Ian Lecki, a two-time Newman graduate, is serving as the director of residence life.
Staff & Faculty
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.
Video: The secret is out…
We’re thrilled to transport you back to the dazzling days of the 1920’s as we announce our spectacular upcoming event: Party on the Plaza!
Meet Newman’s new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice faculty
This past May, the first cohort of Newman University’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program began their studies.
2023 Newman orientation weekend captures energy of a new year
The Newman University campus buzzed with excitement as it welcomed the new first-year class during move-in day and orientation weekend August 18 and 19.
Monthly Masses offered for Newman alumni, donors and benefactors
Special Masses will be offered each month to pray for alumni and donors of Newman University.
Newman dean joins experts in helping business executives lead data journey
First came the Data Professionals of Wichita; now, there’s “Leading the Data Journey: Advancing your vision for a successful data culture.”
‘A little party never killed nobody’: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Newman alum, staff member among Young Marketing Professionals named by Wichita Business Journal
Recently, Newman University alum Anthony Navarrete ‘19 and staff member Zach Brake were named two of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2023 Young Marketing Professionals.
Deacon Jeff Jacobs hired as associate campus minister
Deacon Jeff Jacobs will serve part-time as associate campus minister at Newman.
Student reflects on 2023 Europe by Rail experience
Read on to hear about Hadassah Umbarger’s firsthand experience while she traveled through Europe by train, accompanied by other Newman classmates.
Newman University recognized with KHEDF ‘Make a Difference’ award
The Kansas Hispanic Education Foundation (KHEDF) honored Newman University with a “Make a Difference” Award at its Dream Big Fiesta May 25 at Wave in Wichita.
Flight Nite at Newman brings enrolled students together
Newman’s first-ever Flight Nite — designed for enrolled students — featured an overnight stay in the residence halls Thursday, June 29 to Friday, June 30.
Juneteenth event fills seats at Newman
On Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday since Martin Luther King Day in 1983, Newman hosted a lunch and learn event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman announces new theme for Party on the Plaza
Newman University is thrilled to announce a brand new theme for Party on the Plaza, the university’s biggest fundraiser of the year on September 30.
Mendel Folefac ’23 leaves indelible mark on Newman
When Mendel Folefac ‘23 first arrived at Newman University for his role as a graduate assistant for the men’s basketball team, he thought of himself as “a car in need of some fine-tuning.”
Newman professor presents two-part series on science and miracles
Through a two-part series, Newman professor Ryan Huschka presented an exploration of the interplay between science and faith for guests of the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita.
OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience
The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson.
Five family members graduate from Newman at same time
At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas.
Two Newman employees receive 2023 excellence awards
Newman University is proud to announce the 2023 faculty and staff excellence award winners.
2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz
Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.
Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award
Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.
Video: Campus Ministry performs rap from ‘Parks and Recreation’
Members of Newman Campus Ministry recently performed a rap from a scene in the TV show, “Parks and Recreation.”
Podcast: Tomoko Bell shares coral research
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Tomoko Bell, assistant professor of biology at Newman University, discussed her passion for research and teaching.
Preview: 2023 Graduation week at Newman
For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.
Newman Navigator program scores program director
Newman University recently hired Maggie Slack to serve as the full-time director of the Navigator student success program.
Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference
The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.
Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition
Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.
Jet Fest celebrates Newman’s accepted high school students
The acceptance notice from a university is one of the most exciting emails for a high school student, so Newman hosts a day for all of its accepted students to celebrate.
Newman announces Earth Week events April 17-22
Newman University is excited to host its second annual Earth Week as part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment.
Familiar faces take on new roles in Student Life
Two former Newman University admissions counselors recently stepped into roles within the Department of Student Life, bringing their expertise deeper into the heart of campus.
Athletics director talks passion, purpose as keynote for Bethany College
In October, Newman Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor was asked to be the keynote speaker for 500 attendees of a Women’s Career Conference at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.
Former Newman student team-teaches class with past professor
Sarah Balderas, owner of immigration law firm Baleras Legal Group, LLC, is team teaching a night class with her former Newman professor Sonja Bontrager.
Shaping students into superintendents
Many of Newman University Assistant Professor of Education John Burke’s former district leadership licensure students have gone on to become superintendents in their respective school districts.
The Newman Bond podcast: The art of costuming
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, adjunct theater instructor Christy Cunningham Railsback shared her thoughts and experiences on the art of costuming.
Alumna’s resilience leaves mark on Newman
Kylie Lucent, 2021 graduate from Newman, has not been dealt a golden hand. She is a first generation college graduate who has had to work extremely hard to get to where she is, both in her career and life.
Newman podcast episode highlights Kansas sports icons
In this episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Director of Annual Giving Laura Hartley chats about a few lesser-known Kansas sports icons.
Newman to host ‘Converging Roads’ medical ethics conference April 22
Newman University, in collaboration with The Gerber Institute, will host the conference “Converging Roads: Health Care & Human Dignity” on Saturday, April 22.