Six years ago, an idea was put into play for the Newman University Theatre Department. The purpose is for all Newman University students, prospective students, faculty, staff, and alumni to join together for an impromptu event like no other. According to Director of Theatre Mark Mannette, “The 24-Hour Theatre Project is a high-adrenaline theatrical experience with… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents: the 24-Hour Theatre Project
History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
The Newman University History Department presents Erin Weber, author of “Lennon vs. McCartney: How Beatles History was Written and Re-Written,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public. The presentation will focus on a historical methods examination of one of the two Beatles songs… Continue reading History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
The Newman community prepares to celebrate rich history during Heritage Month
Newman University has a rich history, and every year students, staff, faculty, and alumni celebrate its founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month. The celebration takes place in February and honors the university’s namesake John Henry Cardinal Newman, and its founders the Adorers of the Blood of Christ. Events scheduled throughout the month will honor the… Continue reading The Newman community prepares to celebrate rich history during Heritage Month
Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health receives eight year reaccreditation for Radiologic Technology program
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology has awarded the Newman University School of Nursing and Allied Health a reaccreditation of eight years — the maximum amount of time given to a program. Receiving accreditation ensures the program and university uphold the highest standards. Students are assured they will receive the best education in… Continue reading Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health receives eight year reaccreditation for Radiologic Technology program
Feb. 15 Mission Talk will focus on the life of Marciana Heimerman, ASC
Director of Mission Effectiveness Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC will present her next Mission Talk at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 15 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center. This talk will focus on learning more about the namesake of the Heimerman Science Center, Marciana Heimerman, ASC. Rohrbach gives four Mission Talks each year that revolve around a theme. This year’s theme… Continue reading Feb. 15 Mission Talk will focus on the life of Marciana Heimerman, ASC
New ‘Flight Crew’ hopes to increase Jet spirit on campus
Newman University has a new way to spread some Jet spirit — the “Flight Crew.” The Crew is a new group on campus that will make regular appearances at games and other events. The main goal of the Flight Crew will be to increase student attendance at athletic games and also generate a higher level of… Continue reading New ‘Flight Crew’ hopes to increase Jet spirit on campus
March for Life emphasizes kindness, compassion
A group of Newman University students traveled to Washington, D.C., on Jan. 27 to participate in a peaceful demonstration designed to raise awareness of and promote an end to abortion. Normally the March for Life is held Jan. 22, but due to the Presidential Inauguration the date of the march was moved. Jan. 22 is a significant date… Continue reading March for Life emphasizes kindness, compassion
Newman financial aid team focuses on career growth, earning credentials
The Newman University Financial Aid staff is working hard on staying up to date on the topics and procedures that matter most to them. Director of Financial Aid Myra Pfannenstiel began her Newman career in the fall of 2016, and immediately began the process of getting her team on board with earning accreditation credentials. Earning the… Continue reading Newman financial aid team focuses on career growth, earning credentials
Career Connections event to offer ‘speed-networking’
The Newman University Career Services team is hosting a unique one-hour networking event beginning at 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 30 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. You’ve heard of speed-dating, right? Individuals sitting in their designated spots around a large room, ready to tell you all about themselves in a quick, one-minute summary. The buzzer… Continue reading Career Connections event to offer ‘speed-networking’
Newman University Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘The Miracle of Father Kapaun’ Feb. 16-19
The Newman University Theatre Department will present the world premier of the play “The Miracle of Father Kapaun.” The play will be performed at 8 p.m. on Feb. 16, 17 and 18, and at 2 p.m. on Feb. 19 in the Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on the Newman campus. Tickets… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department presents world premiere of ‘The Miracle of Father Kapaun’ Feb. 16-19
New MBA program in Colorado Springs to launch in March
A new MBA program offered by Newman University will launch in Colorado Springs, Colo., for MSW students and alumni on Monday, March 13, 2017. The online program will focus on providing the same high-quality MBA degree curricula that has traditionally been taught on the Newman campus for many years, according to Dean of School of Business Brett… Continue reading New MBA program in Colorado Springs to launch in March
Freshman Jets participate in Takeoff Leadership Retreat
A total of 39 freshman students filled four vans on Saturday, Jan. 21 and headed to Camp Tawakoni in Augusta, Kan., for the Takeoff Leadership Retreat. This 2017 Newman retreat is the second of an annual leadership experience designed to give freshman students the opportunity to learn about personal leadership skills and how to put… Continue reading Freshman Jets participate in Takeoff Leadership Retreat
Students give Newman University high marks on national survey
High school juniors and seniors looking for a college where they will be challenged to do their best work, have multiple opportunities to participate in service-learning activities, enjoy positive interactions with faculty and staff, and work with a diverse mix of fellow students in supportive learning communities may want to consider Newman University.
