Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Staff & Faculty
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.
Ghosting: The haunt of Kansas Newman College
Alumnus Jeff Baker ’83 shares an article published from The Vantage student newspaper Oct. 23, 1980.
New Heritage Room display features 90 years of Newman
There’s now a tangible collection of archives photos, artifacts and more on display for students, faculty, staff and alumni to celebrate Newman’s 90 years.
Ahead of the med school game: Alex DeHoet
Alex DeHoet is one of two Newman students to receive early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine beginning mid-July.
Joshua Dessenberger earns early admission to medical school
When Dessenberger opened the email that stated he received early admittance to the University of Kansas School of Medicine, he was brought to tears.
Newman hosts annual blood drive Oct. 30
Newman University invites the public and campus community to participate in an American Red Cross blood drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman to host first color run/walk Dec. 2
Students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are invited to join the Newman University community for its first-ever color run/walk Saturday, Dec. 2.
Women’s bowling takes first place at Mid States Championship
Newman University women’s bowling competed in the Mid States Championship Oct. 21-22 hosted by the Jets and Wichita State University at Bowlero Northrock in Wichita.
Newman University announces academic changes for 2024-25
Newman University has announced a continuation of restructuring its academic offerings for fall 2024 which began last year with the launch of 10 new academic programs.
Home away from home: An international student’s Newman journey
Junior Dana Issabayeva may be more than 6,400 miles from her home in Kazakhstan, but she is happy to have a second home at Newman University.
Mental health coordinator supports student success
Anna Waggoner, newly hired mental health project coordinator, is eager to make a positive impact on students mental health here at Newman.
Grad fair Nov. 1 offers graduation must-haves
The Newman grad fair is an event for students who plan to graduate during the 2023-24 academic year as well as any staff or faculty members in need of regalia.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A student’s resilient journey
In the middle of her college years at Newman, senior Rossie Smith was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
Expert shares ‘Investing 101’ on Newman podcast episode
On a recent episode of Newman University’s official podcast, The Newman Bond, Associate Professor of Business Larry Straub shared a crash course on “Investing 101.”
Both professor and pilot: Thomas Watson
Ever since he was a little boy, Thomas Watson, clinical director for the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program, loved the idea of flying.
MCLO offers delicious dishes at international luncheon Oct. 24
In collaboration with the Runway Learning Center, the Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) is hosting its annual international bruncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading MCLO offers delicious dishes at international luncheon Oct. 24
Campus kickball tournament scheduled for Oct. 13
A campus-wide kickball tournament will take place at 5 p.m. on the Newman softball field.
Art exhibit ‘The Sad Truth about Happiness’ on display Oct. 5-27
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University is proud to present Bryan Raymundo as the featured artist for October.
Grant can help 25 Newman students receive passports
Thanks to the American Passport Project grant through the Institute of International Education (IIE), up to 25 Newman students can receive funds to obtain a U.S. passport and support their study abroad journeys.
Newman University celebrates 90th birthday
On September 12, Newman University celebrated its 90th year as a place of learning.
Student loan payments resume: What this means for alumni, students
On Sept. 1, student loan interest and payments resumed after a pause during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Newman’s newest members of the Board of Trustees
The Newman University Board of Trustees has welcomed three new members and reconfigured its executive committee for the 2023-24 academic year.
Introducing the new Newman Jets Athletics app
Fans can stay connected to their favorite teams with Newman Jets Athletics, the official mobile app of the Newman University Athletic Department, powered by SIDEARM Sports.
Two-time Newman graduate returns as director of residence life
Ian Lecki, a two-time Newman graduate, is serving as the director of residence life.
University of Notre Dame brings Hesburgh lecture to Newman
Newman University is proud to present the University of Notre Dame’s Hesburgh lecture at 6 pm September 21 in the Bishop Gerber Science Center, room 105.
Traveling exhibit ‘Outside/Inside’ on display in Dugan Library thru Oct. 7
Now through Oct. 7, 2023, Newman community members can stop by the Dugan Library to visit the traveling exhibition, “Outside/ Inside: Immigration, Migration, and Health Care in the United States.”
Crossover episode of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast discusses apocalyptic graphic novel
On a special crossover episode of The Newman Bond podcast — which features professional speakers, alumni, students and other members of Newman’s network — Associate Professor of Theology Matthew Umbarger and Technical Director Austin Schwartz ’23 connect to continue their conversations surrounding stories and literature that focus on end times.