Student Life Archives | Page 14 of 15

Student Life plans Black History Month activities

Celebrating the Lunar New Year with student-led clubs

ASA and MCLO collaborate to help the student body celebrate the Lunar New Year by planning games, putting up a lucky money tree, and having food and other forms of entertainment.

SGA continues work started in fall semester, plans for spring

As the spring semester begins, Student Body President Gabrielle Alténor and Vice President Mac Foley reflect on the progress SGA made last semester, as well as some goals they have for this one.

Knights of Columbus gift Newman seminarian with car

Above photo by Foss Farrar: (l to r) Wit Goebel, general manager of Zeller Motors; Thomas Prater; his parents, David and Amy Prater; Father Sam Brand, Sacred Heart pastor; and… Continue reading Knights of Columbus gift Newman seminarian with car

Flying discs on campus are gaining popularity

Two sports involving flying discs are gaining popularity on the Newman campus. “There are two different things going on with flying discs: ultimate Frisbee and disc golf,” said Newman University… Continue reading Flying discs on campus are gaining popularity

Students enjoy another successful Lip Sync Battle

As a getaway from the chaos of midterms, the 2020 Annual Lip Sync Battle consisted of four performances and a grand prize of $1000.

First-time student Catherine Madison goes from busy summer to busy semester

First-year student Catherine Madison is looking forward to a semester full of academics and extracurricular after having three summer jobs,

Sloppy Joe Improv makes an appearance at local museum

The Newman University Sloppy Joe Improv players kicked off their 2020-2021 year with a unique first performance at the Museum of World Treasures located in Wichita, Kansas. Co-captains Matthew Clark… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Improv makes an appearance at local museum

Fall semester kicks off with ‘Welcome Back Week’ and traditional Mass

Operation Communication creates a new friendship for Newman student

Newman University junior Kayla Garvert works part time in the Student Life office and recently helped organize a letter-writing campaign — Operation Communication — with the Student Life team. The… Continue reading Operation Communication creates a new friendship for Newman student

2020 SGA executive board strives to uphold vision, voice and values

The SGA executive board has sprung into action now that fall semester is upon us. With the mission statement of “vision, voice, values,” they are ready to be the leaders that are needed in an ever-changing world.

First-time students experience virtual orientation

Students beginning their higher education at Newman University already knew their 2020 fall semester would look and feel different in the midst of a national pandemic. From virtual visits before… Continue reading First-time students experience virtual orientation

Fugate Student Center gets a facelift

Newly elected SGA executive board continues preparations for fall semester

The SGA executive board for 2020-2021 is hard at work, with each member bringing a different perspective to the table, making up a strong team to represent the student body.

Residence Life has a new interim director

Newman University has named Turner Middendorf interim residence life director for the 2020-21 academic year. Previously the residence life graduate assistant, Middendorf officially began his new role May 13 when… Continue reading Residence Life has a new interim director

Online town hall meeting keeps students informed from a distance

Though students are away from campus, the Student Affairs team is doing everything they can to keep everyone informed. While a physical meeting is not currently possible, Dean of Students… Continue reading Online town hall meeting keeps students informed from a distance

Registration day goes virtual

In this new, temporary virtual world everyone is adjusting to, Newman University had to get creative with its traditional registration day event. Each year, in mid-April, staff and faculty host… Continue reading Registration day goes virtual

Partnership with USD 259 results in food deliveries for those in need

Though the campus is quiet, Newman University’s mission to serve the community lives on.

Nine online learning tips for college students

Because of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, universities around the country have moved their spring semester in-person classes to an online format. For many, this transition can be a struggle when… Continue reading Nine online learning tips for college students

COVID-19 concerns result in a series of cancellations for Newman University

The Newman University campus is usually buzzing with multiple events in any given week. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and the state regulations that have been placed,… Continue reading COVID-19 concerns result in a series of cancellations for Newman University

Honors students gain perspective on mental health

Each year, Newman University honors students are given an assigned reading in order to provoke discussion and promote critical thinking. This year, the book was “What Made Maddy Run” by… Continue reading Honors students gain perspective on mental health

A full week of activities for Newman homecoming week

Newman University’s homecoming week, happening the week of Feb. 17, always brings forth strong traditions and new events to draw in students, faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the… Continue reading A full week of activities for Newman homecoming week

Students discover a passion for mentoring

Though senior Martina Viale and junior Sara Zogleman do not have any biological sisters, they have become mentors to two little sisters through the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters program.… Continue reading Students discover a passion for mentoring

KCACTF: an immersion in theater

Written by Matthew Clark, sophomore On Jan. 19, I joined six other students and our theater director on a trip to the snow-covered land of South Dakota for an acting… Continue reading KCACTF: an immersion in theater

Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee

Senior Dyana Baca, a business management major with music and entrepreneurship minors, has the unique opportunity of being a student and an official Newman employee simultaneously. In the midst of… Continue reading Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee

Campus Ministry hosts winter service trip

A total of 18 students went on a service trip to Gallup, New Mexico, during their winter break. Father Adam Grelinger, Newman University chaplain, and Emily Simon, assistant director of… Continue reading Campus Ministry hosts winter service trip

Triathlon, cheer and dance teams support Swaney Elementary in marathon challenge

Members of triathlon, cheer and dance attended the last day of Swaney Elementary’s 26 day marathon challenge to cheer them on and run with them.

Trunk-or-treat at Newman open to community

Community and students partaking in the festivities.

Newman University is well known for its service and community involvement. A great example of that will take place at the end of this month. The university’s annual Trunk-or-Treat event… Continue reading Trunk-or-treat at Newman open to community

On-campus living completes the college experience

Altenor as a student outside her residence hall room at Newman University.

Living on campus opens up great opportunities for students, as they are constantly immersed in events and academics, and they get to experience life on their own. Newman sophomore Gabrielle… Continue reading On-campus living completes the college experience

SGA and nursing department provide free flu shots

The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) along with the nursing department co-sponsored an event Oct. 7 to provide free flu shots for Newman students. The shots were in high… Continue reading SGA and nursing department provide free flu shots

First-time students explore conservation

The Newman University Traditions and Transitions (T&T) students participated in a class trip to the Sedgwick County Zoo on Oct. 2 to explore a type of conservation taking place in… Continue reading First-time students explore conservation

First open mic showcases student talent through poetry and song

The first open mic event for fall semester was held Sept. 24 at the Newman Grind. Hosted by students Matthew Clark and Murphy Obershaw and sponsored by the theater, English… Continue reading First open mic showcases student talent through poetry and song

Mentorship program fuels support for student-athletes

Student-athletes work hard for their university. Between keeping up with their studies and juggling conditioning, practices and games, they work practically nonstop to carry out their duties. Due to these… Continue reading Mentorship program fuels support for student-athletes

Sloppy Joe Improv team grows

Sloppy Joe Improv — Newman University’s improv comedy group — has provided the community with years of entertainment and is ready to start a new season. With the departures of… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Improv team grows

Cultural Extravaganza will showcase talent at Newman

The Cultural Extravaganza, which has become a staple event not only for the Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) but also for the Wichita community, is coming back for its third year.… Continue reading Cultural Extravaganza will showcase talent at Newman

Editor’s note: Newman student Allison Schoeppner ’18, ’20 reflects on her time as an incoming freshman and how she prepared for her collegiate journey. She also spoke with students who… Continue reading Incoming students share thoughts about preparing for college

Six tips for parents to help their student transition to college

A high school graduate’s transition to college can be tough — but having a solid support system can help ease the stress of the move. It can be difficult for… Continue reading Six tips for parents to help their student transition to college