Shirley Rueb is set to retire after more than 50 years at Newman. Rueb started at Newman as a student and then became an employee — and has received many accolades for her hard work and dedication to the university. She received the De Mattias Alumni Award in 1993 and the Cardinal Newman Medal in 2004,… Continue reading Registrar Shirley Rueb retires after 52 years at Newman University
Student’s Newman search comes full circle
Amanda Crawford first considered Newman for her higher education as a junior in high school. And then, as they say, life happened. Now, after more than 18 years after first considering Newman, she is experiencing what it’s like to be a Jet. She and her husband, Matt, discovered they were going to have their first… Continue reading Student’s Newman search comes full circle
Prestigious Fulbright Scholarship awarded to alumna
Lakshmi Kambampati recently achieved a lifelong dream: She was awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching for 2017-18. The prestigious scholarship allowed Kambampati to teach mathematics at the Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies in India for two semesters. She said, “(It was a) once in a lifetime thing and it was absolutely awesome. It was… Continue reading Prestigious Fulbright Scholarship awarded to alumna
Upcoming ‘Jet Days’ welcomes new students to campus
The 2018-19 academic year is only weeks away, and the staff and faculty at Newman University are in full preparation mode. Each year, the staff in the Newman Student Life department plans a two-day orientation known as Jet Days. In past years, the new freshmen living on campus move in on day one of Jet… Continue reading Upcoming ‘Jet Days’ welcomes new students to campus
Student spends semester in England at Newman University
With similarities in namesake, mission and academic rigor, Newman University in Wichita works closely with Newman University in Birmingham, England, to create and maintain study abroad opportunities for students between both institutions. Senior Linnea Ristow studied at Newman University Birmingham during the 2018 spring semester and highly recommends the experience to others. Ristow originally considered studying… Continue reading Student spends semester in England at Newman University
Newman recognizes Sister Fran Schumer for efforts in campus community
Sister Frances “Fran” Schumer has not only fulfilled the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) mission through her ministry but also in many other ways throughout the Newman community. The U.S. ASC order, rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, are ecclesial women, living in community, witnessing God’s love in mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate… Continue reading Newman recognizes Sister Fran Schumer for efforts in campus community
Making a smooth transfer to Newman University
Transfer students make up approximately 46 percent of the Newman University undergraduate population students as of fall 2017. Creating a positive experience for those students is the main goal of Morgan Gilbert and Monica Heasty, members of the transfer admissions team. A transfer student is any new student who is not classified as an… Continue reading Making a smooth transfer to Newman University
Wearing multiple hats — dad, cop, deacon and student
“Student” is just one of many hats Fernando “Freddy” Hernandez wears.
Newman student called to priesthood
Father Nicholaus “Nic” Jurgensmeyer attended Newman University for two years — years, he said, which were life-changing. He said the initial draw to Newman was sport and religion. “Newman had the two big things I was looking for; a men’s soccer team and they are a Catholic university.” What Jurgensmeyer didn’t expect was the connection he… Continue reading Newman student called to priesthood
Alumna Jenn Bowman promoted at HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division
After serving as the director of the HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division Transfer Center, alumna Jenn Bowman has been promoted to vice president of patient experience. Bowman has been a part of the HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division in Houston for two years and enjoys working for an organization that truly lives its mission and… Continue reading Alumna Jenn Bowman promoted at HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division
Newman security team prepares for students’ return to campus
Newman University Director of Security Morris “Mo” Floyd has a new team of officers. As of July 1, 2018, Newman has a two-year contract with Smart Security Inc. “They are a veteran-based company that comes in with experience, training and technology,” said Floyd. “They went through some transitions about five years ago and have improved… Continue reading Newman security team prepares for students’ return to campus
Alumnus premieres feature film at Newman
After six years in the making, Newman alumnus Andrew Regoli ’17 premiered his first feature film, “Tuition Hike,” July 14 in the De Mattias Performance Hall at Newman University. Living in a small apartment, two roommates, Steve (Caleb Howell ’18) and Jake (Paul “P.J.” Johnson), realize they must put an end to being broke and… Continue reading Alumnus premieres feature film at Newman
Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
Newman students Leanne Vastbinder and Courtney Klaus recently traveled to New York City to participate in the Reacting to the Past Eighteenth Annual Faculty Institute held at Barnard College. Reacting to the Past is a concept of learning in the form of games, which are set in a historical context during which the students are assigned roles… Continue reading Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
JoAnn Mark, ASC, returns to Newman
JoAnn Mark, ASC, Ed.D., returned to Newman University in April. She returns after serving as the executive director for the Partnership for Global Justice (PGJ), an international nongovernment organization with special consultative status to the United Nations. PGJ is headquartered in New York. Mark, who is now the institutional research assistant at Newman, has a long… Continue reading JoAnn Mark, ASC, returns to Newman
Lightning sparks career for Newman alumnus
Newman alumnus Billy Martin has been talking about lightning for years now, most recently presenting a webinar that focused on achieving FAA certification of aircraft fuel tanks and lightning protection. The webinar was one of many presentations and discussions he’s given on the subject — and he doesn’t plan on ending that anytime soon. “I… Continue reading Lightning sparks career for Newman alumnus
Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
Each year, the Newman University Staff Assembly executive committee hosts a silent auction to benefit a local charity. The committee votes on a different nonprofit organization to support each year, allowing the opportunity to help as many individuals in the community as possible. This year’s proceeds of $2,000 benefited a newer program — the Saint Francis… Continue reading Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) community has recently elected its new leadership team for the upcoming six-year term, 2018-2024. Sister Vicki Bergkamp, a business professor at Newman University, was selected as the new regional leader for the team, and two current and former members of Newman’s Board of Trustees were also elected… Continue reading New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
The 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) ended on a note of celebration Thursday, June 28, wrapping up another successful year of exploring STEM fields with high school sophomores through seniors. ISSP was created with high school students in mind with the purpose of creating a higher interest in the STEM fields, and motivating students through… Continue reading Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Alumna Rebekah Valentine has found a way to make a living by combining two of her loves — video gaming and writing. In May, Valentine landed a job with GamesIndustry.biz, the lead video gaming trade publication. After four years of freelance writing and editing across multiple gaming and tech sites, she is filling the role of… Continue reading Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Koch visits Newman during annual STEM camp
As part of the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP), 16 students conducted experiments with scientists from Koch Industries on Thursday, June 21. The experiments ranged from chromatography to using lycopodium for explosions. Typically, the ISSP students are bussed to Koch Industries to explore the labs there but due to a remodel, the students and scientists… Continue reading Koch visits Newman during annual STEM camp
Institutional Research is a resource built to benefit faculty and staff
Most, if not all, universities participate in institutional research — a practice which involves collecting and reporting information to government bodies, the public and various college guide publishers. With all that goes on behind the scenes to inform campus decision-making, Director of Institutional Research Lori Steiner sheds some light on the layers of work required… Continue reading Institutional Research is a resource built to benefit faculty and staff
Bachelor of Social Work program to officially start fall 2019
Newman University is adding a program to its more than 70 degrees — a Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSW).
Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
The Dugan-Gorges Conference Center was buzzing on the evening of June 21 during the inaugural ICT Spelling Bee — organized by and benefiting Dear Neighbor Ministries. Brenda Wasinger, director of development at Dear Neighbor Ministries, said Newman was a great fit for the event’s venue. The nonprofit is a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph to help… Continue reading Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
Wichita Gladiator Dash holds special meaning for one Newman alumna
The Wichita Gladiator Dash, which is organized by Newman University, has become one of the most anticipated and popular obstacle-course races in the city with nearly 900 participants registering for the big day. The 5k race raises much-needed funds for the Child Advocacy Center and Newman University athletics. This year’s event took place June 10… Continue reading Wichita Gladiator Dash holds special meaning for one Newman alumna
Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
At the start of her senior year, alumna Rachel Adducci “freaked out” because she had no idea what she wanted to do after graduation. One year later, she has been accepted into New York’s Hofstra University’s forensic linguistics master’s program to pursue her dream job. Adducci, who hails from small-town Atchison, Kansas, spent her years… Continue reading Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
A total of 13 seminarians from Wichita and surrounding states are taking an intensive Spanish program at Newman University this summer. The program is an intensive Spanish immersion comprising two levels of Spanish — one in June, and another in July — from 8 to 11:50 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Seminarians will also complete a… Continue reading 13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Newman student Tammy Nguyen decided she needed to step outside her box and take on a new challenge in order to grow personally and professionally. That is how she became involved in Miss Vietnam Wichita, a pageant that gives young Vietnamese-American women an opportunity to build leadership skills and confidence all while learning about their… Continue reading Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
The Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) has chosen Newman Associate Professor of Chemistry Ryan Huschka, Ph.D., to participate in the 2018 Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy. Huschka will represent Newman University in the second class of the academy. The KICA academy was developed to fill a gap in high-quality academic training opportunities in the community of… Continue reading Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
Incoming freshman is nearly finished writing his first novel
Incoming freshman Matthew Clark has plans to become a research oncologist, but first, he’s focusing on his other passion — English. He hopes to have his very first book off to the publishers in the coming months. His book is titled “Happily Hapless” and features Frederick Floyd, a sort of melancholic, socially awkward and anxious man… Continue reading Incoming freshman is nearly finished writing his first novel
Newman University welcomes new dean of students
Newman University officials have named Christine Schneikart-Luebbe its new dean of students effective Aug. 1, 2018.