Alumnus JJ McGuigan hopes to help others through songwriting
JJ McGuigan was born in Wichita and graduated from Newman University in 2005 with a degree in Secondary Education. While at Newman he played basketball, which became an important part of his life. Before basketball, McGuigan received a drum set at age 13 which sparked his passion for music. He would come to find that basketball and music… Continue reading Alumnus JJ McGuigan hopes to help others through songwriting
Newman University students named to Deans List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Deans List for the fall semester of 2016. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and have attained a grade point average of 3.5 or better. View students named to the Deans List listed by state and hometown.
Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip
Adding a retreat component to an annual winter service trip was something new for Campus Ministry at Newman University. Newman Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Father John Fogliasso and Campus Ministry Administrative Assistant Monica Borger accompanied nine students on the trip, which took place Sunday, Jan. 8 through Saturday, Jan. 14. Each year, Campus Ministry gathers… Continue reading Campus Ministry helps Catholic Charities in Chicago during annual winter service trip
Newman University will present the LEAD Series with Diana Crook, M.D. Jan. 24
Newman University will present The LEAD Series with Diana Crook, M.D. at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The LEAD Series is a lecture series that was developed in 2014 by Director of Student Activities Lauren Fontarum. Each event features key leaders in the community. The theme for the 2016-17 academic year is “Women… Continue reading Newman University will present the LEAD Series with Diana Crook, M.D. Jan. 24
Last day to add or drop semester classes
For Newman University students, the last day to add or drop Spring 2017 semester classes is Friday, Jan. 27. Students wishing to make a change to their current schedule should talk to their advisors and pick up a form from the Registrar’s Office located in Sacred Heart Hall, Room 230. For more information, please contact the Registrar’s Office at… Continue reading Last day to add or drop semester classes
Heimerman time capsule contents revealed!
On Thursday, Jan. 5, construction workers began to remove the dedication plaque from the Heimerman Science Center, which will be replaced by the Bishop Gerber Science Center. A cylindrical object appeared behind the plaque and was believed to be a time capsule. When the object was fully removed from the wall on Jan. 6, it was confirmed… Continue reading Heimerman time capsule contents revealed!
Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors
A Jan. 2017 national survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) projects significant increases in starting salaries for 2017 social sciences and communication graduates. NACE predicts that employers will now pay a national average of $51,925 per year for fresh communication graduates starting in related professions – up 10 percent compared to last year’s projection. When it comes to… Continue reading Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors
Sarah Sanford will present ‘Lightfast’ during January’s Final Friday at Steckline Gallery
Artist Sarah Sanford loves exploring the physical nature of light. She has been photographing light for more than a decade, capturing its movement and reflective ways. Beginning Friday, Jan. 27, the Steckline Gallery at Newman University will be a temporary home for many of her prints during her show, “Lightfast.”
KAKE News covers story: Newman Jet Basketball brothers reunite
Updated – 3:28 p.m. (CST) Two Newman University basketball players were featured in a live video broadcast on KAKE News on Thursday, Jan. 12. Here is a summary from that broadcast: Brothers Daniel (senior) and Matthew (freshman) Green were never meant to play college basketball together. Daniel Green is Matthew’s older brother – by 5 years. Daniel had a… Continue reading KAKE News covers story: Newman Jet Basketball brothers reunite
Jan. 14 basketball games canceled
The women’s and men’s basketball games scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 14 against Lubbock Christian have been canceled due to weather. The make-up date for these games will be determined and announced at a later time.
Newman senior Diana Stanley to present papers at two major conferences
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley has been selected to present papers at two separate conferences during the spring semester.
Newman University meets $1 million Mabee Foundation ‘challenge’ grant for new science center
(Above: Newman Vice President for University Advancement J.V. Johnston announces to a crowd gathered in the Eck Hall lobby that the university has secured the grant and exceeded campaign goals.) Newman University officials announced that Facing Forward – A Campaign for Newman University designed to create a new science center, upgrade existing facilities and build the… Continue reading Newman University meets $1 million Mabee Foundation ‘challenge’ grant for new science center
LibGuides are helping students to conduct higher quality research
Dugan Library has recently added LibGuides, an online content management system created by Springshare, to their website for students to conduct higher quality research for their projects. Through LibGuides, students can be directed to resources such as books they can borrow from libraries and academic research articles that would normally be hard to find or even… Continue reading LibGuides are helping students to conduct higher quality research
Via Christi CEO Michael Mullins joins Newman University Board of Trustees
Newman University officials have announced that Michael L. Mullins has joined the university’s Board of Trustees, effective Jan. 1. Mullins is CEO and Kansas Ministry market leader for Via Christi Health, a member of Ascension. Mullins also serves as a senior vice president for Ascension Healthcare and has served in a variety of healthcare senior… Continue reading Via Christi CEO Michael Mullins joins Newman University Board of Trustees
Offices at Newman to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Newman Unversity will close on Monday, Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume and offices will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 17.
