Newman University is unique in many ways — the Traditions and Transitions (T & T) class is something that helps Newman stand out from the rest of the pack. This class is a required course for all incoming freshman and is taken during the first semester on campus. One of the many functions of the… Continue reading Traditions and Transitions class continue strong partnership with local organization
Newman University will be closed for the Christmas holiday
Newman University offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday beginning Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017. Have a safe and Merry Christmas — and a Happy New Year!
Lauren Fontarum joins Catholic Diocese in trip to Holy Land
Newman University Director of Student Activities Lauren Fontarum returned from a weeklong pilgrimage to the Holy Land on Dec. 8. She was one of more than 100 people from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, including Bishop Carl A. Kemme, to visit Israel’s significant Christian sites including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, and the Sea of Galilee among many others. According… Continue reading Lauren Fontarum joins Catholic Diocese in trip to Holy Land
Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 19 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the Fall 2016 Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 9 on the Newman campus. The event is a tradition in the nursing discipline that dates back more than 130 years in the United States. At Newman, the director of nursing places nursing… Continue reading Newman University honors Fall 2016 nursing degree candidates
Sloppy Joes for Breakfast … and Bingo
The Newman University community gathered on the evening of Dec. 4 for a Sloppy Joes breakfast. While many might argue that Sloppy Joes in the evening is not a breakfast, traditional breakfast items were served, so technically, sort of, it was indeed a breakfast. The Sloppy Joes is an improv group consisting of Newman University students.… Continue reading Sloppy Joes for Breakfast … and Bingo
Women’s Basketball – fire and ice in Alaska
The Newman University Women’s Basketball team is still thawing out from a bitter cold Thanksgiving. While the rest of us enjoyed a relatively warm weather during the holiday, the Lady Jets battled -13 degree weather in Fairbanks, Alaska, where they competed in the North Star Invitational from Nov. 24 through 26.
Newman 360Five: Christmas Door Decorating
In this week’s episode of Newman 360Five, the crew ventured around campus to check out beautifully decorated doors. We found some wicked fun decorations. A big “thank you” to all participants and Merry Christmas! Check out more videos on our Newman 360Five YouTube channel — and don’t forget to subscribe!
Life after a PTSD diagnosis: A Newman student’s journey
Moving your life forward after being diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a treacherous journey. One Newman University student is taking that journey day by day. James Stewart is a husband and father with a goal to help people and make a difference in others’ lives. He is married to Emily, and together they have… Continue reading Life after a PTSD diagnosis: A Newman student’s journey
Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends — and the Newman University Chorale felt right at home spending the holiday weekend with fellow classmates and other friends in New York City. The Newman Chorale had been invited to sing at Carnegie Hall. It wasn’t their first trip to the famous performance hall, but this… Continue reading Newman Chorale sings at Carnegie Hall
Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
On Dec. 5, 116 Newman University senior students turned out to show the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Fall 2016 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 at Newman.… Continue reading Scholars Day gives students an opportunity to shine
Newman 360Five: What we’re thankful for
Before the 360Five crew took some time off for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, they took a moment to reflect on why they are thankful, including friends, opportunities, teammates, and more. Hope you have much to be thankful for this weekend! Enjoy watching and don’t forget to subscribe and watch even more great episodes at our… Continue reading Newman 360Five: What we’re thankful for
‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer
A new program that honors people and businesses making a positive difference in Wichita is naming its community leadership award for longtime aviation advocate, philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer. The program, called “Difference Makers for Wichita Awards,” was created to celebrate people and organizations whose contributions and positive influence are improving the greater Wichita… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for philanthropist and community leader Russ Meyer
‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for the late Brian Bergkamp
A new program that honors community members making a positive difference is naming its student service award for the late seminarian Brian Bergkamp, who died last July while saving the life of Kristen Eck. The program, called “Difference Makers for Wichita Awards,” was launched in October 2016 to recognize and celebrate people and organizations whose contributions,… Continue reading ‘Difference Makers’ award to be named for the late Brian Bergkamp
