Daniel Nwosu Jr. says he is creating art. And 50,000 people agree. Nwosu was born in Ottawa, Canada, and is currently attending Newman University to play basketball and study communication. He has been creating spoken-word poetic pieces for the past 10 months, and has been passionate about basketball for the past 10 years. He is an artist and… Continue reading Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Eight members of the Campus Activities Board recently returned from the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) conference in Arlington, Texas. According to the association’s website, the NACA is “the recognized leader in higher education providing knowledge, ideas and resources for campus life. We provide our members with programs and events focusing on student and professional… Continue reading Campus Activities Board members return from National Association for Campus Activities conference in Texas
Newman University to close for Thanksgiving break
Newman University will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving break. No classes will be held and offices will be closed. Normal operations will resume on Monday, Nov. 28.
SGA President Hibah Ullah values diversity, family culture
Biochemistry pre-med major Hibah Ullah wants to make a difference on campus during her time as a Newman student. Being president of the Student Government Association (SGA) was important for Ullah. So important, she planned her class schedule around it. She said she has high hopes for making a difference in a variety of ways. As… Continue reading SGA President Hibah Ullah values diversity, family culture
National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
National Vocation Awareness Week is Nov. 6 – 12. According to the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops.org, the week “is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for… Continue reading National Vocation Awareness Week highlights Newman adjunct and ASC candidate Kristen Forgotch
One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
Newman University will present a Final Friday interactive performance entitled “Mystery Room” by Wichita artists Hallie Linnebur and Meghan Miller. The opening reception will begin at 5 p.m. and will last until 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25 in the Steckline Gallery. Linnebur and Miller are two friends based in Wichita who specialize in the creation… Continue reading One-of-a-kind interactive Final Friday exhibit to take place on Nov. 25
‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Academic Student Support Services and ASC Community Leader Scholars teamed up for a special project to benefit our military members by writing letters and notes of encouragement to veterans. Students had many different opportunities to create a greeting of their own. Tables were set up at different locations and times, and volunteers encouraged passers-by to stop… Continue reading ‘A Million Thanks’ service project helps say thank you to our military
Beata Benefactors Banquet shows thanks to those who give
The Newman University Advancement Department organized the annual Beata Benefactors Banquet to thank and honor those who have supported Newman University throughout the year. The event took place on Saturday, Nov. 5 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Mark your calendars! The November Mission Talk presented by Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, Ph.D. will take place at noon Wednesday, Nov. 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The location for the talk has been changed because of the number of people wanting to attend. “I have been giving Mission Talks for every year that I… Continue reading November Mission Talk will focus on two historic ASC members
Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
After hours spent collecting, driving, sorting, labeling and making phone calls, senior Bailey McGuffey and her team of volunteers distributed Halloween costumes to underprivileged children at the Lord’s Diner as part of her senior capstone project. McGuffey reached out to the Newman community and the Kapaun Mt. Carmel, Bishop Carroll and Cheney High Schools to… Continue reading Costume drive gives less fortunate children a happier halloween
‘Tobacco Free Jets’ lunch and learn educates students and faculty on upcoming policy
The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted a lunch-and-learn with the “Tobacco Free Jets” group on Monday, Nov. 7 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event was free and open to the student and faculty body. According to the flyer, the Tobacco Free Jets “is a group of students, who want to ensure a safe and… Continue reading ‘Tobacco Free Jets’ lunch and learn educates students and faculty on upcoming policy
Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
The fall orchestral concert will be presented at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 in 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 on Tuesday… Continue reading Fall ‘classics’ orchestral concert Nov. 20
Newman 360Five: Baseball in Costume
