Wichita native Bryn Kovacic, who is passionate about fundraising, became Newman University’s major gifts officer on February 3, 2025.
Staff & Faculty
‘Self-care for professors’: The Center for Teaching and Learning
The Center for Teaching and Learning serves as a helpful hub for Newman University faculty members to collaborate and grow as empowering educators.
It’s game on for Newman Giving Day Feb. 26
For 24 hours on Feb. 26, Newman University Jets will fundraise during Giving Day by giving back to campus areas that matter most to them.
Late professor Suzanne Berg remembered on campus
Today, Newman community members, staff, faculty and friends tied purple ribbons around the branches of the redbud tree planted in Berg’s honor.
New director leads Newman financial aid team
Taking on a new job can feel like stepping into the unknown, but for Sharisse Evans, it was trust in God’s plan that led her to become Newman’s new director… Continue reading New director leads Newman financial aid team
Meet the maker: Pop Culture Pandemonium Trivia Night Feb. 28
It’s time to test your pop culture knowledge during trivia night, all in the spirit of fundraising for Newman University’s Giving Day.
A year in photos: reminiscing 2024 events
Hundreds of smiles, achievements and memories were captured on camera in 2024 at Newman University.
Education empowers: A look back at Newman University in 2024
In 2024, Newman University continued its mission of empowering graduates through education, transforming lives and communities.
Final week of Advent reflections shared
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
Three faculty awarded for ‘remarkable contributions to Newman’
Three Newman University faculty members were recognized for their excellence in teaching, advising, scholarships and service during the inaugural Faculty Excellence Awards.
Newman shares third week of Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
Second week of Advent reflections released
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent in December.
‘Take up space’: Student lessons from ¡Adelante! conference
Eight Newman community members began attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) annual conference in November.
Newman wrestling coach gleans leadership lessons from military service
Newman alumnus Staff Sergeant Ryan Smith’s applied his leadership lessons from the US military to his position as head wrestling coach.
Several first-year students are family of Newman professors
Many students say Newman University feels like a family, and for some, it’s not just a feeling — it’s a reality.
Campus celebrates lives of loved ones during Día de los Muertos
Community members of Newman University celebrated Día de los Muertos on November 6, a collaborative event spearheaded by HALO at Newman.
A link in a chain: Newman HSI initiatives connect students
Read on for an overview of upcoming and past Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) events built to support Newman students.
Artist features data from motherhood in Steckline Gallery exhibition Nov. 1
Steckline Gallery presents “Qualities and Quantities” by Shannon Johnston during a First Friday exhibition November 1 at Newman University.
Newman professor Yelando Johnson presents in panel at Harvard
Newman professor Yelando Johnson, LMSW, MBA, was part of a women’s leadership panel discussion on October 8 at Harvard University.
How serendipity plays a major role in Newman’s esports
Newman esports coach Viet Hoang has found success in his recruitment, using serendipitous moments to give students opportunities.
Deacon Sean Dodd feels ‘truly cared for’ as nontraditional Newman student
For Newman University student Deacon Sean Dodd, the adult and professional studies program was the ideal solution for finishing his degree.
Learning commons in Dugan open for business
The first floor of the Dugan Library is now “The Hub”: the learning commons, Center for Teaching and Learning and the Student Success Center.
Newman University celebrates 91 years
In honor of Newman University’s 91st birthday, the ASC sisters delivered ice cream treats via golf cart to students, staff and faculty.
Newman faculty and staff appointments announced for 2024-25
Newman University has made the following appointments of new faculty and staff for the 2024-25 school year.
Student Life crew featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Newman University’s strong Student Life team helps students de-stress, build relationships and rise to campus leadership opportunities.
Newman’s director of nursing brings goals to growing program
Newman Director of Nursing Ashton Clarkson ‘09 has always had an interest in helping others in the nursing profession.
Get to know your Newman student success staff
With a vibrant team behind it, the Student Success Center staff is ready to serve students in every chapter of their college journeys.
God’s grace brings university chaplain back home
Father Ed Herzog, Newman’s new chaplain, may be a new face to some, but he is certainly no stranger to Newman University.
Newman bowling coach graduates alongside his student-athletes
Newman Bowling Coach Billy Murphy earned his college degree alongside his graduating student-athletes on commencement day May 10.
Director of Music Deanne Zogleman reprises role in ‘Hello, Dolly’
Newman Director of Music Deanne Zogleman will reprise the role of “Dolly” in “Hello, Dolly” alongside Newman alumni July 18-21.
Karen Flanigan receives St. Maria De Mattias Alumni Award
Karen Flanigan ’64, ’85 is the 2024 recipient of the Saint Maria De Mattias Alumni Award from Newman University.
Professor Straub hits 50th interview with media as local expert
Larry Straub, DBA, was recently interviewed by local media for the 50th time for being an expert in business and economics.
Newman hosts national reacting game development conference
Faculty members from across the US traveled to Newman University for the Reacting to the Past Game Development Conference July 11-13.
Newman connection helps graduate Grant Sacket land job
Alumnus Grant Sacket ’21 used his Newman connections to score a job at Koch Industries in Wichita.
Father Adam Grelinger completes last days as Newman chaplain
After five years as the campus chaplain, Father Adam Grelinger ‘11 celebrated his last day at Newman University on June 21.
Michael Probus welcomed as VP of enrollment management
Newman University hires Michael Probus to lead student recruiting as its new Vice President of Enrollment Management.
Nursing professor retires after 30+ years at Newman
Associate Professor of Nursing Debbie Strickert retired on a high note with more than 30 years as a Newman University faculty member.
Newman applauds staff and faculty Excellence Award winners
On May 15, Newman University staff and faculty came together to celebrate the 2024 Excellence Awards winners.
A new voice at commencement: Sonja Bontrager
Sonja Bontrager, professor of Spanish, had the honor of announcing the names of the students as they walked across stage to accept their diploma.
Newman names new dean for the School of Catholic Studies
Newman University’s School of Catholic Studies recently scored a new dean with a familiar face: Joshua Papsdorf.