The 2017 spring commencement ceremonies took place at Central Community Church on Saturday, May 13 with hundreds of graduates, along with their families and friends, in attendance. During the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony, which took place at 10 a.m., two distinguished speakers approached the lectern to deliver inspirational speeches to the graduates. Associate Professor of Criminal Justice… Continue reading Featured speakers at Commencement provide inspiration for graduates
Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) pinning ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 13 in the DeMattias Performance Hall, followed by a reception in the Gorges Atrium. The ceremony honored the completion of coursework and the beginning of two professional internships for students in the program. Students will receive their degrees in December 2017 upon completion… Continue reading Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
After announcements are sent out, classes are finished and grades are finally posted — all that is left for soon-to-be-graduates to do is receive a diploma while looking fine in the traditional cap and gown. Unless, of course, they decide to spruce things up with a personalized cap to top it all off. Saturday, May… Continue reading Newman graduates get crafty with their caps
Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Chair of the Newman University Board of Trustees Linda S. Davison is set to complete her third and final term of service in September 2017. At this time, current Vice-Chair Teresa Hall Bartels will assume the role as chair at the beginning of the next term. Davison, formerly the vice-chair, took on the role of chair due to… Continue reading Board chair Linda Davison leaves behind a list of high accomplishments
Spring 2017 Commencement ceremonies honor Newman University graduates
Hundreds gathered at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kan. on Saturday, May 13 during two separate ceremonies to honor the 2017 spring graduates during this year’s commencement ceremonies.
Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
The Spring 2017 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 12, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends along with Newman board members, faculty and staff. The Mass was celebrated by the Most Rev. Carl A. Kemme, bishop of the Diocese of Wichita,… Continue reading Baccalaureate Mass 2017: Inspirational messages
Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Newman University honored 18 nursing degree graduates during a long-standing traditional Nurses’ Pinning ceremony on Friday, May 12. Today, the pins received by graduating nursing students represent the school where the professional received their education. Director of Nursing Teresa Vetter, M.S.N. said during the ceremony, “The pin the graduates will receive tonight was designed by the… Continue reading Traditional ceremony recognizes 2017 spring nursing degree graduates
Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman University honored 29 students at a celebration banquet on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center to recognize the students from around Wichita who participated in the Hispanic Scholars Program (NHSP) and the Native American Scholars Program (NNASP). Participating students meet once per week for 15 weeks on the Newman campus, and… Continue reading Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Jill Fort, Ph.D. along with 12 Newman University students will be joining Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. on his bi-annual trip to Europe this May. They will visit six cities in 20 days, and will also be taking a side trip to Budapest where they will visit Newman University alumnus… Continue reading Students and professors prepare for ‘Europe By Rail’
Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Wichita native and Newman University graduate student Rachel Greene is set to receive The League of Women Voters (LWV) Sandra Day O’Connor Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year. “I was thrilled,” Greene said in regards to the announcement. “I know that scholarships can be hard to come by at the graduate level. It was a huge… Continue reading Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Graduating senior Amanda Krook is using her leadership skills and personal experiences to pursue the path she is most passionate for — diagnostic medical sonography. Krook kicked off her college career at Cowley Community College in Ark City, Kan. where she was involved with Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), which is the world’s largest and most… Continue reading Senior Amanda Krook pursues passion in diagnostic medical sonography
Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Two Newman faculty members are retiring after lengthy service at the university. A special retirement reception was held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, to honor Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic Technology Janie Ward, and Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy and Director of Occupational Therapy Clint Stucky. Both have been at Newman for a long time — Ward for… Continue reading Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Saturday marked the 2nd Annual Maria Awards, a ceremony that recognizes student actors, tech, and the various productions the Newman Theatre Department has presented throughout the 2016-2017 academic year. The Maria’s, a play on the Oscars (Academy Awards), is named for Adorer of the Blood of Christ foundress, St. Maria De Mattias. The event was… Continue reading Newman Theatre Club hosts 2nd Annual Maria Awards
Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
On May 5, more than 120 Newman University senior students showed the Newman community the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Spring 2017 Scholars Day. Scholars Day, which is held at the end of the fall and spring semesters, is the culmination of students’ research or creative work during their time… Continue reading Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman University will stage a number of events May 12 and 13 to celebrate Fall 2016, Spring 2017, and Summer 2017 Graduates. Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies taking place on Saturday, May 13 will be available to view live online.
Two Newman University sports figures inducted into Wichita Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017
The Wichita Sports Hall of Fame inducted two Newman University staff members into the Class of 2017 at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at Hillside Christian Church. One was recently retired Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Potter. Potter coached the Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School men’s basketball team for five years and coached… Continue reading Two Newman University sports figures inducted into Wichita Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017
Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Student-athletes at Newman University have been recognized on the all-conference and all-region levels consistently over the course of each athletic season, but recognition on the national level is stretched sparingly. This season, however, at least six Newman University student-athletes have a shot at national honors from the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). Since 1952, CoSIDA has sponsored… Continue reading Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
The atrium in the Dugan Library was home to a student-created art exhibit over the course of April 24-28, 2017. The exhibit, titled “The Future of Syria,” included the work of five students who crafted pieces of art designed to depict the current hot topic of the conflicts evolving in Syria. The honors section of the Comparative… Continue reading Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
The First Year Experience (FYE) Leaders are a group of students that are dedicated to enhancing the first-year experience for our students. They serve as resources for guests and students during registration days, facilitate small groups during orientation, and they will help students in the fall. “Previously, this group was known as Orientation Leaders, and that… Continue reading First Year Experience Leaders introduce Newman to new freshman students
Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
An annual conference for “Reacting to the Past,” an innovative teaching method, will be hosted July 12 to 15 at Newman University. Associate Professor of History and Chair of the Humanities Division Kelly McFall, Ph.D., who is on the board of game developers, volunteered the university to host the conference. “Reacting to the Past” consists… Continue reading Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
Student-athletes attend third annual Jetspys Awards Banquet
On Sunday, April 30, Newman student-athletes and the entire Newman Athletic Department gathered to celebrate the third annual Jetspys event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference center.
Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
The anticipation of moving forward after graduating high school can be a time of excitement, nervousness and navigating the unknown. But for the students attending Newman beginning Fall 2017, the Admissions team has them covered. The first of four registration days scheduled at Newman University was held on Friday, April 28. Students from all over… Continue reading Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
The Newman University bi-annual Scholars Day will take place for degree-seeking students beginning at 9 a.m. Friday, May 5, for a jam-packed day of more than 100 presentations in the course of just three hours. This is the final requirement for a student’s graduation and is part of the Newman Studies Program curriculum, which was… Continue reading Students prepare for bi-annual Scholars Day event
The 360five team takes on the Jetspys
This Sunday marks the day that all Newman athletics teams have waited for — the day when individuals will be awarded for their sports accomplishments of the 2016-2017 season. The 360Five team may not be made up entirely of sports people, but this week they honed their skills and toned their muscles to show all you… Continue reading The 360five team takes on the Jetspys
Reading the online NU Magazine is kind of like time travel
The Spring 2017 Newman University Magazine covers several topics in regard to the university’s recent rebranding. To the University Relations Department, it seemed like an appropriate time to coordinate a redesign of the online version of the magazine that fit the new branding. The Newman University Magazine features a completely custom designed template. The new template features… Continue reading Reading the online NU Magazine is kind of like time travel
New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
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