On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Lisa Garcia ’08 chatted about her passion for gaming and how it relates to her teaching.
Student Life
Video: Vietnamese student spotlight with My Nguyen
In partnership with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) student subcommittee at Newman, we spoke with My Nguyen, a sophomore from Wichita in celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Month in May.
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.
Students spend spring break in service
For 10 Newman students, spring break week wasn’t spent at home or on a beach, but instead in service to others.
First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
Every year, the St. Catherine’s Medal honoree is announced and awarded on stage at the Academic Awards Convocation. This year’s recipient, Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo, was unable to attend the awards ceremony… Continue reading First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Several Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics, service and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 12. Director of Music Deanne Zogleman led the Troubadours in… Continue reading 2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Digital design degree now available at Newman University
Newman University officials have announced a new undergraduate degree in digital design.
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.
Environmental initiatives help Newman community soar
Read on for Kansas Leadership Center volunteer Carmaine Ternes’ reflection on Newman community members’ earthly efforts.
Newman student scores exclusive fellowship
Emily Maddux, a senior majoring in history and minoring in theater, will embark on the Historic Deerfield fellowship this summer.
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.
Newman announces new graduate biomedical science degree
Newman University officials have announced a new undergraduate degree in biomedical science.
Blog #5: A U.S.-themed night abroad
In Emily Pachta’s latest blog post, she hosts a United States-themed dinner party for her international friends.
Podcast episode celebrates sports photographer
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, local photographer Richard Rico shared his passion for photography in general, but more specifically photographing Newman University athletics events.
Todd and Janie Stephenson pursue Newman degrees together
For Newman University students Todd and Janie Stephenson, pursuing their college degrees at the same time has been nothing but a positive experience.
Donors meet scholarship recipients at Newman luncheon
The annual scholarship luncheon brought student recipients and donors face-to-face as they enjoyed an Italian buffet on March 27.
2023 Cultural Extravaganza highlights local diversity
Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.
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.
Three generations of Sevarts attend Newman
Attending Newman University seems to be a family tradition for the Sevarts.
Blog from abroad No. 4: Travel tips
In this blog post, sophomore Emily Pachta talks travel tips as she continues studying abroad at Newman University’s sister school in Birmingham, England.
Newman presents ‘The Real Inspector Hound’ March 30-April 1
Watching a play inside of a play isn’t something an audience gets to see everyday, but when you watch “The Real Inspector Hound,” brought to you by Newman University’s theater department, you get to do just that.
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.
Newman celebrates Pi Gamma Mu week March 20-24
From March 20-24, the Newman community can expect multiple on-campus events and activities to celebrate 50 years of Pi Gamma Mu.
Meet dean of students Andi Giesen
Andi Giesen hit the ground running in February as Newman University’s new dean of students. She even announced the homecoming king and queen for Newman just a couple days into… Continue reading Meet dean of students Andi Giesen
Newman’s numerous connections to the NBA
Currently, Newman University has not one, not two but four connections to the NBA. This includes three student-athletes who have family members in the league, as well as a graduate… Continue reading Newman’s numerous connections to the NBA
A look back at 2023 Heritage Month
From contests to fundraising, here’s a glance back at the highlights from 2023 Newman Heritage Month.
Students win $100 each for Heritage Month contest
During Heritage Month, an essay, TikTok (short video) and visual arts contest was held for students Feb. 2 through Feb. 17.
Blog from abroad with Emily Pachta: No. 3
Sophomore Emily Pachta of Wichita is studying abroad at Newman University’s sister school in Birmingham, England, and continues her latest adventures in blog No. 3. Follow along with Pachta’s blog… Continue reading Blog from abroad with Emily Pachta: No. 3
Staff Assembly to host silent auction April 4
Staff Assembly is excited to bring back its silent auction 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 4 in the old bookstore space.
Newman student-athletes attend MIAA conference
Sophomores Felisa Sajulga and Bailor Harris recently traveled to Kansas City for a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) conference with the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).
Black History Month wraps up with colorful display
In celebration of Black History Month, the School of Education and Social Work department decorated its hallway, located on the first floor of McNeill Hall.
Newman University recognized by HACU as Hispanic-serving institution
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) recognizes Newman University as one of the first four-year colleges in Kansas to be a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI).
Newman shares recipe for a successful High Tea
From perfectly plated finger foods to toasty Earl Grey tea, it takes many elements of precision to ensure a successful High Tea event at Newman University.
Video: St. Newman Homily
The Newman University community came together on Feb. 21 to celebrate the institution’s namesake, St. John Henry Newman.
Video: A student’s perspective of homecoming week
From homecoming night festivities and fit checks to a trip to Oklahoma City for a Blessed Stanley Rother dedication ceremony, catch Eliana Gaytan’s full homecoming week recap.
Service project transforms plastic bags into sleeping mats
Laudato Si’ is a service project on Newman University’s campus that is an answer to Pope Francis’ 7 year call to service.
Video: Capturing the action of Homecoming 2023
Newman University homecoming night boasts a roaring crowd, action-packed games and crowned royalty. Watch the video recap of the 2023 homecoming on Feb. 15.