The first ever Newman University medical technology alumni gathering was held in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center June 13. Director of Development for Sciences and Health Sciences Therese Wetta,… Continue reading Newman University medical technology alumni gather June 13
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Theology Student Meets Pope Francis
On the most recent MA/MTS program Rome trip, MTS student Angela Albright had a memorable experience as presented in the Catholic Advance. Newman grad gets newlywed gift —… Continue reading Theology Student Meets Pope Francis
75th anniversary of Fr. Kapaun’s ordination at Newman University
Newman University holds a distinctive connection with the man who may someday be numbered among the saints of the Catholic Church. Father Emil Kapaun was ordained a priest in St. John’s Chapel… Continue reading 75th anniversary of Fr. Kapaun’s ordination at Newman University
Newman Campus Activity Board Breakfast and Bingo draws big crowd
The Campus Activity Board Breakfast and Bingo is one of Newman University’s traditional student events. The CAB gathering on the eve of finals was a huge hit this past Sunday night,… Continue reading Newman Campus Activity Board Breakfast and Bingo draws big crowd
Newman University Western Kansas Center helping address education challenges
An internet search for the term “teacher shortage” brings tens of thousands of results. Over the past six months hundreds of articles have been published regarding states and communities challenged… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas Center helping address education challenges
Newman University Speakers Bureau, Wilkerson popular on local speaking circuit
Newman University students know their professors and instructors are skilled educators. Now, thanks to the Newman University Speakers Bureau, members of the community get to share in the experience. Director of Adult… Continue reading Newman University Speakers Bureau, Wilkerson popular on local speaking circuit
HealthPulse focuses on Type 2 diabetes for May 12 lecture
Newman University and the KU School of Medicine-Wichita are teaming up to host HealthPulse, a community lecture series designed to educate the public on health matters. On Tuesday, May 12, Justin… Continue reading HealthPulse focuses on Type 2 diabetes for May 12 lecture
2015 Jetspy Awards kick off new Newman Athletics tradition
Sports fans know all about ESPN’s ESPY Awards, the all-sports cable network’s year-end honors saluting athletic excellence from the professional and collegiate playing fields. Not to be outdone, Newman University held… Continue reading 2015 Jetspy Awards kick off new Newman Athletics tradition
Honors Program graduating students honored
On Tuesday, April 28, five students were honored at a small reception held by Associate Professor of History and Director of the Honors Program Kelly McFall, Ph.D. The five students will be… Continue reading Honors Program graduating students honored
Newman Instrumental Ensemble to perform ‘A Musical Trip Through TV Land’ April 19
On April 19 the Newman University Music Department will present an instrumental ensemble concert, “A Musical Trip Through TV Land.” The concert will feature music from many classic TV theme songs and will include… Continue reading Newman Instrumental Ensemble to perform ‘A Musical Trip Through TV Land’ April 19
Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Two-Headed Beast” by Dustin Parker and Greg Turner as the eighth and final show of its 2014-2015 season. The exhibit will begin with… Continue reading Final Friday April 24 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Two-Headed Beast’ with paintings, digital prints, other media
Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
Newman University will present student C.L. Smet’s nationally recognized, award-winning play “Fair Departure” for four evening performances. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. on April 16, 17, and… Continue reading Newman University presents “Fair Departure” April 16-19
Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party
On Saturday, April 18 from 11:15 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Newman University Alumni Association will hold the “Free BBQ, Beer and Ball” Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party in Parking Lot C… Continue reading Alumni Tailgate Reunion Party
16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
The 16th annual Newman University Literary Festival took place April 9-10 with the theme “Science and Literature.” The festival included multiple events such as a keynote speech and panel discussion on April… Continue reading 16th Annual Literary Festival a blast of nerdy fun
100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
For the second year in a row, 100 percent of Newman Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) students passed the Certification Examination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant, administered by the National Board… Continue reading 100% of Newman OTA students pass examination yet again
Alumni Board seeks nominations for 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards
The Alumni Board of Directors Nominations Committee is seeking nominations for our 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards. Nominees must be graduates of the academy, junior college or college/university at least five years… Continue reading Alumni Board seeks nominations for 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Newman journalism students grab state awards
The Newman University Vantage student newspaper won 21 awards at the Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 11 at the Drury Plaza Broadview Hotel in downtown Wichita. The paper won a silver… Continue reading Newman journalism students grab state awards
That’s the Ticket! Newman SGA elections underway
The 2015-16 Student Government Association elections are underway. Voting for the new SGA president and vice-president began April 16 and runs to April 19. Students will vote online for SGA… Continue reading That’s the Ticket! Newman SGA elections underway
2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
The Staff Assembly of Newman University is proud to sponsor the 15th annual Silent Auction on Friday, April 17, 2015. Proceeds will benefit Newman University’s Hearts and Hands Fund and… Continue reading 2015 Silent Auction will be April 17
Newman ranked 15th nationally for Small College RN-BSN programs
Newman University is ranked 15th in an article titled “30 Great Small Colleges for an RN-BSN Degree” published this month by Best Master of Science in Nursing. Newman is the only Kansas… Continue reading Newman ranked 15th nationally for Small College RN-BSN programs
Campus events help students thank Newman donors
More than 100 Newman University students, officials and donors gathered at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center April 13 for the annual Newman Scholarship Luncheon. The luncheon gives scholarship recipients and their… Continue reading Campus events help students thank Newman donors
Accepted Student Day draws future students and family to campus
More than 100 guests gathered on the Newman University campus April 11 for Accepted Student Day. “Saturday was a great day. We had 43 families on campus representing six states… Continue reading Accepted Student Day draws future students and family to campus
Resident assistant staff announced for 2015-16 academic year
The Department of Residence Life has announced its 2015 – 2016 Resident Assistant staff. Nine current Newman students, including three returners and one alternate, were selected for positions.
