Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent, Dec. 1-24.
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Celebrating fall 2024 respiratory care, nursing graduates
Nearly 400 guests packed the DeMattias Performance Hall for the fall 2024 nursing and respiratory care pinning ceremony on December 6 at Newman University.
Second week of Advent reflections released
Newman University invites all community members to reflect with weekly reflections throughout the season of Advent in December.
A typo led Kelly Lotsu-Morgan to Newman University
In February 2024, first-year international student Kelly Lotsu-Morgan received news that changed the trajectory of his life.
What social work students drew from impactful conference
Last month, 9 Newman members traveled to Kansas City for the largest gathering of social work educators and practitioners in the US.
Newman sophomore sells his first house
Less than two years after earning his real estate license, Newman sophomore Nathaniel Flanigan sold his first house.
‘Take up space’: Student lessons from ¡Adelante! conference
Eight Newman community members began attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) annual conference in November.
Jet Resource Hub offers necessities for any Newman student in need
This article originally appeared in The Vantage student newspaper, published Oct. 24, 2024. Written by Ana Zeikidze, staff writer The Jet Resource Hub in room 123 of McNeill Hall is a… Continue reading Jet Resource Hub offers necessities for any Newman student in need
Newman’s top tennis player almost chose a different sport
There was a day when top men’s tennis player and Newman University senior Ali Mounir might have chosen to pursue soccer instead of tennis.
New mental health service Uwill offers more benefits
Newman University now offers Uwill, an online therapy program that is free for all students and supports mental health 24/7.
Nursing student starts her own embroidery business
Along with being an artist, an athlete, a student and future nurse, Newman junior Lucy Cheatum is an entrepreneur of her embroidery business.
Several first-year students are family of Newman professors
Many students say Newman University feels like a family, and for some, it’s not just a feeling — it’s a reality.
Campus celebrates lives of loved ones during Día de los Muertos
Community members of Newman University celebrated Día de los Muertos on November 6, a collaborative event spearheaded by HALO at Newman.
Newman’s spring STEM program free to high schoolers
The Newman STEM Exploration Program is back for another exciting semester and is free to participants who apply and are accepted.
Student highlight video: Meet Colby Schreiner
Junior Colby Schreiner, a nursing major at Newman University, shares fun facts, his love for Newman and the mentors he’s found along the way.
Turning grief into purpose: Lucy Mwangi is a future physician
Newman graduate Lucy Mwangi ’23 aspires to become the best physician she can be and carries her mother’s memory with her every day.
Experience as primary caretaker leads graduate to career in medicine
For 2023 Newman biology graduate Kamren Hall, his path to becoming a physician has been a winding one.
‘Between the Lines’ musical offers enchanting entertainment Nov. 1-9
The Newman theater and music departments proudly present the new musical “Between the Lines” Nov. 1-9 at Newman University.
Newman student actors double-dip in back-to-back play, musical
Three of the dinner-theater stars of Newman University’s “Murder on the Menu” are also actors in the “Between the Lines” musical.
Newman University leads student Juan Cordova to beginning of dream career
Juan Cordova is in his senior year, a star soccer player and most recently, a floor manager at YaYa’s Euro Bistro in Wichita.
Newman student is finalist for 2024 Crystal Apple Honor Award
Newman master’s student Emily Arellano ’20, ’22 was selected as a finalist for the 2024 Crystal Apple Honor Award.
Newman presents dinner theater show ‘Murder on the Menu’
Newman University will present the dinner theater play “Murder on the Menu” October 18, 19, 25 and 26 in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center.
Intramurals back with an enthusiastic team behind them
Students of Newman are challenged to step outside comfort zones and push past mental barriers, as intramural sports are back.
Introducing Newman’s 2024-25 Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is an elected body of students that advocates for student interests within and beyond Newman University. Committed to transparency, SGA supports diverse student ideas and… Continue reading Introducing Newman’s 2024-25 Student Government Association
International student mixer celebrates roots of Newman students
International students came together for fellowship, food and fun during the second annual international student social mixer on September 26.
Student highlight video: Meet Travia Smith
Watch the video to learn more about Travia Smith’s motivations, fun facts and her meaningful student experience at Newman.
Video: 2024 Party on the Plaza replay
Watch the video for a replay of Party on the Plaza’s spectacular night of fundraising for Newman University.
Stewardship shows during 2024 Party on the Plaza
Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s, took place Saturday, September 28 with a grand total of $173,400 raised for student financial aid.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Reclaimed: Exploring Empathy Through Gesture’ for First Friday Oct. 4
Steckline Gallery presents “Reclaimed: Exploring Empathy Through Gesture” by Scott Jones during First Friday October 4 at Newman.
Podcast: Students complete ‘Hot Ones’ challenge for live audience
Four brave souls from the Newman Campus Activities Board (CAB) took on the famous “Hot Ones” challenge of eating 10 spicy chicken wings.
Silent auction for Party on the Plaza opens Friday
Party on the Plaza’s silent auction has some one-of-a-kind items up for bidding starting Friday, Sept. 27.
Deacon Sean Dodd feels ‘truly cared for’ as nontraditional Newman student
For Newman University student Deacon Sean Dodd, the adult and professional studies program was the ideal solution for finishing his degree.
Learning commons in Dugan open for business
The first floor of the Dugan Library is now “The Hub”: the learning commons, Center for Teaching and Learning and the Student Success Center.
First-year international golfers ready to make their mark at Newman
Newman Head Golf Coach Lon Flippo is thrilled to welcome five first-year players from around the world to his athletic roster.
Students supporting students: Meet your peer tutors and career coaches
The Student Success Center is thrilled to feature nine student peer tutors, three career coaches and a marketing intern this fall.
Newman University celebrates 91 years
In honor of Newman University’s 91st birthday, the ASC sisters delivered ice cream treats via golf cart to students, staff and faculty.
Service in the blood: Student interns with Vagabond Missions
This summer, Newman University student Melissa Arguijo was an intern missionary with Vagabond Missions in Wichita.
The new director of food services’ recipe for Newman’s dining experience
Students and parents enjoy the buffet line in the Mabee Dining Center at Newman University.
Bishop Kemme celebrates Mass of Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony for first-year students
First-year students, Newman faculty and staff celebrated the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony on August 29 in Saint John’s Chapel.
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Find & Explore’ for First Friday Sept. 6
Steckline Gallery will present “Find & Explore” by Michael K. Davenport during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm, Sept 6, at Newman University.