Coelacanth (see-la-canth) and archaeopteryx (ark-ee-op-tricks) are words not often used in the everyday vocabulary. In fact, the latter of the two is extinct and the former is nearly extinct. A coelacanth is a 400 million-year-old prehistoric fish that still lives in the Indian Ocean today. Archaeopteryx derives from the ancient Greek (archaīos) meaning “ancient,” and… Continue reading Newman University publications showcase student and professional work
Newman alumna honored with papal knighthood for intellectual disability advocacy
Catherine (Curry) Mardon, 2007 Newman graduate, advocates for those with mental illnesses and disability, and young adults suffering from fetal alcohol syndrome. Mardon said her time at Newman was positive and “the professors were top notch, and really instilled in me a hunger for social justice.” After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry,… Continue reading Newman alumna honored with papal knighthood for intellectual disability advocacy
R.J. Allen named Heartland Coach of the Year
The game of basketball is nothing new for Head Men’s Basketball Coach R.J. Allen. For six years, Allen held the position of assistant men’s basketball coach at Newman. The 2017-18 season is Allen’s first as head coach. This year has proven great challenges and great successes for Allen and his team. One of the greatest… Continue reading R.J. Allen named Heartland Coach of the Year
Potential Jets visit campus for the weekend
During Newman University’s recent annual Accepted Student Day, students accepted to Newman had the opportunity to speak to faculty and students, tour campus and get a glimpse into how they might fit in at the university. A total of 60 accepted students and their families attended the special day Saturday, March 3, but the festivities… Continue reading Potential Jets visit campus for the weekend
Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Newman University welcomed 34 high school seniors who have been accepted for the 2018-19 academic year who are applying for either the Cardinal Newman Scholarship or the nursing direct admittance program. Both opportunities are available to students who show a high level of academic success along with demonstrating a love for community service. The day… Continue reading Future students participate in scholarship and nursing program interviews
Student Kedzie Hopkins forms unique relationship with host family in Guatemala
Last summer, sophomore Kedzie Hopkins embarked on the Newman Guatemala Study and Serve trip with Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager and a group of students. She returned with much more than just a story to tell. Bontrager said, “I believe that all members of the Guatemala Study and Serve program open their hearts to… Continue reading Student Kedzie Hopkins forms unique relationship with host family in Guatemala
Sloppy Joe Improv — it takes hard work to be this funny
As the old saying goes, “The more you laugh, the longer you live.” Well, thanks to the Newman University Sloppy Joe Improv group, life can be extended by several years. Based on the popular improv television show, “Whose Line is it Anyway?” the Sloppy Joes play improv games and act out short skits that make their… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Improv — it takes hard work to be this funny
Gerber Institute hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ featuring Guadalupe Clinic nursing director
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies “Lunch and Learn” series brings the Newman students, faculty, staff and community together for the sake of learning and good fellowship with one another. The March presentation, “May Your Work be Offered as a Prayer,” features Jane McGuire, director of nursing at the Guadalupe Clinic. The Lunch and Learn… Continue reading Gerber Institute hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ featuring Guadalupe Clinic nursing director
Bishop Gerber sculpture arrives at Newman University
A forklift containing a nearly 400-pound sculpture was seen driving across the Newman University campus on the afternoon of Feb. 26. The much-anticipated sculpture was that of Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber, the namesake of the university’s newest building, the Bishop Gerber Science Center. When talk of the sculpture began more than a year ago,… Continue reading Bishop Gerber sculpture arrives at Newman University
Newman University Theatre Department presents ‘The Dog in the Manger’
The Newman University Theatre Department is preparing for their next big production — Lope de Vega’s “The Dog in the Manger” (El Perro del Hortelano). The performances will take place at 8 p.m. March 1-3 and 2 p.m. March 4 in the De Mattias Performance Hall. Tickets are $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents ‘The Dog in the Manger’
Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
R.J. Allen came to Newman as the assistant men’s basketball coach in 2011. When he was named the new head men’s basketball coach in April 2017, he had one thing on his mind — continuing the great work former Coach Mark Potter had been doing. “One of the things I want to make sure we… Continue reading Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
Newman alumna featured by Catholic Diocese of Dodge City
Newman alumna Jamie Harrington was featured in an advertisement in the Southwest Kansas Catholic magazine during Catholic Schools Week. The magazine is published by the Catholic Diocese of Dodge City. Tim Wenzl, communications liaison at the Diocese said, “We highlight a Catholic educator who received their degree from Newman’s Western Center during Catholic Schools Week.”… Continue reading Newman alumna featured by Catholic Diocese of Dodge City
Community members are celebrated for ‘Making a Difference’
The second annual Difference Makers of Wichita Awards Banquet was held Feb. 24, 2018 at Newman University.