April 7 final ‘Mission Talk’ will focus on Monsignor McNeill’s Life and Legacy
Newman University will present “McNeill’s Life and Legacy: In Retrospect,” the final lecture of the 2014-15 series of “Mission Talks,” from noon to 1 p.m., April 7, in the Tarcisia Roths,… Continue reading April 7 final ‘Mission Talk’ will focus on Monsignor McNeill’s Life and Legacy
Newman Studies Program change provides more flexibility for students
The Newman University faculty approved a change to the Newman Studies Program (NSP) March 27, 2015 that will allow students to take capstone courses once they have achieved sophomore status.… Continue reading Newman Studies Program change provides more flexibility for students
Highlights from 2015 Family Weekend event
The Newman University Campus Activities Board hosted the 2015 Family Weekend event on March 27 and 28. With more than 150 attendees overall, the weekend events were a wonderful success. Check out photos… Continue reading Highlights from 2015 Family Weekend event
2015 Career Fair: A huge success
On Tuesday, March 31, Newman University in partnership with Friends University held the “Career Fair on Highway 54.” The fair was a big success, with 66 companies and organizations set… Continue reading 2015 Career Fair: A huge success
Rush of Fools rocked the campus
Christian rock band, Rush of Fools, rocked the Newman University campus on March 27. The response from attendees was overwhelmingly positive despite the brisk weather. The cold was overcome by… Continue reading Rush of Fools rocked the campus
Admissions to host live online chat April 2
On April 2 the Newman University Admissions Department will once again host an online chat for prospective students. The topic for this month’s chat will be campus life. Prospective students… Continue reading Admissions to host live online chat April 2
Estate Planning for Women Session at Newman March 27
Newman University is hosting a free lunch and learn seminar focusing on estate planning strategies. Estate Planning for Women will be held at noon, March 27 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference… Continue reading Estate Planning for Women Session at Newman March 27
Looking back at Newman’s first Heritage Month
Newman University’s first Heritage Month came to a close the evening of March 4, with Mass and a Christian concert by Luke Spehar. Heritage Month is the month-long series of… Continue reading Looking back at Newman’s first Heritage Month
Midterms are coming; effective tips for better studying
With midterms around the corner, Bo Bonner, director of Newman University’s Academic Resource Center, has compiled a few key tricks and tips to make studying for midterm exams less painful,… Continue reading Midterms are coming; effective tips for better studying
Newman University Theatre Department presents William Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
The Newman University Theatre Department will present William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” for three evening performances and one matinee. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. March 5, 6 and 7,… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents William Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
Newman University Theatre presents ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
The Newman University Theatre Department will present “Hamlet” by William Shakespeare for three evening performances and one matinee. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. March 5, 6 and 7, and… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents ‘Hamlet’ March 5-8
Touring musician Spehar to help close Heritage Month on a joyous note
National touring singer/songwriter Luke Spehar will help bring the first Heritage Month to a close with a free concert, March 4, 2015 at 8 p.m. The concert will be held… Continue reading Touring musician Spehar to help close Heritage Month on a joyous note
Newman University’s Master of Social Work Program earns re-accreditation
The Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Newman has been successfully re-accredited for an additional eight years. “This has been a rather long and difficult process, so all of… Continue reading Newman University’s Master of Social Work Program earns re-accreditation
Newman’s ‘Fr. Fog’ featured in Our Sunday Visitor magazine
Father John Fogliasso is featured in the Feb. 22, 2015 issue of Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly. The national online and print publication included the story on Fr. Fog in its… Continue reading Newman’s ‘Fr. Fog’ featured in Our Sunday Visitor magazine
Cardinal Newman Week closes with banquet
A successful and tradition filled Cardinal Newman Week draws to a close with the Cardinal Newman Award banquet Saturday Feb. 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Highlighting the night will… Continue reading Cardinal Newman Week closes with banquet
Newman University to celebrate Cardinal Newman Week with High Tea on Feb. 17
Newman University will host High Tea on Feb. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. on the Newman University Campus, 3100 W. McCormick, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A second High Tea… Continue reading Newman University to celebrate Cardinal Newman Week with High Tea on Feb. 17
Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend
Head men’s basketball Coach Mark Potter achieved a milestone victory as his team rose to the challenge of defeating Heartland Conference co-leader St Mary’s University last Saturday. With an exciting… Continue reading Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend