More than 110 Newman University students presented the best of their original research and special projects on Dec. 7 at the 2015 fall semester Scholars Day. Scholars Day is the culmination of students’ research projects. As part of the Newman Studies Program, the university’s innovative approach to the “core curriculum,” each student pursuing an undergraduate… Continue reading Fall Scholars Day allows students to shine
Three businesses with ties to Newman receive honors
Foley Equipment, Star Lumber and Dondlinger Construction have received honors from the Wichita Business Journal by being selected for its first Family Business Awards. Foley Equipment: Legacy Award, 75 years Star Lumber: Legacy Award, 75 years Pictured Left to Right: Newman Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies and Professor of Chemistry David Shubert, Ph.D.; Goebel Family Star… Continue reading Three businesses with ties to Newman receive honors
Social Work alumna speaks to students and alumni at MSW social
Newman University School of Social Work students and alumni gathered for the Student Association of Social Work’s first holiday social Wednesday, Dec. 2. Special guest and alumna Erika Walker spoke at the event about her experience in the Master of Social Work Program and working as a social worker. The Student Association of Social Work… Continue reading Social Work alumna speaks to students and alumni at MSW social
Boese blogs about India experience with Bangalore ASC
Students Brandi Boese, senior, and Diana Stanley, junior, traveled to India last week on Newman University’s first ambassador trip to the Bangalore Chapter of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ. “They are helping as interns,” said Professor of History Cheryl Golden, Ph.D. “They work with both young students and the sisters themselves to develop… Continue reading Boese blogs about India experience with Bangalore ASC
Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
All week, students, faculty and staff have enjoyed food and festivities with Newman University “Holly Days.” Organized by the Division of Student Life, “Holly Days” celebrates the season, with departments across campus holding Open Houses complete with Christmas decorations, goodies and fellowship. Below are photos from Open Houses throughout the week. Use #nuhollydays when posting about… Continue reading Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations
Finals week is almost here and students are pushing to finish papers, projects and presentations before they head home for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Some students have another challenge to complete before they even get to their finals. On Monday, Dec. 7, while some students are at home sleeping/cramming for finals, many other students… Continue reading Students prepare for Scholars Day presentations
College scholarship advice from the director of undergrad admissions
For students seeking to make their education more affordable, there are many institutional and outside college scholarships that are available. These scholarships, whatever the size, can help take the bite out of the rising costs of higher education at any university, public or private, and allow students to make decisions about their future free from… Continue reading College scholarship advice from the director of undergrad admissions
Get great deals on Christmas gifts at the NU Bookstore
If you haven’t yet finished your Christmas shopping, check out the Newman University Bookstore in the coming days for some great deals. The bookstore is currently holding an After-Thanksgiving Sale that includes 15 percent off all Newman imprinted items and an extra 15 percent off clearance items. The sale continues through Saturday, Dec. 5, and on Sunday, Dec. 6 from… Continue reading Get great deals on Christmas gifts at the NU Bookstore
Newman receives Kansas Health Foundation grant for science outreach programs
Newman University received a grant from the Kansas Health Foundation, Wichita, Kan., to support Newman science outreach programs in the upcoming 2016 year. According to Director of Grants Bill Meitl, this is the first year Newman has received this particular recognition grant. The money will be used in the spring and summer for the Newman Native… Continue reading Newman receives Kansas Health Foundation grant for science outreach programs
Hello it’s Newman 360Five!
Hello! It’s us, Newman360Five and we’re back this week making pop-culture jokes! This episode opens with Justin’s new obsession, the acapella app on smartphones that allows for anyone to create acapella masterpieces. Then we flip back to “When Campus Critters Attack!” this time featuring Kati Bush, and the story of how a campus cat bit… Continue reading Hello it’s Newman 360Five!
‘The Magic of Christmas’ comes to Newman Dec. 6
On Sunday, Dec. 6, the Newman University Music Department will present its annual Christmas concert. This year it is titled, “The Magic of Christmas,” and is expected to be a great start to the holiday season. The show will be presented at 3 p.m., in Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. The box office opens… Continue reading ‘The Magic of Christmas’ comes to Newman Dec. 6
Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Newman University graphic design students collaborated this year to continue the university’s relationship with Catholic Charities and the creation of its Christmas appeal. This is the fifth year Newman has contributed to the organization’s efforts, but the first year for Laura Scholl, assistant professor of graphic design and digital art, to take on the project.… Continue reading Newman, Catholic Charities team up for Christmas appeal
Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program
Newman University – represented through the American Council on Education – is among the 53 higher education organizations and 535 education and financial aid institutions to request that the U.S. Congress extend the Perkins Loan Program for one year. According to the letter written to Congress by Molly Broad, president of the American Council on Education (ACE), as of… Continue reading Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program
New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Newman University has hired a new sports information director, David Rung. Rung is replacing the former Newman SID, Tim Hanson, who held the position for four years. Hanson left Newman to accept the SID position at Rogers State University in Claremore, Okla. Rung, who started on Nov. 30, is originally from Harrisburg, Penn. He received… Continue reading New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Newman named to Wichita Business Journal 2015 Newsmakers
Newman University has been named a 2015 Newsmaker by the Wichita Business Journal. The Journal is identifying people and businesses that made an impact in the local business community over the past year. The university, along with President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. and Provost Michael Austin, Ph.D., were selected for the creation of a business school.… Continue reading Newman named to Wichita Business Journal 2015 Newsmakers
Newman University sponsors Angel Tree to help those in need this Christmas
This Christmas season Newman University is again sponsoring a Salvation Army Angel Tree for students, faculty, and staff to help make this Christmas special for someone in need. The Angel Tree is located on the 2nd floor of Sacred Heart Hall outside of St. John’s Chapel. Anyone who wishes to participate may choose a paper… Continue reading Newman University sponsors Angel Tree to help those in need this Christmas
Freshmen make first aid kits for Guadalupe Clinic
Newman University freshmen provided first aid kits to the Guadalupe Clinic as part of a class service project. The University of Kansas School of Medicine’s student-run JayDoc clinic works with Guadalupe Clinic, and these seven students are hopeful future “JayDocs.” Find the KU School of Medicine post and picture on Facebook >> Learn the skills and… Continue reading Freshmen make first aid kits for Guadalupe Clinic
Women’s Basketball soars past York College
The Lady Jets are 3-1 on the season after defeating York College on Saturday, Nov. 21, 78-43. The Lady Jets won handily over York, shooting 29-of-72 from the field and 15-of-18 from the free throw line. This win was more than a little confidence booster after a tight battle with Washburn University on Nov. 18… Continue reading Women’s Basketball soars past York College
360Five reminds you…
Newman360Five is here this week to remind you… Newman University has a lot of resources in the Dugan Library for you to be a successful student! Also, we have NU Cribz videos every Monday now until the end of the semester! And, on Fridays, you can get a FREE donut! Here’s another quick reminder — the extra… Continue reading 360Five reminds you…
Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
The Newman University volleyball team, which has broken three university records this season, garnered several postseason conference and all-region honors. Senior middle hitter Ashley Gonzalez, senior setter Alexus Litts and sophomore outside hitter Emily Harvey were all named to the All-Heartland Volleyball First team. Gonzalez and Litts also garnered individual post-season honors, Gonzalez being named… Continue reading Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
Icer Vaughan receives CIO award from WBJ
Newman University Chief Information Officer Icer Vaughan was among those who received a Wichita Business Journal 2015 CIO Award on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the Hyatt Regency in Wichita. Vaughan was among 17 other Information Technology professionals to be honored. “It is very nice to get the opportunity to be acknowledged for the behind-the-scenes work that… Continue reading Icer Vaughan receives CIO award from WBJ
Students to open up study abroad with Indian ASCs
Newman students Brandi Boese, senior, and Diana Stanley, junior, will be spending their Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks a little differently than most students this year. Boese and Stanley will be traveling to Bangalore, India, on Nov. 24. They will be hosted by a Bangalore chapter of the ASC sisters who run the Aradhana Academy, a… Continue reading Students to open up study abroad with Indian ASCs
Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
The Newman University Volleyball Team, with a record-setting regular season of 25-8, left early the morning of Nov. 19 on its way to the Heartland Conference Tournament in Fort Smith, Ark. The team, holding the No. 2 seed, will play No. 3 Lubbock Christian at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 to kick off the tournament. The… Continue reading Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 6
The Newman University Music Department will present their annual Christmas concert “The Magic of Christmas” at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 6, in the Performance Hall inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. Joining the Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will be the Newman University Concert Band and special guests, the Cheney High School Choir and… Continue reading Newman Music Department to present Christmas concert Dec. 6
Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Beginning tonight, Thursday Nov. 19, and continuing through the weekend, the Newman Theatre and Music Departments will present the classic musical, “Damn Yankees.” The show tells the story of Old Joe Boyd who sells his soul to the devil, in this case a man named Applegate, for the chance of a lifetime – to be… Continue reading Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
The opening week of the 2015-16 season could not have gone any better for Head Coach Mark Potter and the Newman Jets Men’s Basketball Team. After two victories last weekend in the Oklahoma Christian Classic in Edmond, Okla., Newman University beat Pittsburg State 98-89 in an impressive home opener Nov. 17 to improve to 3-0 in… Continue reading Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
The Wichita Community Foundation engaged Reach Advisors, a New York-based research firm founded by Wichita native James Chung, to determine what Wichita needs to do to reshape the future of the city. Chung first presented Reach Advisors’ findings in September 2015. He returned in November and presented “Focus Forward – Step One: Diagnosis” again at… Continue reading Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
Newman University holds tree lighting and Christmas party
A Christmas tree lighting and party will be held 5-7 p.m Sunday, Dec. 6 on Founder’s Plaza on the Newman campus. The Christmas party will be hosted by the Student Alumni Board and the Alumni Board of Directors. The highlight of the party will be a Christmas tree lighting. Hot cocoa with holiday treats will be provided,… Continue reading Newman University holds tree lighting and Christmas party
360Five Reminds You…
Newman360Five is here this week to remind you… Newman University has a lot of resources in the Dugan Library for you to be a successful student! Also, we have NU Cribz videos every Monday now until the end of the semester! And, on Fridays, you can get a FREE donut! Here’s another quick reminder — the extra… Continue reading 360Five Reminds You…
Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
Not only will faculty and staff decorate doors and light Christmas trees to celebrate the season, but the entire Newman University community will also be able to take part in merry festivities across campus with “Holly Days.” Festivities include Open Houses – from Athletics to the Bookstore (and Scooters!) – as well as a Christmas… Continue reading Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
University closes Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving break
Newman University will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday break. During the break, no classes will be held and offices will be closed. Classes resume and offices reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 30.
President Carrocci pens Op-Ed on higher education
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. recently wrote an Op-Ed on the value of higher education and, specifically, a liberal arts education. An edited version of the piece was published in the Nov. 13 Wichita Eagle. Carrocci’s article is presented below. It also available on her blog. The Eagle version can be read here. Here We Go… Continue reading President Carrocci pens Op-Ed on higher education
Final Friday Nov. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Shackleton’ screen prints by Kevin Mullins
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Shackleton” by Kevin Mullins as the fourth show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of mixed media and screen printing, which begins with a Final Friday reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, will be on display through Dec. 18. Both the reception and admission… Continue reading Final Friday Nov. 27 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Shackleton’ screen prints by Kevin Mullins
Paris attacks: French native and NU alum asks ‘Why?’
Newman University alumnus Robin Allard ’14 was just one hour away from being another victim of the recent Paris terrorist attacks. The first location of the Paris attacks occurred at the Stade de France at 9:20 p.m. local time. The attacks were carried out by suicide bombers in a series of deadly explosions. From Boulogne-Billancourt just… Continue reading Paris attacks: French native and NU alum asks ‘Why?’
Seminar, alumna book author explore the ‘British Invasion’ Nov. 13 – 14
Anyone old enough to know the difference between a “Rocker” and a “Mod” knows that the British music invasion of the 1960s was a thrilling era that set the course for popular music, fashion, the arts, politics and lifestyles for decades to come. Thanks to an upcoming seminar offered by Newman University, members of any… Continue reading Seminar, alumna book author explore the ‘British Invasion’ Nov. 13 – 14
Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Richard Lapchick, Ph.D. delivered his lecture “Diversity in Sports” to a group of Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni on Tuesday, Nov. 10, covering civic and social issues including race, gender, human trafficking and domestic violence. Lapchick began his speech saying that after reading in depth what Newman University is and what values it holds,… Continue reading Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Bernadine Wessel, ASC speaks about immigrant women in South Korea
Bernadine Wessel, ASC spoke on the subject of Immigrant Women in South Korea during the Nov. 4 Mission Talk at Newman University. Immigrant women become wives to Korean men for a number of reasons. Some may be forced by their family for monetary gain. Some women are lured by promises of a simple life and… Continue reading Bernadine Wessel, ASC speaks about immigrant women in South Korea
It’s not unusual to watch 360FIVE
Newman360Five toured New Hall and uploaded the first installment of “NU Cribz,” so after you catch the latest episode of 360Five you should watch that too! But before that, check out our highlight of the recent instrumental ensemble concert the Newman Music Department recently produced. It’s fantastic! But the episode doesn’t end there. We also shot… Continue reading It’s not unusual to watch 360FIVE
Sarah Kroger: Catholic singer connects with NU students
Last week, the Newman University Campus Ministry Office hosted Sarah Kroger to continue the annual tradition of holding a concert in St. John’s Chapel. Kroger is a popular Catholic singer/songwriter from Melbourne, Fla. She performed songs from her albums “Your Time” and “Hallelujah Is Our Song” for a crowd of close to 60 people. The crowd consisted… Continue reading Sarah Kroger: Catholic singer connects with NU students
Joshua Papsdorf speaks to Public Relations Society on ethics
Joshua Papsdorf, Ph.D., associate professor of theology at Newman University, was the featured speaker at a meeting of the Kansas chapter of the Public Relations Society of America on Oct. 27. Papsdorf’s focus was on ethics in the business world. Recently, Pope Francis visited the United States and made trips to prominent locations. Capitalizing upon the Holy… Continue reading Joshua Papsdorf speaks to Public Relations Society on ethics