When senior Michelle Tong competes in the Miss Vietnam Wichita pageant this June, it will be the culmination of an incredible experience.
Student Life
Students share college reflections at Baccalaureate Mass
Students Kayla Garvert and Marcus Anthony Gonzales were selected to share their reflections following the Baccalaureate Mass Thursday, May 5.
Graduates honored with first on-campus Baccalaureate Mass in 7 years
For the first time in seven years, the annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 5.
Spring nursing graduates receive ceremonial pins
Twenty-two nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the spring nursing pinning ceremony Thursday, May 5.
Video: Student photos from the class of 2022
This video of student-submitted photos commemorates the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next for the Newman class of 2022.
Ready to transform society: celebrating Newman graduates of 2022
A grand total of 401 graduates of Newman University earned their degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 6.
Overcoming tragic obstacles inspires hope for nursing student Teresa Bush
Despite heartbreaking family tragedies, Newman University nursing student Teresa Bush believes that God has placed her in the nursing field for a specific purpose.
Sophia Cline discovers passion through unique major, internship
Interdisciplinary studies student Sophia Cline recently interned for Birch Performance, a personal training business led by Roy Birch.
Fare thee well, Newman: A tribute to my professors
Senior Madeline Schnieders, managing editor for The Vantage student newspaper, reflects on her years as a student at Newman University.
Newman Scholars Day videos feature senior research projects
During Newman Scholars Day, seniors presented their final presentations and research papers to fellow students, faculty and staff members.
A preview of graduation week events at Newman University
For several excited Newman University seniors and their families, graduation is right around the corner with celebratory events in tow.
Video: Spring Fling 2022
Newman’s Spring Fling featured a dunk tank, mechanical bull, jousting, yard games, free Chik-fil-A, Girl Scout cookies and much more.
‘Graduation Through the Decades’ now on display in Heritage Room
The Heritage Room in Sacred Heart Hall is currently showcasing a fitting end-of-year display: “Graduation Through the Decades.”
Sixty-three Newman grads headed to Kansas classrooms
Despite the nationwide spike in teachers since the pandemic, 63 Newman education graduates are ready to enter the field of teaching.
ASC scholar Madisyn Bucl gives back to the community
Senior Madisyn Bucl describes herself as a quiet person who keeps to herself, but she also loves to give and serve those in need.
Incoming bowlers receive awards from U.S. Bowling Congress
Two incoming, committed Newman bowlers for fall 2022 recently received national awards given by the United States Bowling Congress (USBC).
Serving it up in the classroom and on the tennis court
Sophomore Antonia Ramos, a psychology and sociology major and Spanish minor, has been described as an outstanding student by her professors.
Students of The Vantage student newspaper bring home awards from KCM Conference
Students of The Vantage student newspaper won big at this week’s Kansas Collegiate Media Conference, bringing home 35 individual awards.
OTA student Emily Smith juggles numerous plates
Student Emily Smith shares a student perspective of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and life on the Newman Cheer and Dance Team.
Newman Music Department brings song and dance to the stage in ‘It’s Time to Play …’
The Newman University Music Department presents “It’s Time to Play” 7:30 pm April 21-23 in the DeMattias Performance Hall.
Newman Laudato Si’ committee sponsors Earth Week events
As part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment, Newman University is hosting its first event-filled Earth Week.
Newman Jet Fest welcomes accepted high school students
Newman’s “Jet Fest,” aka “Accepted Students Day,” invited students to campus who’ve applied and been accepted to Newman University.
Newman University announces scholarship winners for accepted first-year students
One hundred and fourteen high school senior students were selected as 2022 scholarship winners of Newman University.
Outstanding students honored with 2022 Academic Awards
The 2022 Academic Awards recognized several outstanding students of Newman University April 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman online bookstore opens April 8
Starting April 8, students can order course materials for the 2022 summer and fall semesters through the Newman University online bookstore.
Newman campus celebrates diversity with MCLO Cultural Extravaganza
The Newman Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) celebrated its fifth annual Cultural Extravaganza last Saturday, March 26.
Three Newman women recognized with SHERO awards
It’s awards season at Newman University, and the Student Life office presented its 2022 SHERO Awards during Jet Friday over donuts March 25.
2022 KAH conference makes history at Newman
The 2022 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) conference was held at Newman University on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26.
Two days in the life: Triathlete Julia Myers
Ever wondered what it takes to be a triathlete of Newman University Athletics? Senior Julia Myers shares a behind-the-scenes look.
Students travel to St. Louis for Campus Ministry mission trip
Over spring break March 16-20, Newman University students took to the road for a Campus Ministry service trip in Missouri.
Jazzy Jets come together to make Newman’s campus loud
For the past several months, Newman’s newly formed jazz band — the Jazzy Jets — has been getting together and making some noise.
All are invited to MCLO’s 5th annual Cultural Extravaganza
MCLO will host its 5th annual Cultural Extravaganza 1 to 4 pm Saturday, March 26 outdoors on Founder’s Plaza at Newman University.
Nontraditional student uses accounting degree to benefit clients
When ’21 graduate Veronica Castaneda-Alferez arrived at Newman to finish her accounting degree, she’d been out of school since 2002.
Students attend Hispanic American Leadership Conference
Newman students took part in the 40th annual United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) conference February 17 and 18.
Highlight reel from 2022 Heritage Month
Explore the highlight reel of the exciting contests, speakers and events from all of February’s Heritage Month festivities.
First Doctor of Business Administration cohort brings diverse group of leaders
In late January, individuals of Newman’s first-ever Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) cohort met for orientation classes on campus.
Contest winners share their essay, TikTok, visual arts entries
During Heritage Month in February, students entered an essay, TikTok and visual arts contest for the chance of winning $100 for their works.
Newman students participate in Zoom call with Pope Francis
On February 24, Newman was part of a Zoom event called “Building Bridges: A Synodal Encounter Between Pope Francis and Universities.”
A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day
For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.
Video: Highlights from 2022 Homecoming
If you missed Homecoming, here’s a video highlight reel from the games, crowning of royalty and the annual Lip Sync Battle.