The Newman University campus buzzed with excitement as it welcomed the new first-year class during move-in day and orientation weekend August 18 and 19.
Monthly Masses offered for Newman alumni, donors and benefactors
Special Masses will be offered each month to pray for alumni and donors of Newman University.
Newman dean joins experts in helping business executives lead data journey
First came the Data Professionals of Wichita; now, there’s “Leading the Data Journey: Advancing your vision for a successful data culture.”
‘A little party never killed nobody’: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza
Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.
Education graduates of southwest Kansas walk at commencement
Several students from southwest Kansas walked at Newman University’s commencement ceremony on May 12.
Newman alum, staff member among Young Marketing Professionals named by Wichita Business Journal
Recently, Newman University alum Anthony Navarrete ‘19 and staff member Zach Brake were named two of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2023 Young Marketing Professionals.
St. Newman scholar April Burnett ready to serve community
April Burnett, a 2023 graduate of Mulvane High School, is one of five St. Newman Scholarship recipients at Newman.
Coach Victor Domingues’ semi-professional team makes it to playoffs
In addition to Victor Domingues’ role as Newman University’s head men’s soccer coach, he serves as the first-ever coach for West Texas FC in Midland-Odessa.
Newman University and Garden City Community College: An unprecedented partnership set to change the game for students
Newman University and Garden City Community College (GCCC) are pioneering a groundbreaking partnership that aims to transform the higher education landscape of Finney County and Southwest Kansas.
What to bring to the residence halls
Here are some tips on what you may need and how to personalize your space in the residence halls.
A preview of Newman orientation days Aug. 18-19
For some, orientation days at Newman University mark the beginning of their college career and are days they will never forget.
Deacon Jeff Jacobs hired as associate campus minister
Deacon Jeff Jacobs will serve part-time as associate campus minister at Newman.
Graduate Averie Ashley prepares for career of service
Graduate Averie Ashley ’22 is taking what she learned at Newman and applying it to her next step at the UAG School of Medicine in Mexico.
Student reflects on 2023 Europe by Rail experience
Read on to hear about Hadassah Umbarger’s firsthand experience while she traveled through Europe by train, accompanied by other Newman classmates.
Emily Pachta completes semester abroad with blog No. 8
For the spring semester, sophomore Emily Pachta of Wichita studied abroad at Newman University’s sister school in Birmingham, England, and nears the end of her adventure in blog No. 8.
Two Honors Program alumni facilitate health care speaker series
Newman graduates Samantha Holmes and Kenny Le organized a health care speaker series for current Newman students.
Newman University recognized with KHEDF ‘Make a Difference’ award
The Kansas Hispanic Education Foundation (KHEDF) honored Newman University with a “Make a Difference” Award at its Dream Big Fiesta May 25 at Wave in Wichita.
Students complete historical markers project for Sacred Heart Hall
Three Newman students recently completed a historical marker project that shares the century-old Sacred Heart Hall’s past with those of the present and future.
St. Newman scholar Aiden Rea excited to ’embrace Newman’s mission’
Aiden Rea of Topeka, Kansas, was at a baseball practice when he learned he was one of the 2023 St. Newman Scholarship recipients.
Flight Nite at Newman brings enrolled students together
Newman’s first-ever Flight Nite — designed for enrolled students — featured an overnight stay in the residence halls Thursday, June 29 to Friday, June 30.
Student Kaylie Kovach receives KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Kaylie Kovach, a rising senior at Newman University, is a 2023 recipient of the KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
Alumna Camden Hoover earns prestigious research fellowship with NIH
Scientist Camden Hoover ‘18 recently earned a highly competitive fellowship from the National Institutes of Health for her investigative work on the role of glial cells in the nervous system.
Newman thanks sponsors of Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s
The countdown for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s fundraiser on Sept. 30 is officially on, and Newman University has several generous sponsors to thank. Scholarships equal opportunity for students with a collegiate dream, and for some, pursuing higher education wouldn’t be possible without financial support. By purchasing a ticket and participating in other… Continue reading Newman thanks sponsors of Party on the Plaza: Roaring 20’s
Amy Briggs named new women’s basketball head coach
Amy Briggs was named the Newman University head women’s basketball coach by Athletic Director Joanna Pryor on June 12.
Juneteenth event fills seats at Newman
On Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday since Martin Luther King Day in 1983, Newman hosted a lunch and learn event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Lisa Garcia wins 2023 Spirit of Acuto Alumni Award
Lisa Garcia, a 2008 biology graduate, is the recipient of the 2023 Spirit of Acuto Alumni Award.
Newman alumni reconnect and reminisce during All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Every couple of years, Newman University invites its ever-growing pool of alumni back to campus for an opportunity to reconnect and reminisce.
One of five St. Newman scholarships goes to Grecia Nunez-Palomares
Grecia Nunez-Palomaresis one of five high school seniors to earn Newman University’s most prestigious scholarship, the St. Newman Scholarship, which offers full tuition renewable for four years.
Maya Watkins earns St. Newman Scholarship
Maya Watkins is one of five students who received the 2023 full-tuition St. Newman scholarship.
Students reflect on Investigative Summer STEM Program: ‘I love it’
The 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) boasted the largest attendance in program history, with 30 high schoolers participating in the overnight camp at Newman University.
Advanced standing students participate in Newman health care camp
Newman University offered an Introduction to Health Care Professions camp June 5-8 for advanced standing high schoolers of The Independent School in Wichita.
Anna Lobmeyer one of five to receive 2023 St. Newman scholarship
When Anna Lobmeyer received the call that she was one of five high school seniors to receive the St. Newman Scholarship from Newman University, it seemed too good to be true.
Newman congratulates first-year scholarship winners
Ninety-two first-year students received 2023 scholarships from Newman University.
Alumna Heather Burke puts MSW degree to good use
Alumna Heather Burke ’12 works as a social caseworker with Adams County, Colorado’s child welfare program.
Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store
Starting a small business is no easy task, but student Rebekah Strickbine, a sophomore double majoring in art and communication, has done just that. Her online shop, powered through Redbubble, offers T-shirts, stickers, prints and more. Redbubble is an online shop that hosts independent artists and allows them to sell their artwork. The artists upload… Continue reading Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store
Master of Social Work graduates head into real world
Two recent Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates from Newman University are ready for their next chapter and to better the community.
Register for the 39th Annual Jet Open charity golf event
Registration for the 39th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open, a charity golf tournament which benefits the Newman University athletic department, is open.
Newman announces new theme for Party on the Plaza
Newman University is thrilled to announce a brand new theme for Party on the Plaza, the university’s biggest fundraiser of the year on September 30.
Emily Hua earns degree after moving to the U.S. alone
Hy “Emily” Hua came to the United States from Vietnam at the age of 16 — alone — to pursue her education.
Five 2023 graduates soar into new chapters
Since May’s graduation ceremony, several Newman University 2023 graduates have begun an exciting new chapter of their lives — everything from jobs and travel plans to continuing their education.