The 360Five team heads out to the baseball fields at Newman University to check out the “hit-a-thon”. The goal is to see how many home runs the guys can hit while dressed in their best Halloween costumes. Check it out! Enjoy watching and don’t forget to subscribe and watch even more great episodes at our Newman… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Baseball in Costume
Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department will present the world premiere of the play “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara Flexible Theatre located in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on Nov. 10, 11, and 12 at 8 p.m. with a special matinee show on… Continue reading Newman Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Newman University magazine now available online
After several months of gathering story ideas, photographing events and writing and proofreading, the Office of University Advancement has completed the fall 2016 issue of the Newman University Magazine — now available online. “In previous versions, the magazine has been a newsletter in hard copy format. However, many people enjoy reading online because of the… Continue reading Newman University magazine now available online
Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman will hold its third annual Veterans Day Mass on Friday, Nov. 11 at 12:05 p.m. in St. John’s Chapel. The Mass will honor those who have served in the United States armed forces. University Chaplain Father John Fogliasso will give a special blessing for all current veterans. The Mass will conclude with the prayer… Continue reading Veterans Day Mass to be held Nov. 11
Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
The School of Social Work will hold a Kansas Law and Mental Health Forensics workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. It is co-sponsored by the Newman School of Social Work, the Institute for Kansas Forensic Examiners (IKFE), several local law firms, and the Oklahoma Psychological Association. Assistant Professor… Continue reading Newman University holds Kansas law and mental health forensics conference
John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Assistant Professor of Education John Burke is no stranger to academia. He has been teaching education courses at Newman University since 2012, has been a Superintendent for 32 years — currently at USD 261, Haysville, Kan. — and was a high school social studies teacher before that. Recently, Burke was invited by the Education Advisory… Continue reading John Burke participates in Education Advisory Board roundtable session
Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, the people of the United States will be given a voice on who our next president will be. Are you ready to vote? Newman University will host some activities around campus leading up to election day in an effort to motivate students to vote and to gain more insight on the candidates. The Humanities… Continue reading Activities on upcoming election help students get motivated and involved
Eck family and auto dealerships pledge $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced that the university has received a $100,000 pledge from Les and Pam Eck and the four auto dealerships owned by the Ecks in support of the new science and healthcare facility on the Newman campus and for student scholarships.
Daylight saving time: coming to a clock near you
That time of the year has finally rolled back around — 2016 daylight saving time officially ends at 2 a.m. this Sunday, Nov. 6. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour if you wish to take advantage of an extra hour for studying, a power nap, or “treat yo self” time. With unending piles… Continue reading Daylight saving time: coming to a clock near you
Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus
If you decorate it, they will come — and thus a new tradition for Newman University was born. A multitude of student groups decorated the trunks of their vehicles for the campus’ first ever Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 27. The Division of Student Life at Newman organized the event as a community service… Continue reading Trunk or Treat brings superheroes, royalty and wild animals to campus
Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
The Newman University Theatre Department presents “Premature Burial,” written by Director of Theatre Mark Taylor Mannette. The play will be presented in the Jabara Flexible Theatre located in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on Nov. 10, 11, and 12 at 8 p.m. with a special matinee show on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2 p.m. The… Continue reading Newman Theatre presents Mark Taylor Mannette’s ‘Premature Burial’ Nov. 10-13
Newman 360Five: Halloween and Fall Fun
The 360five crew interviewed students and staff around campus to get the 411 on Newman fall favorites. So grab your pumpkin-colored blanket, pumpkin pie and pumpkin latte, and settle in for some fall flavor! Enjoy watching and don’t forget to subscribe and watch even more great episodes at our Newman 360Five YouTube channel!