Archie Macias – Cardinal Newman Medal Recipient – 2018
The Cardinal Newman Medal is considered the university’s highest honor. The 2018 awardee is alumnus and long-time friend, Archie Macias.
Newman University Honored by Phi Theta Kappa
Newman University will soon be accepted on Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll list for 2018. According to Phi Theta Kappa’s website, the list recognizes baccalaureate degree-granting institutions who “honor excellence and success in community college transfer pathway development.” Phi Theta Kappa itself is an honor society for two-year institutions, like community and junior colleges,… Continue reading Newman University Honored by Phi Theta Kappa
Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events
Interim Director of the School of Education and Associate Professor Max Frazier was invited to two significant events in the month of February — the Jardine Film Festival and the Kansas Exemplary Educators Network (KEEN) conference in Topeka. Jardine Stem and Career Explorations Academy presented the Jardine film festival Feb. 13. Frazier was invited by seventh… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events
Nursing students attend legislative conference
Director of Nursing Teresa Vetter accompanied seven nursing students to the 42nd Annual Kansas State Nursing Association (KSNA) Legislative Conference in Topeka this year.
Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Alumna Crista Switzer ’12, helps people of all ages — with a special focus on the elderly and helping them understand technology with ease. The goals of abcd TECH, her one-woman business, include “simplifying your technology: setting up Wi-Fi, cell phones, computers, and more. Our goal is to remove the stress from technology enabling you… Continue reading Alumna Crista Switzer aids elderly with technology business
Time For tea
High tea at Newman University is a long loved tradition by many. The tea is lovely and the finger foods are delightful, but those two components are not what keeps the tradition of high tea alive. High tea is traditionally practiced in England. Newman celebrates it because John Henry Cardinal Newman, who was from England,… Continue reading Time For tea
Homily celebrates Newman namesake
Below is the Cardinal Newman Mass homily as delivered by Father John Fogliasso, university chaplain, Feb. 21, 2018. Welcome to the annual Cardinal Newman Mass. It is great to see so many students, staff, faculty and members of administration coming together to pray for this community, as well as to reflect upon what we might… Continue reading Homily celebrates Newman namesake
Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
Having technology issues? No problem. Meet Adam Sawyer, the new help desk and classroom technology coordinator. He may be recognizable due to the fact that he is a December 2017 Newman graduate. The transition from student to staff is one he thinks he will enjoy and said, “speaking to more of the staff will be nice.” Sawyer… Continue reading Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Ten local individuals and businesses will be honored for their service to the community at the “Difference Makers for Wichita” awards banquet to be held Feb. 24 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus. The Difference Makers for Wichita awards program was launched in 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences of… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers for Wichita’ to honor 10 service-minded individuals
Kevin Bryant finds success in the classroom and on the court
Graduate student Kevin Bryant is in his fourth year of basketball at Newman University. Last semester he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in management information systems and he is now in his first semester of the MBA program at Newman. Bryant was born in Ulm, Germany. His father is a U.S. citizen and his mother… Continue reading Kevin Bryant finds success in the classroom and on the court
Christian philosopher James K.A. Smith to speak on ‘Resident Aliens: The City of God in a Secular Age’
Christian philosopher and speaker James K.A. Smith will be at Newman University from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 23 and 24, in the Jabara Flexible Theater located in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The colloquium, titled “Resident Aliens: The City of God in a Secular Age,” is a result of the first-time partnership… Continue reading Christian philosopher James K.A. Smith to speak on ‘Resident Aliens: The City of God in a Secular Age’
Steckline presents art by Kevin P. Kelly at Final Friday exhibit
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “Taco Bell Interior” featuring art by Kevin P. Kelly. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 23 and will be on display through March 23. Both the reception and admission to the gallery are free and open to the… Continue reading Steckline presents art by Kevin P. Kelly at Final Friday exhibit
Dr. Suzanne Berg was more than just a communication professor
A favorite advisor, professor and friend of many passed away last week, at just 36 years old. While I could attempt to muster up words to give Dr. Suzanne Berg the credit she deserves for being the passionate, intellectual, joyful, empowering, compassionate, spunky, stylish, beautiful and quirky woman she is, I’d rather let her words… Continue reading Dr. Suzanne Berg was more than just a communication professor
‘It’s not you, it’s them’ – micro aggression and unconscious bias panel
The Diversity program will host a panel about facing microaggression and unconscious bias on Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 5-8 p.m. in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A microaggression is a statement, action or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group such as a racial or ethnic… Continue reading ‘It’s not you, it’s them’ – micro aggression and unconscious bias panel
Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
At Newman University, students are prepared to transform society. Since Sarah Balderas graduated from Newman in 2015, she has been making her way through Washburn Law School, many internships and has had a big impact on the lives of her clients. She has been involved in public service and immigration law through her internships and… Continue reading Alumna Sarah Balderas makes big impact in immigration law
Guadalupe Clinic partnership beneficial for all
Newman University students have been volunteering at the Guadalupe Clinic for many years. Nursing students play a big role in patient care at the clinic and Spanish speaking students play an important role in translating at the clinic. The Guadalupe Clinic is a part of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita. It is a unique, donation-based… Continue reading Guadalupe Clinic partnership beneficial for all
Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
“I was more of a quiet folk in high school. I was involved in a couple things like music, but the idea of having any leadership role was kind of far-fetched to me when I first came to Newman. I think I really found myself here.” Meet junior Claire Setter — a biology pre-med major with… Continue reading Dynamic student Claire Setter gets the most out of her college experience
Little heroes with lots of heart
Newman University partnered with Wichita’s Littlest Heroes (WLH) Saturday, Feb. 10, to provide a fun day for children who are battling a life-threatening medical condition. The athletic department hosted a free breakfast and free basketball and cheerleading clinics for the little heroes and their families. The WLH organization was founded in 2014 with the goal of… Continue reading Little heroes with lots of heart
Homecoming Week at Newman University
Newman University celebrated Homecoming Week from Feb. 5 -10 with a week’s worth of fun, entertainment and Jet spirit. Each year in February, Jet pride is felt all around campus as students celebrate together. Newman’s Got Talent It all started with the Newman’s Got Talent contest Monday night in the De Mattias Performance Hall. Singers,… Continue reading Homecoming Week at Newman University
Newman University to compete in the MIAA as associate member in 2019-20
Newman University has accepted an invitation from the Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) to participate as an associate member in all 14 NCAA sports the university sponsors beginning in the 2019-20 academic year. Associate membership will provide all of Newman’s NCAA athletic programs with a full regular-season conference schedule, as well as opportunities to qualify… Continue reading Newman University to compete in the MIAA as associate member in 2019-20
Newman Jets softball team looks forward to solid season
Softball season started last week for the Newman Jets and continues through May. Head Softball Coach Janice Esses is hard at work conditioning her team to build upon the successes of last season. She said the goals she has laid out for the team this year are to return to the post-conference tournament and to compete… Continue reading Newman Jets softball team looks forward to solid season
Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
Junior Kevin Clack recently began an internship with KSN-TV — a local news station in Wichita. Clack, who hails from Seguin, Texas, is a communication major with minors in Spanish and journalism. He is currently the treasurer of the Student Government Association, plays on the men’s tennis team and is the sports editor for the… Continue reading Student Kevin Clack receives internship opportunity with KSN
The intriguing history behind the Feast Day of St. Maria De Mattias
Feb. 4 is the Feast Day of Saint Maria De Mattias — the founder of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). According to the history of ASC, “Maria De Mattias was proclaimed a saint by Pope John Paul II at St. Peter’s in Rome on May 18, 2003.” Feast Days find their beginning… Continue reading The intriguing history behind the Feast Day of St. Maria De Mattias
Newman community remembers Suzanne V.L. Berg, Ph.D.
On Tuesday morning, the Newman community received the news that Assistant Professor of Communication Suzanne V.L. Berg, Ph.D., had died unexpectedly.
A day of tradition and tea
High tea is a cherished tradition that has become a part of the year that Newman University staff, student, and faculty look forward to each year. It has been a highlight of Cardinal Newman Week since its inception during the mid-1980s. In an article written by Gabby Loxterman and Charlotte Rohrback, ASC, it was explained… Continue reading A day of tradition and tea
Professional baseball player joins Newman coaching staff
Lack of experience is no issue for the newest member of the Newman baseball coaching staff. Mike Pelfrey played professional baseball for 12 years before returning to his hometown of Wichita. Pelfrey graduated from Wichita Heights in 2002 and attended Wichita State University where he pitched for the Shockers for three seasons. Pelfrey was drafted… Continue reading Professional baseball player joins Newman coaching staff
Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories
Once upon a time, there was a fascinating woman who loved to tell stories. She’d read aloud from books, raising and lowering her voice as the story dictated, switching voices as the characters changed. Sometimes she’d recite stories from memory – folk tales, ghost stories, historical stories and more – exciting her audiences with gestures… Continue reading Everyday Hero: Jean Pouncil-Burton – Telling stories