In December 2016, Director of the Graduate Education Program and Assistant Professor of Education Gina Marx, was elected Vice President/President Elect of the International Coach Federation Heartland Chapter forKansas/Missouri. According to the federation’s website it “is the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high standards, providing independent certification and building a… Continue reading New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
Newman University recognizes outstanding individual in the Financial Aid Department
The Department of Financial Aid at Newman University is made up of amazing individuals who have helped incoming students throughout the years in countless ways. Among these individuals is Director of Financial Aid Myra Pfannenstiel, whose hard work and willingness to go above and beyond was recognized when she was awarded the Deborah Byers Outstanding Service Award on April 13,… Continue reading Newman University recognizes outstanding individual in the Financial Aid Department
Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
Martina Viale is a freshman student at Newman University. She is originally from a small town in Italy — Borgarello. She is attending Newman while being sponsored by Go Campus, an organization affiliated with Mondo Insieme that partners with countries from around the globe to give students the opportunity to study abroad. Viale has a big dream.… Continue reading Freshman Martina Viale comes to Newman with a big dream and a plan
‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
By Amy Geiszler-Jones Editor’s Note: Newman University is a co-sponsor of the Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program that was launched in October 2016 to celebrate the contributions and positive influences of individuals and organizations that have made a significant difference in the Wichita community. The program also honors “Quiet Heroes” each month. Quiet Heroes are individuals who… Continue reading ‘Quiet Hero’ brought Coffee with a Cop to Wichita
Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson creates unique restaurant app for Wichitans
It’s the question we’ve all asked someone at some point in our lives — “Where do you want to go for dinner?” Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson is creating an app to help us solve that ever-so-common dilemma. Feest is a free app that will soon be available to download on all platforms of smart devices. Hanson… Continue reading Newman alumnus Lucas Hanson creates unique restaurant app for Wichitans
Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
This summer, Newman University is offering 20 affordable workshops for teachers who are looking to earn their Continuing Education credits for re-licensure. Registration is open as of April 3, 2017. The 2017 summer workshop offerings include: Resume Writing Rock your Brick and Mortar Classroom with Digital Media The Mindful Teacher: Living Your Best You Brushing… Continue reading Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Editor’s Note: The following story by Christopher Riggs appeared in the April 21 edition of The Catholic Advance. Published here by permission. St. Joseph Parish to host seminarians who will study at Newman Diocesan seminarians will soon be in a closer relationship with their bishop in the first two years of their formation. Starting in the… Continue reading Diocese opens doors to a seminarian formation program
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Banquet
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2017 Academic Honors and Awards Banquet, held April 19 on the Newman campus.
Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Newman alumna Christy Foos felt it was time to open a counseling center of her own after she saw a need for mental health therapists in South Central Kansas. The center provides services such as addiction and substance abuse assessments; addiction, trauma and grief counseling; group therapy and other counseling services. The services she provides… Continue reading Newman alumna Christy Foos opens counseling center in Hutchinson
Newman SGA has their new president and vice president
Diversity, progress, and service. These are important focus points for the newly elected, President Vivian Hoang and Vice President Marisa-Nicole Zayat, of Newman University. The Newman Student Government Association (SGA) elections were held last week bringing in new members with the drive to make a difference within the Newman community. Vice President Zayat has had… Continue reading Newman SGA has their new president and vice president
Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
The Newman University Music Department will present its spring musical “Peace, Love and Music” Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29. The musical will be performed at 7:30 p.m. each evening in Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on the Newman campus at 3100 McCormick. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present its spring musical
Newman CAB prepares for the annual Spring Fling
The Newman Campus Activities Board (CAB) is hosting its annual Spring Fling from 2 to 5 p.m on Saturday, April 22. The event will take place on the plaza located on the south side of De Mattias Fine Arts Center directly in front of the Gorges Atrium. The Spring Fling is free and open to… Continue reading Newman CAB prepares for the annual Spring Fling
Outdoor Adoration to be held on April 30
Newman Campus Ministry is once again hosting an Outdoor Adoration for the community to attend. The event will take place at 8 p.m. on Sunday, April 30 at the Newman Marian Grotto. The evening will begin with Mass at 7 p.m. in St. John’s Chapel and the Outdoor Adoration will follow. Newman Chaplain and Director… Continue reading Outdoor Adoration to be held on April 30
Newman University awards $1.35 million in top scholarships to area high school students
Fifteen high school senior students have been selected to receive the two top scholarships from Newman University. The combined estimated value of the 15 scholarships is more that $1,349,600. Thirteen of the students are in the Wichita area, one is from Kansas City, Kan., and one is from Owasso, Okla. Four students were awarded a… Continue reading Newman University awards $1.35 million in top scholarships to area high school students
Annual Silent Auction to be held Friday, April 21 will benefit Starkey
The Staff Assembly of Newman University is happy to announce the 17th annual Silent Auction, to be held on Friday, April 21, 2017. The auction will take place in Mabee Dining Center from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. There will be a door prize drawing every half hour beginning at 11:30 a.m. — (door prize… Continue reading Annual Silent Auction to be held Friday, April 21 will benefit Starkey
The Vantage student newspaper wins All-Kansas award in Kansas Collegiate Journalism
On April 8 and 9, members of The Vantage, the student newspaper of Newman University, attended the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference at the Drury Plaza Hotel in downtown Wichita. Approximately 200 student writers from colleges across Kansas gathered and witnessed the Vantage newspaper receive the 2017 All-Kansas award in Kansas Collegiate Journalism as well… Continue reading The Vantage student newspaper wins All-Kansas award in Kansas Collegiate Journalism
Newman 360Five: Do you have a special talent?
