In the day of MOOCs and online courses, Newman University believes it’s important to not forget about another kind of delivery; a combination of live instruction with a technological twist. It’s Interactive Television (ITV), and though not new, the delivery method still proves to be valuable, and therefore worthy of attention.
Affirmations of the University – Newman student part of Wichita Grand Opera production ‘William Tell’
Newman University senior Brittany Jonas will be a member of the chorus in the Wichita Grand Opera production of Gioachino Rossini’s masterpiece “William Tell,” at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22 in the Century II Performing Arts Center, Concert Hall. The production will mark the third opera Jonas has appeared in. She is currently a senior at Newman… Continue reading Affirmations of the University – Newman student part of Wichita Grand Opera production ‘William Tell’
Share your love for Newman Fine Arts through the Wichita Art Day of Giving social competition
On Feb. 28 Newman University will take part in the Wichita Art Day of Giving. As part of the Wichita Art Day of Giving, the Wichita Community Foundation has launched a social media competition and Newman needs your vote! The winning organization will receive $500.
Azzun, Beck named Homecoming queen and king
Gladys Azzun and Alex Beck were named 2014 Homecoming queen and king at the Homecoming men’s basketball game against McMurray University Saturday, Feb. 8. Both Azzun and Beck are biology majors with a sports medicine minor. Congratulations!
Newman University welcomes Vice President for Enrollment Management Mark Barrett
Mark G. Barrett has been named vice president for Enrollment Management at Newman University, effective Feb. 18, 2014.
Affirmations of the university – NU student receives nursing scholarship
Newman University student Nicole Crites recently received a $500 nursing scholarship from Credit Union of America. Congratulations Nicole! See the original post on the Credit Union of America Facebook page.
Alums called to share stories to be published in Newman University Magazine
Attention all NU alums! Alumni are encouraged to share their stories to keep the university and fellow alums updated. The stories received will be published in a future issue of the Newman University Magazine.
Science and math alumni visit with former faculty and classmates
Newman University invited science, allied health, and mathematics alumni to the Heimerman Science Center on Saturday, Feb. 8 to socialize and reminisce with faculty and former classmates, and saw a good turnout.
Social Work professor and partners create Mindfulness Retreat
Mindfulness is a popular buzz word these days and professionals in the social work field are learning more and more about the mental, physical and psychological benefits it has to offer.
Closing reception for ‘Kansas: The Lost Art of Looking’ set for Feb. 21
A closing reception for the Steckline Gallery “Kansas: The Lost Art of Looking” exhibit will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at the gallery, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on the Newman campus. The exhibit features the work of Bob Benson and Robin Lies. The reception is free and open to… Continue reading Closing reception for ‘Kansas: The Lost Art of Looking’ set for Feb. 21
President Carrocci joins with other leaders to enhance city through ‘Together Wichita 2014’
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. has joined with 21 other leaders of education and business for “Together Wichita 2014,” a partnership designed to celebrate life in Wichita, and to identify, organize and fund projects to enhance the community.
Dodge City Diocese establishes Bishop Brungardt scholarship for Newman students in Western Kansas
The Diocese of Dodge City, in cooperation with Newman University, has established the Bishop John B. Brungardt Endowed Scholarship Fund to assist students from the Dodge City Diocese who are enrolled full-time at Newman University.
Men’s basketball game to be broadcast live from Fugate Gymnasium Feb. 22
The Feb. 22 Newman University Men’s Basketball game against Dallas Baptist University will be broadcast live to a national television audience on the CBS Sports Network Game of the Week.
Abigail Perkiss to present History Series lecture Feb. 11
***Attention*** This event has been cancelled. Weather has prevented the speaker from flying into Wichita for this event.
Newman University Theatre Department presents ‘Iphigenia’
***Update — The Theatre Department is pleased to announce that the final performance of “Iphigenia,” which was supposed to have occurred Monday at 2:00, has been rescheduled for tomorrow evening for a special showing at 7:30. ***
Feb. 11 Mission Talk at Newman University explores link between Catholic Rural Life and Newman’s first president
Newman University continues to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its founding with the third in a series of four Mission Talks regarding the first president of the university, Rev. Leon McNeill.
