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Newman students present research on Scholars Day
High school seniors visit campus for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews
Twenty-three high school seniors visited campus Friday, Dec. 7, for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews. The Cardinal Newman scholarship is Newman’s most exclusive award, given to a limited number of high-achieving students each year. To be considered for the scholarship, incoming freshmen must have at least a 3.9 cumulative high school GPA and official test scores… Continue reading High school seniors visit campus for Cardinal Newman scholarship interviews
Newman professor shares her love for teaching
Newman Assistant Professor of Education Mallory Arellano originally chose veterinarian school as her career path. But she soon realized her love for teaching was pulling her in a different direction. Arellano decided to change her career path to teaching and eventually became a Newman University student in the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)… Continue reading Newman professor shares her love for teaching
High school counselors connect with Newman over breakfast
High school counselors statewide joined the Newman University admissions team for a breakfast program Friday, Dec. 7. The Counselor Appreciation Breakfast is held each year to thank high school counselors for all the work that they do for Newman. It is also a time to update them on scholarships, programs, changes and advances happening at… Continue reading High school counselors connect with Newman over breakfast
Students plan winter service trip to to New Mexico
Newman University students are headed to Gallup, New Mexico, for their annual winter service trip. The winter service trip is an opportunity for students to spend time doing service work and to experience fellowship. Student Clare Morgan, who helped organize the trip, said, “We will be living with the Little Sisters of the Poor, but… Continue reading Students plan winter service trip to to New Mexico
Career services focuses on career-readiness
Newman University Career Services is a beneficial resource on campus that is available to help students prepare for their future in the workforce, and it’s a resource they should start using early in their college career. Director of Career Services Melody Head has been professionally trained to assist college students with career-related concerns and invites… Continue reading Career services focuses on career-readiness
‘Nutcracker’ holds special memories for Newman professor
Newman University Assistant Professor of Biology Jenifer Leming has a special Christmas tradition connection. She was a ballet dancer for most of her youth and performed in several productions of “The Nutcracker” at different stages of her life. Jenifer started dancing when she was just 5 years old and continued until she was 18. Currently,… Continue reading ‘Nutcracker’ holds special memories for Newman professor
Kansas legislators visit Newman
Newman University hosts an elected officials breakfast annually to connect legislators to the university and notify them of its academic advances and challenges. President Noreen M Carrocci, Ph.D., invited the elected officials to campus on Thursday, Nov. 9, to enjoy breakfast in the new Bishop Gerber Science Center. Leo Delperdang, a Republican member of the… Continue reading Kansas legislators visit Newman
T&T students help make the winter a little less cold
Cold weather has taken over the Kansas air. Being the unpredictable state that it is, winter this year could be nothing special or one to remember with snow, ice and freezing temperatures. There are many people who have nothing to protect them and keep them warm from this unpredictable cold, making it a long winter… Continue reading T&T students help make the winter a little less cold
Newman alumnus’ The Spice Merchant a local favorite
Many Wichitans know and love The Spice Merchant for its flavorful selections of coffee, tea, spices and gifts, but the local treasure is also dear to the heart of Newman University.
Student newspaper celebrates decades of success
Common freshman read comes to life for Newman students
Each year, the Newman University Traditions and Transitions (T&T) freshman class participates in a “common reading” the summer before their semester begins. This year’s book, “The Immortal 10: A Story from the Kansas Underground Railroad” by Gary Jenkins, tells the tale of 10 brave individuals who helped shape the history of Kansas. It provided a unique opportunity… Continue reading Common freshman read comes to life for Newman students
Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Newman Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli was recognized as a distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University (MSU) in Wichita Falls, Texas, during its Alumni Association’s Homecoming brunch Oct. 27. According to a MSU press release, “Each year, the six colleges of Midwestern State University honor alumni who have made… Continue reading Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Business Mingle will allow students to practice networking skills
The Newman University Career Services office is hosting a Business Mingle from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Current Newman students are highly encouraged to come and practice their networking skills as professionals from five different companies will be there to talk with students. Director of Career Services Melody Head said… Continue reading Business Mingle will allow students to practice networking skills
Newman Chorale presents annual Christmas concert
Christmas is right around the corner and holiday activities and events are abundant at Newman University. One staple of the holiday season on campus is the annual Christmas Chorale Concert, which will be 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, in the De Mattias Performance Hall. The 38 Chorale students directed by Deanne Zogleman will be joined by the Newman… Continue reading Newman Chorale presents annual Christmas concert
Newman SGA to host annual Christmas party for students
The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) is hosting its annual Christmas party — free and open to all current students — on Wednesday, Dec. 5, in the Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Alumni Center. The event will begin with a SGA meeting at 6:30 p.m. followed by holiday activities, dinner and beverages from 7-9 p.m.… Continue reading Newman SGA to host annual Christmas party for students
Holly Jolly Holiday Party is back for another year
Kaleidoscope has once again joined forces with many other clubs on campus to present the Holly Jolly Holiday Party for a second year. Kaleidoscope is a campus club that serves as a peer-to-peer interaction-based student organization, where LGBTQ students and Allies can work together to create a sense of human solidarity and concern for the common… Continue reading Holly Jolly Holiday Party is back for another year
Women’s soccer team completes season, makes history
Not only did the Jets finish third in the Heartland Conference and earn a place in the conference tournament, the team won the conference’s Silver Sportsmanship Award and several players won individual honors. While they may not have won the championship, the women’s team still shaped the history for Newman University soccer with 12 wins,… Continue reading Women’s soccer team completes season, makes history
Alumni office has big plans for Giving Tuesday
The Newman University alumni office has begun their #GivingTuesday campaign to raise money for student scholarships. Giving Tuesday is largely a social media movement that focuses on charitable giving. It falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving each year and serves as a reminder after Black Friday and Cyber Monday to give rather than spend. Newman’s… Continue reading Alumni office has big plans for Giving Tuesday
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Artist Chiyoko Myose will present “Origami Cranes in Blue” at the Steckline Gallery for the November Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Newman University. The event is free and open to the public. Myose is originally from Japan and moved to the U.S. 20 years ago. “Even though two decades… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Origami Cranes in Blue’
Learning and bonding in Topeka, Kansas
Newman University students are thankful
Thanksgiving is known as a time for family and food — but most of all, a time for recognizing and giving thanks for all the blessings that have been given to each and every one throughout the years. It doesn’t take long to find a thankful heart at Newman University. Junior Brittny Korte is a… Continue reading Newman University students are thankful
Coming soon: “Mamma Mia!”
Newman University will present the musical “Mamma Mia!” Nov. 15-18 in the De Mattias Performance Hall. This well-known musical features songs from Swedish band ABBA. “Mamma Mia!” is the story of a young girl growing up in the Greek islands who secretly invites to her wedding three men from her mother’s past in hopes of… Continue reading Coming soon: “Mamma Mia!”
Grant awards professional development opportunity for staff
Newman University was recently awarded the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC) Leadership Transformation Grant to provide professional development opportunities to university staff through leadership training and development. Staff members will be offered leadership training courses through the KLC and after attending, will be urged to help in the efforts of continuing leadership education with others at… Continue reading Grant awards professional development opportunity for staff
House of Formation in Little Rock, Arkansas partners with Newman
Newman University partnered with the St. Joseph House of Formation in 2017 in order for seminarians to earn college credit during their first two years of their journey to priesthood. That partnership was extended to three years in 2018 and many are hoping that soon the seminarians will study at Newman for all four years… Continue reading House of Formation in Little Rock, Arkansas partners with Newman
Trunk-or-treat: A successful Halloween fundraiser
Newman University hosted a trunk-or-treat and carnival Monday, Oct. 29, to help raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event included a safe, fun, family-friendly environment for children of all ages to enjoy an evening of games and Halloween celebration. With about 600 ghouls, witches, superheroes, princesses and other special appearances participating in the events, Student… Continue reading Trunk-or-treat: A successful Halloween fundraiser
ASC sisters open their home, The Landing, to Newman student body
For the past several years, The Landing has served as a resource for the members of the Newman community, and it has been provided and cared for by the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). The ASC community members take pride in the connection they have with the university through their home they have… Continue reading ASC sisters open their home, The Landing, to Newman student body
Students take on Tulsa, OK, for the Nimrod Writing Conference
On Oct. 20, Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., and her husband, Sonny, spent their Saturday traveling with a group of six students to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the “Nimrod Conference for Readers and Writers.” According to its website, “Nimrod” is an international journal for prose and poetry writing founded by the University of Tulsa… Continue reading Students take on Tulsa, OK, for the Nimrod Writing Conference
First-time Faithful Journeys conference a success
Let the college search begin
Applying for college is a big step in life whether the applicant is a traditional student fresh from high school graduation or a nontraditional student who is returning after being away from education for a few years. Either way, most soon-to-be students begin their college search with campus visits. Newman University hosts a special day… Continue reading Let the college search begin
Student Life gains a new multicultural engagement director
The Student Life office at Newman University has welcomed new Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard. Shepard is a graduate of Wichita State University where he earned both a Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Master of Public Administration. He also earned a nonprofit management certification as well. He most recently worked for the Kansas Leadership… Continue reading Student Life gains a new multicultural engagement director
National champion wrestler Noel Torres receives his ring
On Saturday, Oct. 27, alumnus Noel Torres received his national wrestling championship ring from his performance in March 2018. The Jets held the annual Red and Blue Dual in Fugate gymnasium and afterward hosted a social hour for wrestling alumni. Torres first laid eyes on his ring at the event that evening. He said, “This means… Continue reading National champion wrestler Noel Torres receives his ring
President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., receives honorary degree
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., received an honorary degree from Newman University, Birmingham in the United Kingdom Oct. 23, 2018. The honor was given, in part, to celebrate the partnership between the two universities while honoring Carrocci for her many charitable works and her work as an academic leader. This is Carrocci’s first… Continue reading President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., receives honorary degree
Newman students, alumni and professor present as panel at KATE Conference
Last month, Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D., reached out to two of her colleagues with a rough idea for a panel proposal. Together, the three crafted “What Now? Millennial Writers Engaging the World” to be held at the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE) Conference. The individuals who were invited to participate… Continue reading Newman students, alumni and professor present as panel at KATE Conference
Banquet’s guest speaks about her time with Mother Teresa
The Beata Benefactors Banquet is held annually to thank and honor donors who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The banquet begins with a social hour, dinner and ceremony, which includes a presentation from a special guest speaker. This year, Susan Conroy will attend the event to speak about her time with Mother Teresa,… Continue reading Banquet’s guest speaks about her time with Mother Teresa
Drive and determination prominent in Newman student TaTy’Terria Gary
Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Newman hosts at least two Transfer Thursdays each semester. These days allow more time for potential transfer students to speak with admissions counselors, faculty and get a campus tour if needed. Transfer students can range from military professionals to cosmetologists to mothers returning to complete their degree and anything in between. According to Assistant Director of… Continue reading Transfer Thursdays offer flexibility for nontraditional students
Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
The Newman University diagnostic medical sonography program is unique in many respects. The program offers students a hands-on learning experience on campus and an end result of a bachelor’s degree, which is not typical of most sonography programs. Newman provides didactic and lab work at the university for personal instruction, and students learn three different… Continue reading Sonography students at Newman are a step ahead
