The Steckline Gallery will present “Mother” by Jill Luton during a First Friday exhibition from 5-8 pm, October 7, at Newman University.
Staff & Faculty
Bringing a fresh take to Newman Traditions and Transitions (T&T)
Traditions and Transitions (T&T) is just one of the many programs helping Newman University students transform society from the very start of their college career.
Get to know Newman’s newest science experts
Newman University is known for its top-notch programs in the fields of science and health, and is thrilled to welcome new faculty members to its newly named School of Healthcare Professions.
Party on the Plaza 2022: A spectacular night for fundraising
Paying homage to the historic renaissance festivals at Newman University, the 2022 Party on the Plaza brought back the revelry to a sold-out crowd of 450 guests.
Newman Habitat for Humanity volunteer opportunity
You’re invited to join members of Newman University for a Habitat for Humanity volunteer day hosted by the Newman University Alumni Office.
Our Lady of Guadalupe mural dedicated at Newman’s ‘Viva La Virgen’ event
Newman University’s first Viva La Virgen event, which honored the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary, was celebrated by more than 50 attendees on Sept. 8.
Show off your Jet Pride with Newman Athletics
A new year brings a fresh round of action-packed games, matches, meets and more for Newman Athletics teams.
Newman theater faculty help bring PBS documentary ‘Contested Plains’ to life
Theater Adjunct Professor Christy Cunningham Railsback is creating costumes for an upcoming PBS documentary, “Contested Plains,” alongside producer and Newman Director of Theater Mark Mannette.
Jet Broadcast delivers latest email updates to Newman campus
Newman students, faculty and staff can breathe easier knowing fewer messages will clog their email inboxes, thanks to the new Jet Broadcast.
Mendel Folefac serves as new director of residence life
After a year serving as a graduate assistant for men’s basketball, Mendel Folefac is the new director of residence life at Newman University.
New Heritage Room display: ‘Celebrating Sacred Heart Hall’
The Heritage Room is now showcasing a display in honor of Sacred Heart Hall’s 100-year anniversary at Newman: “Celebrating Sacred Heart Hall.”
10 reasons why you should attend Party on the Plaza
Aside from the fun, here are 10 reasons (plus a bonus) why you should attend Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance on September 17, 2022.
Newman alumni share fond memories of Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza is the Newman University event of the year — and many Newman alumni share fond memories from it.
A final Return to the Renaissance: What to expect at 2022 Party on the Plaza
Wichita’s Party on the Plaza: Return to the Renaissance kicks off Saturday, September 17 on the Newman University campus.
Sara Mata selected for Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Leadership Academy
The HACU selected Dean of Students Sara Mata among the fellows for its fourth cohort of La Academia de Liderazgo.
Cinthia López forms special bond with Spanish students at Newman
Cinthia López, an adjunct professor who recently joined the Newman team, is sharing her unique gifts and spirit with Newman Spanish students.
From ‘I do’ to ‘we did it,’ husband and wife earn MBA degrees together
Married couple Lieutenant Keith Fort and Jill Fort earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees from Newman University this May.
Sacred Heart Hall’s 100th-year celebration begins with Mass
This year on September 11, 2022, Newman University’s beloved building Sacred Heart Hall turns 100 years old.
Three Bonham sisters join Newman University staff
Not one, not two, but three sisters of the Bonham family can now call Newman University their work home.
Student workers help campus thrive during summer
This summer several student workers stayed close to campus happenings and worked alongside staff in their respective departments.
Seminarians experience immersive summer Spanish program
Over the course of the summer, seminarians from the House of Formation came to the Newman campus to experience a weekly, immersive Spanish program.
First-year students receive support through Elevate to Excellence
Newman University officially welcomed 14 first-year students into the Jet family through Elevate to Excellence.
Fr. Adam Grelinger returns from Spain’s Camino de Santiago
Recently Newman Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger returned from Spain with his parents to walk half the iconic Camino de Santiago.
Angie McCoy introduces Newman to high schoolers of Upward Bound
Angie McCoy, director of the Newman MBA program, introduced 17 high school students from Upward Bound Wichita Prep to Newman University.
Four Newman faculty and staff members present at national conference
Four Newman University faculty and staff members recently presented at the Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL) Conference in Washington D.C.
Newman professor Brittany Stahnke publishes book ‘The Doubting Disease’
Brittany Stahnke, Newman professor of social work, is adding to the conversation about OCD with her published book, “The Doubting Disease.”
Taking the criminal justice path: Makaylah (Perkins) Delgado serves as sheriff’s deputy
Makaylah (Perkins) Delgado ‘18 is putting her criminal justice and psychology degrees to use as a sheriff’s deputy for Sedgwick County.
Newman coaches reach milestone wins in 2022
Two Newman University coaches reached significant career milestones this past spring: Director of Tennis Shella Augspurger and Head Softball Coach Andrea Gustafson.
Video recap: 2022 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)
Seventeen high school students dedicated a week of summer to partake in the Newman Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) June 20-24.
Newman employee Robert Crossland volunteers as part of K-9 search unit
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.
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.