Brussels attack – alumnus reports on location

Charles Mommaerts, a Newman University alumnus, spoke with Wichita’s news station KWCH about the attack in Brussels. Mommaerts is a recent graduate of Newman University and played on the Newman tennis team. Read the article by KWCH News. 

You’ve “goat” to be kidding! University drawing to benefit Newman Fund

Have you always wanted to own a goat? Have you always wanted to NOT own a goat? Regardless of where you stand, beginning on April 1, you will have a chance to make either of those things possible for you or for someone else. Get Your Goat Insurance: https://give.newmanu.edu/goatinsurance The Newman University Advancement Department is… Continue reading You’ve “goat” to be kidding! University drawing to benefit Newman Fund

360Five // Casino Nights and Easter

Happy Early-Easter Newman360Five fans! In this installment of our ongoing web series, check a little recap out of CAB’s “Casino Night” event – and learn how to not miss anymore upcoming events from CAB. Then stick around for an Easter Message from Father John Fogliasso. Visit the Newman360Five YouTube channel page and subscribe!

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Amy Emerson’s Jet Life

Freshman Amy Emerson describes herself as a quiet person. However, she certainly does not keep to herself as you can easily find her on campus hanging out with friends in the residence halls, doing improv with the Sloppy Joes, singing in Chorale or volunteering with her fellow ASC scholars. Amy is involved in a multitude… Continue reading Amy Emerson’s Jet Life

Final Friday Mar. 25 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Local & State’ by Ann Resnick

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Local & State” by Ann Resnick as the seventh show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of paper/mixed media, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 25, will be on display through April 22. Both the reception and admission to the… Continue reading Final Friday Mar. 25 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Local & State’ by Ann Resnick

Newman University and Butler Community College finalize agreement

Newman University and Butler Community College have a newly finalized articulation agreement which is designed to provide students with a systematic and seamless transition for course credit between institutions. Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. and Butler President Dr. Kimberly Krull inked the agreement March 11 in the Heritage Room of Sacred Heart Hall on… Continue reading Newman University and Butler Community College finalize agreement

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Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor

The 2016 National Wrestling Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., did not start out as planned for Newman University junior Dustin Reed. But the Newman wrestler ended up accomplishing something no other Newman student-athlete has in the school’s NCAA Division II era – earning an individual All-America honor. The 125-pound grappler from Colby, Kan., opened the… Continue reading Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor

Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard

After traveling nearly 1,200 miles to compete in the qualifying tournament, members of the Newman University Women’s Bowling Team will venture just 14 miles from campus next month to battle in the 2016 USBC Intercollegiate National Championships. The national team competitions will be held April 21-23 at Northrock Lanes in northeast Wichita. The Newman Women’s Bowling… Continue reading Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard

Defying all odds: A journey to nursing school

The Newman University Nursing Program has earned a reputation for itself over the years, and that’s not a bad thing. With first-time licensure exam pass rates consistently above 90 percent, a direct admit option for high school seniors and job placement rates ranging from 98-100 percent within three months of graduation, ours has become known as… Continue reading Defying all odds: A journey to nursing school

Newman University names Brett Andrews dean of new business school

Newman University officials announced that Brett K. Andrews, MBA, Ph.D., has been named dean of the university’s new School of Business effective May 1, 2016. In August 2015 Newman revealed plans to create a new business school that focuses on ethics, entrepreneurship and socially conscious practices as well as traditional business knowledge. The school will… Continue reading Newman University names Brett Andrews dean of new business school

2016-17 Residence Life Student Leaders

For the 2016-2017 academic year, Residence Life is introducing new members as Resident assistants (RA) and members of the Resident Hall Association (RHA). Resident assistants have always been an integral part of college campuses with dorms. Newman University RAs are top-notch students who are respected in the campus community. Each RA lives on a floor of… Continue reading 2016-17 Residence Life Student Leaders

Spring Break runs March 14-18

Next week,  Newman University students will take a much deserved break from classes. Spring Break runs March 14-18. Mass, confessions and adoration will not be held in St. John’s Chapel during Spring Break as well, and the university will be closed Friday, March 18. However, during Spring Break, the Newman University softball team have games on campus. 5… Continue reading Spring Break runs March 14-18

Annual Prayer Breakfast 2016

Newman University Campus Ministry is hosting its annual Prayer Breakfast 7:30-8:45 a.m. Thursday, March 31, serving up fruit, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy and hash browns with coffee and orange juice. This year’s theme is “Compassion in Action,” and during breakfast, four Newman University students will discuss compassion working in their own lives. Compassion was chosen because,… Continue reading Annual Prayer Breakfast 2016

Newman University announces tuition changes for 2016-17

The Newman University Board of Trustees has approved a 6 percent tuition increase for the 2016-2017 school year. Tuition rates will remain the same for the Advanced Standing program. With the exception of a parking increase of $15 per semester, there will not be any rate increase in student fees. A 6 percent increase in… Continue reading Newman University announces tuition changes for 2016-17

‘A Man for All Seasons’ closes theatre season

The Newman University Theatre Department closed its main season last weekend with the Sunday, March 6, showing of “A Man for All Seasons,” by Robert Bolt. This production was special to cast and crew as it used theatre as a way to connect to Newman University’s Catholic heritage and proved successful, touching the hearts of performers,… Continue reading ‘A Man for All Seasons’ closes theatre season

Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville

Michael Austin, Ph.D., provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, has accepted an offer to become the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Evansville in Evansville, Ind., starting July 1, 2016. Austin came to Newman in June 2008, and has played a major role in a number of developments at the… Continue reading Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville

Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament

The men's basketball team defeated University of Texas Permian Basin at the 2016 Winter Homecoming Game.

Newman University basketball hit the road Wednesday, March 2, and headed to Tulsa, to compete in the 2016 Heartland Conference Tournament. The men’s basketball team, 16-12 on the season and 9-11 in conference, took on No. 2 seed Lubbock Christian University and won 81-79. In the two season games against LCU, the Jets lost 66-73 and won 84-76.… Continue reading Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament

Sisters, student discuss India and ASCs during Mission Talk

Students at Aradhana Academy in Bengaluru, India.

The fourth Newman University Mission Talk of the 2015-16 academic year concerned “India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged.” Professor of Business Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, one of several speakers who have travelled to India, said, “India is so vast, and its culture is so vast, that what we can do today in this time is very… Continue reading Sisters, student discuss India and ASCs during Mission Talk

Great Western Dining caters great meals

Students assisted at the Cardinal Newman Banquet for which Coordinator Chris Heck was thankful.

The past week has been busy around campus with Cardinal Newman Week and Homecoming. Most people give their attention to, but not what goes into the preparation of, the food. At the many events held on campus throughout the year, Great Western Dining plays a major role as the university’s caterer and dining service provider. Cardinal Newman… Continue reading Great Western Dining caters great meals

David Reed speaks on his role in ‘A Man For All Seasons’

The Newman University Theatre Department presents Robert Bolt’s “A Man for All Seasons“ for its spring theatrical production. The play is directed by Mark Mannette, Newman director of theatre. The show debuts on March 3 at 8 p.m. “A Man for All Seasons“ tells the story of Sir Thomas Moore who was friends with King Henry… Continue reading David Reed speaks on his role in ‘A Man For All Seasons’

2016 Homecoming Week a success

With the arrival of March and the beginning of Spring just around the corner, Newman University’s Winter Homecoming is officially over. The weeks leading up to Homecoming Week in early February were sprinkled with events sponsored by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), Heritage Month celebrations and, of course, the voting process for the Homecoming King and… Continue reading 2016 Homecoming Week a success

Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start

With a nine-game winning streak, a video highlight (of second baseman Jacob Hamerle making a sliding catch into a wall) that has gone “national” and a ton of confidence on the diamond, the start of the 2016 baseball season could not be going any better for the Newman Jets. After sweeping visiting Southwest Minnesota State Feb.… Continue reading Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start

Newman offers flexible, affordable adult student re-entry program

Newman University offers a wide range of options for students regardless of education level or age. The Newman adult re-entry program allows non-traditional students to continue their education without the financial stress. “Our adult re-entry option allows adult students looking to start or continue their college education the opportunity to do so at an affordable per-credit… Continue reading Newman offers flexible, affordable adult student re-entry program

‘India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged’ focus of next Mission Talk

Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, will present a Mission Talk: “India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged,” from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 in the Roths Alumni Center in the Dugan Library and Campus Center. The presentation is the fourth in the 2015-16 season and is sponsored by Newman University. The event is free and open to… Continue reading ‘India and ASC Ministry to the Disadvantaged’ focus of next Mission Talk

Students, alum return from Jamaica medical mission trip

The team of 25 with Robert Martin, M.D., top left, who just returned from a medical mission trip in Jamaica.

