The nomination period is now open for the 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita awards. The program, which is in its fourth year, recognizes and celebrates area individuals and organizations for the positive impact they create for the greater Wichita community. The nomination process is free and submissions are open through Oct. 31. The public is… Continue reading 2020 Difference Makers for Wichita award nominations open
Students welcomed to Newman with Mass and Matriculation Ceremony
New academic year kicks off at Newman University
More than 300 first-time and transfer students joined the Newman family this week, kicking off their collegiate journey at Newman University.
Coming Sept. 21: Party on the Plaza 2019
Newman University’s annual Party on the Plaza is approaching quickly. After a year of planning, the event is nearly finalized and is sure to be a night to remember. A new theme will set the tone for this year’s party — “Return to the Renaissance” was chosen because of its sentimental meaning to the Newman… Continue reading Coming Sept. 21: Party on the Plaza 2019
Faculty member reflects on becoming the parent of a college student
Students aren’t the only ones who start college feeling scared, excited, stressed and ready for fun all at the same time. Parents can have those same feelings as they send their kids off to college, especially after working hard to prepare them for the next step in life. Matthew Umbarger, Ph.D., has a unique perspective… Continue reading Faculty member reflects on becoming the parent of a college student
Incoming students share thoughts about preparing for college
Editor’s note: Newman student Allison Schoeppner ’18, ’20 reflects on her time as an incoming freshman and how she prepared for her collegiate journey. She also spoke with students who were recently anticipating their own journey. She shares those thoughts here. As another fall semester begins, a new class of incoming first-time students begins their… Continue reading Incoming students share thoughts about preparing for college
Newman student Taty’Terria Gary recognized for service
Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Known to his Wichita Eagle readers as Keeper of the Plans, Matt Riedl is making new plans for himself with his recent move to Arlington, Virginia. Riedl, a 2015 Newman graduate, said goodbye Aug. 2 to the Eagle where he covered primarily arts and entertainment and is looking forward to his new career as a… Continue reading Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Tim Stone to present at Steckline Gallery’s ‘First Friday’ event
The Wichita art community is making a shift — celebrating First Friday rather than Final Friday. Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will follow suit with its shows. The first show of the season, titled “Cone In The Tree” by Tim Stone, will be presented Sept. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. Stone graduated from Wichita State… Continue reading Tim Stone to present at Steckline Gallery’s ‘First Friday’ event
Six tips for parents to help their student transition to college
A high school graduate’s transition to college can be tough — but having a solid support system can help ease the stress of the move. It can be difficult for the parent or guardian of a soon-to-be-college student to find a good balance of concern and assistance without seeming overwhelming to their already-nervous student. Check… Continue reading Six tips for parents to help their student transition to college
Partnership with Cowley College will help meet the need for more Kansas teachers
Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach
Newman University officials have named Andrea Gustafson head softball head coach effective Aug. 13, 2019. Gustafson brings 15 years of college head coaching experience and nearly 600 career victories to the Jets program. She led the Seward County Community College program to four NJCAA Region VI tournament championships and two trips to the national junior… Continue reading Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach
Newman University names Drew Maus head baseball coach
Above photo courtesy Hunter Lively, Henderson State University Newman University Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor has named Drew Maus new head baseball coach effective Aug. 5, 2019. He replaces Zane Ehling, who moved to an administrative role within the Newman athletic department last month. Maus has served as a college assistant coach for seven years. He served a total of five seasons… Continue reading Newman University names Drew Maus head baseball coach
Former Newman wrestler finds new path
Former Newman wrestler Miles Johns signed an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) contract and is now jumping into the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Johns said he grew from his time at Newman and because of his experience, he has come out more successful. “Being young, dumb and on my own, I made some mistakes,… Continue reading Former Newman wrestler finds new path
Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
Newman University introduced Jet Camp in 2019 — a new weeklong summer program that allows first-time students to prepare for college and receive additional opportunities throughout their college experience. Melody Head, administrator of Runway Learning Center and director of career services, served as camp director. Head said she used the ideas from student support services… Continue reading Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
New Derby Fire Chief thankful for Newman degree
John Turner ’15 has been blessed with many leadership opportunities since the completion of his master’s degree at Newman University, of which the most significant was becoming Derby, Kansas Fire Chief July 1, 2019. Turner was a leader in the Wichita Fire Department for more than 30 years and had been searching for a way… Continue reading New Derby Fire Chief thankful for Newman degree
Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
The Newman University School of Education chose Tara Thomas to receive the Sister Thomasine Stoecklein Teaching Academy Scholarship. The scholarship is named for Stoecklein, who was born in 1923 and entered Newman’s founding order, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) at age 16. Stoecklein has a long history with Newman University, which includes… Continue reading Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
ASC Community Leader Scholarship program celebrates 20th year
In the fall of 2019, the ASC Community Leader Scholars program will accept its 20th class into the program. Rosemary Niedens, program director and associate vice president for Academic Affairs, said the origins of the ASC Community Scholarship go back to 1992 when five sisters were martyred in Liberia. The sacrifice of these Martyrs of… Continue reading ASC Community Leader Scholarship program celebrates 20th year
Newman students explore culture and language during Guatemala journey
Newman University to celebrate canonization of namesake
Wichita Police Academy is next step for Newman alumna
After joining the Wichita Police Academy this month, Newman alumna Andrea Wickstrum is on her way to transforming society. Wickstrum, who graduated in spring 2019, said she did not know what to expect with criminal justice. “I started out as a psychology major at Newman but at the end of my freshman year, one of… Continue reading Wichita Police Academy is next step for Newman alumna
Newman alumna scores contract with professional soccer team
