Academic Awards Convocation scheduled for April 21

Outstanding Newman University students and faculty members will be featured at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation. The ceremony will take place at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 21, in the Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. A reception will follow in the Gorges Atrium. The event is free and open to… Continue reading Academic Awards Convocation scheduled for April 21

‘Leading Like Jesus’ by Owen Phelps set for April 20

Owen Phelps, Ph.D. will present a “Catholic Leading Like Jesus Encounter” at 7 p.m. April 20 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center inside the Dugan Library and Campus Center on the campus of Newman University. The event is free and open to the public.

Two Gerber Institute healthcare reform panels remaining

Two sessions remain in the panel discussions on healthcare reform presented by the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies and Via Christi Health. The panels are scheduled for Thursday, April 15, and Thursday, April 22. A hot breakfast is provided for the first 30 registrants.

Lit Fest begins Saturday, April 10

The Newman University 11th annual Literary Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 10 and 11, in the Jabara Flexible Theatre inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on the Newman campus. The theme for this year’s festival is “E-scapes: The Possibility for Hope in a Post-Literary America.”

Jaime Green named head women’s basketball coach

Newman University Athletics Director Vic Trilli announced the selection of Jaime Green as head women’s basketball coach in a press conference Friday, April 9. The press conference allowed area media outlets and the local Newman community the opportunity to meet Green and learn about her plans for the Newman University women’s basketball program.

Newman University ‘re-enlists’ in Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program

Newman University officials recently signed an agreement with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to participate in the VA’s Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program for the award year Aug. 1, 2010 to July 31, 2011. The agreement marks the second year Newman has elected to participate in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Seven NU students accepted to KU Med School

Seven Newman University seniors will be heading to Kansas City, Kan., next fall to attend the University of Kansas Medical School. The students, who are among only 175 students who will be entering the school, are the latest examples of a long-standing tradition of excellence for the Newman pre-medical program.

Newman University to present Dr. Owen Phelps April 20

Newman University will host a “Catholic Leading Like Jesus Encounter” by Owen Phelps, Ph.D., at 7 p.m. April 20 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center inside the Dugan Library and Campus Center on the campus of Newman University. The event is free and open to the public.

Gerber Institute, Via Christi Health present breakfast panels on healthcare reform April 8, 15, 22

The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University and Via Christi Health are partnering to present three breakfast panel and participant discussions on healthcare reform. The discussions will take place on April 8 and 22 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center inside the Dugan Library and Campus Center, and on April 15 in… Continue reading Gerber Institute, Via Christi Health present breakfast panels on healthcare reform April 8, 15, 22

Gerber Institute at Newman University presents author Paula Huston April 7

The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University will present a lecture by Paula Huston, author of Forgiveness: Following Jesus into Radical Loving and several other spiritual works, at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 7 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center, inside the Dugan Library and Campus Center on the Newman campus. The event is free… Continue reading Gerber Institute at Newman University presents author Paula Huston April 7

NU Literary Festival scheduled for April 10 and 11

Newman University’s 11th annual Literary Festival is almost here. The Festival will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 10 and 11, in the Jabara Flexible Theatre inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on campus.

Steckline Gallery presents Stations of the Cross exhibit this Final Friday

Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will present the Opening Reception of “The Chapel of Our Shared Souls,” an exhibit of Stations of the Cross created by CityArts Director David Murano from 5 to 7 p.m. this Final Friday, March 26.

Newman University Jets sports update

Read the latest updates for the Newman University Jets

Newman University Jets sports update

Read the latest updates for the Newman University Jets.

National Black Marriage Day celebration

Join in the celebration of National Black Marriage Day Sunday, March 28, 5 to 7 p.m. at Tabernacle Bible Church, 1817 N. Volutsia, Wichita. This event will include information on the status of Black marriages, the viewing of the movie, “Happily Ever After,” entertainment, and lively discussion on the status of Black marriages today.

Jesse James historian to speak March 29 at Newman University

Those who know the story of the famous outlaw Jesse James are aware of the account of his death, when he was shot from behind by Robert Ford. Historian and Newman graduate Ron Pastore of Benton, however, believes things happened differently. After spending 10 years studying photographs, forensic data, historical research, and rock engravings, Pastore… Continue reading Jesse James historian to speak March 29 at Newman University

Paper submission deadline for NU Literary Festival is March 15

The deadline to submit papers for the upcoming Literary Festival at Newman University is Monday, March 15.

Help students collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children

Students in the “Study and Serve in Guatemala” program are heavily involved in their campaign called Project SONRISA to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children.

NU alum to present information on primate research March 12

Newman University graduate Nick Robl ’04 will present information on primate research he conducted in South America and Africa to students exploring science careers.

Spring Break begins March 13

Students and faculty will enjoy Spring Break from March 13 to March 21. Go to www.facebook.com/NewmanU to become a fan and share your Spring Break plans with the Newman community.

Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Anyone who has gone to school has witnessed, perpetrated or been the victim of it. It can be blatant, such as one student hitting or threatening harm to another, or subtle, such as a teacher manipulating a student to change his or her behavior. In some respects, it has become so common in the classroom… Continue reading Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Support the Jets in Heartland Conference semi-final game Friday, March 5

The Newman Jets are the No. 2 seed in the NCAA Division II Heartland Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament. The Jets will take on St. Mary’s University in the semi-final game at 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 5 in San Antonio, Texas, in Bill Greehy Arena, located in the Alumni Athletics and Convocation Center (Building 43: St. Mary’s… Continue reading Support the Jets in Heartland Conference semi-final game Friday, March 5

Students aim to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children

Students in the “Study and Serve in Guatemala” program have launched a campaign called Project SONRISA to collect 11,000 new toothbrushes by April 1 for Guatemalan children.

Shakespearean scholar Bente Videbaek speaks March 10 presented by the History Speaker Series

The Newman University History Speaker Series will present Shakespeare scholar Bente Videbaek, Ph.D. at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on campus. The topic of Videbaek’s speech will be, “Reflections on Kingship: Elizabeth’s and James I’s Rule Contemplated in Revenge and Domestic Tragedy.”

Students gather on campus to watch Sloppy Joes, men’s basketball game on big screen

Join Newman students, faculty and staff who will not be making the trip to San Antonio, Texas, for the 2010 Heartland Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament for an evening that starts with a performance by the Newman Sloppy Joes Improv Troupe followed by a viewing of the game on the big screen TV in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.

Newman University and Friends University team up for Career Fair and workshops

Newman University and Friends University are co-sponsoring this year’s Career Fair 3:30 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 25. The fair this year will be held from at McKay Gymnasium, Casado Campus Center, at Friends University. A series of workshops designed to help area residents improve their job-hunting skills and meet several potential employers will also be held throughout the months… Continue reading Newman University and Friends University team up for Career Fair and workshops

John and Marilyn Dugan receive Cardinal Newman Medal

Newman University awarded Marilyn and John Dugan, center, the Cardinal Newman Medal at a Feb. 27 banquet and awards ceremony. The medal is the university’s highest honor, and is conferred upon those who demonstrate an appreciation of the spirit and ideals of John Henry Cardinal Newman, for whom Newman University is named, and who have… Continue reading John and Marilyn Dugan receive Cardinal Newman Medal