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
Frederking attends NODA Regional Conference
First Year Experience Graduate Assistant Jordan Frederking traveled on behalf of Newman University to Dallas, Texas, where she participated in the National Orientation Directors Association (NODA) Regional Conference March 3-5. NODA hosted graduate and undergraduate students from institutions throughout Kansas, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The conference was designed to focus on retention, transitions, and orientation among college campuses by not only… Continue reading Frederking attends NODA Regional Conference
Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
On Monday April 3, Newman Jets are cleared for takeoff for the 2017 Joyful Jet Day. Joyful Jet Day celebrates donors — alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of the university — who generously give to Newman University, making it stronger with every gift. Joyful Jet Day is important to raise awareness among our students that their tuition only… Continue reading Joyful Jet Day prepares for takeoff
Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
The Alumni Relations Department has partnered with Career Services to launch a series of events referred to as “Table Talks.” The talks are designed to not only allow Newman students the opportunity to talk to professionals who have graduated with their major, but also to bring back alumni to the university and allow them to reconnect with… Continue reading Alumni return for ‘Table Talks’ with Newman students
Top five reasons to attend the spring Career Fair
Dust off your best business attire and sharpen your resume with a razor blade. It’s time to prepare for the first chapter of your professional career. Newman University will host its annual Career Fair on Thursday, April 6, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center inside the Dugan Library. While there are… Continue reading Top five reasons to attend the spring Career Fair
Video: Bishop Gerber Science Center time-lapse update
Watch the construction unfold of the Bishop Gerber Science Center from a compilation of still photos from August 2016 through March 2017.
Joan Melzer selected as expert panel member for national nursing exam
The National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCSBN) has chosen Newman University Associate Professor of Nursing Joan Melzer, M.N., M.S. as a subject matter expert for a development panel. The panel is responsible for developing items for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). NCSBN, headquartered in Chicago, Ill., is responsible for developing… Continue reading Joan Melzer selected as expert panel member for national nursing exam
Spring Break photo contest
Planning on taking a road trip with friends over Spring Break? Heading to the lake? Catching some sun from the back patio? Newman University wants to know what you are doing over the break by hosting a casual photo contest. Upload your favorite Spring Break shots to either Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the hashtag #NUJetPride… Continue reading Spring Break photo contest
Students are reviving the NSLS Newman Chapter
Anyone walking around the Newman campus has more than likely noticed an increase in posters advertising live telecasts of well-known motivational speakers, famous actors and authors, and even a real estate tycoon. This boost in activity is due, in part, to Newman sophomore James Leggett, who has taken on the role of publicity chairperson for The National Society… Continue reading Students are reviving the NSLS Newman Chapter
Jennifer Gantz receives 2017 Chief Financial Officer award
Jennifer Gantz, the vice president for finance and administration at Newman University, is a recipient of the Wichita Business Journal 2017 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) award. An awards ceremony hosted by the Business Journal was held on March 9 at the Hyatt Regency Wichita. The 19 area recipients of the CFO award were invited to attend the luncheon… Continue reading Jennifer Gantz receives 2017 Chief Financial Officer award
‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
On Friday, March 31, the Newman University art program will host their monthly Final Friday exhibit in the Steckline Gallery with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Both the reception and admission to the gallery are free and open to the public.
Newman librarians are speaking up at conferences
Shhh! That’s what you’d expect from librarians, right? Well, not from Director of Library Services Steve Hamersky and Assistant Librarian Jeanette Parker who have been busy with different speaking engagements these past two semesters — and they’re not done talking yet! Hamersky and Parker both attended the Kansas Library Association (KLA) Annual Conference in October 2016 to give a… Continue reading Newman librarians are speaking up at conferences
Spring Break closings at Newman University
Spring Break week will be observed Monday, March 20 through Friday, March 24. There will be no classes during this time. Mass, confessions and adoration will not be held in St. John’s Chapel during Spring Break week. In addition, university offices will be closed on Friday, March 24. The Jets Softball team will play their scheduled… Continue reading Spring Break closings at Newman University
360Five: Capture the Flag — “Hunger Games” style
Check out this week’s episode of Newman 360Five promoting the Student Alumni Board’s capture the flag event! With a “Hunger Games” theme, some of our unfortunate actors landed on the “Fallen Tribute” list. Come out on April 1 to see if the odds are in your favor! Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five… Continue reading 360Five: Capture the Flag — “Hunger Games” style
Student Mary Cracraft saves grandmother’s life using skills learned in nursing program
Mary Cracraft is a third-semester nursing student at Newman University. During the 2016 Christmas break, she traveled to Blythdale, Mo., to spend time with her family. One night Cracraft felt a strong gut feeling to check up on her grandmother. The feeling was so strong she knew she could not ignore it.
Director of Athletics Victor Trilli inducted into Sheridan College Hall of Fame
Victor “Vic” Trilli, who is in his ninth year as the director of athletics at Newman University, was inducted into the Sheridan College Athletics Hall of Fame on Wednesday, Feb. 22. Trilli was nominated both for his playing prowess at Sheridan and his contribution to college athletics as a student-athlete, coach and administrator. He was… Continue reading Director of Athletics Victor Trilli inducted into Sheridan College Hall of Fame