss Gerber Institute lecture by author Warren St. John Sept. 19
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University will host a lecture by author Warren St. John at 7 p.m., Sept. 19 in the Performance Hall of the De… Continue reading Don’t miss Gerber Institute lecture by author Warren St. John Sept. 19
Newman University student receives Hispanic Rising Star Award
Newman University junior Yanely Rocha, a criminal justice and pre-law major, recently was awarded the Hispanic Rising Star Award from the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Only 10 individuals receive… Continue reading Newman University student receives Hispanic Rising Star Award
Newman alum Trisha Cavanaugh Spader named one of 2011’s ‘Women to Watch’
Newman University alumna Trisha Cavanaugh Spader, class of ’04, was recently named one of the 2011 “Women to Watch” award winners in the Emerging Leaders category by the Kansas Society of… Continue reading Newman alum Trisha Cavanaugh Spader named one of 2011’s ‘Women to Watch’