Your weekly athletics recap: Oct. 2-9

Newman Softball (courtesy photo: Richard Rico)

Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.

How three Icelandic golfers found a home at Newman

(From left to right) Gunnarsson, Bjarnadottir and Asgeirsson (courtesy of Richard Rico)

For the first time ever, Newman University is home to three Icelandic golfers: Halldor Vidar Gunnarsson, Asdis Eva Bjarnadottir and Tomas Hugi Asgeirsson.

Meet first-generation graduate student: Angelica Rodriguez

Angelica Rodriguez is a first-generation graduate student at Newman, and says earning her higher education is her way of honoring her parents and heritage. 

Students express gratitude for Party on the Plaza donations

The Newman chorale and troubadours dressed in 1920's style costumes while volunteering at Party on the Plaza.

For many Newman students, this year’s Party on the Plaza wasn’t just a celebration — it was a chance to show gratitude for the scholarships making a difference in their lives.

$200k raised for student scholarships at 2025 Party on the Plaza

Guests wear their best at the 2025 Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20's fundraiser at Newman University.

During the 2025 Party on the Plaza, supporters raised money for student financial aid that makes a Newman education possible.

Newman University enrolls largest number of seminarians yet

President Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., MPH, (center) with seminarians who are current students at Newman University

A record-breaking 25 seminarians enrolled for fall 2025, marking the largest seminarian class in Newman University’s history.

Students turn summer internships into career momentum

(From left to right) Lotsu-Morgan and Strickbine at McCurdy Real Estate & Auction office in Wichita

Three Newman University students say internships have sharpened their skills, boosted their confidence and clarified their next steps.

Alumna Ginny Wylie’s meaningful mentorship as a Spiritual Companion

Wylie (blonde hair, bottom right) huddles with the women's soccer team for a prayer before a game. (Courtesy photo: Richard Rico)

Newman alumna Ginny Wylie ’93 goes above and beyond her role as a Spiritual Companion for the women’s soccer team.

Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist

Students gather around a registration table at Newman University.

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.