Newman360Five’s latest episode is here. In what started out as a regular sketch idea for Jalen and Justin turned into something much more when they ran into some complications… Also, Ruben Lerma returns with another segment of the IT Help Desk! Don’t forget to stay connected and enter the subscription contests by liking, commenting, and… Continue reading This Week’s Newman360Five Will Take Your Breath Away!
Newman English Professor Susan Crane-Laracuente receives Faculty of Distinction award
Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D. is one of 17 college faculty members in Kansas to receive a Faculty of Distinction award from the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). She and other award recipients will be recognized at a reception Nov. 3, 2015, in Newton, Kan. The KICA Faculty of Distinction program celebrates excellence and achievement… Continue reading Newman English Professor Susan Crane-Laracuente receives Faculty of Distinction award
Junior heads to national championships, makes Newman tennis history
Junior Eduardo Dos Santos is making Newman tennis history, after winning the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s South Central Regional Championship on Sept. 27. Dos Santos will represent the South-Central Region as one of eight players in the country to compete at the ITA National Small College Championships Oct. 15 – 18 in Sumter, S.C. Kevin Klein, Men’s… Continue reading Junior heads to national championships, makes Newman tennis history
Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will present their first vocal music concert of the year at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25 in historic St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred Heart Hall on the Newman University campus. The Chorale and Troubadours, made up of Newman students from all ages and disciplines, will present a show… Continue reading Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
Hunger expert talks with Newman students, community
Rev. David Beckmann, author of Exodus from Hunger and a noted expert on hunger and poverty issues, talked with Newman freshman and also made a presentation to the larger Newman and Wichita communities Oct. 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The second lecture was open to the public. Beckmann told his audiences that great strides… Continue reading Hunger expert talks with Newman students, community
360Five double uploads this week!
Wunderbar! It’s Fevertastic! Newman360Five is back this week with two episodes! Yesterday we released a video explaining contest details for 360Five’s subscription contest. If you interact with the 360Five YouTube Channel (like, comment, or subscribe) you are eligible to win a great prize! In our second video, watch as 360Five thanks and recaps the big… Continue reading 360Five double uploads this week!
Newman sports update: VB streak at 12, Hoops teams get no respect
Fall Sports Update: Jets volleyball hits the road sporting a 12-game winning streak. Newman plays at Oklahoma Panhandle State Oct. 8. Earlier in the week, senior Ashley Gonzalez earned her fourth straight Heartland Volleyball Player of the Week Award. Men’s soccer appears in the most recent Regional DII Rankings. The Jets are on a three- game… Continue reading Newman sports update: VB streak at 12, Hoops teams get no respect
John Shuchart jokes about mental health
John Shuchart found a way to overcome his mental health disorder – by laughing at it. Shuchart spoke to a crowd of 100 at the Newman University DeMattias Fine Arts Center on Oct. 4 to tell a story about his battle with mental depression. The event was followed by a candlelit prayer circle. Oliver Morrison… Continue reading John Shuchart jokes about mental health
Newman University hosts Health Professions Day
Newman University is recognized around the state of Kansas and across the nation for producing highly qualified graduates from its nursing and allied health programs. Prospective students interested in entering the medical field will have a hands-on opportunity to see why Newman’s health programs are so effective. Newman University Admissions is hosting Health Professions Day on Saturday, Oct.… Continue reading Newman University hosts Health Professions Day
The Art of Understanding
The Newman University Bachelor of Science in Counseling program is more than a major; for many students, it’s a calling. It takes a special type of person with a special set of carefully honed skills to be able to help others navigate their lives and experiences. The very nature of the work forces practitioners to… Continue reading The Art of Understanding
Five Newman seniors, two juniors gain early acceptance to medical school programs
All five Newman University pre-med students who interviewed with the University of Kansas School of Medicine for early admittance this semester were recently notified that they had been accepted. Starla Dugan, Ben Gerber and Justin Reiswig of Wichita, Jared Ojile of Andale, Kan., and Andrew Nahr of Douglass, Kan., will begin their studies at KUSM in… Continue reading Five Newman seniors, two juniors gain early acceptance to medical school programs
KICA Awards UPS Scholarship to Katelyn Balderas
Katelyn Balderas, a junior Radiologic Technology major at Newman, has been selected to receive a $2,450 UPS Scholarship provided through the Kansas Independent College Association. KICA is a statewide association for private colleges and universities that is affiliated with the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). At the national level, CIC teams up with the UPS… Continue reading KICA Awards UPS Scholarship to Katelyn Balderas
Campus Activities Board to host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) will host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11 to welcome students’ families to campus. CAB will kick off the weekend’s events on Friday, Oct. 9 with a discounted showing of “Hay Fever,” the Newman Theatre Department season opener. The family special offered for this showing will be $5 a ticket… Continue reading Campus Activities Board to host Newman University Family Weekend Oct. 9-11
Jets volleyball turns up the heat with 10 straight wins
On Monday, Sept. 28, the Newman University Jets Volleyball Team defeated Bethel College in a 3-1 victory, bringing the number of straight wins to 10. Jets Volleyball is now ranked second in the Heartland Conference, just behind University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. Newman University Jets Volleyball will square off with St. Mary’s University at… Continue reading Jets volleyball turns up the heat with 10 straight wins
