On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Lisa Garcia ’08 chatted about her passion for gaming and how it relates to her teaching.
Alumna Lovella Kelley receives Beata Netemeyer Service Award
Lovella Kelley ’91 was recently presented with Newman University’s Beata Netemeyer Service Award.
Video: Vietnamese student spotlight with My Nguyen
In partnership with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) student subcommittee at Newman, we spoke with My Nguyen, a sophomore from Wichita in celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Month in May.
Newman Navigator program scores program director
Newman University recently hired Maggie Slack to serve as the full-time director of the Navigator student success program.
Alumnus rises to leadership roles at Eastern Oregon University
Matt Seimears’ journey since graduating from Newman University has been as fulfilling as it has been busy.
Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference
The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.
Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition
Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.
Nursing grad works in burn ICU unit at The University of Kansas Hospital
Bridget Jorgensen has had an interest in the field of medicine ever since she can remember.
Three Newman alums help lead Wichita’s homeless task force
Newman University is proud to have three alums who are part of the City of Wichita’s new homeless task force, which is aimed at addressing the number of people experiencing homelessness in downtown Wichita.
Newman University prepares for 2023 All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Newman University is preparing to host an All-Alumni Reunion to take place on the weekend of June 23-25 on campus.
Blog No. 6 — A trip to Amsterdam and Germany
Sophomore Emily Pachta of Wichita is studying abroad at Newman University’s sister school in Birmingham, England, and continues her latest adventures in blog No. 6.
Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond
Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.
Soccer team serves the Wichita area
Players of the lady Jets soccer team are spending their off season bettering the Wichita community.
Students spend spring break in service
For 10 Newman students, spring break week wasn’t spent at home or on a beach, but instead in service to others.
First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
Every year, the St. Catherine’s Medal honoree is announced and awarded on stage at the Academic Awards Convocation. This year’s recipient, Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo, was unable to attend the awards ceremony and hear her name announced as the winner on April 12 because she was working at a local Mexican restaurant. But this didn’t stop the… Continue reading First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Several Newman University students were recognized for their exceptional academics, service and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 12. Director of Music Deanne Zogleman led the Troubadours in singing namesake St. John Henry Newman’s “Lead Kindly Light” in the DeMattias Performance Hall. Newman President Kathleen Jagger then opened the event by acknowledging the… Continue reading 2023 academic awards bestowed to Newman students
Digital design degree now available at Newman University
Newman University officials have announced a new undergraduate degree in digital design.
Family creates Weir Education Award in honor of late wife and mother
When the Weir family lost their matriarch suddenly in October 2022, they quickly determined how to share her legacy with others in an impactful way — by establishing a scholarship at Newman University in her honor. Getting to know Glenna Weir Glenna Weir and the love of her life, John, were married for 55 years. … Continue reading Family creates Weir Education Award in honor of late wife and mother
Jet Fest celebrates Newman’s accepted high school students
The acceptance notice from a university is one of the most exciting emails for a high school student, so Newman hosts a day for all of its accepted students to celebrate.
Environmental initiatives help Newman community soar
Read on for Kansas Leadership Center volunteer Carmaine Ternes’ reflection on Newman community members’ earthly efforts.
Newman student scores exclusive fellowship
Emily Maddux, a senior majoring in history and minoring in theater, will embark on the Historic Deerfield fellowship this summer.
Newman announces Earth Week events April 17-22
Newman University is excited to host its second annual Earth Week as part of its seven-year Laudato Si’ commitment.
Familiar faces take on new roles in Student Life
Two former Newman University admissions counselors recently stepped into roles within the Department of Student Life, bringing their expertise deeper into the heart of campus.
Alumna named pastoral care director at St. Bernards Medical Center
Megan Mayeux ’18, ’20 was hired as the first lay director of pastoral care at Saint Bernards Medical Center in Arkansas.
Alumnus Gilbert Still steps into principal role
This coming fall, Dodge City Middle School Assistant Principal Gilbert Still will step up as the school’s principal following a promotion by the Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education.
Newman announces new graduate biomedical science degree
Newman University officials have announced a new undergraduate degree in biomedical science.
Video: Spring 2023 student update
In this video update, sophomore Beth Griffiths gives an inside look at the exciting campus events that have already taken place and are yet to come this semester.
Athletics director talks passion, purpose as keynote for Bethany College
In October, Newman Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor was asked to be the keynote speaker for 500 attendees of a Women’s Career Conference at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.
Blog #5: A U.S.-themed night abroad
In Emily Pachta’s latest blog post, she hosts a United States-themed dinner party for her international friends.
Podcast episode celebrates sports photographer
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, local photographer Richard Rico shared his passion for photography in general, but more specifically photographing Newman University athletics events.
Former Newman student team-teaches class with past professor
Sarah Balderas, owner of immigration law firm Baleras Legal Group, LLC, is team teaching a night class with her former Newman professor Sonja Bontrager.
Todd and Janie Stephenson pursue Newman degrees together
For Newman University students Todd and Janie Stephenson, pursuing their college degrees at the same time has been nothing but a positive experience.
Alumna is medical director for Iowa vet hospital
Erin Schmidt ’13 used her biochemistry degree to pursue a career in the veterinary field.
Donors meet scholarship recipients at Newman luncheon
The annual scholarship luncheon brought student recipients and donors face-to-face as they enjoyed an Italian buffet on March 27.
From west Texas to Newman Jets: Victor Domingues takes the helm of men’s soccer team
Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor announced Victor Domingues as the head men’s soccer coach on Wednesday, making him the third coach in program history.
Applications open for 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP)
Newman University is now accepting applications for the summer 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).
Shaping students into superintendents
Many of Newman University Assistant Professor of Education John Burke’s former district leadership licensure students have gone on to become superintendents in their respective school districts.
The Newman Bond podcast: The art of costuming
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, adjunct theater instructor Christy Cunningham Railsback shared her thoughts and experiences on the art of costuming.
2023 Cultural Extravaganza highlights local diversity
Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.
Service is cornerstone of Newman experience
A culture of service sets the Newman experience apart — not only for students but also for faculty and staff.