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Newman University presents Broadway hit ‘Footloose’
Lights, camera and everybody cut footloose. Newman University music and theater department presents Broadway hit “Footloose” at 8 p.m. Nov. 16-18 and 2 p.m. Nov. 19. Newman’s Director of Music Deanne Zogleman will direct the show; Paul Graves is the music director. “Footloose” is the story of Ren McCormack (Corby Redington), a teenage boy from Chicago.… Continue reading Newman University presents Broadway hit ‘Footloose’
Resident assistants help keep students involved and connected
Being a resident assistant on a college campus is a job that requires more than just living in the dorms and keeping students in line. Along with other things, resident assistants (RAs) are required to host events for the students in their assigned residence hall to make sure they are staying involved and connected. Scott… Continue reading Resident assistants help keep students involved and connected
The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will present “Dirty Laundry and Other Stuff,” a portfolio by The Big Nasty Press featuring works by a dozen different artists. The exhibition will begin with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 24 and will be on display through Dec. 15. Both the reception… Continue reading The Big Nasty Press showcases at Steckline Gallery
Students, staff and faculty looking forward to Thanksgiving break
Thanksgiving break is a time to gather, eat and enjoy stress-free days off. Newman University offices will be closed and classes will not be held Nov 22-24 in observance of the holiday. Students, faculty and staff alike are looking forward to a few relaxing days. Some plan to travel, some are excited to see family… Continue reading Students, staff and faculty looking forward to Thanksgiving break
High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
High school students were recently invited to visit the Newman campus to give them a feel for what a future at the university might be like. The Newman University admissions team hosted a traditional “Preview Day” on Saturday, Nov. 4, which started with a light breakfast and welcome in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Each year,… Continue reading High school students visit Newman for ‘Preview Day’
Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
The Newman University men’s basketball team went head-to-head with Wichita State University on Monday, Nov. 6, in an exhibition game to raise money for hurricane relief. Proceeds from the game went to the American Red Cross to benefit recent hurricane victims. Newman Head Men’s Basketball Coach R.J. Allen said the game was not just about the… Continue reading Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
The multimillion-dollar building has been built and students and faculty alike are thrilled with the opportunities that the Bishop Gerber Science Center provides. The devices and tools in the science center give Newman student hands-on experience that can’t be found just anywhere. The chemistry department plans to finish off this eventful semester with even more… Continue reading Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 2
Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Last weekend, four Newman students traveled to Kansas City along with Board of Trustees president Larry Heck, Ph.D., to attend the triennial convention for Pi Gamma Mu. Pi Gamma Mu is the international honor society in social sciences and is directed by a board of trustees consisting of members from around the country. Students Rachel… Continue reading Pi Gamma Mu conference gives students new opportunity
Newman 360Five: The dreaded ‘freshman 15’
We all know how hard freshman year can be. This week, the 360Five crew gives us some helpful steps to losing the infamous “freshman 15!” (If you don’t know what that means…you’re very fortunate.) Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five YouTube channel — and don’t forget to subscribe!