Newman alum, supporter Dan Giroux announces bid for Congress
Dan Giroux, a 1996 graduate of Newman University and prominent Wichita attorney, announced his candidacy today for the United States House of Representatives, seeking to represent the 4th Congressional District of Kansas. Giroux is president of the Newman Booster Club, and co-founder of the Wichita Gladiator Dash, which raises funds for Newman Athletics. Giroux also serves on the board of… Continue reading Newman alum, supporter Dan Giroux announces bid for Congress
Visit advances new collaboration, expanded opportunities for Newman University students on the horizon
In the not-too-distant future, Newman University students could be taking some coursework to complete their major in the United Kingdom. That possibility along with plenty of “intercontinental bonding” took place this week as Newman welcomed two representatives from Newman University in Birmingham, England. Associate Dean of the School of Human Sciences Paul Ryan and Director of… Continue reading Visit advances new collaboration, expanded opportunities for Newman University students on the horizon
Newman pre-law students take part in 2015 MINK Law Day
On Sept. 10 a group of Newman pre-law students traveled with Professor of Sociology and Pre-Law Advisor Larry Heck, Ph.D. to Overland Park, Kan., to attend MINK Law Day. MINK Law Day is presented by law schools in Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas, and brings together representatives from more than 82 law schools from across the country. The… Continue reading Newman pre-law students take part in 2015 MINK Law Day
‘Hay Fever’ show to ‘infect’ campus with laughter
The Newman University Theatre Department season opener “Hay Fever” is said to cause symptoms including uncontrollable giggling, light-heartedness, and, in extreme cases, highly infectious laughter in people of all ages. “Hay Fever” will be presented at 8 p.m. on Oct. 8, 9 and 10, and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 11. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors and… Continue reading ‘Hay Fever’ show to ‘infect’ campus with laughter
NU Troubadours travel across Midwest
Recently, the Newman University Troubadours traveled across the Midwest doing what they do best: Singing. The trip started on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015. The Troubadours’ first stop was Blue Springs, Mo., a suburb outside the Kansas City area where senior Troubadour Mary O’Neal attended high school. The Troubadours performed for the Blue Springs choir class to entertain… Continue reading NU Troubadours travel across Midwest
‘Swapping Students’ this week on 360Five!
Newman360Five is still going with fun and student-led content! This week watch as the boys get a taste for what the other does here at Newman University. Jalen gets on stage and Justin tries shooting a basket. Also, featuring a few Newman students, 360Five has a Public Service Announcement to share on the dangers and disadvantages… Continue reading ‘Swapping Students’ this week on 360Five!
Party on the Plaza sets fundraising record
The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraising event has always been successful in the past. Despite a slightly lower number of attendees for the 2015 Party on the Plaza, donors helped set a new net record of $140,000 to go toward the Newman University scholarship fund. Scholarship fundraising is a critical part of… Continue reading Party on the Plaza sets fundraising record
Icer Vaughan selected for CIO Award
Newman University Chief Information Officer Icer Vaughan has been named one of the Wichita Business Journal’s 2015 CIO Award recipients. Vaughan, who will receive the award on Nov. 17 at a luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Wichita, said he was surprised and humbled by the honor. As chief information officer, Vaughan performs many of the tasks… Continue reading Icer Vaughan selected for CIO Award
Renowned expert and author on hunger David Beckmann to speak at Newman University Oct. 6
Rev. David Beckmann, author of Exodus from Hunger and a noted expert on overcoming hunger and poverty, will speak at Newman University at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center, in the Dugan Library on the Newman campus. The lecture is free and open to the public. Beckmann, a World Food… Continue reading Renowned expert and author on hunger David Beckmann to speak at Newman University Oct. 6
Pope Francis signed photo to be auctioned at Party on the Plaza
While there are many great live and silent auction items at this year’s Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser event, one auction item in particular deserves special attention. Newman University will auction an autographed photo of Pope Francis. The highest bidder will own this 19.5″ x 15.5″ exquisite photo of Pope Francis, signed by the Holy Father himself and… Continue reading Pope Francis signed photo to be auctioned at Party on the Plaza
For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
“You are only as good as the things you love.” Those are words to live by according to Dr. George Smith, Associate Professor of Accountancy at Newman and a man with many interesting hobbies. At the beginning of Smith’s 20-year career at Newman, he made a point of being an active member of the Newman… Continue reading For Dr. George Smith, Newman has helped him discover his passions
Newman University Pope Mania
With Pope Francis on American soil there is no shortage of interest being generated for his first U.S. visit, especially on the Newman campus. Newman Campus Ministries hosted a doughnut and coffee watch party in the Roths Alumni Center for students, faculty and staff who wanted to view the papal address to the United States Congress. It… Continue reading Newman University Pope Mania
Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
The Newman University volleyball team, under first-year coach Destiny Clark, finally gets to spend some time at home. The Jets begin a six-game home stand as they play host to St. Edward’s at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24 in Fugate Gymnasium. But the road has been very good for Newman. The Jets are currently on a… Continue reading Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
In this week’s Newman360Five: Steckline Gallery, Bo Knows, contests and more!
Lots of fun is happening this week with Newman360Five! Watch as we highlight last month’s Steckline Gallery grand opening in conjunction with the Final Friday Art Crawl in Wichita. If you think that looks like fun, head over to the De Mattias Fine Arts Center for THIS month’s Steckline Final Friday! Click here for more… Continue reading In this week’s Newman360Five: Steckline Gallery, Bo Knows, contests and more!
Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Newman University Dean of Students Levi Esses is known on campus as a friendly man who is there to help his students, and pose for group selfies from time to time. Now, as a result of his quick action in a potential life-threatening situation Sept. 22, Esses is being hailed as a hero. Esses’ rise… Continue reading Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America
Although his plans include visiting only three cities, plenty of students, staff and faculty at Newman University say they are affected – and excited – about the visit to the United States of Pope Francis. Pope Francis arrived in the United States Tuesday, Sept. 22 for a six-day visit that will include the first-ever canonization… Continue reading Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America
Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Blair Benton is a junior Cardinal Newman Scholar from Benton, Kan. currently studying Pre-Medicine at Newman University. The youngest sibling in her family, Blair chose Newman for its impressive reputation in the sciences and for the numerous scholarship opportunities. After being inspired to get involved on campus through various service volunteerism activities, Blair chose to spend… Continue reading Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own
Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
On Thursday morning, Sept. 24, His Holiness Pope Francis made an historic address to the United States Congress. The pontiff spoke about the ideals that make this country great but also called on people of all walks of life to “build a better future.” On Sept. 18, a group of Newman University students, alumni, staff,… Continue reading Newman shows strong support for ‘Pope Francis Build’
Hesburgh and constitutional speaker to hold lecture Sept. 29
Newman University will host a lecture from Walter Nicgorski, University of Notre Dame professor emeritus and concurrent professor of political science, at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Nicgorski, a Hesburgh lecturer and constitutional speaker, will discuss the American political foundation in his lecture: “The American Constitutional Tradition: Historic Strengths and… Continue reading Hesburgh and constitutional speaker to hold lecture Sept. 29
NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
On Sunday, Sept. 13, Newman University nursing students visited the 2015 Kansas State Fair to provide an important community service. Every year for the past four years, third-semester nursing students enrolled in the community health nursing class have volunteered to assist the Kansas Lions Club with its mobile health screening initiative. The screening includes tests for hearing, vision, blood… Continue reading NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair
Live auction items at Party on the Plaza
The Newman University Party on the Plaza scholarship fundraiser is just a little over a week away – Saturday, Sept. 26. One of the highlights of the evening is the live auction. Every year this event brings new auction items provided by many donors. This year is no exception. How would you like to have… Continue reading Live auction items at Party on the Plaza
SGA announces web site, freshmen and transfer senator election results
The Student Government Association (SGA) launched its web site this week and held its freshmen and transfer senator election. SGA represents the students and conveys their needs to the faculty and administration. All students are members of this organization and are represented by elected officers and representatives. The new web site gives students an opportunity to… Continue reading SGA announces web site, freshmen and transfer senator election results
Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Director of Residence Life Lucas Mullin was recently appointed as the new NASPA Region IV-West Kansas membership coordinator. Mullin said that during his three-year term he would be responsible for a multitude of tasks, including attending the regional and national conferences, reviewing state membership reports, building connections and recruiting NASPA members, and providing progress reports… Continue reading Newman Resident Life director named to regional post
Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Newman University alum Andrew Danielski made a special 5,219 mile trip back to campus the week of Sept. 14 in order to show his family around his alma mater. Danielski is from Warsaw, Poland, and came to Wichita to attend Newman from 1993 to 1997. Danielski graduated from Newman with a bachelor’s degree in computer information… Continue reading Newman grad and family travel 5K miles to visit campus
Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Imagine walking into your very first college class. You’ve been thinking about this day for years, and you’re excited, but the unknowns race through your head. How many people will there be? Am I dressed like a college student? Did I buy the right book? The anxiety builds as you open the door and walk… Continue reading Learning Communities: Finding Your Niche at Newman
Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni
The Newman University Career Services Office provides students and alumni with a variety of resources for career planning and professional development. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the services available through the Student Success Center, located in Sacred Heart Hall on the Newman campus. Services provided include: Resume and cover letter review and writing… Continue reading Newman Career Services here to help students, alumni