Three ‘Young Achievers’ to attend Newman in the fall
Three brand new Jets were recognized in the Wichita Business Journal (WBJ) as 2018 Young Achievers due to their high level of involvement in and outside of their high school classroom. Two honorees, Shayla To and Gabrielle Altenor, are recipients of the prestigious Newman University Cardinal Newman Scholarship. Shanice Gitungo, who received a Newman University ASC Community Leader… Continue reading Three ‘Young Achievers’ to attend Newman in the fall
Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
After years of shuffling around textbooks, completing group projects and pulling all-nighters to finish research papers that should have been done long ago, the hard work of earning a college degree has finally paid off for the 2017-2018 Newman graduates. Some are off to continue more years of education, research projects and writing, but these… Continue reading Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
Spring 2018 Dean’s List recognizes student achievement
Newman University officials have released the 2018 spring semester Dean’s List.
MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Newman University will enter the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) beginning fall 2019 as an affiliate member — and the excitement is building. Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., has called for a task force, which consists of faculty, coaches and staff, to start the process of learning how to make a smooth transition. Task force… Continue reading MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Summer camp season is here
While Newman students generally vacate campus during the summer, students ranging from kindergarten to college enjoy summer camps of all varieties on campus. Camps for sports, music and academics are available. Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) June 18-29 Originally named the Investigative Summer Science Program, the Investigative Summer STEM Program is designed to provide students… Continue reading Summer camp season is here
A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
School may officially be out for the summer, but Newman University is continuing to provide an educational and enriching experience to young students from around the United States. Beginning June 18 and ending June 29, Newman is hosting the 29th annual Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) — an overnight camp for high school sophomores, juniors… Continue reading A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
Newman student interns at local district attorney’s office for the summer
Not only is Vincent Couto extremely involved on the Newman campus, he was also able to obtain an internship off-campus for the summer with the local district attorney’s office. Couto is an international student and is headed into his senior year as a sociology major with a minor in pre-law. He decided that Newman University was… Continue reading Newman student interns at local district attorney’s office for the summer
Alumnus assigned as Bishop Carroll chaplain
Alumnus Father Ed Herzog ’10, ’11, will fill the position of associate chaplain at Bishop Carroll Catholic High School (BCCHS) and parochial vicar at Christ the King Parish in Wichita, Kansas, beginning June 19. Herzog hails from New York and attended Newman University from 2007 to 2011. He received his bachelor’s degree in 2010 and… Continue reading Alumnus assigned as Bishop Carroll chaplain
Graduates reflect on commencement day
Part of the Newman University mission statement is to “empower graduates to transform society.” According to these graduates, the programs and opportunities provided by Newman do not disappoint in doing so. On Saturday, May 12, friends, family and fellow classmates gathered to celebrate the Newman Commencement ceremony. For the 2017-2018 academic year, a total of… Continue reading Graduates reflect on commencement day
Newman joins Project Wichita
Wichita is under construction — and not just the orange cone kind. Newman University is excited to be a part of Project Wichita, a collaborative 10-year vision and action plan designed to help shape a brighter and better future for the city. Newman is among many businesses, nonprofits and organizations who are partnering to make the… Continue reading Newman joins Project Wichita