Noreen Carrocci, President of Newman University, is getting the chance to experience something most people only dream of. She’s heading to our nation’s capital to meet the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the Bishop of Rome … Pope Benedict XVI.
Search the Web and Give to Newman!
Newman University now has an account with a search engine on the Internet called “GoodSearch.” GoodSearch.com will give a penny to Newman for every submitted search. Replace your regular search engines such as Google, Yahoo! or MSN with GoodSearch today!
ASC Student Scholars Help Children
Last Wednesday, April 2, Newman University sophomores in the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) Community Leader Scholars program visited Via Christi Pediatrics Child Life Center to give coloring books and crayons they had gathered through a drive. Next Wednesday, April 16, the ASC Community Leader Scholars will raise funds for books and art… Continue reading ASC Student Scholars Help Children
Trees Removed for Campus Mall Construction
Construction work for the new Campus Mall project began this week with the removal of trees just west of Sacred Heart Hall (SHH) and southwest of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center.
New Sign To Help Spread The News
This afternoon, the new Newman University electronic sign suddenly filled with light, sending messages of news and happenings of the university to all those passing the Newman campus along Kellogg/Highway 54.
Cheer on the Jets Through ‘Little Cheer’
Girls in grades K-6 are invited to help the Newman University Cheer Squad root for the Jets through “Little Cheer.” Little Cheer will include a day camp, a practice and a performance in which the Newman Squad will teach participants games, cheers and a dance.
School of Science and Mathematics Receives $9,272 Grant
The School of Science and Mathematics at Newman University was selected to receive a 2008 Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grant (PCMNCG). Newman’s proposal was one of the 13 selected for funding from the 66 proposals received for consideration.
Professor Dunn Named New Education School Director
Steve Dunn, Ed.D, has accepted the position of director of the School of Education, effective July 1.
Join the Saturday Night ‘Hoops and Soup’ Fun!
On Saturday, Jan. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m., the Newman University Alumni Association will hold “Hoops and Soup” in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. “It’s our version of a basketball game tailgate party,” said Ann Fox, director of alumni relations. “We wanted a way for fans to get involved in generating spirit between… Continue reading Join the Saturday Night ‘Hoops and Soup’ Fun!
Middle School Students Enjoy Christmas Basketball Tournament at Newman
Local middle school student-athletes attended a basketball tournament held at Newman University Dec. 27 – 29. The Christmas Classic 2007 included 8th grade girl teams from Holy Cross Lutheran School, St. Anne Catholic School, St. Peter Catholic School, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and St. Francis of Assisi School. Eighth grade boy teams included Blessed… Continue reading Middle School Students Enjoy Christmas Basketball Tournament at Newman
Newman Serves During the Holiday Season
In the holiday season, Newman has been involved in numerous drives and events to help support those in need.
Volleyball team engages the community
The ’07 volleyball squad took time out before their last road trip to visit young patients on Halloween at St. Francis Hospital. Goodies were handed out to those who were well enough to have visitors, and more were left to give to the children at a later time.
Jets Set New School Records, Earn Honors
Newman University athletics had an exciting end to last week’s competitions with two Lady Jets breaking school records.
Newman Jets Baseball Team Volunteers For Catholic Charities
The Newman Jets Baseball Team volunteered to help Catholic Charities on Saturday, Oct. 13. To view pictures, click “read more.”
Dr. Leyba and Wife Recognized for Ministry
Newman University Assistant Professor of Chemistry John Leyba, Ph.D., and his wife, Charlene, were featured in the Sept. 28 issue of The Catholic Advance in recognition of the ministering they offer young men in the Sedgwick County Department of Corrections Juvenile Detention Facility.
Family Weekend Scheduled for Oct. 5 – 7
Mark your calendars, contact family members and plan to attend Newman’s Family Weekend starting with a Tailgate Party at 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6 in the parking lot near Wilkins Field.
Chemistry Alum Gets Paper Published
Renee Soukup-Hein, a 2002 Newman graduate, presented a undergraduate research project at the 2002 Kansas Academy of Science Meeting at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kan. The paper from the presentation was published in the Kansas Academy of Science Abstracts through the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Texas at Arlington.… Continue reading Chemistry Alum Gets Paper Published
President Carrocci Visits Dodge City
On Sept. 7 President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., visited the Newman University Western Kansas Center in Dodge City, Kan.
Wichita Expands Sexual Assault Education on Campuses
Starting this year, police and the Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center (WASAC) have formed a new alliance with Wichita State, Newman and Friends Universities to hold presentations on rape and how to protect yourself.
Tracy McGarey Recieves Staff Excellence Award
Executive Assistant to the President Tracy McGarey received the Staff Excellence Award during a Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Aug. 21.
Newman University Volunteers Help Allocate 2008 Funding For United Way of the Plains Community Programs
Wichita, Kan. – Newman University helped to ensure that United Way of the Plains 2008 donations will be invested for maximum community impact through the following volunteers, who served on the United Way’s 2007 Allocations Review Panels: Director of Alumni Relations, Ann Fox, Professor of Sociology Larry Heck, and Visiting Lecturer of Accounting and Information… Continue reading Newman University Volunteers Help Allocate 2008 Funding For United Way of the Plains Community Programs
Newman Volunteers Help Clean up Greensbug, Kan.
On May 4, 2007 a devastating tornado struck Greensburg, Kan. Throughout the month of June, many Newman University volunteers took the time to help clean up the town.
Catholic Charities, Newman University, Agencies Partner to Administer Program
Wichita, Kansas –Kansas City, Kansas and Wichita Diocese have been selected to deliver a program designed to strengthen marriages and provide positive results for Kansas children. The program, Marriage for Keeps, officially began operations this week in Kansas. The program is the first of its kind for Kansas, offering services to married couples with children… Continue reading Catholic Charities, Newman University, Agencies Partner to Administer Program
Newman to Build Library
Newman University has announced plans to build a new library on the Wichita campus, after structural problems twice forced closure of the existing library.