Groups of middle school students were likely spotted on campus March 6 and March 20 for the Patriot League music festival. Newman University hosted the event as a way to showcase the university to students and families. Deanne Zogleman, B.M.E., instructor of music and director of choral music, ran the event. “It is the perfect… Continue reading Patriot League music festival brings middle school students to Newman University
360Five: How to vacation anywhere
Are you tired of not having the time or money for a vacation? Look no further! Introducing Green Screen™: the easiest way to travel anywhere within minutes. See the results for yourself! Watch 360Five’s newest infomercial. While you’re checking out this week’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Newman 360Five YouTube channel where you can find… Continue reading 360Five: How to vacation anywhere
Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Renee Duxler graduated from Newman University in 2004 with a master’s in social work, which has led her through a variety of career opportunities. While working as a social worker, Duxler said she has had many opportunities to expand her career, including working in the HIV/AIDS field for a number of years as well as… Continue reading Newman alumna takes over Douglas Design District
Cadaver lab is important training tool
Cadaver labs are a rare find in Kansas. Newman University boasts one of only two in Wichita and one of the only cadaver labs in Kansas’ private schools. The Bishop Gerber Science Center (BGSC) is full of incredible equipment and large labs, but many don’t know that a state-of-the-art cadaver lab lies in the southeast… Continue reading Cadaver lab is important training tool
SGA campaign adds fun to campus atmosphere
The students at Newman University may have noticed an increase in fun posters around campus. That’s because the Student Government Association (SGA) elections are nearing and campaigning has begun. There are two sets of candidates running for SGA president and vice president for the 2019-20 academic year — Thao Nguyen is running for president with… Continue reading SGA campaign adds fun to campus atmosphere
Difference Maker: Elizabeth Meister
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 Brian Bergkamp Student… Continue reading Difference Maker: Elizabeth Meister
Triathlon team grows, ready to take on nationals
First ‘SHEro awards’ recognizes women in the Newman community
Newman University hosted its first ever “SHEro awards” Tuesday, March 19, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The awards ceremony took place during Women’s History Month and was part of a weeklong set of activities to celebrate women and their contributions. Nominations for the SHEro awards began in February and voting took place in March. The… Continue reading First ‘SHEro awards’ recognizes women in the Newman community
Students travel to the rockies for the 2019 MAASU conference
Twelve students traveled to the mountain-surrounded Boulder, Colorado, to attend the 2019 Midwest Asian American Student Union (MAASU) conference, which took place March 9. Newman University senior and biology major Thao Nguyen was one of the students who attended the conference. “MAASU is a regional conference where Asian Student Association (ASA) members meet up and… Continue reading Students travel to the rockies for the 2019 MAASU conference
Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Ray Williams is searching for student volunteers to aid in fundraising efforts and connect with alumni and donors. The Phone-a-thon is an event held each semester and run by the Alumni Relations office. It will begin April 1 and end April 12. Student volunteers will call donors and… Continue reading Students lend a hand with annual fundraising goal
Difference Maker: Douglas Lockett
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 Ivonne Goldstein Community… Continue reading Difference Maker: Douglas Lockett
New 360Five: Professionalism DOs & DON’Ts
Would YOU pass the professionalism test? Claire and Jack show off the DOs and DON’Ts of how it’s done. Plan to attend the Highway 54 Career Fair event from 3:30 to 6:30 pm on Tuesday, March 26 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Dress professionally, network for job/internship opportunities, and take advantage of the photo booth… Continue reading New 360Five: Professionalism DOs & DON’Ts
Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Literature lovers of Wichita, now is your chance to celebrate authors and storytelling through colorful presentations, readings and short performances at Newman’s Literary Festival. Each year, the Newman English department hosts the Literary Festival — also known as Litfest — to showcase keynote speakers, students’ written and performative works as well as faculty lectures. The… Continue reading Join Newman in celebrating the 20th annual Literary Festival
Newman hosts Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Young contestants and their families filled the De Mattias Performance Hall for the Sunflower State Spelling Bee Saturday, March 9. The spellers took their places at 8:45 a.m. and warmed up their brains, vocal cords and nerves with a quick practice round before diving into the competition. While students practiced introducing their names, schools and… Continue reading Newman hosts Sunflower State Spelling Bee
Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Artist Seth Blume will exhibit “In the Bag?” at Steckline Gallery during Wichita’s Final Friday event March 29. The exhibit portrays elements of fun and mystery for viewers. Blume, a Wichita State University graduate, lives in Wichita, Kansas. He is influenced by nature, found objects and the obscure. Blume is experienced with various mediums such… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘In The Bag?’
Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
A panel of finalists for the 2019 Kansas Teacher of the Year visited Newman University Feb. 28, spending quality time with current Newman students, staff and faculty. The Kansas State Department of Education website says, “The Kansas Teacher of the Year Award recognizes and utilizes representatives of excellent teaching in the elementary and secondary classrooms… Continue reading Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman alumnus Wesley Williams is completing his final semester of law school in Washington, D.C. Williams will graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas (KU) School of Law in May 2019 but first, he is completing an internship with Congress. He chose to participate in the KU School of Law’s “Sixth… Continue reading Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Difference Maker: Sarah Coffman
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 Sister Tarcisia Roths,… Continue reading Difference Maker: Sarah Coffman
National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman University students have been given the opportunity to win up to $100. The catch? Help create a logo for the National Geomantic Survey (NGS). Longtime NGS member of 10 years Morris (Mo) Floyd, Newman’s director of security, has paired up with the Visual Arts Club to help make a modernized logo for NGS. “NGS… Continue reading National Geomantic Survey asks students to design new logo
Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
“Pathway to Newman” was an event held on Feb. 27 to educate nearby community colleges on the opportunities offered at Newman University for transfer students such as transferring credits and transfer scholarships. In attendance were presidents, admissions representatives and others from Butler Community College, Cowley Community College, Hutchinson Community College and Pratt Community College. The… Continue reading Newman strengthens relationship with community colleges
Joanna Pryor named new athletic director
After a national search, Joanna Pryor has been named director of athletics for Newman University, effective July 1, 2019.
‘SHEro’ week will honor women in various ways
Newman University’s Division of Student Affairs has planned a “SHEro” week to honor women of the community in many different ways. Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard spoke about the upcoming event and the motivation for sponsoring it. “A lot of times, women are not recognized for their contributions to society and… Continue reading ‘SHEro’ week will honor women in various ways
The making of a Homecoming king and queen
Homecoming is an exciting time for any university, and for some students, there’s added excitement of possibly being crowned Homecoming king and queen. Newman University has a long history of Homecoming traditions with many events having come and gone over the years. Each year, the university celebrates Homecoming with an entire week of fun and… Continue reading The making of a Homecoming king and queen
Difference Maker: Sarah Bagby
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 Marshall Murdock Award… Continue reading Difference Maker: Sarah Bagby
Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony
The Difference Makers for Wichita awards banquet was held Feb. 23 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The awards honor individuals and organizations making a positive difference and celebrates their contributions, value and influence on improving the greater Wichita community. Newman University was a title sponsor for the event along with… Continue reading Difference Makers celebrated during annual ceremony
‘Oddly Satisfying Things’ with 360Five
From chugging a 750mL bottle of sparkling juice to getting pied in the face, members of the 360Five team present a video that may leave you feeling oddly satisfied. While you’re checking out this week’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Newman 360Five YouTube channel where you can find all the 360Five crew’s shenanigans.
Women’s basketball coach strives for the best
Women’s basketball head coach Darin Spence has had many accomplishments on the court and recently reached a big milestone: his 100th win at Newman University. Spence has been at Newman since April 2012 and is now the winningest coach in women’s basketball program history. “It’s a big deal and maybe one day I will slow… Continue reading Women’s basketball coach strives for the best
Collaborative effort makes Homecoming week a success
Newman alumna receives Catholic teaching award
Bridget Yates graduated from Newman University with a Bachelor of Science in elementary education in 2010. Just nine years later, she was given some very good news — she would be the recipient of the St. John Neumann Award for distinguished teaching in a rural diocesan school. Named for St. John Neumann, the American founder… Continue reading Newman alumna receives Catholic teaching award
Newman 360Five: Homecoming after party
Newman University will be hosting a great after party following the Feb. 21 Homecoming games. Check out how the 360Five crew spread the word. While you’re checking out this week’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to the Newman 360Five YouTube channel where you can find all the 360Five crew’s shenanigans.
Theater department to present ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’
Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Presley Williams of Augusta High School in Augusta, Kansas, was one of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious financial award that covers four years of tuition at the university. Williams visited campus Tuesday, Feb. 19, when admissions surprised her with a basket of goodies and… Continue reading Augusta High School student awarded Cardinal Newman Scholarship
Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
Freshmen Jennifer Pham and Kayleigh Franco have always had a passion for music, and after connecting through social media, they recently started a band, RE:BOUND. Their first gig is Feb. 23 at the local Donut Whole. Their adventure first began at Garten’s Music where they both took guitar lessons and performed in a showcase. “While… Continue reading Freshmen take the stage as RE:BOUND
High school seniors get to know Newman
“The path to the next clue is short and sweet, but make sure to look both ways before crossing the street. Named after our university president, students have an opportunity here to become Wichita residents.“ That was just one of many clues given to area high school seniors who visited the Newman University campus Monday,… Continue reading High school seniors get to know Newman
MoJo Tournaments bring club volleyball to Newman
Associate Athletic Directors Maureen “Mo” Rohleder and Joanna “Jo” Pryor decided to bring club volleyball to Newman about eight years ago — and the MoJo Tournament was born. The 2019 tournament season saw five different one-day tournaments, held on either a Saturday or Sunday, beginning Jan. 20 and ending Feb. 17. The annual event brings… Continue reading MoJo Tournaments bring club volleyball to Newman
BSW Program Director provides insight into segregation and obesity relationships
Newman University Director of Undergraduate Social Work Dr. Yelando Johnson provides insight for an article published in the Wichita Eagle that links segregation to obesity. “You have to look at the bigger picture. And unless you address the inequalities of it, you’re going to continue to have a problem such as obesity,” said Dr. Yelando… Continue reading BSW Program Director provides insight into segregation and obesity relationships
Newman 360Five: 7 types of people you meet at the library
On this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, Austin and Brenden portray the various and interesting types of people you may witness at your everyday college library. Check out this week’s episode and don’t forget to subscribe to the Newman 360Five YouTube channel where you can find all the 360Five crew shenanigans.
Difference Makers for Wichita banquet honors community members
Twelve individuals in the Wichita community will be recognized for their outstanding service and dedication at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet Feb. 23 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards honor individuals and organizations making a positive difference and celebrates their contributions, value and… Continue reading Difference Makers for Wichita banquet honors community members
Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
Mary Werner, associate professor of art, will retire in May 2019 after 16 years as a part of the Newman community. Werner was hired as a professor at Newman in 2003 and has impacted the lives of many students, faculty and artists throughout her time at the university. Among her major achievements were revamping and… Continue reading Influential art professor says goodbye to Newman
Student Cori Vigil overcomes family tragedies to achieve dream
Counting blessings has become a regular part of Newman University student Cori Vigil’s routine. In May 2016, the Vigil’s house in Dodge City was completely destroyed by a tornado. Less than two years later, Vigil’s husband, Clay, was in an accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Even in the midst of these… Continue reading Student Cori Vigil overcomes family tragedies to achieve dream