Then Newman CAB will be holding a Talent Show on Wednesday, April 19 at 7 p.m. in the De Mattias Performance Hall. So in honor of that event, the 360Five crew rounded up some talent of their own. Check out this sneak peek of Newman talent, and be sure to come out to the real… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Do you have a special talent?
Steckline Gallery presents paintings by Mark Flickinger at April 28 Final Friday
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present paintings by Mark Flickinger in the exhibit “Meditations and Iterations: A Search for the Sublime in the North American Landscape,” as its last Final Friday event of the 2016-2017 season. The exhibit, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 28, will… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents paintings by Mark Flickinger at April 28 Final Friday
First annual ‘Academic Awards Banquet’ to honor students April 19
Newman University will honor the best, brightest, and most committed students at the first annual Academic Awards Banquet, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center, hosted by faculty and Student Affairs. Students receiving an award are encouraged to RSVP and may bring two guests: the event is open for all to attend… Continue reading First annual ‘Academic Awards Banquet’ to honor students April 19
SGA debate gives candidates a chance to talk about platforms
The Newman Student Government Association (SGA) is an important component of campus. The members of the SGA represent the voices of all Newman students, advocating for their concerns and passing along their needs to faculty and administration. An SGA 2017-2018 presidential and vice presidential debate was held in the Mabee Dining Center on Wednesday, April 12.… Continue reading SGA debate gives candidates a chance to talk about platforms
R. J. Allen is perfect fit for Newman University basketball post
When the person responsible for bringing back and shepherding a high-profile college sports program for nearly a generation leaves, the challenge to find a proper replacement is formidable. For Newman University Director of Athletics and Vice President for Student Affairs Vic Trilli, the biggest test might just have been having the courage and the confidence to… Continue reading R. J. Allen is perfect fit for Newman University basketball post
Highway 54 Career Fair brings more than 150 students seeking future opportunities
The annual Highway 54 Career Fair, co-sponsored by Newman University and Friends University, took place on Thursday, April 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center at Newman University. Approximately 150 Newman and Friends students registered for the event and 65 businesses signed up for a booth. Director of Career Services & Cooperative Education Melody Head said they saw… Continue reading Highway 54 Career Fair brings more than 150 students seeking future opportunities
Easter schedule at Newman University
The Newman University campus will observe Good Friday and Easter Monday; therefore, classes will not be in session Friday, April 14 through Monday, April 17. Normal class schedules will resume on Tuesday, April 18. In addition, university offices will be closed on Friday, April 14, and will reopen on Monday, April 17. Faculty and staff… Continue reading Easter schedule at Newman University
Treasures of Newman University find a new home
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley works with the treasures of Newman University and is also helping with the archive’s move to its new home in the basement of Sacred Heart Hall. Stanley explained that the archives “moved for a couple of different reasons. First, our archives are outgrowing this space. If you had… Continue reading Treasures of Newman University find a new home
18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
The Newman University 18th annual Literary Festival is set to kick off on Thursday, April 20, 2017, with an opening keynote address by Dr. Tiffany Stern. Stern is the Chair of Shakespeare and Early Modern Literature at Royal Holloway University of London, a title that runs in conjunction with this year’s Shakespeare theme.
Newman Athletics announces new men’s basketball head coach
R.J. Allen has been selected the next men’s basketball coach at Newman University, Athletic Director Vic Trilli announced Thursday, April 6.
