The Cardinal Newman Medal is considered the university’s highest honor. The 2018 awardee is alumnus and long-time friend, Archie Macias.
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High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
High school students were recently invited to visit the Newman campus to give them a feel for what a future at the university might be like. The Newman University admissions… Continue reading High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
Board member John Clevenger leaves a legacy of generosity
The Newman community was extremely saddened to hear of the passing of board member John Clevenger on July 22, 2017. Clevenger joined the Newman University Board of Trustees in September 2013.… Continue reading Board member John Clevenger leaves a legacy of generosity
Theology Program Potluck with Dr. Matthew Levering
Students, alumni and friends of the Theology program are invited to join us for a potluck on Tuesday, August 9th, at 6:00pm here on campus. We will be meeting in… Continue reading Theology Program Potluck with Dr. Matthew Levering
Newman Theology Faculty and Alumnus at Summer Symposium
July 14-16 Newman Theology Professor John McCormick and MA/MTS alumnus Dusty Gates will both be presenting as part of the Spiritual Life Center’s Summer Symposium. Dr. McCormick will be speaking… Continue reading Newman Theology Faculty and Alumnus at Summer Symposium
Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance
Newman University has always offered tutoring for its students, even at a distance, but newly discovered video telecommunicating technology allows the university to take that one step further. Virtual Tutoring… Continue reading Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance
Year of Father Kapaun closes with Mass and dinner at Newman University
Newman University will play host to a special Wichita diocesan-wide celebration June 9 marking the closing to the “Year of Father Kapaun” and the 76th anniversary of the ordination of Fr.… Continue reading Year of Father Kapaun closes with Mass and dinner at Newman University
Newman360Five bids a tasty adieu!
Hey Newman360Five fans! Justin Ralph here, one of the regular correspondents and head editor of Newman360Five, and I would like to thank you all personally for watching and supporting this… Continue reading Newman360Five bids a tasty adieu!
Newman University Western Kansas Center helping tackle teacher shortage
There is a growing concern about an unsettling teacher shortage trend throughout the state. At the March Kansas Board of Education meeting, Kansas Commissioner of Education Randy Watson announced a… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas Center helping tackle teacher shortage
Library to host ‘Triumph Over Procrastination’ event April 24
The Dugan Library will collaborate with Newman University faculty, support services staff and student tutors next week to offer academic assistance to students for one night in one place. “Triumph… Continue reading Library to host ‘Triumph Over Procrastination’ event April 24
Newman Faculty and Alumni at the Catholic Culture Conference
This weekend, April 22-23, 2016, the Spiritual Life Center is hosting their second annual Catholic Culture Conference here in Wichita. Along with keynote speaker, Anthony Esolen, our own Dr. Matthew Umbarger… Continue reading Newman Faculty and Alumni at the Catholic Culture Conference
Newman science outreach programs moving forward
The Newman University Hispanic Scholar and Native American Scholar programs are quickly coming to a close. The programs began meeting every Wednesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. beginning on Feb.… Continue reading Newman science outreach programs moving forward
Newman University Orientation Leaders announced
The 2016-2017 Newman University Orientation Leaders were announced this week and many of them are already excited for Jet Days. Orientation Leaders assist the Student Life team in not only… Continue reading Newman University Orientation Leaders announced
Nursing students give back to community
On Monday, Mar. 21, the Newman University Nurses Christian Fellowship (NCF) spent their lunch hour making tie blankets to donate to victims of sexual assault in Wesley hospital emergency rooms.… Continue reading Nursing students give back to community
Amy Emerson’s Jet Life
Freshman Amy Emerson describes herself as a quiet person. However, she certainly does not keep to herself as you can easily find her on campus hanging out with friends in… Continue reading Amy Emerson’s Jet Life
Spring Break runs March 14-18
Next week, Newman University students will take a much deserved break from classes. Spring Break runs March 14-18. Mass, confessions and adoration will not be held in St. John’s Chapel during Spring… Continue reading Spring Break runs March 14-18
Career Skills 101 to help Newman University students reach career goals
“Don’t wish it was easier, wish you were better. Don’t wish for less problems, wish for more skills. Don’t wish for less challenge, wish for more wisdom.” – Jim Rohn,… Continue reading Career Skills 101 to help Newman University students reach career goals
A surprise under the old carpet in St. John’s Chapel
Star Lumber entered St. John’s Chapel on Newman University campus this week to install new carpet. The new carpet is thanks, in part, to a donation from the Student Government Association, which… Continue reading A surprise under the old carpet in St. John’s Chapel
Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
Senior Gavin Thurman poured in a season-high 27 points and added eight rebounds, leading four players in double figures as the Newman Men’s Basketball Team led wire-to-wire to dispatch Bethel… Continue reading Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
German Holocaust expert Waitman Beorn is the Fall History Speaker Nov. 2
Newman University will present Waitman Beorn, Ph.D., director of the Virginia Holocaust Museum in Richmond, Va., as the Fall History Speaker. Born will speak at 7 p.m., Nov. 2 in the Newman University… Continue reading German Holocaust expert Waitman Beorn is the Fall History Speaker Nov. 2
Fall Phonathon raising money for Newman Fund
