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Student Life
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.
The core four: Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) student leadership team
Get to know the 2024-25 student executive leadership team on the Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) at Newman University.
Ready for a roaring time: 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.
Student Life crew featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Newman University’s strong Student Life team helps students de-stress, build relationships and rise to campus leadership opportunities.
Excitement captured: sentiments of a new semester at Newman
Fall classes are underway, students have returned and the energy of a new semester can be felt from every area of the Newman campus.
Several seminarians spent summer in faithful service
Several Newman University seminarians, students and alumni spent their 2024 summers in faithful service to the Lord.
Newman’s newest class calls campus home on move-in day
With backpacks and boxes in tow, a mix of first-year students, transfers and family members filled Carrocci Hall during move-in day August 16.
Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist
Whether you’re a first-year student, a returner, living on-campus in the residence halls or commuting each day, here are some tips and tid-bits to know for all things back-to-school.
St. Newman full-tuition scholarship goes to Jenna Ju
Jenna Ju has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University freshmen to receive the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Grace Hertel of Oregon awarded St. Newman full-tuition scholarship
Grace Hertel of Forest Grove, Oregon, was one of five students awarded the full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship from Newman University.
Newman supports students through FAFSA delays
Despite the challenges many high schoolers are experiencing due to the FAFSA delay, Newman University Admissions is equipped to help.
Video: Save the date for Party on the Plaza Sept. 28
The Roaring 20’s theme is back and better than ever for Newman University’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Party on the Plaza.
The Gerber Institute presents ‘Savoring the Faith’ fundraiser
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies will be holding the “Savoring the Faith” fundraiser from 7-9 pm Saturday, June 29, in the Newman University Dugan Gorges Conference Center.
430 students named to Dean’s List at Newman University
A total of 430 undergraduate students achieved the qualifications required to be named to Newman University’s 2024 spring Dean’s List.
Newman University announces spring 2024 graduate list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2024 spring semester.
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan receives St. Newman Scholarship
Kelly Lotsu-Morgan has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University students to earn the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.
Allie Johnson awarded KICF Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Newman University student Allie Johnson was recently recognized as a recipient of the 2024 Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
Graduate with heart for service wins 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award
On one of the biggest days of her life, Newman University graduate Ashley Dinh won the 2024 Leona J. Ablah Award.
Bright future in store for the Newman class of 2024
Newman University celebrated its 107th commencement with a graduating class of 337 students on Friday, May 10 at Hartman Arena in Wichita.
Once students, now nurses: 2024 pinning ceremony
Seventeen Newman graduates received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Student opens up about Catholic conversion on Newman podcast
“The Newman Bond” podcast recently featured senior Charles Morrison, who shared his transformative faith journey as a student at Newman University. Morrison was raised in a Protestant home and recalls… Continue reading Student opens up about Catholic conversion on Newman podcast
Student Life awards clubs, students during Spring Fling
As if Newman’s Spring Fling wasn’t exciting enough, several student leaders, clubs and organizations were recognized with awards.
Graduates: Keep your faith as you begin your professions
Senior Elise Helfrich reflects on her faith journey at Newman University and her plans to keep it at the center of her life.
The Vantage takes home awards: They mean much more.
The Vantage student newspaper staff members took home the contest’s most coveted prize at the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference.