Laura Shine, biology pre-med major, has been accepted into the early admit program at the University of Kansas (KU) School of Medicine. She said she’s looking forward to her spring 2018 graduation after many long days and nights of learning, working hard in and out of the classroom. “I waited very nervously on the day I… Continue reading University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad
Newman student and ASC sister connect through history
FAFSA is one of many tools to help students pay for college
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available for all prospective college students who are enrolling for the 2019-20 academic year to determine their eligibility for student financial aid. “The benefit of applying for the FAFSA is to ensure that the student has explored all funding options available,” said Bonnie Saucedo, financial aid assistant with Newman. By… Continue reading FAFSA is one of many tools to help students pay for college
Wichita Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber dies at 87
Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber died Saturday, Sept. 29 after complications from a heart attack, hospital officials said. Gerber was 87 years old. Gerber was driving on the evening of Sept. 26 when the medical emergency happened, causing his SUV to veer off the road and strike a bridge pillar and then a barrier wall.… Continue reading Wichita Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber dies at 87
Lori Gibbon is new registrar at Newman
Newman University said goodbye to its longtime Registrar, Shirley Rueb, who retired just before the fall semester began. Filling her shoes is Lori Gibbon, who brings many years of higher education experience with her, both as registrar and serving in other important roles. Gibbon earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in… Continue reading Lori Gibbon is new registrar at Newman
A peek inside the life of a seminarian
The St. Joseph House of Formation is a fairly new addition to Wichita and Newman University. The number of seminarians in the program is growing each year and so is the presence of the seminarians on the Newman campus. You may have seen them playing Frisbee on the campus lawn or attending campus events, and… Continue reading A peek inside the life of a seminarian
Education and the workforce: An essential connection
The Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Business and Education Alliance (BEA) joined forces to co-host the 2018 Education Issue Forum Oct. 3 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at Newman University. Superintendents from Andover, Derby, Goddard, Maize and Wichita participated in a discussion about pro-education policies and how to better prepare students for the… Continue reading Education and the workforce: An essential connection
Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
Newman University prides itself on its mission to prepare students to transform society, and Newman alumna Alaina Garrett is a shining example of the opportunities that the university affords its students. As a college freshman and having been homeschooled, Garrett had less experience in a formal education setting than her peers. Garrett’s faculty advisor, Kelly… Continue reading Newman alumna Alaina Garrett travels far beyond the walls of her alma mater
‘MyMajors’ is one of many resources to aid students in their career search
Students at Newman have access to many resources, both online and off, to help them find the major and career path that best suits them. One tool is MyMajors — an assessment designed to take a student’s interests, aptitudes and experiences and determine the top 10 majors for that student. It takes approximately 20 to… Continue reading ‘MyMajors’ is one of many resources to aid students in their career search
Party on the Plaza: The results are in
Party on the Plaza (POP) is one of Newman University’s largest fundraisers. The event was held Saturday, Sept. 22 and brought together the Newman community for a night of great food, fun, a live and silent auction and fellowship. “The event is highly important for student scholarships and the need is greater than ever,” said Senior… Continue reading Party on the Plaza: The results are in
Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman University Campus Ministry will host an all-faiths prayer breakfast at 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public. Those interested should RSVP no later than Tuesday, Oct. 9. The breakfast is an annual tradition and includes entertainment by members of the Newman community along with… Continue reading Prayer breakfast invites all faiths to Newman campus
Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
The Newman University theater department presents the farce, mystery thriller “Death by Chocolate” by Paul Freed, accompanied by a luxurious four-course dinner served by Great Western Dining Oct. 11-13 in the Jabara Flexible Theatre. “Death by Chocolate” combines all the elements of classic murder mysteries with a scathing satire of today’s health crazes. The show… Continue reading Newman presents ‘Death by Chocolate’ murder mystery dinner
Cultivating employee relationships with the ASCs
Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Newman University student Camden Hoover participated in a highly competitive research experience over the past summer at Portland State University (PSU). The research focused on nano-materials and electron microscopy. The research program immerses students in a multidisciplinary environment and also prepares them for earning advanced degrees. The experience of working in an advanced facility and performing… Continue reading Newman senior completes competitive summer research program
Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
Completing the Ironman triathlon is no small feat, yet four individuals at Newman University have successfully done just that. The Ironman is a triathlon that takes place in various destinations throughout the world, including olympic stadiums and some of the most difficult terrains. It is organized by the World Triathlon Corp. and consists of a… Continue reading Newman individuals take on the Ironman triathlon, world’s hardest race
New volleyball coach works to create team culture
Jose Lugo joined the volleyball team as head coach in late July. He brings more than a decade of coaching experience to Newman. His past coaching experience includes high school to club level and Division 1. His collegiate experience started at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix. He also coached at Arizona State University, Dartmouth… Continue reading New volleyball coach works to create team culture
Newman hires new sports information director
Brandon Smith is the new sports information director for the Newman University athletics department. Smith attended Barton Community College (BCC) before earning his bachelor’s degree in human health performance with a minor in sports management from Fort Hays State University in December 2017. Smith originally went to BCC for a criminal justice degree, but eventually… Continue reading Newman hires new sports information director
Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
Hundreds of alumni, staff, faculty and Newman supporters filled Founders Plaza at Newman University Saturday, Sept. 22 for the annual Party on the Plaza. Newman’s largest student scholarship fundraiser has been happening for many years and is an anticipated tradition for many. This year was no different as the Newman community gathered for a night… Continue reading Newman community gathers on the plaza for a night to remember
New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Debbie Haslam, coordinator of early intervention and testing services, is offering a new “Brown Bag Lunch Series” for students at noon in the Mabee Dining Center’s conference room. The talks are also open to staff and faculty. The sessions are free to attend and conveniently located in the dining hall so that attendees can bring… Continue reading New ‘Brown Bag Lunch Series’ offers valuable insight for students
Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship
Fellowship and good food are some key ingredients to a happy life — and both just happen to be on the menu for “Tasty Tuesday” at Newman University. Tasty Tuesday is a monthly event held by Student Support Services on the second Tuesday of each month. The event began two years ago as a way for… Continue reading Tasty Tuesdays: celebrating food and fellowship
Spreading Jet pride at Open Streets ICT
Newman University had a large presence at Open Streets ICT Sept. 23 in Wichita, Kansas. More than 100 members of the cheer and dance squad, athletic teams and various Newman students were all in attendance sharing their Jet pride with the Wichita community. President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., and Mayor Jeff Longwell addressed the crowd on a… Continue reading Spreading Jet pride at Open Streets ICT
Author comes to Newman to present keynote
Author Gary Jenkins will present a keynote talk, “The Abolitionist and the Border Ruffian: A Conflict Between Higher Law and Secular Law,” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, in the Performance Hall in De Mattias Fine Arts Center at Newman University. The event is free and open to the public. Each year, the Newman University… Continue reading Author comes to Newman to present keynote
Volunteers help make Party on the Plaza a reality
Alumna Joey Egan flourishes in respiratory care work, saves a life
Alumna Joey Egan was at a family breakfast in El Dorado, Kansas, when her 20-day-old nephew stopped breathing. Egan’s sister, Kristen Greene, was holding baby Wilder when she noticed he wasn’t breathing. “My sister ran over to me, and I turned around and saw that Wilder was holding his breath, he was bearing down and… Continue reading Alumna Joey Egan flourishes in respiratory care work, saves a life
Newman employee makes an emergency landing
Adam Sawyer, Help Desk and classroom technology coordinator at Newman University, earned his pilot’s license in March 2018 and just months after, during Labor Day weekend, he earned kudos for a smooth emergency landing. Sawyer and another pilot, A.J. Jenson, were getting in some flight hours while working toward their commercial licenses. The pair took… Continue reading Newman employee makes an emergency landing
Laura Scholl to speak at AIGA Design Week
Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art at Newman University, will present during Wichita Design Week hosted by AIGA Wichita. According to AIGA Wichita’s website, “Wichita Design Week is a week-long series of events to further engage designers of all disciplines and those who use design through connection, information and inspiration. Design Week brings… Continue reading Laura Scholl to speak at AIGA Design Week
Recent graduate entered workforce prepared to transform society