Free tutoring for Newman students is becoming more popular on campus
One of the perks of being a student at Newman University is free tutoring — and staff in the Academic Resource Center are noticing more and more students are taking advantage of the opportunity. Director of Academic Resource Center Case Bell said, “We work on getting the students to understand the importance of establishing a strong… Continue reading Free tutoring for Newman students is becoming more popular on campus
Newman University celebrates successful Facing Forward campaign with ‘Topping-Off’ ceremony
A large crowd consisting of the Newman University community along with local news media gathered inside Eck Hall Jan. 9, 2017 as Vice President for University Advancement J.V. Johnston took the stage. Johnston announced to the public that funds raised for the new Bishop Gerber Science Center on the Newman campus have exceeded the initial goal and… Continue reading Newman University celebrates successful Facing Forward campaign with ‘Topping-Off’ ceremony
Mysterious cylinder discovered in Heimerman Science Center
A construction crew began removing a dedication plaque from the exterior wall of the Heimerman Science Center on Thursday, Jan. 5. As they chiseled around the perimeter of the stone, a cylindrical object appeared behind the plaque. It appeared that the object may be a time capsule. If it is a time capsule, no one currently at Newman seems… Continue reading Mysterious cylinder discovered in Heimerman Science Center
Final Friday Jan. 27 at Newman Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lightfast’ prints by Sarah Sanford
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Lightfast” by Sarah Sanford as the fifth show of its 2016-2017 season. The exhibition of prints, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27, will be on display through Feb. 17. Both the reception and admission to the gallery are… Continue reading Final Friday Jan. 27 at Newman Steckline Gallery presents ‘Lightfast’ prints by Sarah Sanford
Help fight cancer alongside the Newman ‘Love Your Melon Campus Crew’
There are countless ways to join the fight against cancer — and students on the Newman University campus are showing the community how easy it is to help by forming the Newman Love Your Melon Campus Crew. Love Your Melon is a company founded in 2012 by two college students from St. Paul, Minn. Their initial goal was… Continue reading Help fight cancer alongside the Newman ‘Love Your Melon Campus Crew’
Get tickets now for the 2017 Athletics Hall of Fame Feb. 3-4
Four individuals and two teams will be honored at several events on the first weekend of February during celebrations for the 2017 Newman University Athletic Hall of Fame. Former Newman student-athletes Curtis Chenoweth, Stephanie (Huckaby) Lykins and Molly (Deering) Alvarez, booster Mike Rodee, the 1999-2000 Men’s Basketball Team and the 1997 Men’s Golf Team will… Continue reading Get tickets now for the 2017 Athletics Hall of Fame Feb. 3-4
Difference Makers ‘Quiet Hero’ Marcillene Dover advocates for KanCare expansion
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. The program will also award… Continue reading Difference Makers ‘Quiet Hero’ Marcillene Dover advocates for KanCare expansion
Newman University: 2016 year in review
From student accomplishments to athletic achievements, 2016 has given us many things to be thankful for. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from students, athletics, alumni and more.
From the darkest corners of Sacred Heart: Administrative Computing
Just about every movie that depicts an IT department seems to follow the same stereotype: basement dwellers, clusters of CAT-5 cable strewn out like spaghetti, and dark creaky hallways. In the case of Newman University Academic Computing, the team seems to embrace that stereotype. When a student is having trouble with email or a faculty member’s printer… Continue reading From the darkest corners of Sacred Heart: Administrative Computing
Mark Potter to retire after season
The surprising news broke Dec. 9. Longtime Men’s Head Basketball Coach Mark Potter will leave the Newman University sidelines following the completion of the current season.
Newman community members volunteer for Christmas service tradition
Close to 40 Newman University faculty, staff, students and alumni took part in a longstanding holiday tradition to bring toys and other goods to families and children in need – the Salvation Army Christmas Distribution. Members of the Newman community have volunteered for the distribution and participated in the accompanying Angel Tree Project for more than… Continue reading Newman community members volunteer for Christmas service tradition
Freshman Brooke Riley is a top finalist in nationwide singing contest
Newman freshman Brooke Riley loves to sing. Recently, she took her love of music to a new level by entering a contest sponsored by LG — and she was chosen from thousands as a top 10 finalist. Riley said it all started in October 2016 when a twitter post came through her feed mentioning a… Continue reading Freshman Brooke Riley is a top finalist in nationwide singing contest