After attending a workshop at Holy Cross College in South Indiana, Newman University history major Diana Stanley worked alongside Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) Vocations Director Lori Benge and ASC Communication Assistant Miranda Caulkins on a special project as part of a challenge by the National Religious Vocations Conference. Their job was to identify… Continue reading Game aims to strengthen student relationships with ASC
Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Every year the Newman University Traditions and Transitions class perform a service project in order to give back to the Wichita community. Traditions and Transitions – on campus known as T&T -is a class designed for incoming freshman that helps ease the transition between high school and college, while at the same time assimilating new students into… Continue reading Helping children is focus of fall T&T service project
Western Kansas outreach program is helping Amandria Hartnett change her future
Amandria Hartnett said she always knew she would go back and get her G.E.D., but she never dreamed she would get her associate’s degree, or, with the support and encouragement of her family, friends and instructors, be on her way to standing in front of her very own classroom. But Hartnett said it wasn’t easy,… Continue reading Western Kansas outreach program is helping Amandria Hartnett change her future
Steckline Gallery prepares for the 2016-17 season
August 26 and the Final Friday Art Crawl in Wichita kicks off another exciting year for Steckline Gallery on the Newman University campus. Each year, artists from across the country ask to hold a show at Newman. Associate Professor of Art and Director of Visual Arts Mary Werner, who runs the gallery located in the De Mattias Fine… Continue reading Steckline Gallery prepares for the 2016-17 season
Keynote speaker Bill Cordes tells students: YOGOWYPI
The weekend of Aug. 19 was an important one for new students to Newman University. During the two-day event, called Jet Days, students participated in team building activities, attended their first of many Traditions and Transitions classes, and heard some important messages to help them be successful their first year at Newman. One of those messages came… Continue reading Keynote speaker Bill Cordes tells students: YOGOWYPI
Upcoming athletic events for Newman University
Newman University NCAA Division II sports is going into its ninth year. According to David Rung, Newman sports information director, the past 2015-2016 season was the athletics division’s most successful year yet, and they’re hoping for this year to be even more successful. Newman has 18 different sports, 11 of which will begin this coming… Continue reading Upcoming athletic events for Newman University
Jet Days 2016 brings new students to campus for fun and inspiration
The annual Jet Days orientation for new students was once again the highlight for many. Hundreds of new students participated in the event-filled weekend, meeting their new classmates, touring campus, learning about transitioning to college life and just having fun.
Student move-in marks beginning of fall semester
New freshman students at Newman University got their first taste of college life on Friday, Aug. 19 when they moved into Carrocci Hall, the residence hall designated for incoming freshman students. All freshman and sophomore students are required to live on campus, unless they live with their parents in Wichita or are married. For many… Continue reading Student move-in marks beginning of fall semester
Theology Professor Writes On Parenting and Ferris Bueller
A short essay by Dr. Joshua Papsdorf, Director of the Graduate Program in Theology, recently appeared on the Catholic website Aleteia.org.
Sarah Strole joins Newman University as director of Alumni Relations, Annual Giving
Newman University officials have announced that Sarah Strole has been named director of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, effective Aug. 1, 2016. In her role at Newman, Strole will oversee all aspects of Alumni Relations, including fundraising, event planning, alumni engagement and related duties. She will also oversee the university’s Annual Giving efforts, which support… Continue reading Sarah Strole joins Newman University as director of Alumni Relations, Annual Giving
Final Friday Aug. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Subject Matters’ acrylic paintings by Tara Hufford Walker
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Subject Matters” by Tara Hufford Walker as the first show of its 2016-2017 season. The exhibit of acrylic paintings, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 26, will be on display through Sept. 23. Both the reception and admission to… Continue reading Final Friday Aug. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Subject Matters’ acrylic paintings by Tara Hufford Walker
Getting ready for a new semester at Newman
Even though a few online graduate courses have already started, the new semester officially begins on Saturday, Aug. 20, with weekday classes starting Monday, Aug. 22. After a summer of less-than-normal activity around campus, many departments have been working hard to prepare for the new school year. Campus safety is something that Director of Security… Continue reading Getting ready for a new semester at Newman
Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
The 32nd Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction took place on Sunday and Monday, Aug. 7, 8, respectively. Sunday night’s Kickoff Party and auction were as successful as ever. Big prizes included a golf cart (which went for over $4,500 and was the biggest-grossing item) and a pair of weeklong condo rentals… Continue reading Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
Jet Days 2016 welcomes Newman students
The hot summer temperature outside easily allows many of us to forget that another year of Jet Life is just around the corner. For others, the first day of college is a magical experience. Moving into residence halls, meeting classmates for the first time, and family farewells are just a few memories hundreds of students… Continue reading Jet Days 2016 welcomes Newman students
