The 2019 Jetspy awards ceremony took place Wednesday, May 1, at Newman University.
Newman students earn journalism scholarships
Newman University students Emily Larkin and Courtney Klaus have been chosen to receive Gridiron scholarships, presented by the Kansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). Gridiron is an annual stage show fundraiser with the purpose of raising money for journalism scholarships for Kansas college students. According to its website, “SPJ will award… Continue reading Newman students earn journalism scholarships
Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
Above photo: (l to r) Elementary Director of Teaching and Learning Tricia Reiser, Assistant Superintendent John Popp, Superintendent Khris Thexton and Riley Student Support Coach Beth Rein surprise Jenna Dreiling (center), first-grade teacher, with the elementary nomination to Kansas Teacher of the Year. (courtesy photo) Newman alumna Jenna Dreiling is one of the many treasured… Continue reading Alumna Jenna Dreiling honored as Great Bend USD 428 teacher of the year
Newman honors distinguished alumni with awards
Newman University alumni are making positive changes in their work environments, neighborhoods and communities every day.
Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
Hundreds of people stood from their chairs and cheered when Director of Campus Security Morris “Mo” Floyd received the prestigious Staff Excellence Award at this year’s Honors and Academic Awards Banquet. The Staff Excellence Award is given to one individual who exemplifies the qualities of someone who serves and supports students, faculty and staff. Floyd… Continue reading Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
A great partnership: Newman and Archdiocese of Oklahoma City for diaconate program
The Newman School of Catholic Studies is now home to the Bachelor of Arts in Theology program for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Father Joseph Gile, S.T.D., associate professor of theology and priest of the Wichita diocese, was named dean of the new School of Catholic Studies at Newman January 2019. The school houses theology,… Continue reading A great partnership: Newman and Archdiocese of Oklahoma City for diaconate program
Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Upcoming graduates have been busy studying for finals, decorating their graduation caps and making arrangements to celebrate their special day with family and friends. Commencement weekend is just around the corner and there are many graduation events to attend. Friday, May 10, the nursing students will celebrate during the traditional nursing pinning ceremony at 4… Continue reading Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
A Newman University faculty member was recognized at this year’s Kansas Respiratory Care Society (KRCS) seminar. Margaret “Meg” Trumpp, M.Ed., is an assistant professor of respiratory care, the director of the respiratory care program and the director of allied health programs at Newman University. Trumpp received the Hugh S. Mathewson award on April 4. KRCS… Continue reading Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
Highway 54 career fair: employment granted
Newman University hosted the annual Highway 54 career fair March 26 for students in search of employment opportunities. The annual event is co-sponsored by Newman and Friends universities. More than 45 exhibitors and area employers and 100 Newman students attended the fair this year. Melody Head, director of career services and cooperative education at Newman… Continue reading Highway 54 career fair: employment granted
Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
The Newman University admissions team traveled to Trinity Academy in Wichita, Kansas, on April 15 to present senior Alex DeHoet with a Cardinal Newman Scholarship with his friends and teachers present. DeHoet was one of five high school seniors who accepted the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial award that covers… Continue reading Trinity Academy student receives Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Students rank first against business students around the world
Brett Andrews, Ph.D., professor of business and dean of the school of business, uses an online simulation called The Business Strategy Game (BSG). In BSG, students run a virtual company and compete against each other. The students are ranked against other competitors based on their corporate strategy. This year, two students are tied for first… Continue reading Students rank first against business students around the world
Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
The Honors and Academic Awards Banquet was held on Wednesday, April 17. More than 50 students, faculty and staff were recognized for their academic achievements and involvement throughout the year. The banquet started with an opening from Provost Kim Long, prayer by University Chaplain Fr. John Fogliasso and comments from President Noreen Carrocci. The ceremony… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty celebrated at Honors and Academic Awards Banquet
Ellen invites alumna to attend Mother’s Day show
Alumna Kelli Jo Sheahon never thought her first pregnancy would land her a seat at the live taping of the Ellen DeGeneres show.
