Linda Davison ’77 was honored with the St. John Henry Newman Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the Newman University Board of Trustees, during the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet Feb. 22. The honor is presented to those who demonstrate in their daily life an appreciation of the spirit and ideals of St.… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Medal bestowed upon Linda Davison ’77
St. John Henry Newman scholarships awarded to five students
Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Alumnus Steven Hamersky ‘15 is juggling two careers — as an officer for the Newton Police Department and a goalie for the Wichita Wings — although his police work comes first, he said. During his time at Newman University, Hamersky was a goalkeeper for the Newman Jets men’s soccer team. He ended his senior season… Continue reading Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Everyday Heroes honored at Difference Makers awards banquet
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 22, 2020 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The banquet honors local individuals and organizations that are transforming society, which directly relates to Newman University’s mission statement. Newman, along with The Wichita Eagle, is a title sponsor of the annual event,… Continue reading Everyday Heroes honored at Difference Makers awards banquet
Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy
Due to health safety concerns for students, Newman University has announced an academic trip to Italy, originally scheduled to depart March 12, is postponed until later this year. The decision to reschedule the upcoming travel was made by university officials after consultation with Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) sisters in Rome and following… Continue reading Newman University postpones academic trip to Italy
Honors lounge gets new mural
Newman University Honors students are painting the Honors Lounge with a new mural inspired by the program’s values and traditions. The mural, an idea from the Newman Honors Council, was designed by sophomore honors student Kayla Garvert, said Assistant Director of the Honors Program Emily Simon. “Mostly, we just really wanted the Honors Lounge to… Continue reading Honors lounge gets new mural
Staying healthy
There are no confirmed cases of the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, in the state of Kansas, but that doesn’t mean individuals can’t and shouldn’t take measures to stop the spread of any contagious disease. As we navigate through yet another flu season in the nation, there are added concerns that a new flu-like virus… Continue reading Staying healthy
Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Alumnus Kevin Bryant’s basketball career at Newman was impressive, and due to his competitive nature, he couldn’t let his career end there. Bryant grew up in Germany and found his way to Newman through a local basketball club. After graduating with a degree in management information systems, he returned home and began playing in the… Continue reading Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Newman University LitFest explores ‘Dante’s Inferno’
Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
Alumnus and former business professor Honorable Thomas E. Malone ‘76 has been chosen as one of three nominees to be a justice on the Kansas Supreme Court. Malone, who graduated summa cum laude, was chosen by the Supreme Court Nominating Commission in January as one of the names to be sent to Gov. Laura Kelly… Continue reading Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
Artist Rachel Foster brings ‘Feral Fields’ to Steckline Gallery
Rachel Foster has been drawing for as long as she can remember. From the moment she could hold a pencil, she felt as though she had something to say through art. She found a passion for painting when she saw Frida Kahlo’s work in a museum as a child. Her work will be exhibited during… Continue reading Artist Rachel Foster brings ‘Feral Fields’ to Steckline Gallery
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 title sponsor of the annual event that recognizes Wichita area individuals and organizations who are working locally to make a positive difference in their community.… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards
Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
Newman University celebrated homecoming with a week full of activities and on Thursday night, Feb. 20, the homecoming games began. The women’s basketball team kicked off the night by taking on tough competitor Emporia State University. The game was close from start to finish but the Jets pulled through at the last second — literally.… Continue reading Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
At St. John Henry Newman Mass on Feb. 20, Father Adam Grelinger delivered a homily based on a poem by Saint John Henry Newman titled ‘My Birthday.’ Newman wrote the poem as a young man and Grelinger felt it to be fitting for a homily for this Mass that celebrates Newman’s Feb. 21 birthday. “I… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
Newman theatre director adapts ‘Dante’s Inferno’ for the stage
Likely its largest production to date, the Newman Theatre Department is taking on the beast of “Dante’s Inferno,” a verse adaptation of Dante Alighieri’s original story by Director of Theatre Mark Mannette.
Newman student teaches where she was once taught
Soon-to-be Newman graduate Kaitlyn Stallard has the unique opportunity of teaching in the same fourth-grade classroom where she was once a student. While it feels strange to return to her childhood classroom, she said, she credits her co-workers for making the experience easier. “The faculty has been great integrating me in, and my cooperating teacher… Continue reading Newman student teaches where she was once taught
The American ASC: Looking back at 150 years in the U.S.A
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), who founded Newman University, will celebrate 150 years of ministry in the U.S. in 2020. The ASC was founded in Italy on March 4, 1834 by St. Maria De Mattias as an active teaching order, an apostolic order, which played a large part in its early ministries… Continue reading The American ASC: Looking back at 150 years in the U.S.A
Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
Alumna Paige Towey ‘17 has been chosen as a recipient of the 2019 Kansas Horizon Award from the Kansas State Department of Education. Sixteen elementary school teachers and 16 high school teachers from across the state were chosen as winners of the Horizon Award, which is for first-year teachers. Horizon Awards “recognize exemplary first-year teachers… Continue reading Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
A delightful event: High Tea 2020
Staff, faculty, students, Adorers of the Blood of Christ and Newman community members gathered for the 2020 St. John Henry Newman High Tea. Attendees enjoyed the annual event that pays homage to the English heritage of Newman University’s namesake, St. John Henry Newman. With a spread of Cheshire cheese tarts, curried egg sandwiches, currant scones,… Continue reading A delightful event: High Tea 2020
College counselors welcomed during Pathway to Newman event
