Newman University journalism student and softball player Delaney Hiegert recently completed an internship with the Wichita Eagle. An article she wrote about “social pets” was recently picked up by the Associated Press, which means it could be reprinted or republished in newspapers around the world — and, for this article, it was. “Social media goes to… Continue reading Journalism student Delaney Hiegert’s article goes international
2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Newman University is gearing up for the 2016 Winter Homecoming basketball games. Many organizations on campus are planning events and other activities to help celebrate the week. In keeping with tradition, the Student Life Department is planning to crown another King and Queen. This year things were done differently for the initial nomination process. All seniors… Continue reading 2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Monti Washington inspires students at Newman University
Motivational speaker Monti Washington came to Newman University Monday, Feb. 15. After the event, many students commented on how they were inspired by Washington’s powerful words. The 2011 Arizona Performing Artist of the Year, Washington travels around the United States spreading the word of his patented “TRU Motivation” and his “Montivation.” Washington shares his story about being brought up on… Continue reading Monti Washington inspires students at Newman University
Newman Sonography Program has ties to Galichia, sets student on new path
Joseph Galichia, M.D., president and founder of Galichia Medical Group, is known throughout Wichita as a pioneer in the field of interventional cardiology. What many people don’t know however, is that Galichia also had a big role in establishing the Newman University sonography program. “We found that in our community there was no training program in… Continue reading Newman Sonography Program has ties to Galichia, sets student on new path
Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Newman University junior Dustin Reed was chosen as the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s Wrestler of the Year during the MIAA Tournament Feb. 14. Reed, who won the 125-pound title, is on a 19-match winning streak. He is currently 25-1 on the season. “I was shocked when I won this award. I knew I had a good… Continue reading Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
The Newman University Theatre Department will present for its spring theatrical production “A Man for All Seasons” at 8 p.m. March 3-5 and at 2 p.m. March 6. All shows are in the Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on the Newman campus. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 seniors and military,… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Sacred Fibers: fibers expressed as holy, venerated, or spiritual” by the Susan De Wit Fiber Group as the sixth show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of fiber art, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26, will be on… Continue reading Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
24-Hour Theatre Project a ‘high-adrenaline theatrical experience’
Newman University will host the 24-Hour Theatre Project Feb. 19-20 as part of its Heritage Month celebration. According to Mark Mannette, associate professor of theatre and director of the Theatre Department, “The 24-Hour Theatre Project is a high-adrenaline theatrical experience with all the creativity and problem-solving skills of a normal six-week process packed into 24… Continue reading 24-Hour Theatre Project a ‘high-adrenaline theatrical experience’
Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’
In a teaching career spanning more than four decades, Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., has worked with colleagues to establish the highly respected Department of Biology at Newman University. This year, Singh has been selected to be one of Ingram’s Magazine’s “Icons of Education” — a yearly award from the Kansas City business magazine. This honor… Continue reading Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’
‘Career Services 101’ seeks to improve attendance
Since late January, Newman University students have had the opportunity to attend workshops in a series titled Career Skills 101. The series is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills to market themselves successfully to potential employers after graduation. Director of Career Services and Cooperative Education Melody Head organized the workshops and leads each session personally. However,… Continue reading ‘Career Services 101’ seeks to improve attendance
Newman University welcomes Case Bell
Case Bell joined Newman University to fill the open position of director of the Academic Resource Center and Title IX/ADA coordinator. Bell, who started at the beginning of February, took the place of former Director Bo Bonner, who left in January. Bell came to Newman University from the City of Wichita, where he held a… Continue reading Newman University welcomes Case Bell
Newman University Facing Forward Campaign event draws rave reviews and excitement
More than 260 people gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University campus Saturday, Feb. 6 for what was billed as a “transformational” event. The evening did not disappoint, as the program honored a beloved spiritual leader and longtime university friend and unveiled plans for new and updated campus facilities and the Facing Forward campaign.… Continue reading Newman University Facing Forward Campaign event draws rave reviews and excitement
Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences
Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies and Professor of Chemistry David Shubert, Ph.D. believes that, in the future, Newman University can double the number of students in science and health sciences with improved facilities and increased faculty staffing. But the announcement that the university will construct the Bishop Gerber Science Center and make renovations to… Continue reading Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences
Wichita Eagle features Bishop Gerber Science Center
The Wichita Eagle featured the Newman University Facing Forward campaign and the Bishop Gerber Science Center in its Sunday, Feb. 7 edition. Newman alum and Wichita Eagle reporter Matt Riedl ’15 wrote the story and took photos during the event the previous Saturday where university officials announced the campaign. Read the full story on Kansas.com >> Riedl is… Continue reading Wichita Eagle features Bishop Gerber Science Center
Alumna shares Newman University compelling story
Newman alumna Melissa Grelinger ’82 shared her memories as a student at Kansas Newman College, now Newman University, at the Facing Forward announcement event Saturday, Feb. 6. Grelinger, who with her husband Bart Grelinger, M.D. ’83 serves as a Facing Forward campaign co-chair, encouraged event attendees to give to the Newman University Bishop Gerber Science Center to provide… Continue reading Alumna shares Newman University compelling story
NewmanFF.com and #NUFacingForward promote campaign for Bishop Gerber Science Center
A new website and hashtag for Newman University launched on Saturday, Feb. 6 to support and promote its Facing Forward campaign: NewmanFF.com and #NUFacingForward. Social media is playing a large role in helping boost the campaign to reach its goal of $30 million. Whether on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, Newman University is asking supporters and donors to… Continue reading NewmanFF.com and #NUFacingForward promote campaign for Bishop Gerber Science Center
Bishop Gerber honored at Facing Forward announcement event
Newman University honored the Most Rev. Eugene J. Gerber, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Wichita, at its ‘Facing Forward‘ announcement event Saturday, Feb. 6.
