Get to know the 2024-25 student executive leadership team on the Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) at Newman University.
Student Life
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.
A ‘last lecture’ to remember with professor Sonja Bontrager
The 2024 “last lecture” speaker was Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager, who drew approximately 60 attendees to the fireside chat.
Non-medical skills that could save (or start) your medical career
Newman alumna Jaimie Fager ’14 presented invaluable advice to students about non-medical skills necessary for a medical career.
Nursing students surprised with scholarships from veterans
Newman nursing students Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch received far more than just a glazed donut during Jet Friday on April 5.
Campus reflects on sacredness of creation during Earth Day
Earth Day wasn’t just another Monday at Newman University — it was a day to recognize the sacredness of Earth, created by God.
Sisters’ spaghetti brings students together
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) sisters know the way into the hearts of Newman students, and it’s through spaghetti.
Kansas Food Bank benefits from Newman service day
On April 17, several students, faculty and staff traveled to the Kansas Food Bank to participate in a Newman service day.
Podcast: Life in the Bahamas
In a recent episode of The Newman Bond, four Bahamian students share their experiences growing up and living in the Bahamas.
Med school bound: Nicole Romero’s Newman journey
Nicole Romero, a 2023 graduate of Newman University, was recently accepted into the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Jets bowling: A season of pins, strikes and near-misses
As pins fell and scores soared, Newman University’s men’s and women’s bowling teams showcased their prowess on the lanes during their 2023-24 season.
Academic Awards highlight accolades of Newman students
Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 10.
Five Newman students celebrate Latina Day at Kansas State Capitol
A group of five students from Newman University celebrated Latina Day at the Kansas State Capitol on March 6.
Newman University to celebrate Earth Week 2024
Newman University is excited to host its third annual Earth Week from Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 19 culminating on Earth Day April 22.
Chase Martel takes first place, makes Newman golf history
Golfer Chase Martel took first place at the Konzem-Capra Invitational March 18, becoming Newman University’s first number one overall finisher at a tournament since joining Division II.
Women’s bowling wins runner up at GLVC Championships
The Newman women’s bowling team competed at its second-ever Great Lakes Valley Conference March 24 and made it to the championship round.
Newman announces tuition freeze for 2024-25 academic year
Newman University President Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., MPH, announced on March 26 that tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year will not increase.
Students present ‘Out of the Box Play Festival’ April 4-6
Members of the community have three opportunities to see one-act plays at the Out of the Box Play Festival April 4-6 at Newman University.
Podcast: The value of social work
Two leaders within social work at Newman University discussed the value of the field on a recent podcast episode of The Newman Bond.