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Newman to recognize students through ‘Tell Me Something Good’ initiative
Student Life is starting the monthly “Tell Me Something Good” initiative, which recognizes Newman students who are making a difference.
Newman partners with Credo, starts Moving the Needle project
Newman University has partnered with Credo and its Moving the Needle (MTN) project, which aims to improve student success and retention.
Lessons from art with professor Shannon Johnston
Whether she’s presenting at a high school, teaching her students or simply speaking with a colleague, Assistant Art Professor and Director of Steckline Gallery Shannon Johnston makes it clear that art itself is a phenomenal mentor.
Newman partners with Lead for Kansas, hires Student Life fellow
Director of Student Activities Chris Mershon was recently hired on as Newman University’s first fellow with Lead for Kansas/ Lead for America.
Newman Colorado Springs Outreach Center moves to downtown location
When Newman University saw a need for social workers in the Colorado Springs area in 2005, the Colorado Springs Outreach Center was established. Now the outreach center is housed in a new building location within the city — at 19 N Tejon Street.
Psychology major Marcus Lines serves Wichita youth
Marcus Lines, a rising junior studying psychology at Newman University, spent his summer as an AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate, working at Children First: CEO Kansas, Inc.
Applications open for Doctor of Business Administration program
Newman University is now accepting applications to its new Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, led by Associate Professor Larry Straub, DBA.
Cindy Miles named as president of the National Alumni Board of Directors
After serving on Newman University’s National Alumni Board of Directors since 2016, including as vice president, Cindy Miles was recently named president of the board.
Bob Beumer joins Newman as vice president of institutional advancement
With more than 25 years of experience in higher education, Bob Beumer, Newman University’s new vice president of institutional advancement, brings a wealth of knowledge to the university.
Art graduates present Senior Showcase in the Steckline Gallery
Graduating Newman University art majors Austin Hillhouse, Marissa Kucharek, Yanni Martin and Olivia Robben presented their thesis work last Friday, May 7, for their Senior Showcase.
Five 2021 graduates share their Newman University experiences
From classes and clinicals to research papers and capstone projects, earning a college degree may seem like an endless series of daunting tasks to check off on the to-do list. … Continue reading Five 2021 graduates share their Newman University experiences
Newman students earn KICF scholarships
Six Newman University students have been awarded scholarships through the Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF) annual merit-based scholarship competition. The KICF received 55 nominations for its scholarship opportunities. A volunteer… Continue reading Newman students earn KICF scholarships
Division of Student Life starts dialogue with ‘One Small Step’
Joseph Shepard and others from the Division of Student Life are working with an initiative called One Small Step to encourage students and everyone on campus to acknowledge our collective humanity in spite of differences.
Thriving in the social work field
Beverly Knighten ‘97, ‘01 said her calling to help others came at a very early age during a visit she and her grandmother made to a relative’s house. The relative… Continue reading Thriving in the social work field
Newman University honors Alumni with annual award
The Newman University mission states that the university’s purpose is to empower graduates to transform society — and alumni do not disappoint.
The advantages of a history degree at Newman University
United Way gets two new ambassadors from Newman
Above photo, from left to right: Susan Crane-Laracuente, Jenny Jones, Mark Ayres (United Way loaned executive) and Larry Heck. After decades serving as the Newman University United Way ambassador, Larry… Continue reading United Way gets two new ambassadors from Newman
Alumna takes on $1.5 million ‘Imagine Salina’ campaign
Communication class creates website for The Lord’s Diner
Service is at the heart of a Newman University education and when Professor of Communication Audrey Hane heard that her spring 2020 class could become involved with The Lord’s Diner,… Continue reading Communication class creates website for The Lord’s Diner
Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Joseph Shepard, director of multicultural engagement and campus life, is leading a community-partnered book club sponsored by Wichita nonprofit Storytime Village for the month of August. Newman University is one… Continue reading Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Teresa Hall Bartels aids presidential transition
Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Angela Perez ’18 was appointed executive director of The Urban League of Kansas (ULK) in May 2020. Perez received her Master of Education in organizational leadership from Newman University and… Continue reading Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Two alumnae run for Sedgwick County Commission seat
The Sedgwick County Commissioner elections are quickly approaching and two Newman alumnae are running to represent District 2 that includes part of Wichita and the southcentral section of the county.… Continue reading Two alumnae run for Sedgwick County Commission seat
Newman welcomes new VP of finance
Newman University welcomes new Vice President for Finance and Administration Tony Beata. Beata comes to Newman from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska, where he was the vice president for finance,… Continue reading Newman welcomes new VP of finance
Newman alumnus aiding in COVID-19 research
A passion for helping the less fortunate
Sierra Fair has always felt a need to help others and she decided to obtain her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree to help her do just that. Fair graduated… Continue reading A passion for helping the less fortunate
2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 22, 2020 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. Newman, along with The Wichita Eagle, is a… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Ten Wichita community members will be recognized for their outstanding service and dedication at the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet Feb. 22 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
Newman University appoints interim president
Alumnus drawn to service
Newman’s culture of service is something that has stuck with alumnus Sam Evasick since his graduation in 2010. Evasick received his Bachelor of Business Administration Management in 2009 and his… Continue reading Alumnus drawn to service
What a year! Check out 2019’s happenings at Newman University
As we welcome in a new year with all its many adventures to come, we look back and celebrate all the great things 2019 brought us.
Service opportunities available for the holidays
With the holidays just around the corner, many volunteer opportunities are available for students, staff and faculty who want to transform society for the better. The Newman University family is… Continue reading Service opportunities available for the holidays
Seniors to present projects at fall Scholars Day
Seniors all over campus are breaking out their poster board and PowerPoint presentations and gearing up for Scholars Day 2019, which is Dec. 9. With such a wide variety of… Continue reading Seniors to present projects at fall Scholars Day
Newman alumna receives Wichita Business Journal diversity award
Above photo by Tobie Andrews Photography Newman University alumna Luisa Taylor ’12 was recently honored with a Wichita Business Journal Diversity & Inclusion award. Taylor, a registered nurse, is currently… Continue reading Newman alumna receives Wichita Business Journal diversity award
Newman University announces presidential search committee
The Newman University Board of Trustees has announced the formation of a search committee for the next university president along with a series of leadership changes to the board’s executive… Continue reading Newman University announces presidential search committee
ICT SOS benefits from Newman silent auction
Staff, faculty, students and other members of the Newman community who attended the Newman University Staff Assembly silent auction on April 19 raised $2,375 for ICT SOS, a Wichita-based organization… Continue reading ICT SOS benefits from Newman silent auction
Newman Staff Assembly to host annual silent auction
Newman University’s Staff Assembly executive committee will host its annual silent auction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Mabee Dining Center. The silent auction is… Continue reading Newman Staff Assembly to host annual silent auction
Difference Maker: Jennifer White
Newman University is proud to be a title sponsor of The Difference Makers for Wichita awards along with Emprise Bank and The Wichita Eagle/Kansas.com. The awards, created in 2016, recognize… Continue reading Difference Maker: Jennifer White
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker,… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District