Newman’s very own General Maintenance Technician Robert Crossland is a part of a K-9 search and rescue team along with his furry friend Bella Luna.
Staff & Faculty
Alumna, employee Melissa Castle wins 2022 Staff Excellence Award
Melissa Castle, employment specialist for human resources at Newman, was honored as the 2022 Staff Excellence Award winner.
Brittany Stahnke receives 2022 Teaching Excellence Award
Brittany Stahnke, assistant professor of social work at Newman University’s Colorado Springs, received the 2022 Teaching Excellence Award.
Behind the curtain: making commencement 2022
Many hands make light work, and in the case of Newman University Commencement, a successful event is the result of several dedicated staff, faculty and student volunteers.
Graduates honored with first on-campus Baccalaureate Mass in 7 years
For the first time in seven years, the annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 5.
A mic-dropping commencement address
Larry Straub took a comica risk with his commencement speech May 6 at the Hartman Arena.
Sophia Cline discovers passion through unique major, internship
Interdisciplinary studies student Sophia Cline recently interned for Birch Performance, a personal training business led by Roy Birch.
‘Graduation Through the Decades’ now on display in Heritage Room
The Heritage Room in Sacred Heart Hall is currently showcasing a fitting end-of-year display: “Graduation Through the Decades.”
Sixty-three Newman grads headed to Kansas classrooms
Despite the nationwide spike in teachers since the pandemic, 63 Newman education graduates are ready to enter the field of teaching.
St. Newman makes an appearance on campus
A lookalike of the namesake of Newman University, St. John Henry Newman, was recently spotted on campus Thursday, April 14.
Geoff Louvar receives award for admissions work
Admissions Digital Marketing Manager Geoff Louvar was recently recognized as a “Rising Star” at a conference in Kansas City, MO.
Newman Music Department brings song and dance to the stage in ‘It’s Time to Play …’
The Newman University Music Department presents “It’s Time to Play” 7:30 pm April 21-23 in the DeMattias Performance Hall.
Newman Laudato Si’ committee sponsors Earth Week events
As part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment, Newman University is hosting its first event-filled Earth Week.
Newman hosts 2022 Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Eighty-four young spellers gathered for the 2022 Sunflower State Spelling Bee Saturday, March 26 on the Newman University campus.
Newman campus celebrates diversity with MCLO Cultural Extravaganza
The Newman Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) celebrated its fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza last Saturday, March 26.
Three Newman women recognized with SHERO awards
It’s awards season at Newman University, and the Student Life office presented its 2022 SHERO Awards during Jet Friday over donuts March 25.
2022 KAH conference makes history at Newman
The 2022 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) conference was held at Newman University on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26.
Professor Larry Straub publishes book ‘The 6ixth Evolution’
Newman professor Larry Straub, DBA, recently published his book, “The 6ixth Evolution: Managing Lives and Careers Through Convulsive Times.”
Get to know the members of Staff Assembly
Staff Assembly members are Melissa Castle, Amanda Wills, Rachel Lang, Angie McCoy, Amy Emerson, Turner Middendorf, Cliff Brown & Dyana Baca.
Highlight reel from 2022 Heritage Month
Explore the highlight reel of the exciting contests, speakers and events from all of February’s Heritage Month festivities.
Athletics employee Zach Brake moonlights as professor
Though having one job is hard enough, Newman employee Zach Brake is now taking on two roles on campus.
Newman students participate in Zoom call with Pope Francis
On February 24, Newman was part of a Zoom event called “Building Bridges: A Synodal Encounter Between Pope Francis and Universities.”
A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day
For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.
Newman to host Arts & Literature March 3-4
Themed “Queens & Things: Art & Gender,” the Arts & Literature Festival is scheduled for Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 with a variety of events that appeal to any age.
A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022
The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.
Social Work Month in March celebrates everyday heroes
Throughout March, the Newman University social work departments are recognizing the ever-growing profession and its contributions to society.
Newman Theater Department presents ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’ March 3-6
The Newman Theater Department will bring “Mary, Queen of Scots” to life on stage March 3-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Historical High Tea tradition returns to Newman campus
The St. John Henry Newman High Tea event returned to campus for students, alumni, staff and families to enjoy on Tuesday, February 22.
Newman hosts record-breaking Scholarship Interview Day on campus
Admissions hosted Scholarship Interview Day Saturday, January 29, with the help of the ASC sisters, students, faculty and staff members.
Newman partnership with Cowley College offers fast track to teaching
In partnership with Cowley College, Newman University offers the Accelerated Pathway to Teaching program, the fastest route in the state to completing a Bachelor of Science degree in education.
Video: 2022 Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at Newman
Students, faculty and staff gathered for fellowship and prayer during the “Journey of Faith” Interfaith Prayer Breakfast Thursday, February 10.
Parker Tippin combines love of math, bowling in cooperative education opportunity
Senior Parker Tippin played off both his love of mathematics and bowling during a cooperative education opportunity last semester.
Student battles cancer and prevails through studies
In the middle of her college years at Newman, senior Rossie Smith was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
Alumna uses Newman staff member as resource for high school students
When it came time for alumna Machen Olson to talk research with her high school students, she knew exactly where to turn for a guest speaker.
Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins
Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.
Interfaith Prayer Breakfast offers celebration through song, prayer, breakfast
All are welcome to attend this year’s Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at 7:30 am Thursday, February 10 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Assistant soccer coach’s passion for storytelling leads to sports website
Assistant men’s soccer coach Victor Olorunfemi combined his love of storytelling and sports by starting the sports website, The ICT Zone.
Introducing Newman’s new dean of students
Newman University is excited to welcome and introduce the new dean of students, Sara Mata, to the Jets family.
Contests, events and excitement to come during Heritage Month
The Newman University community is celebrating Heritage Month with a series of exciting events February 1 through March 4, 2022.
Senior development officer eager to connect with alumni and community
Conni Mansaw, a Wichita native and Newman University alumna, recently joined the Newman team as senior development officer.