First-year students were celebrated and welcomed into the Newman community with the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony Thursday, Aug. 26.
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Orientation day welcomes student class of 2025
The class of 2025 includes students from all over the U.S., as well as Mexico, England, Zimbabwe and beyond.
Student Kelly Mai receives KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship
Rising Newman senior Kelly Mai is a 2021 recipient of the KICF-Maud Wyatt Recognition Scholarship.
Jill Fort named interim vice president for academic affairs
In her 16 years at Newman University, Jill Fort, Ph.D., has held many roles at the institution, from faculty member to dean. This summer she added a new leadership position… Continue reading Jill Fort named interim vice president for academic affairs
Newman University announces its new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program
Newman University officials have announced its transition to a new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program. Applications are being accepted for its DNAP program offered through its School of… Continue reading Newman University announces its new Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program
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.
Lab Coat ceremony honors science students
After being put on hold last year due to the pandemic, this year’s Lab Coat ceremony was held as a limited in-person event that was also live-streamed.
Newman announces 2021 staff and faculty excellence award winners
The 2021 faculty excellence award was presented to Larry Straub, Ph.D., associate professor of the school of business, and the 2021 staff excellence award was bestowed upon Celina Marchetti, housekeeper in facilities and housekeeping.
Newman University announces spring 2021 graduates
On Friday, May 7, a total of 268 graduates were recognized in the Newman University spring 2021 commencement ceremonies at the Hartman Arena in Wichita. Undergraduate and graduate program degrees… Continue reading Newman University announces spring 2021 graduates
Newman University announces financial aid to help families
Newman University has launched two new financial aid grant programs designed to help make a Catholic college education more affordable for families.
Newman University to offer its first doctoral degree program
Newman University officials announced the launch of its first doctoral programs in the institution’s 87 year history. The university will begin offering a new Doctor of Business Administration program as… Continue reading Newman University to offer its first doctoral degree program
A token of achievement: 2021 Nurse Pinning Ceremony
Upon completing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, 24 Newman University graduates participated in the 2021 ceremonial Nursing Pinning May 6 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.… Continue reading A token of achievement: 2021 Nurse Pinning Ceremony
Newman celebrates graduating class of 2021 with commencement ceremonies
Newman University celebrated the graduating class of 2020-21 on Friday, May 7, at Hartman Arena in Wichita, Kansas.
Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach
Newman University has named Drew Johnson as its new women’s basketball coach effective May 4. Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College. Newman Athletic Director Joanna Pryor believes the future is… Continue reading Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach
Sr. Therese Wetta, ASC, takes on the position of Director of Mission Effectiveness
The heavy loss of Sr. Charlotte Rohrbach left a hole in the heart of the university, one that cannot be filled but must be healed by the labor and efforts… Continue reading Sr. Therese Wetta, ASC, takes on the position of Director of Mission Effectiveness
Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
Newman University Athletics celebrated its baseball program creator, Paul Sanagorski, on Saturday, April 24, during a special ceremony and reunion. Newman University president Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., and Director of… Continue reading Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
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
Newman University hosts vaccination clinic, nursing students play role in historic battle
Newman partnered with the Sedgwick County Health Department and the Guadalupe Clinic to provide students the Pfizer vaccine.
Newman celebrates Sister Charlotte Rohrbach’s life
To honor Sr. Charlotte, Newman will be holding a celebration of her life on April 18th at 2:00 p.m. in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Newman President’s Student Cabinet established
Driven by a desire to get to know the Newman University campus and students’ wants and needs better, President Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., recently established the President’s Student Cabinet.
Sr. Charlotte Rohrbach passing leaves ‘gaping hole in the heart of Newman’
During the midst of Women’s History Month, in which America celebrates the contributions of extraordinary women, Newman University has lost one of its indomitable heroes, Sister Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC.
Newman community invited to priority brainstorming sessions
It is going to be a busy spring on the feedback front. Newman University cabinet members are hosting a series of brainstorming/listening sessions throughout the remainder of the 2021 Spring… Continue reading Newman community invited to priority brainstorming sessions
Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day
The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center has announced that it will partner with Newman University to vaccinate 1,500 veterans on Saturday, March 20. The event will be held from… Continue reading Newman partners with Dole VA, plans to vaccinate 1,500 veterans in one day
SGA provides free mental health services to students for rest of semester
Giving Day celebrations will last all day Feb 25
The Newman University Campus will be buzzing during its second annual Giving Day. Director of Alumni and Campus Events Laura Hartley and the Giving Day committee have spent hours planning… Continue reading Giving Day celebrations will last all day Feb 25
2020: A Year in Review
We experienced many emotions during the year 2020, yet through it all, great things continued to happen within the Newman community.
Admissions team hosts virtual counselor’s breakfast
Newman University Admissions hosts an annual breakfast for high school counselors on campus, but this year, they had to get creative with the format. With ongoing COVID-19 concerns, the admissions… Continue reading Admissions team hosts virtual counselor’s breakfast
Fall 2020 pinning ceremony celebrates BSN candidates
Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni
Newman University Advancement will host a Drive-Thru Christmas for its donors and alumni from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, in front of Dugan Library. Laura Hartley, director of alumni… Continue reading Drive-Thru Christmas will thank donors and alumni
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… Continue reading Fall 2020 Newman University magazine goes online
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.
Fall semester kicks off with ‘Welcome Back Week’ and traditional Mass
2020 SGA executive board strives to uphold vision, voice and values
The SGA executive board has sprung into action now that fall semester is upon us. With the mission statement of “vision, voice, values,” they are ready to be the leaders that are needed in an ever-changing world.
Four ‘generations’ of presidents connect
Above photo (left to right): Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D. and Teresa Hall Bartels. Newman University recently named its 12th president, Kathleen S.… Continue reading Four ‘generations’ of presidents connect
2020 Ford Mustang raffle to raise funds for student scholarships
Rusty Eck Ford has donated a 2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Coupe to Newman University, which will be used in an effort to raise much-needed funding for student scholarships. The new… Continue reading 2020 Ford Mustang raffle to raise funds for student scholarships
Teresa Hall Bartels aids presidential transition
Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman University has announced a plan for a return to in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. The initiative, “Together We Soar — Return to Campus,” is a flexible plan… Continue reading Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Newman University recently announced Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., as its 12th president. The former president of Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, Kentucky will begin her duties as Newman University… Continue reading Faith, service and liberal arts: Newman’s next president looks to the future
Honoring Newman’s past presidents: a university’s administrative legacy
An exploration of Newman’s previous presidents, from the founding of Sacred Heart Junior College to the Newman we know today.