Students Megan Hemel and McKenna Seiler traveled to Jamaica Feb. 8 for a medical mission trip with 23 other volunteers, including physicians, nurses, a physical therapist and those in training to join the medical field, led by Robert Martin, M.D. ’83, a Newman University alum currently practicing medicine in West Plains, Mo. The group stayed in Cornwall and… Continue reading Students, alum return from Jamaica medical mission trip

Celebrating our namesake with Cardinal Newman Week

Newman University celebrated its namesake John Henry Cardinal Newman’s 215th birthday Sunday, Feb. 21, with a special Mass and after-Mass get-together as part of Heritage Month. John Henry Newman was born Feb. 21, 1801, in London, England. Newman did not grow up in the Roman Catholic Church; instead, he came from the Church of England where… Continue reading Celebrating our namesake with Cardinal Newman Week

Newman 360Five episode features student activities

Newman 360Five is here with some ties to fun student activities! In this episode, we take a look at “From the Streets to the Stage,” a presentation by motivational speaker Monti Washington. After that we learn about a Newman University tradition known as High Tea with 2016 graduating senior Mark Carlson! Finally, we get to know who the… Continue reading Newman 360Five episode features student activities

Spring ’16 sports preview at Newman University

The end of basketball season is quickly approaching, and the Newman University Jets’ baseball, softball, tennis and golf teams are warming up for spring. Baseball The Jets baseball team, which is off to a 6-2 start, was picked to finish seventh out of 10 schools in the preseason Heartland Conference poll. However, the hot start the… Continue reading Spring ’16 sports preview at Newman University

Fancy hats and lifted pinky fingers displayed at High Tea

Students, staff and faculty gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on Tuesday, Feb. 23, to celebrate a  long-standing and well-known tradition at Newman University – “High Tea.” “This is one of my favorite events at Newman University,” said student John Denny. High Tea delicacies such as British Flapjacks, Strawberry Trifles and Cheese Tarts are properly handmade and elegantly plated… Continue reading Fancy hats and lifted pinky fingers displayed at High Tea

24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true

The play "Strength" was produced by, from left: Jacob Hobbie, Lewis Mize, Sydney Finney, Vanessa Couey, Ximena Naame, and Trevor Farney.

In theatre, the old saying goes, “The show must go on!” — even if the play was written only four hours before rehearsals began, and even if the actors and director have only just met, and even if they only had around 11 hours to find costumes, do the stage blocking and memorize lines before… Continue reading 24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true

Record number turn out for first 2016 Accepted Student Day

The first of two scheduled Newman University Accepted Student Days brought a record number of potential students and their family members to campus Saturday, Feb. 20. Attendance was up 40 percent from the same gathering last year. The event drew current students from 35 high schools and six states. The Admissions Department staff coordinates and… Continue reading Record number turn out for first 2016 Accepted Student Day

Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk

As part of Heritage Month, Sonja Bontrager, associate professor of Spanish at Newman University, presented a Mission Talk on “The ASC’s Mission and the Guatemala Study and Serve” Wednesday, Feb. 17. She and 11 other students and faculty spent five weeks in Guatemala as part of the study abroad program last summer. Bontrager first took students for… Continue reading Guatemala Study and Serve program is focus of Mission Talk

JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month

JoAnn Mark, ASC, Ed.D., will return to Newman University Wednesday, Feb. 24 to present “The UN & 2030 Sustainable Development Goals” at 3:30 p.m. in Eck Hall 125. In May of last year, Mark left Newman University to become the Director of the Partnership for Global Justice in New York City, an international non-governmental organization (NGO) with… Continue reading JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month

Houston starts diversity conversation during LEAD Series

Terri Houston, diversity expert from the Center for Leadership Development, Inc., spoke on the Newman University campus Wednesday, Feb. 11, as part of the 2015-16 LEAD Series. “The LEAD Series is a lecture series focused on ‘Learning,’ ‘Engagement,’ ‘Achievement’ and ‘Development,’” said Director of Student Activities Lauren Fontarum (formerly Susong). “The first year, we did very… Continue reading Houston starts diversity conversation during LEAD Series

Theatre Department helps Wichita schools special needs kids with service project

Mark Mannette, associate professor and Director of Theatre, teaching.

Three years ago Associate Professor and Director of Theatre Mark Mannette conceived the idea to form a project that would help bring joy to the Circle of Friends, a group of special needs students in Wichita schools. Mannette explained “The idea is to do something special for these students.” Newman students John Denny, Kati Bush, Justin… Continue reading Theatre Department helps Wichita schools special needs kids with service project