Legislators learn about Newman at Nov. 30 luncheon
City, county and state legislators received a briefing on Newman University and a guided tour of new nursing and health science facilities at the Legislative Luncheon, held Nov. 30 on the Newman campus. The luncheon, hosted by Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. and the University Advancement Department, was held in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading Legislators learn about Newman at Nov. 30 luncheon
Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
On Nov. 13, the vibrant sight of performative art, the sound of instrumental music, and roughly 150 fascinated viewers filled the Miller Concert Hall at Wichita State University. Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art at Newman University, teamed up with the WSU Impulse Percussion Group to present “Shades of Enlightenment.” Scholl’s… Continue reading Laura Scholl presents performative drawings with WSU Percussion Group
Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Traditions and Transitions (T & T) is a required introductory class at Newman University that helps incoming students transition into college life. As part of the class, students partake in a large service project in order to help them understand the importance of community service. Last year, the Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies David… Continue reading Care packages for Guadalupe Clinic focus of class service project
Ralsten Tersol helps local news station investigate tobacco sales to minors
Newman University freshman student Ralsten Tersol recently assisted KSN’s Stephanie Bergmann and former Sedgwick County District Attorney Nola Folston with an investigation into tobacco sales at e-cig shops and convenience stores. Their mission: to see if the employees were asking for ID from customers who appeared to be 27 years of age or younger. Tersol… Continue reading Ralsten Tersol helps local news station investigate tobacco sales to minors
Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
It’s the most un-wonderful time of the year. Finals are coming up in December and you are probably stressing out — so don’t forget to take some time for yourself. Here are 10 ways to de-stress for finals. 1. Go swing dancing with the Swing Dancing Club! Did you know Newman has a Swing Dance… Continue reading Ten ways to help you de-stress during finals week
Artists reveal ‘Mystery Room’ at Final Friday event
Rather than viewing regular white gallery walls with a series of paintings from corner to corner, guests had the opportunity to walk through an exhibit filled with flowers, plants and foliage galore at the Final Friday event on Nov. 25 in the Steckline Gallery.
Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
The weather is starting to cool down, finals week is right around the corner and the fall sports season is coming to a close. Here is a look at just a few of the highlights from the 2016 fall season for Newman Jets Athletic teams.
‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
November has garnered the nickname “No Shave November,” meaning males do not shave their facial hair for the entirety of the month. This year, the Campus Activities Board has set up a contest with three categories to see who can grow the longest, the most unique, and the “George ‘Babyface’ Nelson” (little to no facial… Continue reading ‘No Shave November’ raises cancer awareness, promotes camaraderie
Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
The Newman University Music Department will present the Christmas Choral Concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4, in the Performance Hall located in the DeMattias Fine Arts Center. The concert, named “A Classic Christmas … Kind Of,” will include special guests, the Bishop Carroll Catholic High School Madrigals. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students, and free… Continue reading Newman University music program presents a classical and wacky Christmas concert
Projects across campus keep Bruce Sanderson and team busy
With all the facilities projects happening on campus, Director of Facilities Bruce Sanderson and his team stay busy from week to week. Here is just a quick look at some of the tasks that have been completed, are currently in progress and have yet to begin. Many renovations have been made to Eck Hall over… Continue reading Projects across campus keep Bruce Sanderson and team busy
Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
Every Friday, Newman University students celebrate their Jet pride in a comfortable, casual atmosphere with music, games, friends, and of course, free donuts and coffee. Director of Student Activities Lauren Fontarum said, “Since April, we’ve had an extraordinary amount of (students attend) Jet Friday, starting from our very first Friday of the fall. Jet Friday is technically… Continue reading Newman University students celebrate Jet Friday
360Five: Favorite spots on campus
Whether it be in the outdoor Marian Grotto, hanging out with the campus cats at the Mabee Dining Center or studying on a particular cushioned couch in Scooter’s, students and staff are bound to have a few favorite spots on campus. This week, the 360five team and special guest, Newman student Xime Name, are giving you a collaboration of a few of their beloved spots… Continue reading 360Five: Favorite spots on campus
Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
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