Rebecca Tyndall, a 2018 graduate, believes her time at Newman put her a step ahead in her career as a forensic scientist and prepared her to transform society. Tyndall double majored in forensic science and biology and minored in psychology. She now works in the toxicology department of Quest Diagnostics where she performs testing on urine, blood… Continue reading Recent graduate entered workforce prepared to transform society
Upcoming ‘Cultural Extravaganza’ brings unique performances to the Newman campus
An event one year in the making has almost arrived. Newman University’s Multicultural Leadership Organization (MCLO) Cultural Extravaganza will take place 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in the De Mattias Performance Hall. The Cultural Extravaganza, which is free and open to the public, is for all ages and members of the community. The upcoming event… Continue reading Upcoming ‘Cultural Extravaganza’ brings unique performances to the Newman campus
Steckline Gallery presents ‘Deconstruction’
Artist Melissa Livermore will present “Deconstruction” at the Steckline Gallery for the September Final Friday show from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at Newman University. The event is free and open to the public. The show will be an interactive experience with mixed media elements including photography, videos and tangible art. The idea for… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents ‘Deconstruction’
Brian Collier of Notre Dame to present annual Hesburgh Lecture
Brian Collier, Ph.D., will present the 2018 Hebsurgh Lecture titled, “Save Our Schools, Save Our Country, and Save Your Family: A History of Change in Education in America,” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at Newman University. Collier is a professor at Notre Dame and works with the Alliance for Catholic Education… Continue reading Brian Collier of Notre Dame to present annual Hesburgh Lecture
Party on the Plaza’s purpose is all about the students
Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree
by David Rung Months after her graduation from Newman, alumna Delaney Hiegert continues to showcase just how much she exemplifies the term student-athlete. On Thursday, Hiegert was named as one of the Top 30 honorees for the 2018 NCAA Woman of the Year award. The NCAA Woman of the Year is a national award honoring academic achievement,… Continue reading Newman alumna named NCAA Woman Of The Year Top 30 Honoree
Mobile career kiosk to help students around Newman campus
Melody Head, director of Career Services and Cooperative Education, has designed a plan to help Newman students talk about future career possibilities when it’s most convenient for them with a mobile career kiosk. “For the most part, we are trying to move career services out where the student body community is every day. With the… Continue reading Mobile career kiosk to help students around Newman campus
The Balavage brothers: Is wrestling in their DNA?
Newman University has its own special connection with Scranton, Pennsylvania. It’s not the students’ love for TV’s hit show “The Office,” but Thor and Ivan Balavage, brothers on the Newman wrestling team who call Scranton their hometown. The two have a strong bond and deep passion for wrestling, which begs the question: Is wrestling in… Continue reading The Balavage brothers: Is wrestling in their DNA?
Counseling — a benefit students may not know they have
College students often feel overwhelmed, anxious and unsure who to turn to about stressors in their life. Student Support Services is here to help, offering free tutoring and counseling to Newman University students. Students have access to free tutoring and six free counseling sessions each academic year. Debbie Haslam, coordinator of early intervention and testing… Continue reading Counseling — a benefit students may not know they have
What’s in your minifridge? Students tell all
Newman University is filled with unique twists and flavors — from the expansive course options and study abroad opportunities, right down to various cultural experiences and other campus events. To quench some curiosity, we talked to students to see what other “tastes” they chose to bring with them to the residence halls — starting with… Continue reading What’s in your minifridge? Students tell all
The history of Newman University’s mascot
From different names to a changing campus landscape, Newman University has had many changes in its history — including that of the university mascot. Before Johnny Jet, Newman University’s mascot was the Jet Bird beginning in the early ’70s. With a red pilot hat and blue satin beak, Jet Bird led the crowd with energy… Continue reading The history of Newman University’s mascot
Kelly Belanger keynote to address Title IX, college athletics
Alumna named in Wichita Business Journal 40 under 40
Jessica (Fagherazzi) Oberwortmann ’14 has been driven to succeed her entire life, and now she is doing just that. Oberwortmann began doing marketing and branding work for friends on the side but the requests got so large that eventually, she turned it into her very own business — JF Marketing + Branding. Oberwortmann grew up… Continue reading Alumna named in Wichita Business Journal 40 under 40
Theatre shows to be revamped as Daniel Williams joins the team
The Newman University theatre department is happy to welcome new Technical Director and Designer Daniel Williams to their team. Williams comes to Newman with more than 30 years of professional experience in set design, technical directing, teaching and more. This semester, Williams will teach a course on stagecraft and a course on scene painting while… Continue reading Theatre shows to be revamped as Daniel Williams joins the team