‘Something About This Night’ musical sings to audiences of all ages
Each spring, members of the Newman Chorale and Troubadours spend hours learning dance routines, volunteering in the theater shop and memorizing selected melodies — all in preparation for the final music production of the year. “Something About This Night” centers around love and relationships and is the 14th show that has been co-written by Newman… Continue reading ‘Something About This Night’ musical sings to audiences of all ages
Cowley College and Newman University make transferring easy
Newman University has a long history of being a transfer-friendly university and recently won an award from Phi Theta Kappa for their efforts. This is in large part due to articulation agreements with various community colleges in the area, which are only continuing to expand. Cowley College’s President Dennis C. Rittle, Ph.D., Vice President for… Continue reading Cowley College and Newman University make transferring easy
Newman 360Five: If security guards acted like students
At Newman University, campus security is top-notch. But what if security guards started acting like the distracted students they see on campus? This video will give you an idea as to why it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. While you’re checking out this week’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Newman 360Five YouTube channel… Continue reading Newman 360Five: If security guards acted like students
Newman honors program enriches student education, opportunities
Kelly McFall, Ph.D., professor of history and chair of the division of humanities, is the director of the honors program at Newman University. He stated its purpose is to “give high achieving students a path toward achieving success and enabling them to change the world.” According to McFall, the acceptance rate is relatively high since… Continue reading Newman honors program enriches student education, opportunities
Medical Mission at Home offers health care services to the community
More than 40 Newman students, staff and faculty members volunteered at the third annual Medical Mission at Home.
Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
The second-grade class from Belle Plaine Elementary in Kansas came to Newman University for hands-on science activities April 15. When Brandi Boese, a Newman alumna and one of the school’s second-grade teachers, reached out to the university to hold this event, Newman’s chemistry club said they were happy to take on these young learners. Boese… Continue reading Chemistry club hosts day of science fun for Belle Plaine second-graders
Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University presents “Say Good Night, Gracie” featuring works by artists Mary Werner, Maria Somes and Ellen Clark. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. April 26. Both the reception and admission to the gallery are free and open to the public. Werner has… Continue reading Steckline Gallery to present ‘Say Good Night, Gracie’ by Mary Werner and others
Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
When students first contact the university and visit campus, they typically work with the admissions office. Upcoming Registration Days are a time when the student life office takes over to help potential students see themsevles as Jets. “Registration Day is a one-day session designed to help incoming students successfully start the collegiate transition process to… Continue reading Potential students become Jets at Registration Days
Jetspys awards banquet unites and recognizes student-athletes
Early mornings, late nights, sweat, dirt and a ton of hard work — these are no strangers to the student-athletes at Newman University. For one night of the year, however, these same dedicated individuals get the chance to dress up and dine. On May 1, all 321 student-athletes will gather to celebrate the Jetspys in… Continue reading Jetspys awards banquet unites and recognizes student-athletes
Scholarship Luncheon allows donors and students to meet
Newman University hosted its annual Scholarship Luncheon on April 15, giving students a chance to meet the donors responsible for their scholarships. A total of 39 donors and donor representatives attended the luncheon and 48 students joined them. Students in attendance said they were happy to have the chance to meet the individuals responsible for… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon allows donors and students to meet
Transfer admissions makes national honor roll for a second year
For the second year in a row, the Newman University admissions department has been awarded the Transfer Honor Roll. Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) determines which colleges provide the best transfer student services. This year, PTK recognized 78 colleges nationally with this honor. Only colleges in the top 25% make the honor roll. Morgan Gilbert, associate… Continue reading Transfer admissions makes national honor roll for a second year
Junior Thao Nguyen lands summer internship in California
Junior Thao Nguyen is one of a select few to receive a 2019 summer internship at the Scripps Research Institute in San Diego, California. More than 500 students applied for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows (SURF) internship and only 22 were accepted into the program. Starting in June, Nguyen will spend 10 weeks completing biomedical… Continue reading Junior Thao Nguyen lands summer internship in California
From genocide to peace: a teaching perspective
Professor of History Kelly McFall is known for teaching genocide studies.