Final Mission Talk of the year focuses on a past Sacred Heart College president
On Wednesday, April 5, 2017, Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC gave the final 2016-17 academic year’s Mission Talk to an audience of more than 60 individuals. The presentation was titled, “The Gorges Decade,” and included a virtual tour of the Gorges Atrium, named for Sister Sylvia Gorges. The name of the presentation refers to the 10 years that Gorges… Continue reading Final Mission Talk of the year focuses on a past Sacred Heart College president
Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Every year, Newman University recognizes Joyful Jet Day, a day in which students celebrate the kindness of donors who give their support to the university. Tuition only covers about 90 percent of what it costs to educate students at Newman for one full academic year. The other 10 percent is funded by the generous donors — alumni,… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day gives students a chance to celebrate and thank donors
Spring orchestral concert will feature memorable Broadway show tunes
The spring orchestral concert “On With the Show!” will be presented at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 9 in the Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The concert is free and open to the public. The orchestral group includes woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, and piano. Twenty-two students of all majors gather together… Continue reading Spring orchestral concert will feature memorable Broadway show tunes
Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Almost 130 Newman University scholarship donors, student scholarship recipients and guests gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus Monday, April 3 for the 2017 Scholarship Luncheon. The annual event is designed to give scholarship recipients and their respective scholarship donors an opportunity to meet, enjoy lunch and get to know each other.… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
On Saturday, April 1, the Newman University campus was filled with high school juniors and their families who were interested in exploring the opportunities it has to offer during Junior Open House. The event is an annual occurrence, with this year’s attendance numbers being much higher than previous years. Director of Undergraduate Admissions Kristen English said… Continue reading Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
Newman 360Five: The Flight Crew shows us true spirit
On this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, we are joined by members of the Newman Flight Crew who show us what school spirit is all about! If you have what it takes, our video shares how to join next year’s crew. Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five YouTube channel — and don’t forget… Continue reading Newman 360Five: The Flight Crew shows us true spirit
Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “As You Like It” by William Shakespeare in the Jabara Flexible Theatre April 6, 7, 8 at 8 p.m and on April 9 at 2 p.m. “As You Like It” is a pastoral comedy that follows its heroine Rosalind as she flees persecution in her uncle’s court with her cousin Celia… Continue reading Newman University Theatre presents ‘As You Like It’ Shakespearean comedy April 6-9
Winners announced: Spring Break photo contest
Before the Spring Break, Newman University announced a photo contest to encourage students to get away from school and work craziness by sharing what they did during the break, using the hashtag #NUJetLife. All the photos were awesome, so it was a hard choice. And the winners are… 1st Place Winner ($25 NU Bookstore Gift Certificate) Andrea Wheeler… Continue reading Winners announced: Spring Break photo contest
Residence life coordinator travels to San Antonio for conference
Universities are not designed to keep students bound to them by books and term papers forever. There comes a point when students must submit their final assignment, toss on their cap and gown, and walk across a stage to receive the diploma they have paid for by not only monetary means, but mental and emotional… Continue reading Residence life coordinator travels to San Antonio for conference
Mission Talk to cover ‘The Gorges Decade’
Newman University Director of Mission Effectiveness and Archives Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC invites all students, faculty and staff to the next Mission Talk, “The Gorges Decade,” which will begin at noon on Wednesday, April 5, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. “The Gorges Decade” references Sylvia Gorges, ASC, who was president of Sacred Heart College from June 2,… Continue reading Mission Talk to cover ‘The Gorges Decade’
Alumni Department has exciting events in store for spring and summer
The Newman University Alumni Relations Department has many upcoming events planned, according to Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving Sarah Strole and Annual Giving Coordinator Brielle Dunham. The first event coming up is at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 1, in which all faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in an all-campus event. The current… Continue reading Alumni Department has exciting events in store for spring and summer
Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
Several Newman University alumni and students have recently accepted district superintendent positions and will begin their new roles this summer. Wichita Public School District 259 announced in February that Alicia Thompson ’97, currently the assistant superintendent of USD 259, will take on the role of superintendent as of July 1. Thompson said her journey with the… Continue reading Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
David Burkus is first to speak at the Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business launched its Distinguished Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 28 with a keynote presented by David Burkus.
ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success
Freshman Regan Casey came out as the winner of the ASC Collect the Deck game. Casey collected 33 unique cards out of a 52 card deck. ASC Vocations Director Lori Benge presented Casey with a $200 Visa gift card at a celebratory pizza party on March 15. Collect the Deck was an ASC Vocations initiative… Continue reading ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success