Update: Reading of Bryan Dietrich’s poem now on BBC web site
The reading of a poem by Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. is now available on the web site for the BBC Radio 4 program “Something Understood.” The show was broadcast nationally in the UK on Sunday, Feb. 7. The 30 minute episode will be available on the show’s web site through the end of February.… Continue reading Update: Reading of Bryan Dietrich’s poem now on BBC web site
Newman University announces $30 million Facing Forward campaign
Newman University officials have announced a public fundraising campaign to upgrade existing health science education facilities and to build a new science education center to be named the Bishop Gerber Science Center, honoring The Most Rev. Eugene J. Gerber, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Wichita. The campaign, called Facing Forward – A Campaign for… Continue reading Newman University announces $30 million Facing Forward campaign
Artist discusses ‘Interpersonal’ work in Steckline Gallery
Artist Gregory Folken opened his exhibit “Interpersonal” in the Newman University Steckline Gallery on Jan. 29 and explained his work more in depth at the“Art for Lunch” talk on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Folken, a printmaker, explained that his work is extremely self-reflective and that he uses a technique called “mindfulness meditation” to create his monotype… Continue reading Artist discusses ‘Interpersonal’ work in Steckline Gallery
New programs sponsored by SGA for students
The Newman University Student Government Association is sponsoring a couple of new programs on campus to highlight student involvement and leadership. The ‘Jet of the Month’ program will recognize an outstanding student who exemplifies the Newman University mission. Students will be rewarded with a gift card. SGA will also highlight an outstanding club to reward… Continue reading New programs sponsored by SGA for students
Homecoming Week runs Feb. 21-27, features new voting process
Newman University is gearing up for an eventful February. The university’s annual tradition of Heritage Month continues with many engaging events planned to help the community celebrate, and Student Life is no exception. Student Life will contribute to the festivities with a fun and exciting Winter Homecoming for students. The official Homecoming week is Feb. 21-27,… Continue reading Homecoming Week runs Feb. 21-27, features new voting process
ASC hosts Mardi Gras for Newman University faculty and staff
Every year, Newman University faculty and staff enjoy a special get-together with the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, the sponsoring order of the university. This year, the sisters and the Faculty Community Relations Committee agreed to have a Mardi Gras party. At 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9, faculty, staff and the sisters of the ASC will… Continue reading ASC hosts Mardi Gras for Newman University faculty and staff
Spring LEAD Series kicks off with Terri Houston
The 2016 spring semester LEAD Series will kick off with Terri Houston, diversity expert from the Center for Leadership Development, Inc. Houston will speak at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided by the Campus Activities Board. The event is free. Houston, who will be speaking specifically about… Continue reading Spring LEAD Series kicks off with Terri Houston
Sports medicine helps injured Jets get back to playing condition
Newman University Athletics compete at the NCAA Division II level, which requires talented coaches, disciplined athletes and a driven athletic department. However, there is one aspect of collegiate athletics that tends to get overlooked: sports medicine. The Jets have two physical trainers from Via Christi Health on staff: Terra Macklin and Cam Clark. Also, Kelsey Riefenhauser,… Continue reading Sports medicine helps injured Jets get back to playing condition
Heritage Month begins with Mass for St. Maria De Mattias
Heritage Month began today, Feb. 4, with Mass celebrating the feast day of St. Maria De Mattias, the foundress of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), the founders and sponsoring order of Newman University.