Newman’s Fall Phonathon is underway. The a two and a half week service event that raises money for the Newman Fund kicked off on Oct. 4. The Advancement department holds… Continue reading Fall Phonathon raising money for Newman Fund
Father Sam Brand: From Newman University to Priesthood
Some kids want to be doctors. Others want to be teachers. At 9, Wichita native Sam Brand knew he wanted to be a priest. “The life appealed to me,” Brand… Continue reading Father Sam Brand: From Newman University to Priesthood
High school students visit Newman Health Professions Day to learn about opportunities
The Newman University Admission department teamed up with Nursing and Allied Health faculty to hold a Newman Health Professions Day on Oct. 10. This day was intended to give current… Continue reading High school students visit Newman Health Professions Day to learn about opportunities
Junior heads to national championships, makes Newman tennis history
Junior Eduardo Dos Santos is making Newman tennis history, after winning the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s South Central Regional Championship on Sept. 27. Dos Santos will represent the South-Central Region as… Continue reading Junior heads to national championships, makes Newman tennis history
Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will present their first vocal music concert of the year at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25 in historic St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred… Continue reading Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
Hunger expert talks with Newman students, community
Rev. David Beckmann, author of Exodus from Hunger and a noted expert on hunger and poverty issues, talked with Newman freshman and also made a presentation to the larger Newman… Continue reading Hunger expert talks with Newman students, community
The Art of Understanding
The Newman University Bachelor of Science in Counseling program is more than a major; for many students, it’s a calling. It takes a special type of person with a special… Continue reading The Art of Understanding
Campus Activities Board to host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) will host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11 to welcome students’ families to campus. CAB will kick off the weekend’s events on Friday, Oct. 9… Continue reading Campus Activities Board to host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11
Visit advances new collaboration, expanded opportunities for Newman University students on the horizon
In the not-too-distant future, Newman University students could be taking some coursework to complete their major in the United Kingdom. That possibility along with plenty of “intercontinental bonding” took place… Continue reading Visit advances new collaboration, expanded opportunities for Newman University students on the horizon
Newman pre-law students take part in 2015 MINK Law Day
On Sept. 10 a group of Newman pre-law students traveled with Professor of Sociology and Pre-Law Advisor Larry Heck, Ph.D. to Overland Park, Kan., to attend MINK Law Day. MINK… Continue reading Newman pre-law students take part in 2015 MINK Law Day
For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
“You are only as good as the things you love.” Those are words to live by according to Dr. George Smith, Associate Professor of Accountancy at Newman and a man… Continue reading For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
Newman University Pope Mania
With Pope Francis on American soil there is no shortage of interest being generated for his first U.S. visit, especially on the Newman campus. Newman Campus Ministries hosted a doughnut… Continue reading Newman University Pope Mania
Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Director of Residence Life Lucas Mullin was recently appointed as the new NASPA Region IV-West Kansas membership coordinator. Mullin said that during his three-year term he would be responsible for… Continue reading Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Newman University alum Andrew Danielski made a special 5,219 mile trip back to campus the week of Sept. 14 in order to show his family around his alma mater. Danielski is… Continue reading Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Imagine walking into your very first college class. You’ve been thinking about this day for years, and you’re excited, but the unknowns race through your head. How many people will… Continue reading Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni
The Newman University Career Services Office provides students and alumni with a variety of resources for career planning and professional development. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the services… Continue reading Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni
Former Newman soccer coach, local legend, honored at women’s game
Former Newman University Women’s Soccer Head Coach Alan Shepherd was honored posthumously during halftime of the Jets home contest Sept. 9. against East Central University. Shepherd died after suffering a… Continue reading Former Newman soccer coach, local legend, honored at women’s game
Outdoor Eucharistic Adoration event at Newman University Sept. 13
Newman University will host a citywide evening of Eucharistic Adoration service and street dance on Sunday, Sept. 13. Several hundred people are expected to attend the event, which is sponsored… Continue reading Outdoor Eucharistic Adoration event at Newman University Sept. 13
Internship helped Newman student develop a passion for Radiologic Technology
Katie Little is no stranger to lead vests. But she’s not headed into a gunfight any time soon. She’s got her own superhuman skills she hopes will render her future… Continue reading Internship helped Newman student develop a passion for Radiologic Technology
Newman community coping with loss of student athlete Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman students, staff, faculty and friends alike are still reeling from the loss of senior student-athlete Reece Wright-Conklin, who passed away in a motorcycle accident early Thursday morning, Sept. 3.… Continue reading Newman community coping with loss of student athlete Reece Wright-Conklin