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Passion for sonography born from work with submarines

Although Rachelle Teare’s upbringing brought a number of hardships, it also set her on a path to finding the career she loves: sonography.

Newman to host Arts & Literature March 3-4

Themed “Queens & Things: Art & Gender,” the Arts & Literature Festival is scheduled for Thursday, March 3 and Friday, March 4 with a variety of events that appeal to any age.

A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022

The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.

Newman Theater Department presents ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’ March 3-6

The Newman Theater Department will bring “Mary, Queen of Scots” to life on stage March 3-6 in the De Mattias Performance Hall.

Artist Ann Resnick presents ‘So Long, Fare Well’ for First Friday March 4

Steckline Gallery will present “So Long, Fare Well” by artist Ann Resnick during a First Friday exhibition from 5 to 8 pm, March 4, at Newman University.

Historical High Tea tradition returns to Newman campus

The St. John Henry Newman High Tea event returned to campus for students, alumni, staff and families to enjoy on Tuesday, February 22.

Former Newman basketball coach shares messages on mental health

After 19 years of coaching the Newman men’s basketball team, alumnus Mark Potter has been following a new passion: speaking on mental health.

Newman hosts record-breaking Scholarship Interview Day on campus

Admissions hosted Scholarship Interview Day Saturday, January 29, with the help of the ASC sisters, students, faculty and staff members.

Nursing student Priscilla Bianchini realizes her call to health care

After changing career paths, Priscilla Bianchini, an international nursing student from Brazil, is following her passion for helping others.

Future educator Cale Kerschen reflects on Newman experience

ASC Scholar Cale Kerschen is pursuing degrees in secondary education and math, is active with his church and is also in the midst of student teaching.

Newman partnership with Cowley College offers fast track to teaching

In partnership with Cowley College, Newman University offers the Accelerated Pathway to Teaching program, the fastest route in the state to completing a Bachelor of Science degree in education.

Video: 2022 Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at Newman

Students, faculty and staff gathered for fellowship and prayer during the “Journey of Faith” Interfaith Prayer Breakfast Thursday, February 10.

Parker Tippin combines love of math, bowling in cooperative education opportunity

Senior Parker Tippin played off both his love of mathematics and bowling during a cooperative education opportunity last semester.

Student battles cancer and prevails through studies

In the middle of her college years at Newman, senior Rossie Smith was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.

Photographer Richard Rico kindly captures Newman Athletics

Richard Rico is using his passion for photography to capture the action of the Newman Athletics teams out of the kindness of his heart.

Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins

Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.

Interfaith Prayer Breakfast offers celebration through song, prayer, breakfast

All are welcome to attend this year’s Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at 7:30 am Thursday, February 10 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.

Introducing Newman’s new dean of students

Newman University is excited to welcome and introduce the new dean of students, Sara Mata, to the Jets family.

Newman Disc Golf helps collect 4,000 diapers to those in need

In partnership with the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City, the Newman Disc Golf Club collected 4,000 diapers for pregnancy shelters in Kansas.

Contests, events and excitement to come during Heritage Month

The Newman University community is celebrating Heritage Month with a series of exciting events February 1 through March 4, 2022.

Dugan Library gets fresh look

Brand new furniture pieces were delivered, built and are now ready for student use on the first floor of the Dugan Library.

Love at Newman: Madeline Alvarez and Cole Schnieders

Wedding photography by Brianna Huynh

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

Courtesy photo provided by Tejay Cleland

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 4-6 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

Photo credit: Elizabeth Thi Photography LLC

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.