Former theatre student Lucas Farney recently stepped into the role of technical director and is already spearheading the construction of sets.
Fall 2020 Newman University magazine goes online
Newman University is taking its bi-annual magazine online this fall. The change in format also called for a change in web design as Web Technology Specialist Daniel Murphy put in some extra hours to get the site ready to launch. The fall issue is packed full with great content; exciting news about university programs, students,… Continue reading Fall 2020 Newman University magazine goes online
Silent Auction for Newman community
Newman University Staff Assembly will host its annual silent auction from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. The event was originally scheduled in April but was postponed due to COVID-19. The annual event will have the same quality auction items but a different format. As the 2020 trend goes, the event will be… Continue reading Silent Auction for Newman community
Cross country performing well at competitions
Cross country is the only sport so far this semester that has been able to take part in competitions. The women’s and men’s teams have competed twice this semester, first Sept. 26 in the Cottonwood Challenge in Hillsboro, Kansas, and most recently Oct. 17 at the Bethel Invite in Newton, Kansas. Both teams are excited… Continue reading Cross country performing well at competitions
Jets Resource Hub: Newman’s new food pantry
The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) has recognized the need for a food pantry-like entity on campus for the past year. As of Oct. 12, 2020, that need has been fulfilled. It was a year ago in an SGA meeting that former senator Ashley Sweetnam presented the idea to create a food pantry on… Continue reading Jets Resource Hub: Newman’s new food pantry
Newman alumna Salma Rios helps in COVID-19 battle
Deanne Zogleman honored with 10th Mary Jane Teall Award
Deanne Zogleman, Newman University music director, takes her craft seriously both on and off campus. As an actress in the local theater community, Zogleman has been honored with a total of 10 Mary Jane Teall Awards throughout her thespian years. Her most recent was Leading Female in a Musical for her role as Diana in the… Continue reading Deanne Zogleman honored with 10th Mary Jane Teall Award
Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
by Collin Loutensock Newman University and Hartman Arena have been selected to host the 2024 NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships. Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor said, “Newman University is excited to serve as host of the 2024 NCAA DII Wrestling Championships. The Newman wrestling program under the leadership of Ryan Smith has grown into a nationally… Continue reading Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
Newman University welcomes new board members
Newman University welcomed four new Board of Trustees members — Lori Benge, Bishop Carl A. Kemme, Wendy Glick and Diana Stanley — on Oct. 9 during the first board meeting of the 2020-2021 academic year. Lori Benge A lifelong Wichitan, Benge attended St. Anne’s Grade School and graduated from Bishop Carroll High School. She excelled in softball… Continue reading Newman University welcomes new board members
MIAA task force chooses three Newman representatives
The MIAA has recently appointed a fourteen member task force to uphold its values of inclusion and diversity, and three of the members selected come from Newman.
Newman music department presents ‘Come Alive’
Newman University will present “Come Alive,” a musical stage production, at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12-14, in De Mattias Performance Hall. The show was slated to run in the spring of 2020 before the pandemic caused a change in plans. Deanne Zogleman, director of music, said the performers had been working on the show for a… Continue reading Newman music department presents ‘Come Alive’
2020 Ford Mustang raffle winner revealed
Newman awarded two grants from Evergy
Newman University was awarded two grants from Evergy that will allow the university to better serve underserved students. One grant will fund the 2021 spring Newman STEM Education Program (NSEP) for high school students and the other will help the Newman University Hope Scholars Program. Newman was awarded $8,250 for the NSEP program and $32,000… Continue reading Newman awarded two grants from Evergy
Newman student professes perpetual vows as IHM sister
Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Adversity comes in many forms. Logan Kemp ‘20 said he learned a very important lesson during his time at Newman University: “The best way to do things is the right way no matter the circumstance. Integrity in oneself and one’s work over everything. That carries into all aspects of life.” Logan’s love for science brought… Continue reading Overcoming adversity to achieve college dream
Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
Newman University sold raffle tickets for the chance to own an iconic silver 2020 Ford Mustang between Aug. 5 and Oct. 1. Thanks to the generosity of Rusty Eck Ford, nearly $80,000 was raised for student scholarships. Five finalists — Gene Klaus, John Burke, Kim Lee, Dr. Pat Do and Kevin Christopherson — were randomly… Continue reading Five finalists share the chance of winning a 2020 Ford Mustang
From homeschool student to public school teacher
Morgan Owings grew up in a homeschool classroom and felt called to the teaching profession. “God placed a very clear and heavy call on my life to be a teacher,” she said. She feels her homeschool experience has helped her become more successful in the classroom. “I think it helped me understand learning better,” she… Continue reading From homeschool student to public school teacher
First-time student Catherine Madison goes from busy summer to busy semester
First-year student Catherine Madison is looking forward to a semester full of academics and extracurricular after having three summer jobs,
Steckline Gallery opens with semester-long exhibit
Steckline Gallery will present “React/Reflect/Respond” throughout the fall 2020 semester. The exhibit contains work from more than 20 local artists who used the stay-at-home order and other pandemic-related issues for inspiration. Two of the works have interactive elements: woven wall hangings by artist Amy Huser and a community-based project titled “The Scarf.” Huser weaved together… Continue reading Steckline Gallery opens with semester-long exhibit
Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
For one day — Friday, Oct. 23 — Newman University will be an early voting location for the 2020 general election. Students, staff and faculty who are registered to vote will be able to conveniently vote early on campus. The location is also open to all Sedgwick County registered voters. The polls will be open… Continue reading Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
Celebrate St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day
Newman University Campus Ministry will host an outdoor adoration and celebration in honor of St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 9, at Founder’s Plaza, located on the south side of De Mattias Hall. Following the adoration, attendees are invited to stay and enjoy music performed by… Continue reading Celebrate St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day
Growing in faith through higher education
Newman student Brandon Taylor said no matter where he’s at or what career he is in, he just wants to help people. This is also the reason he doesn’t ever want to stop learning, he said. Taylor already has two degrees — a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration, both of… Continue reading Growing in faith through higher education
‘One Community Many Voices’; a theater performance
The theater department is embracing the challenges of the past few months by allowing students to share their work and the work of others through performance. The performance, “One Community Many Voices,” will feature work made during or reflecting on the challenges that came with the year 2020. Director of Theater Mark Manette said, “The… Continue reading ‘One Community Many Voices’; a theater performance
Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Newman University recently purchased three new vans for student travel. The vans boast a large Newman Jets logo on the side and elements of the Wichita flag. The vans will primarily be used for athletic travel but, if available, can be used for other student organizations. The vans were purchased from Les Eck at Rusty… Continue reading Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Therese Wetta, ASC, returns from two-year mission in Liberia
Cross-country student gets creative during pandemic
Freshman Austin Fullerton was unable to run track for his last year of high school, inspiring him to band together with other runners to stay active.
Newman earns diversity and inclusion award from WBJ
Newman University has earned a diversity and inclusion award from the Wichita Business Journal (WBJ). Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard said, “This award underscores the important work the Division of Student Affairs has prioritized over the past two years. We understand that diversity, equity and inclusion is vital to the success… Continue reading Newman earns diversity and inclusion award from WBJ
Alumna takes on $1.5 million ‘Imagine Salina’ campaign
Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Newman University Athletics is organizing its second annual alumni gathering in the form of a golf tournament, which will start at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 2, at the Derby Country Club. The four-man scramble tournament is open to all Newman alumni, former student-athletes and coaches. Registration is $50 per player or $200 per team. Drinks will… Continue reading Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Alumni Sara and Larry Crow have always dreamed of opening a bookstore. Little did they know, the opportunity to act on that dream would happen during a pandemic. Sara and Larry met at Newman University where Sara graduated with an English degree in 2007 and Larry with both English and history degrees in 2006. The… Continue reading Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Student-athletes earn high marks, MIAA recognition
Newman University carried the fourth-highest number of student-athletes to earn Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) academic achievement recognition out of 14 schools. A total of 86 Jets earned a 2019-20 Academic Achievement Award from the Division II Athletic Directors Association. The award recognizes Division II student-athletes that perform off the field and in the classroom,… Continue reading Student-athletes earn high marks, MIAA recognition
Alumnus organizes shoe drive, spreads positive message within community
Newman graduate Anthony Harvey ‘20 and his friend, Ja’Darius “JD” Woods, found a way to give back by organizing a local shoe drive they called Kicks 4 Kids, during which more than 300 pairs of shoes were collected for kids in their community. They also raised close to $1,500, which they donated to the Boys… Continue reading Alumnus organizes shoe drive, spreads positive message within community
Newman professor reaching new heights
Respiratory Care Program receives Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award
The Respiratory Care Program has been acknowledged by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care for meeting their efforts.
Newman faculty members achieve doctorate status
Three faculty members conducted their own research on their path to becoming obtaining a Ph.D. in their respective fields.
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, she jumped at the opportunity. Hane was in search of a capstone project for her senior class that involved experiential learning and service-learning, which are… Continue reading Communication class creates website for The Lord’s Diner
Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life. How do you get it? You act enthusiastic until you make it a habit.” — Gordon Parks. Newman alumna Wilma Moore-Black has an enthusiasm for life, for getting involved, for helping young students achieve their dreams, for communication, for being a mother and so much more. Her enthusiasm for… Continue reading Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
Sloppy Joe Improv makes an appearance at local museum
The Newman University Sloppy Joe Improv players kicked off their 2020-2021 year with a unique first performance at the Museum of World Treasures located in Wichita, Kansas. Co-captains Matthew Clark and Brenden Schwartz both participated in the performances and agreed the opportunity was a great way to interact with individuals outside the Newman community. For… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Improv makes an appearance at local museum