Making a mindful city
A quiet revolution is in the works. When life feels like a blur, turn to mindful living practices to ground yourself, take a breath and slow down. The first of many intended monthly community conversations about mindful living practices was held Thursday evening in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. It was hosted by Wichita in Mind along… Continue reading Making a mindful city
Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
Daniel Bryan is the new director of alumni relations and annual giving coordinator at Newman University. “I’m excited just to be back and get to work on campus again because I loved it when I was here,” said Bryan, who graduated from Newman in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in theology. While Bryan was at Newman,… Continue reading Newman alumnus a perfect fit for University Advancement
NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
The National Society of Leadership and Success in conjunction with Career Services and Northwestern Mutual is hosting “Relevant Career Skills” featuring speaker Brett Andrews, Ph.D., dean of the Newman School of Business. The free event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the Dugan-Conference center. The evening will begin with a… Continue reading NSLS to host career skills talk with business dean Andrews
Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Associate Professor of the School of Education Max Frazier, Ph.D., who is also currently serving as interim director of the School of Education, will present at the faculty-sponsored Research and Refreshment on Nov. 14 in the Dugan Library. The event serves as a way for students, staff and faculty to hear about research that the… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., to present at Research and Refreshment
Best online MBA Program – No GMAT Required
Want to get your MBA but put off by other schools’ GMAT testing requirement? We believe your potential in our online MBA program can’t be communicated with one score. Because of this, the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is not required when you apply to Newman University’s online MBA program. While most business schools require… Continue reading Best online MBA Program – No GMAT Required
How to become a registered nurse
Becoming a registered nurse (RN) is a rewarding career path if you are interested in helping others. High earnings, job security and opportunities for advancement also make a nursing career desirable. This guide outlines the steps how to become a registered nurse, while also discussing the future outlook for those entering the nursing field. Learn… Continue reading How to become a registered nurse
Cool campus gigs
For some students, finding a job with a schedule that is flexible around their study time can be difficult. But Newman University offers plenty of job opportunities that allow students to create their own schedule. Below are five favorites that students say are the best work-study jobs to be found on campus. Student photographer in… Continue reading Cool campus gigs
Newman 360Five: Halloween on a budget
On this week’s episode, the crew explores some college budget costumes! Halloween may have already passed, but there is always time to start planning for next year! Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five YouTube channel — and don’t forget to subscribe!
Mission Talks continue with second chapter in Newman history
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, is leading the traditional Mission Talk series at Newman University, with her second talk of the four-part series at noon Wednesday, Nov. 8, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. This year, Rohrbach is focusing on separate chapters of time based on the four different names the university has been… Continue reading Mission Talks continue with second chapter in Newman history
Newman presents ‘Fall Classics’ orchestral concert
The annual fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, in the performance hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The orchestral group includes woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion and piano. Students of all majors gather together to use their musical talent to form the instrumental ensemble. The group meets… Continue reading Newman presents ‘Fall Classics’ orchestral concert
Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
The Early Childhood Education Program at Newman University is discovering new opportunities after building a recent partnership with Wichita public schools. In October, Assistant Professors of Education Sandy Bequette, Ed.D., and Cindy Louthan, Ph.D., met with Shannon Benoit, the executive director of curriculum and instruction for USD 259. They discussed opportunities to assist the school… Continue reading Newman Early Childhood Education Program partners with USD 259
Fr. Gile on Hatteberg’s People
Set your DVRs now for an episode of Hatteberg’s People on KPTS, November 9 at 7:00pm. Our own Fr. Gile is one of the subjects of the episode, filmed several years ago when Larry Hatteberg was visiting Rome during Fr. Gile’s time there. Tell your friends and family to tune in.
A spooky day for a blood drive
On Halloween, the American Red Cross organization drew the blood of 40 Newman community members, exceeding the Red Cross’ goal of 34. Jeffery Vaughn, director of the radiology technology program, has been helping organize American Red Cross blood drives for three years at Newman. There is a high need for blood in the community so Newman… Continue reading A spooky day for a blood drive
Sophisticated science at Newman — Part 1
The new, multimillion-dollar Bishop Gerber Science Center has new equipment and research projects happening behind every door.
Newman ranks high on College Scorecard
The College Scorecard rankings have come out and Newman is proud to show the numbers. The College Scorecard website gathers information from colleges across America and allows visitors to view and compare different universities in terms of financial aid, student debt, diversity, graduation rates and more. “The Scorecard reflects that Newman students consistently graduate at… Continue reading Newman ranks high on College Scorecard
Middle school students experience Newman
Middle schools in the Wichita area are sending their students to college campuses to plant the “college bug” early. Approximately 90 seventh-graders from Wilbur Middle School visited Newman on Oct. 24 for a tour. Wilbur Middle School seventh-grade teacher Kathy Rodriguez helped coordinate the visit. Rodriguez said, “I think any opportunity to get the kids… Continue reading Middle school students experience Newman
The Newman Scholars Program is growing
Newman University has offered its Hispanic and Native American Scholars programs for many years, giving high school students the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a collegiate setting. Recently, program directors added another opportunity to the lineup with the new STEM Scholars program, available for students interested in growing their STEM… Continue reading The Newman Scholars Program is growing
The School of Business gains a new faculty member
The Newman University School of Business recently welcomed new Assistant Professor of Strategic Intelligence Scott McIntosh. Strategic intelligence, according to McIntosh, is “the capability to take a significant amount of information and then to be able to separate the gems, package it up, and present it to senior decision-makers so that they can do things… Continue reading The School of Business gains a new faculty member
Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Newman alumnus Jason Prideaux is the founder of a new nonprofit in Wichita, Kansas — K12 Sports USA. He received a Bachelor of Science in accounting and management from Newman University in 2005. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in finance and leadership, which he received in 2016 from Oral Roberts University. Currently,… Continue reading Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Men’s basketball signs 11-year-old Julian Randle
On Friday evening, the Newman University men’s basketball team signed their youngest recruit ever.
Thanking educating partners in the community
Newman University faculty mingled with high school teachers during an annual banquet on Oct. 18 to say thank you for their collaboration and hard work as part of the university’s advanced standing program. Although showing gratitude is a large part of the evening, the event gives the Newman staff and faculty a chance to assess… Continue reading Thanking educating partners in the community
Newman 360Five: 3-Point Challenge
On this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, Jeff “Nobody” Jenkins and Jake Gyllenballer go head to head in a basketball 3-pointer challenge. Watch as these two fine athletes sweat through the rounds. Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five YouTube channel — and don’t forget to subscribe!
Pizza and politics: Town hall meeting 2017
The 2017 town hall meeting commenced at noon Oct. 18. The meeting began with pizza and ended with students saying “it went well.” The meeting was held as an opportunity for students to voice their concerns to the president’s cabinet as well as faculty and staff in attendance. Members of the cabinet in attendance were… Continue reading Pizza and politics: Town hall meeting 2017
Gold fever: Tracy McGarey goes digging
Tracy McGarey prefers to spend her vacation days in the mountains digging for gold. McGarey, executive assistant to the president at Newman, and her husband, Kevin, have been gold mining together for 16 years. She said, “It’s just the best way to get to spend a vacation. You get up in the morning and you… Continue reading Gold fever: Tracy McGarey goes digging
Leading bioethicist gives lecture at Newman University
The Gerber Institute hosted the Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D., who presented his talk “New Developments in the Biosciences and Bioethics” on Oct. 17 in the De Mattias Performance Hall at Newman University. Pacholczyk is currently the director of education at the National Catholic Bioethics Center in Philadelphia. He writes and speaks widely on bioethics and… Continue reading Leading bioethicist gives lecture at Newman University
Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
The fall phone-a-thon at Newman University is wrapping up after two weeks of raising money for the Newman Fund. Newman holds a traditional phone-a-thon each semester, during which students have an opportunity to work and earn money by calling potential supporters and collecting donations that help pay for student scholarships, fees and other student costs throughout… Continue reading Newman University wraps up fall phone-a-thon
‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
Career Services partnered with the criminal justice program to host “Table Talks,” an event during which criminal justice majors could ask questions of alumni who have the same degree and a successful career in the field. Director of Career Services Melody Head said, “We want to do as many majors as we can. This is… Continue reading ‘Table Talks’ gives criminal justice majors opportunity to discuss careers with alumni
Service is our middle name — Pope Francis Build 2017
At Newman University, service work is inherent.
‘Turning Point’: Photography exhibit at Final Friday
Steckline Gallery will showcase photographs by Wichita native Cary Conover at this month’s Final Friday exhibit. The exhibit, titled “Turning Point,” represents a shift in Conover’s journey as a photographer. He said that for many years he labeled himself a photographer but now identifies as an educator. He mentioned that for him photography and education are heavily… Continue reading ‘Turning Point’: Photography exhibit at Final Friday
Family fun to be had at the Trunk or Treat Carnival
Ghosts, goblins, and jack-o-lanterns — oh, my! Newman University is inviting the public once again to its annual Trunk or Treat Carnival. The event will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at the Wilkin’s Field parking lot. It is hosted by Student Life and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Walk from trunk… Continue reading Family fun to be had at the Trunk or Treat Carnival