Newman University Admissions organized an event geared for community college counselors Feb. 12, 2020. “Pathway to Newman” allowed time for visitors to tour the campus, ask pertinent questions and meet the Newman staff members they normally work so closely with through written forms of communication. Newman has a large number of students who transfer from… Continue reading College counselors welcomed during Pathway to Newman event
Newman professor John Burke wins a state superintendent award
Assistant Professor of Education John Burke received the Distinguished Service Award on Jan. 15 from the Kansas School Superintendent Association. Burke is incredibly passionate about teaching and administration; so much so, that he is not only an assistant professor of education at Newman but also a superintendent for USD 261, Haysville schools. “It is very… Continue reading Newman professor John Burke wins a state superintendent award
Honors students gain perspective on mental health
Each year, Newman University honors students are given an assigned reading in order to provoke discussion and promote critical thinking. This year, the book was “What Made Maddy Run” by Kate Fagan. In the words of Assistant Director of Campus Ministry Emily Simon, “this is a story about a very successful high school athlete who… Continue reading Honors students gain perspective on mental health
A full week of activities for Newman homecoming week
Newman University’s homecoming week, happening the week of Feb. 17, always brings forth strong traditions and new events to draw in students, faculty, staff, alumni and other members of the community. This year is no exception. The homecoming planning committee used student input to shape the week’s events. Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life… Continue reading A full week of activities for Newman homecoming week
TedXNewmanUniversity speakers announced, tickets on sale
Students discover a passion for mentoring
Though senior Martina Viale and junior Sara Zogleman do not have any biological sisters, they have become mentors to two little sisters through the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Sara Zogleman was scrolling on her phone one day when she saw an advertisement for the organization. “I actually saw it on Instagram. I clicked… Continue reading Students discover a passion for mentoring
High Tea finds new name, keeps old traditions
Newman University’s annual High Tea has a new name. Now known as the St. John Henry Newman High Tea, it is keeping the same, long-lasting practices that make it a Newman tradition. The event will be held at two different times Tuesday, Feb. 18 — the more formal tea from 2-4 p.m. and a casual… Continue reading High Tea finds new name, keeps old traditions
Newman prepares for presidential search
The Newman University Board of Trustees formed a search committee for the next university president after the retirement of Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. effective Dec. 31, 2019. Interim president Teresa Hall Bartels said, “It’s a humbling responsibility to lead this amazing university on an interim basis as we look for the next president to build… Continue reading Newman prepares for presidential search
Driven to succeed: 2019 grad lands job with Nebraska Huskers
KCACTF: an immersion in theater
Written by Matthew Clark, sophomore On Jan. 19, I joined six other students and our theater director on a trip to the snow-covered land of South Dakota for an acting competition and surrounding events. The competition is known as the Irene Ryan Scholarship Auditions, and its host festival is the Kennedy Center American College Theater… Continue reading KCACTF: an immersion in theater
Newman University’s first annual Giving Day
Newman University will hold it’s first-ever Giving Day on Tuesday, Feb. 25. The dedicated day of giving will be unique in its opportunity for donors to support what they’re passionate about at Newman. Donors will be able to choose whether their gift goes directly to athletics, fine arts, the new School of Catholic Studies or… Continue reading Newman University’s first annual Giving Day
OTA class uses 3D printer to create projects
The Occupational Therapy Assistant class (OTA) got creative with the 3D printer on campus.
Ninth annual 24-Hour Theatre project draws near
This is a big semester for the Newman University Theatre Department, as upcoming projects include “Dante’s Inferno,” the Music Department’s spring show and a festival of one-acts directed by some of the Newman theatre students. However, there is one theatrically significant day that should not be overlooked. Mark Mannette, director of theatre, is happy to… Continue reading Ninth annual 24-Hour Theatre project draws near
Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee
Senior Dyana Baca, a business management major with music and entrepreneurship minors, has the unique opportunity of being a student and an official Newman employee simultaneously. In the midst of her classes, extracurriculars and finishing up an internship, Baca has been named the new library assistant. Baca’s new position includes several responsibilities that aid in… Continue reading Dyana Baca goes from Newman student to Newman employee
Transfer process designed to ease transition
Transferring to Newman University is a fairly easy process thanks to articulation agreements with smaller community colleges and a number of generous scholarships offered to the transfer student demographic. Articulation agreements are documents created between two colleges that state the requirements and policies for transfer. As the agreement is being written, curriculum is discussed and… Continue reading Transfer process designed to ease transition
Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
The Newman University Student Life office organized its second annual Martin Luther King Jr. March and Distinguished Service Award Ceremony. A large crowd gathered the evening of Jan. 16 in the Gorges Atrium inside De Mattias Fine Arts Center and walked together, arms joined, in silence, to St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred Heart Hall. The… Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
Steckline Gallery presents ‘She Cast Her Gaze’ by Amanda Pfister & April Pameticky
Steckline Gallery will present “She Cast Her Gaze” by Amanda Pfister and April Pameticky during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 p.m. Feb. 7, at Newman University. Pfister is a visual artist who earned her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Kansas and her Master of Fine Arts in photography from Southern Illinois… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘She Cast Her Gaze’ by Amanda Pfister & April Pameticky
Mural in Campus Ministry offers hope
The Campus Ministry office at Newman University recently unveiled a colorful mural depicting Mary, Undoer of Knots. Father Adam Grelinger, Newman chaplain, said the goal was to create a relaxing, inviting space within the office for students to do some personal studying, reading or even a group Bible study. “Art is something that lifts our… Continue reading Mural in Campus Ministry offers hope
Athletics director inducted into Cowley College Hall of Fame
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 the Newman University campus. The fourth annual Difference Makers for Wichita honors individuals and organizations making a positive difference and celebrates their contributions, value and… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita honors dedicated community members