Students return from World Youth Day trips across Europe
Newman students Kylie Werth and Anthony Hamersky recently returned from separate trips to attend World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, and though both ended their trip at the same destination they took different paths to get there. World Youth Day is an encounter with the Pope for young people across the world, which is typically celebrated… Continue reading Students return from World Youth Day trips across Europe
Devin Smith will take the lead in diversity programming at Newman
Devin Smith, a newly hired graduate assistant, will focus on diversity programming in the Student Affairs Department, said Dean of Students Levi Esses. “What Devin’s going to be specifically doing is to look at minority students and try to plan and promote cultural awareness programming and multiculturalism on campus,” he said. Esses said the new… Continue reading Devin Smith will take the lead in diversity programming at Newman
Student Life team gathers for training and fun
The fall semester buzz is all around campus and the team of Resident Assistants (RA’s), Orientation Leaders and other staff in the Student Life department are getting their “teamwork” on. A dinner on Monday, Aug. 8 held in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center kicked off their adventure. Staff and students met to pick up their gear… Continue reading Student Life team gathers for training and fun
Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
As part of the renovations and upgrades in Eck Hall, Newman is getting all new hospital beds and bedside tables for the nursing lab area. This meant that the old beds and tables would no longer be used by the program. Associate Professor of Nursing at Newman University Amy Siple, M.S.N. immediately saw an opportunity to give… Continue reading Amy Siple finds new homes for used hospital beds
Fall enrollment deadline is fast approaching
If you haven’t enrolled yet, now is the time! Classes began on campus Aug. 20, and there is still time to sign up. Regular enrollment will be available until Aug. 28, and late registration will be available from Aug. 29 through Sept. 2 with a $100 late fee. Enrollment is easy. Visit our website for more information or simply enroll… Continue reading Fall enrollment deadline is fast approaching
Game created by recent Newman graduate is garnering attention
Newman University alumna Emily Simon ’16, who recently graduated with a double major in English and history, was an honors student, wrote for the student newspaper The Vantage, and won the Joyce Suellentrop Prize for Distinguished Scholarship in History two years in row.
Theology Program Potluck with Dr. Matthew Levering
Students, alumni and friends of the Theology program are invited to join us for a potluck on Tuesday, August 9th, at 6:00pm here on campus. We will be meeting in the Alumni Lounge of Dugan Library and will be joined by Dr. Matthew Levering, who will be on campus presenting for a faculty symposium. Dr.… Continue reading Theology Program Potluck with Dr. Matthew Levering
Theology Program at Midwest Catholic Family Conference
This will be our second year with a table at the Midwest Catholic Family Conference in Wichita on Friday, August 5th through Sunday, August 7th. If you are planning on attending the conference please drop by and say hello. We will have information available on the graduate program and a couple book drawings going on.… Continue reading Theology Program at Midwest Catholic Family Conference
Legacy Bank gifts $100K to Newman for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
Newman University has received a $100,000 gift from Legacy Bank of Colwich, Sedgwick and Wichita to support the renovation and upgrading of existing nursing educational facilities and the building of a new, technologically advanced science and health sciences educational facility on the Newman campus in Wichita. Newman University had been raising funds for these facilities… Continue reading Legacy Bank gifts $100K to Newman for new science, nursing, health sciences facilities
Terrie Cox Pauly is the new coordinator of Colorado Springs MSW site
The Colorado Springs MSW Distance Education site has a new coordinator, and she’s no stranger to the Newman University community. Terrie Cox Pauly had worked for the Colorado Springs location for eight years before moving on to another organization. During her three-year absence, she still felt drawn to Newman, she said. So when she saw this role… Continue reading Terrie Cox Pauly is the new coordinator of Colorado Springs MSW site
There’s something for everyone in 2016 fall events
Summer may be almost over but the fun is just beginning. The fall semester is jam packed with many exciting events. From large musical and theatre productions, to academic lectures, to NCAA athletic games, there is something for everyone. Check out the campus calendar at http://news.newmanu.edu/calendar for student events, the academic calendar, theatre events, Campus Ministry… Continue reading There’s something for everyone in 2016 fall events
2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships
Newman University will host the 32nd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament Aug. 7 and 8. The golf tournament is designed to raise funds for the Athletic Department, and gives Newman supporters an opportunity to come together and compete in a friendly game of golf. The tournament will be held over the… Continue reading 2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships
The Wichita Business Journal honors three Health Care Heroes from Newman
Each year, the Wichita Business Journal features its list of Health Care Heroes as a way to honor companies, individuals and organizations for contributions they have made to help improve health care in Wichita and the surrounding area.