Sister Charlotte Rohrbach talks about Heritage Month
As the Newman University 2016 spring semester moves forward, we come to one of its annual traditions: Heritage Month. Heritage Month is a month-long celebration with guest speakers and special events presented by the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, Campus Ministry, the university and student organizations to honor the rich Catholic heritage of Newman University. Learn more about… Continue reading Sister Charlotte Rohrbach talks about Heritage Month
Newman University ranks ‘Top College’ for ethnic diversity in Kansas
College-bound students seeking a diverse student body now have reason to put Newman University at the top of their list. According to a campus ethnic diversity study completed by U.S. News and World Report, Newman University is the top college for ethnic diversity in Kansas, and is ranked 23 out of 133 institutions in the… Continue reading Newman University ranks ‘Top College’ for ethnic diversity in Kansas
Admissions counselors deliver ‘Senior Survival Kits’ to area high schools
This spring, the admissions counselors at Newman University wanted to try something new. They noticed they had accepted more students by Fall 2015 than they had accepted the year prior. This was an exciting development for the team so they wanted to capitalize on the opportunity. Over the course of several months, they developed a… Continue reading Admissions counselors deliver ‘Senior Survival Kits’ to area high schools
Heartland Conference Tournament to take best eight teams
The Heartland Conference basketball tournament received a bit of a makeover this year. The tournament, March 4-6, will be expanded from four teams to eight and will be held at an off-campus, neutral location for the first time in Heartland Conference history. Prior to the change, the Heartland Conference was the only conference in the… Continue reading Heartland Conference Tournament to take best eight teams
Sophomore lands internship at the Wichita Eagle
Sophomore Delaney Hiegert came to Newman University as an undecided major, a recipient of the Cardinal Newman Scholarship. Over the course of her freshman year, Hiegert found many things: new friends, clubs and a place on the softball team. However, one student organization that began as a hobby turned into a career path. Hiegert joined… Continue reading Sophomore lands internship at the Wichita Eagle
March for Life trip a success, despite Winter Storm ‘Jonas’
Newman University students and staff members from Campus Ministry and Alumni Relations met with the unexpected, when Winter Storm Jonas hit the area on its trip to the March for Life at Washington D.C., extending the trip by two days.
New women’s soccer coach joins Jets
The new women’s soccer head coach at Newman University is Aaron Avila, former men and women’s head coach at Barton Community College. Athletic Director Vic Trilli announced the selection of Avila Jan. 21. Avila, who has been coaching for 10 years, will be coaching at the NCAA Division II level for the first time in… Continue reading New women’s soccer coach joins Jets
Theology program introduces partnership, new courses
In the spring 2016 semester, The Newman University graduate program in Theology will begin a new partnership with the Office of Faith Formation for the Catholic Diocese of Wichita. According to Joshua Papsdorf, Ph.D., associate professor of theology, four new courses in catechetics are being created, open to students enrolled in the program and those seeking instruction… Continue reading Theology program introduces partnership, new courses
Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team
A little over a decade ago, Elhad Emerllahu came to America from worn-torn Kosovo. At the time he was 9 years old with little knowledge of the American culture, English language, and even basketball. Elhad recently received his undergraduate degree from Newman University while playing and being a student assistant coach for the men’s basketball team. Now,… Continue reading Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team
Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Newman University student Jed Heath recently received the Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. Each year the Department bestows the Horizon Award to 32 teachers across the state of Kansas. It is given to first year teachers who have exhibited admirable teaching skills as educators. Heath teaches seventh grade biology at Derby (Kan.) North Middle School. He received an… Continue reading Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. was recently contacted about using his poem “Gotham Wanes” on the BBC Radio 4 program “Something Understood.” The show, which explores spiritual and religious themes through poetry, prose and music, wants to use the poem on an upcoming episode about the Lamed vav Zaddikim, a Jewish legend that 36… Continue reading Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
Students return from study abroad with ASC in India
Newman University senior Brandi Boese and junior Diana Stanley have returned from a six-week study abroad with the Bangalore chapter of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ in India.
Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, recounts experience as professor and advisor
Vicki Bergkamp, ASC, returned to Newman University in the spring of 2013 after a 10-year absence, but her role as a professor and an advisor go back to 1979.
Triathlon coaches hired, preparing program
Jeff Lovgren and Heidi Coble have joined the Jets as coaches for the Newman University new triathlon program, which is set to start in the fall of this year. The decision to start a triathlon program began with the President’s Cabinet. University officials also received interest from the campus community, the city of Wichita and individuals who compete… Continue reading Triathlon coaches hired, preparing program