Awards banquet will celebrate Newman alumni
Five individuals will be honored during Newman University’s annual Alumni Awards Banquet April 27 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center located inside Dugan Library. Renee Hein ’02, Curtis Nightingale ’01, Alicia Thompson, Ph.D. ’97, Jacob Wayman ’17 and honorary alumnus Victor “Vic” Trilli, director of athletics at Newman University, will receive recognition for the work they… Continue reading Awards banquet will celebrate Newman alumni
Newman instrumental ensemble to present spring concert
The Newman University instrumental ensemble will present its spring concert, “Peace, Love & Rock & Roll,” at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14, in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. The concert is free and open to the public. The ensemble will perform pieces made popular in the ’60s and ’70s with featured soloists… Continue reading Newman instrumental ensemble to present spring concert
Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
The Newman University admissions team raised more than $1,500 for the Kapaun Mt. Carmel (KMC) Thespian Troupe by running concessions during their performances of “The Sound of Music.” The troupe held shows March 28-30 and the admissions team set up a Newman information table as well as food and drink tables outside the auditorium to… Continue reading Admissions team raises money for Kapaun Mt. Carmel Thespian Troupe
3D printer arrives at Newman University
The Newman University STEM club made it their goal during the 2018-19 academic year to raise enough money so they could purchase a 3D printer for the university. With two major fundraisers and the help of the Student Government Association, the chemistry and biology departments and library staff, club members achieved that goal. Club President… Continue reading 3D printer arrives at Newman University
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 open to the public in addition to staff, faculty and students. The annual event benefits a different local charity each year and also helps to… Continue reading Newman Staff Assembly to host annual silent auction
Newman 360Five: Shakespeareans storm the campus
Now bless thyself. Prithee, watch as Amy and Jack seek to prosper in a world of non-Shakespearean college students. Wilt thou attend opening night of “Winter’s Tale” on the eve of this Thursday? Performances include: 8 p.m. April 4-6 2 p.m. Sunday, April 7 All performances will take place in the Jabara Flexible Theatre inside… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Shakespeareans storm the campus
‘Beowulf’ to be theme of 2019 LitFest
It’s 2019 — so why is the theme of Newman University’s Literary Festival (LitFest) based around an epic Old English poem that’s over 1,000 years old and counting? Authors, actors and panelists are prepared to explore just that through live performances, discussions, readings and videos at LitFest which takes place Thursday-Friday, April 11-12, at Newman… Continue reading ‘Beowulf’ to be theme of 2019 LitFest
Spring break in the Holy Land
Newman University theology graduate students experienced the Holy Land during spring break.
Campus Ministry Women take a day to reflect
As students go through the last semester of the year, stresses begin to accumulate and personal reflection time becomes rare. The Newman University campus ministry office put together a special spring retreat for women at Newman to have time away and grow closer together as sisters in Christ while reflecting on where they place their… Continue reading Campus Ministry Women take a day to reflect
Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
The Teaching Parents Association (TPA) is hosting their 2019 TPA Conference home-school fair April 12 and 13 at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center. Guest speakers, workshop sessions and vendors, including Newman University, will all be present at the event. Event organizers aim to aid parents with resources and teaching methods. Connie Albers, a national… Continue reading Newman University connecting with home-schooled population
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of any university at this year’s conference. The conference was held March 29-30 at Kansas State University and allowed students to present original research on a… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
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 individuals and organizations making a positive difference and celebrate their contributions, value and positive influence on improving the greater Wichita community. The Russ Meyer Community… Continue reading Difference Maker: Jennifer White
Newman alumnus and artist Anthony Dozier receives Building Bridges Award
Newman alumnus Anthony Dozier recently received the Building Bridges Award as part of National TRIO Day on Feb. 21. TRIO programs were created to offer federally funded college opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty. According to the Council for Opportunity in Education, TRIO serves more… Continue reading Newman alumnus and artist Anthony Dozier receives Building Bridges Award
Pet-friendly residence hall comes to Newman University
Newman University students will soon be able to bring their furry friend to live with them on campus.