Newman alumna Amy Strath is making her goals a reality by joining the professional soccer team FC Fylkir, which is apart of the Pepsi Max Women’s League in Iceland. Strath said the opportunity came about when the Professional Soccer Consulting Academy reached out to Newman head Women’s Soccer Coach Aaron Avila, requesting his recommendation of… Continue reading Newman alumna scores contract with professional soccer team
Bria DeGrate nominated for female athlete of the year
Each year, the Greater Wichita Sports Commission recognizes athletes and coaches for their outstanding performances. Recent Newman University graduate Bria DeGrate was one of the few nominated for this year’s College Female Athlete of the Year. DeGrate played on the women’s basketball team for four years and finished a strong senior year. DeGrate said she… Continue reading Bria DeGrate nominated for female athlete of the year
Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Amanda Becker, a December 2018 graduate with a degree in theology and mathematics, is headed to Baylor in the fall to pursue her dream of teaching theology. Becker never planned on attending Newman University — her original plan was to attend Washburn University to study mathematics, something she knew she had a knack for. After… Continue reading Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
ASC launches ‘Habits’ podcast
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) are joining the podcast world with their new show “Habits: The Good, The Bad and the Holy.” The ASC sisters released their first episode of the “Habits podcast in June 2019. The podcast’s name is a reference the traditional tunic worn by Catholic sisters, and it also… Continue reading ASC launches ‘Habits’ podcast
Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
For the past three years, Dean of the Newman University School of Business Brett Andrews has been a facilitator for the Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA) Roundtable, giving him an opportunity to interact with top-level executives in the Wichita business community. WMA has partnered with the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce to provide the roundtable program… Continue reading Dean Brett Andrews educates local CEOs
Looking back on ISSP 2019
Each year, Newman University hosts the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP). The camp allows high school students a chance to experience an immersive college experience, living in residence halls and attending classes, lectures and activities on campus — all while exploring science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. This year, 26 students attended the ISSP;… Continue reading Looking back on ISSP 2019
Medical doctor connects faith and health care through theology degree
Newman University has always been known for its Catholic heritage, offering a faith-based liberal arts education with the purpose of empowering graduates to transform society. Its newly formed School of Catholic Studies houses degrees in theology, ministry and philosophy, to name a few. 2016 graduate Donna Ewy, M.D., earned a Master in Theological Studies from… Continue reading Medical doctor connects faith and health care through theology degree
Newman students experience a summer of service at the ASC Center
All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
An all-Newman team participated in the Tallgrass Film Festival “Take 36” film race, which took place June 28-30, with their short film “Next of Kin.” As part of the competition, which is well-known among local filmmakers, 36 teams were given only 36 hours to develop and submit a short film that needed to include certain… Continue reading All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
Dugan Library an expansive resource for students
Writing college papers, working on a major class project and carrying out heavy duty research are just a few big tasks college students deal with on a weekly basis. Newman University’s Dugan Library offers a variety of resources to handle those assignments— and some of those resources students may not even know about. Print materials… Continue reading Dugan Library an expansive resource for students
Women’s basketball holds summer camps for athletes
The Newman University women’s basketball team took a shot on local athletes by holding three camps — Shooting, Middle School Elite, and High School Elite — between June 25 and 28. The team will hold another shooting camp in mid-July. The shooting camps are meant to give players the opportunity to learn the basics of… Continue reading Women’s basketball holds summer camps for athletes
Suffering from PTSD inspires alumnus to give back through counseling
PTSD Awareness Day is observed annually on June 27 and the entire month of June is also known as PTSD Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about 7-8% of the United States population will suffer from PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, at some point in their lives. Approximately eight million adults… Continue reading Suffering from PTSD inspires alumnus to give back through counseling
Gabrielle Altenor weighs a heavy schedule with powerlifting
Sophomore Gabrielle Altenor is raising the bar on extracurricular activities with powerlifting. Altenor said even though her high school, Kapaun Mount Carmel (KMC), did not have a powerlifting team until her senior year, she had been lifting all four years for strength and conditioning for the other sports she was involved in. She will officially… Continue reading Gabrielle Altenor weighs a heavy schedule with powerlifting
Nelnet Campus Commerce offers aid with college payments
During the summer, students take a much-needed break from the high stress of college — that is until they hear the dreaded words “tuition payments due.” Before panic starts to settle in, help can be found at Newman’s student accounts office. Nicole Brown, payroll and student accounts supervisor, explained how Nelnet Campus Commerce, a payment… Continue reading Nelnet Campus Commerce offers aid with college payments
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 whose mission is to fight human trafficking. The nonprofit was selected from among 10 nominated organizations to be this year’s auction funds recipient. Jennifer White,… Continue reading ICT SOS benefits from Newman silent auction
Newman celebrates its first Spirit MBA cohort graduates
The Newman University School of Business was proud to recognize its first Spirit Aerosystems cohort of Master of Business Administration (MBA) students during the 2019 commencement ceremony.
Newman alumnus knocks data internship out of the park
Many people think that athletics and academics are completely different fields, but alumnus Quinton Bonnell is bringing together baseball and data through his data analysis internship with Lion Graph. “When I started learning about data, I started actually with baseball because that’s been a passion of mine since I was very young … and how… Continue reading Newman alumnus knocks data internship out of the park
Offering education in western Kansas
Students located in western Kansas are able to gain a Newman University education without traveling to the main campus in Wichita, Kansas. Dodge City is home to a small Newman University campus that offers teacher education programs at both the bachelor’s and master’s level. The accelerated pathway to teaching allows students with an associate degree… Continue reading Offering education in western Kansas
The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience
Every other year, students are offered an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Europe in the classroom and then travel to experience and expand that knowledge. Professor of History Kelly McFall teaches the course Europe by Rail and then travels with students to Europe for the full experience. Each trip is stapled… Continue reading The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience