Brand new furniture pieces were delivered, built and are now ready for student use on the first floor of the Dugan Library.
Student Life
Love at Newman: Madeline Alvarez and Cole Schnieders
Senior Madeline (Alvarez) Schnieders and Cole Schnieders were married December 30, 2021, in Saint John’s Chapel.
Steckline Gallery presents Matthew Hilyard’s ‘Ugly Pretty’ for First Friday
ArtisMatthew Hilyard will present his exhibition, “Ugly Pretty,” 5 to 8 pm Feb 4 for First Friday in the Steckline Gallery.
Newman senior Tejay Cleland joins KWCH TV
Senior Tejay Cleland, editor-in-chief of The Vantage, has recently been hired full-time by KWCH, Channel 12, to train as an on-air reporter.
Newman Music and Theater Departments to present ‘Big Fish – Small Cast Edition’
The Newman Music and Theater Departments will present “Big Fish – Small Cast Edition” February 3-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Students travel to lakeside cabins for Campus Ministry spiritual retreat
Twenty-one Newman students took advantage of Campus Ministry’s three-day spiritual retreat, Cor ad Cor.
Junior Mai Dao selected as initiative’s first student spotlight
Junior Mai-Nhanh Dao was nominated for the Student Spotlight as part of the 2022 “Tell Me Something Good” initiative.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour Theater Project challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Newman University announces 2021 fall graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who earned a degree at the close of the 2021 fall semester.
Newman 2021 fall Dean’s List announced
Newman University has released its 2021 fall Dean’s List.
2021 Newman summer graduates announced
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of summer 2021.
Carrocci Hall’s sense of community inspires campus
Ian Lecki, a senior business marketing major and baseball player, was nominated with his residents for their community-building efforts in Carrocci Hall for this month’s “Tell Me Something Good” initiative.
A year in review: 2021
The 2021 Newman year in review features a glance back on memories made, challenges overcome and individuals worth celebrating.
Christmas video: The Story of Henry the Elf
The 2021 Newman Christmas video features President Kathleen Jagger who tells the story of a young college elf named Henry.
Fall nursing graduates celebrated with pinning ceremony
Twenty-one nursing graduates, their family members and close friends gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on Friday, December 10 at Newman University.
Newman to recognize students through ‘Tell Me Something Good’ initiative
Student Life is starting the monthly “Tell Me Something Good” initiative, which recognizes Newman students who are making a difference.
Students give back through T&T class service projects
First-year students of the semester-long Traditions and Transitions (T&T) classes donated their time, talent and treasure through three unique service opportunities.
Dugan Library stays open 105 hours during finals week
From 8 am Monday December 6 to 5 pm Friday December 10, the Dugan Library is open for business.
Couple pursues nursing education together at Newman
Students Edgar Lumbreras and Kaylee Haught will both receive their bachelor’s degree in nursing this December.
Newman Scholars Day sets students up for success
On Monday, Dec. 6, several students presented the culmination of their semester-long research studies during Scholars Day at Newman.
First-year student Emily Pachta follows sister’s footsteps
When Emily Pachta started first grade, her sister, Elyse (Pachta) Rottinghaus, began her freshman year at Newman University.
Spiritual Companions program is hit with Newman baseball team
With the first semester of the Spiritual Companions project coming to a close, the men’s baseball team expresses its thanks.
Project HOPE showcases Newman’s research abilities
Newman University is serving as research partner to the City of Wichita for a program called “Project HOPE.”
Online bookstore open for spring textbook orders
Start ordering your textbooks for the 2022 spring semester in the Newman University online bookstore today!
Senior Allison Williams prepares for prestigious doctoral program
Following graduation, senior Allison Williams will head to The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles.
NUPay: the new way to pay
As of December 2, there’s a brand new payment system through Flywire for Newman University Student Accounts called NUPay.
Food & fellowship: a student’s thoughts on the ASC Spaghetti Supper
Matthew Clark, a senior English and theater major, recounts his experience at a Spaghetti Supper event with the ASC sisters at Newman.
Newman Music Department to present Christmas Concert Dec. 5
The Chorale and Troubadours will raise their voices with joyful noise for a Christmas Concert 3 pm December 5 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.
Student Nathan Huie leads volunteer project at the Lord’s Diner
In line with Newman University’s commitment to service, sophomore Nathan Huie recently led two group volunteer opportunities at the Lord’s Diner.
Newman students lead clothing drive for The Women’s Network
Four Newman University students are teaming up to collect clothing items and hygiene products for The Women’s Network.
Filmmakers show ‘Once Was Lost’ Father Kapaun documentary at Newman
More than 140 people watched the live showing of “Once Was Lost,” a Father Kapaun documentary created by Travis Heying and Roy Wenzl.
First-year bowler Silas Limes off to impressive start
Silas Limes, a first-year student athlete at Newman University, has already built an impressive bowling resume.
Newman Chorale welcomes home veterans of Kansas Honor Flight
The Newman University Chorale recently sang two welcoming performances of “God Bless America” to veterans as they returned to Wichita from the Kansas Honor Flight.
Student Daniel Knolla earns early admission to medical school
Daniel Knolla — a senior biochemistry major and member of the Sloppy Joes — was recently accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine (KU).
ESOL student-teacher returns to her K-8 school
Karen Cordero, an elementary education major with a Spanish minor, is student teaching at Horace Mann K-8 Dual Language Magnet in Wichita.
Newman to begin 7-year plan as Laudato Si’ university
Newman University recently joined the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities cohort in support of a 7-year Laudato Si’ action plan.
Student Jayson Palacios’ path back to Newman
Student Jayson Palacios attended Newman for a brief period in 2011, but life circumstances brought him back in 2021 to finish what he started.
AJ Morris named The Community Voice’s Student-Athlete of the Week
Newman graduate student and men’s basketball player AJ Morris was tabbed The Community Voice Student-Athlete of the Week.
Newman partners with Credo, starts Moving the Needle project
Newman University has partnered with Credo and its Moving the Needle (MTN) project, which aims to improve student success and retention.
Fall Festival of Song on Sunday, Oct. 24, promises to delight
The Newman Chorale and Troubadours will host their annual fall concert on Sunday, October 24 at 3 pm in Saint John’s Chapel.