Board Games Club brings together students and raises money for charity
Among the medical, political, spiritual, and artistic clubs on the Newman University campus resides a club that is simply fun and games. The Board Games Club meets from 7 to 11 p.m., every other Thursday, in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. According to the campus clubs page on the university’s website, the club “is… Continue reading Board Games Club brings together students and raises money for charity
Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Newman University has a wide variety of clubs available to students, ranging from Swing Dance Club to the Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO). What many club members often do not consider is how much time and work goes into planning for each club event throughout the course of a semester. Thursday, Oct. 26, marked the… Continue reading Club Presidents’ Council Meeting allows clubs to share ideas, collaborate
Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Newman University officials announced today that The Riverside Health Foundation of Wichita has awarded a grant of $100,000 to Newman University in support of new and renovated healthcare and science facilities on the Newman campus. The grant was made to the $30 million Facing Forward – A Campaign for Newman University fundraising plan to improve… Continue reading Riverside Health Foundation awards $100K to Newman University for new science facility
Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
The Newman campus was full of eager runners and walkers at the 2nd Annual Halloween 5K Walk/Run on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 26. The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) organized the community-wide event in order to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Foundation. This event is the largest of many fundraising events that SAAC plans to host… Continue reading Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
It isn’t long into their high school careers that students start to receive letters from colleges about financial aid. For many parents and students, the entire process – determining which grants and loans they are eligible for, obtaining a tax return and transcript and filling out the necessary paperwork – can be extremely stressful, especially… Continue reading Kristen English to give financial aid presentation at Kapaun Mt. Carmel
Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art, is collaborating with Wichita State University’s (WSU) Impulse Percussion Group. This collaboration takes advantage of her digital art and computer graphics specialty in lighting with live percussive music to create a moving, pulsing work of fine art. The concert will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday,… Continue reading Graphic design professor Laura Scholl blends light and music with WSU Impulse Percussion
Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
A group of students that help make up the Newman University Medical Professionals Club participated in a casual gathering of Newman medical professional alumni on Monday, Oct. 25 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. The theme of the evening’s event was job shadowing; what types of shadowing are available and best practices on landing a… Continue reading Newman University Medical Professions Club invites alumni to talk with students
Wichita Difference Makers recognizes first Quiet Hero
The Difference Makers for Wichita Awards program was launched in October to recognize and celebrate community members for making a positive difference. Each month, individuals who do not seek recognition but rather are inspired through an unwavering commitment to the day-to-day service of others will be honored as a Quiet Hero.
Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
Newman University Campus Ministry will welcome Catholic singer and songwriter Sarah Kroger at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2 in St. John’s Chapel, where she will perform her new song, ‘This is my Story” among other selections. “‘This is my Story’ is a song about claiming God’s story for us,” Kroger writes in her blog. “We… Continue reading Campus Ministry presents Sarah Kroger in concert
‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
The Dugan Library will host “Research and Refreshments” from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This event will feature Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf, Ph.D. as he talks about his research, “Tools of righteousness: God’s plan for our bodies,” from his Spring 2016 sabbatical. The research project… Continue reading ‘Research and Refreshments’ features Associate Professor of Theology Joshua Papsdorf Ph.D.
Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
If you are asking yourself, “What is there to do on such a small campus?” — you’re in for a big surprise! In this episode of Newman 360Five, the team shows you a small peek of the activities and programs recently held at NU. The episode also shows you a few people doing cool things… Continue reading Newman 360Five: So you think there’s nothing to do?
Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
The University Advancement Department at Newman University is looking for students to work at the upcoming Annual Giving phone-a-thon. Unlike previous phone-a-thons, students will be paid for their work calling Newman alumni to solicit donations. Call Team Members will receive $10 an hour, while Call Team Captains will receive $11.50 per hour. Students must be available… Continue reading Paid student positions now available for upcoming phone-a-thon
Daughters of the Immaculata want to provide fellowship and faith to women on campus
“We are a group of Catholic women dedicated to nurturing relationships with Christ through the practice of prayer, formation, fellowship and service as demonstrated by Mary, the immaculate Mother of God.” That is the mission statement of the newest women’s group on campus, the Daughters of the Immaculata.
Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
The Newman University Campus Ministry office held its annual fall retreat at Camp Tawakoni in Wichita on Friday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 16. The purpose of the retreat was to combine service and fellowship to bring students closer to each other and their faith. A total of 18 Newman students participated in the retreat and also helped with a Habitat… Continue reading Ministry retreat offers a time of fellowship and community service
Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
There comes a time each year when the Newman community misses its alumni a little too much. This is why the Alumni Relations office organizes athletic alumni reunions – events that invite Newman graduates of specific sports to return to campus for a social get-together, food and games. Head Baseball Coach Zane Ehling and Head… Continue reading Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect
Newman University Career Services organized and held the Fall Job/Internship Fair for students on Tuesday, Oct. 11 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A total of 26 businesses participated by setting up booths and talking with students about future careers. Director of Career Services and Cooperative Education Melody Head wanted students to have the opportunity to network… Continue reading Job and internship fair gives Newman students a chance to connect