Father Ed Herzog, Newman’s new chaplain, may be a new face to some, but he is certainly no stranger to Newman University.
Staff & Faculty
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.
A ‘last lecture’ to remember with professor Sonja Bontrager
The 2024 “last lecture” speaker was Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager, who drew approximately 60 attendees to the fireside chat.
Biology professor probes question of life beyond Earth with NASA
The answer to the age-old question, “is there life on other planets?” now involves one of Newman’s biology professors.
Kansas Food Bank benefits from Newman service day
On April 17, several students, faculty and staff traveled to the Kansas Food Bank to participate in a Newman service day.
Five Newman students celebrate Latina Day at Kansas State Capitol
A group of five students from Newman University celebrated Latina Day at the Kansas State Capitol on March 6.
Newman University to celebrate Earth Week 2024
Newman University is excited to host its third annual Earth Week from Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 19 culminating on Earth Day April 22.
Podcast: The value of social work
Two leaders within social work at Newman University discussed the value of the field on a recent podcast episode of The Newman Bond.
Champion of change: Andi Giesen’s first year at Newman
Dean of Students Andi Giesen is celebrating one year at Newman and the Student Life team continues to enhance the overall student experience.
Newman hosts International Women’s Day event March 8
Newman University will host “Strong Women Boldly Building Dreams” March 8 at 9 am in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Father Adam Grelinger shares homily honoring St. Maria De Mattias
On February 1, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast day.
Podcast: Significance of Ash Wednesday
In this episode of The Newman Bond, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger and Emily Simon take a deep dive into the significance of Ash Wednesday.
Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.
New role, familiar face: director of teaching and learning
Teaching has been a lifelong passion for Marguerite Regan, Ph.D., and the former English professor is thrilled to support students and faculty as the new director of teaching and learning at Newman University.
A hub for support: Newman’s Student Success Center
Newman University’s newest campus renovation transformed an old space in Dugan into a bright, collaborative hub home to countless student resources.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour theater challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Early bird tickets now available for Dueling Pianos
Dueling Pianos returns to Newman University Friday, Feb. 23 with dinner, drinks and an interactive dueling pianos performance with HiFi Productions.
Cheers to 2023: A year in review
As we look back on 2023, we are filled with gratitude for the ongoing generosity and support of our Newman University community.
Newman campus is lively with holiday spirit
Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.
Podcast episode shares mini cheesecake recipe
Digital content specialist Amy Emerson ’19 teamed up with Director of Alumni Relations Dana Beitey to bring listeners of the Newman Bond podcast a holiday dessert recipe.
Week 2: Newman Advent reflections
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 3-24.
Week 1: Newman Advent reflections
A new Advent reflection will be shared for each day of the week, courtesy of Newman University.
‘Speculative Futures’ showcasing now in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Speculative Futures” by artist Anthony Mead during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm December 1 at Newman University.
Newman financial aid director receives prestigious award
Myra Pfannenstiel, director of financial aid at Newman University, recently received the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) leadership award for the Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (RMASFAA).
Video: Staff member talks Native American traditions
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, general maintenance technician Robert Crossland shares his family traditions as part of the Northern Cherokee Nation.
Meet Newman’s director of security: Steve Patton
Former Wichita Police officer, Steve Patton, is Newman University’s new director of security.
Social work professor overcomes life-changing brain condition
One year ago, Vanessa Rials was in what a medical professional would refer to as “good health,” with no history of broken bones, surgeries or major health concerns.
International bruncheon: where cultures on campus collide
Students, faculty and staff came together and enjoyed more than 20 food dishes from 16 different countries/origins during the international bruncheon on October 24.