Communication major Delaney Hiegert spends her summer writing
Delaney Hiegert is looking forward to getting her junior year at Newman University started. She has a whole new set of skills that she will be bringing to the table as she begins her role as editor in chief of the university newspaper, The Vantage. Hiegert wanted to spend her summer learning more about journalism… Continue reading Communication major Delaney Hiegert spends her summer writing
Newman alumnus Florian Temengil makes his second trip to the Olympics
Newman University alumnus Florian Skilang Temengil is headed to the Olympic Games for the second time. Temengil graduated from Newman in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sonography. While at Newman, Temengil competed in heavyweight freestyle wrestling and helped the Newman Wrestling Team secure a second-place national finish in 2008. Temengil’s first trip to… Continue reading Newman alumnus Florian Temengil makes his second trip to the Olympics
Newman student follows her faith in mission work
Linnea Ristow is pursuing her dream at Newman University as a pre-med student, but is realizing her dream as a mission worker in Uganda this summer. She has wanted to do this type of work since early childhood. At the age of 12, she organized an art auction to raise money for the organization Empower a Child… Continue reading Newman student follows her faith in mission work
Anthony Hamersky to travel Poland in search of ancestry and to embrace culture
Newman University sophomore Anthony Hamersky is bound for Poland on July 19, 2016. Hamersky, along with a group from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, will attend the 2016 World Youth Day festivities in Kraków, Poland, which take place July 25 through July 31. World Youth Day (WYD) is a Catholic centered event that provides youth the opportunity to… Continue reading Anthony Hamersky to travel Poland in search of ancestry and to embrace culture
Educational symposium offers leadership learning to Newman student
Kristen Deckert will be a second year student at Newman University in the fall and expects to graduate from the radiologic technology program in May, 2017. Deckert was honored to be chosen as a Kansas representative at the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Educational Symposium. The ASRT event was held in Las Vegas in late June, and Deckert… Continue reading Educational symposium offers leadership learning to Newman student
Newman staff member holds a passion for architecture
Help Desk and Classroom Technology Coordinator Sonja Vogt has loved architecture since the third grade. Learning the skill of perspective drawing and floor plan drawing while attending elementary school led her to learn more about the only architect she’d heard of at that point, Frank Lloyd Wright. Her passion for architecture and Wright’s work has continued… Continue reading Newman staff member holds a passion for architecture
Sabbatical promises to be a busy time for Professor of History Cheryl Golden
The main focus of Professor of History Cheryl Golden, Ph.D. during her sabbatical this fall will be to put the final touches on her book, but she actually has a few other goals in mind as well. She has been teaching history at Newman University for 18 years and highly enjoys the interaction with students… Continue reading Sabbatical promises to be a busy time for Professor of History Cheryl Golden
Sunderland Foundation makes $200K gift to Newman University campaign for new science facilities
Newman University has received a $200,000 gift from the Sunderland Foundation of Overland Park, Kan., to support the building of new, technologically advanced science and health sciences educational facilities and the renovation and upgrading of existing nursing educational facilities on the Newman campus in Wichita. The gift will help Newman in its ongoing commitment to… Continue reading Sunderland Foundation makes $200K gift to Newman University campaign for new science facilities
Incoming Provost Kimberly Long focuses on learning the culture, building relationships
In May, Newman University officials announced the hiring of a new provost and vice president of Academic Affairs to replace departing Provost Michael Austin, Ph.D. Now, in July, Kimberly McDowall Long, Ph.D. has officially taken her post – and is learning about Wichita and Newman.
Fr. Gile to Speak on Pope Francis
Newman Theology Professor and Dean of Graduate Studies, Fr. Joseph Gile, will be speaking at the Spiritual Life Center on July 21st. Fr. Gile will be discussing the question, “Is Pope Franics a Liberal?” For more information or to register for the event, please visit the Spiritual Life Center website.
Newman Theology Faculty and Alumnus at Summer Symposium
July 14-16 Newman Theology Professor John McCormick and MA/MTS alumnus Dusty Gates will both be presenting as part of the Spiritual Life Center’s Summer Symposium. Dr. McCormick will be speaking on “Green Discipleship” and Dusty Gates will be presenting on the Inklings. For more information or to register, visit the Spiritual Life Center website.
Students to attend Game Development Conference in Michigan
Newman University Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. is packing his bags for a trip to Michigan along with student Annie Dang and alumna Emily Simon ’16 … to play games. The group will be participants in the annual “Reacting to the Past” (RTTP) Game Development Conference (GDC) that focuses on designing games for… Continue reading Students to attend Game Development Conference in Michigan
Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance
Newman University has always offered tutoring for its students, even at a distance, but newly discovered video telecommunicating technology allows the university to take that one step further. Virtual Tutoring began in a pilot phase last year, and staff were so impressed with the success that they are making it official and offering it along with… Continue reading Virtual Tutoring closes the gap between distance