Newman University hosts Transfer Information Night Feb. 18
Newman University will host a Transfer Information Night on Tuesday, Feb. 18 on the university campus. This event is for students from other colleges who want to learn more about Newman University. The event will start at 5:45 p.m. in the Alumni Welcome Center, on the 2nd floor of Dugan Library.
Affirmations of the University – nurse navigator helps women cope
Jolinda Kelley, a graduate of Newman University, is taking on a new role at Wesley Medical Center as nurse navigator. No, she does not direct traffic in a nurse outfit – but she does help point people in the right direction.
Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant program receives 10-year reaccreditation
The Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant program has been awarded a coveted 10-year reaccreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
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ICT Campus Closed Tuesday Due To Inclement Weather
ICT Campus and classes closed Tuesday Feb. 4. All ICT classes and offices closed due to winter weather. Stay warm and safe!
Science, mathematics, nursing, and allied health alums – last call for Heimerman Hall Open House this Saturday, Feb. 8
Reminisce and visit with your favorite former professors, classmates and others who attended Newman when you were here. Meet faculty who taught at Newman in the past and other alumni. The NU Bookstore will be open until 6 p.m. to purchase NU memorabilia and clothes for you and your children. Also at 6 p.m. –… Continue reading Science, mathematics, nursing, and allied health alums – last call for Heimerman Hall Open House this Saturday, Feb. 8
Affirmations of the University – Recent NU grad to release debut album
December 2013 graduate Kimberlyn Cook, who uses the stage name Kimberlyn Jo, will release her debut country album “Dueling Dreams” on Feb. 3. Cook studied law during her time at NU while writing and recording tracks for her album this semester. The album will be available on iTunes, Pandora, Amazon and Spotify.
Newman Student Government Association collecting items for Human Trafficking Awareness Month
As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the Newman University Student Government Association, in partnership with Wichita State University and Friends University, will be collecting items for The Exploited and Missing Children’s Unit of the Wichita Child Advocacy Center.
Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
On Feb. 8 Newman University alumni are invited to come visit with former professors and to reminisce with friends and fellow alums about class time memories, professional achievements, and catch up on the latest news. The NU Bookstore will be open until 6 p.m. for anyone to purchase Newman memorabilia and clothing. Newman President Noreen M.… Continue reading Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
Death Penalty Panel Discussion
The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University hosted a panel discussion on Jan. 23 over the topic of the Death Penalty in Kansas. The panel featured Josh Papsdorf, associate professor of theology at Newman University; Michael Birzer, professor of criminal justice and director of the School of Community Affairs at Wichita State University;… Continue reading Death Penalty Panel Discussion
Newman University theatre student advances to national playwriting competition
Newman University theatre student C.L. Smet received a green light to advance to a national competition from judges at the Region V conference of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). Smet and her play, entitled “Every Tuesday,” will advance to the national festival set for April 14-19, 2014 in the Kennedy Center in… Continue reading Newman University theatre student advances to national playwriting competition
Sloppy Joes to hold breast cancer benefit show Feb. 8
The Newman University Improv group The Sloppy Joes will present a breast cancer benefit show on Feb. 8. The event will be held in Performance Hall in the De Mattias Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 with all proceeds going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Feb. 12 Mission Talk will focus on Rev. Leon McNeill, Catholic Rural Life
Newman University will hold the third in a series of four Mission Talks about Rev. Leon A. McNeill, the first president of Sacred Heart Junior College, now Newman University, The talk, which will focus on McNeill’s involvement with the Catholic Rural Life organization, will be presented at noon, Feb. 11 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni… Continue reading Feb. 12 Mission Talk will focus on Rev. Leon McNeill, Catholic Rural Life
Cardinal Newman authority Kevin Godfrey will speak at Newman University Feb. 18
As part of Cardinal Newman Week, the annual week-long celebration of Blessed John Henry Cardinal Newman
Affirmations of the university – Newman Board member becomes president at The Gateway for Cancer Research
Newman University Board of Trustees member and past Sacred Heart College student Teresa Hall Bartels was recently named president at The Gateway for Cancer Research. Bartels is featured in an article for PRWeb.
Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
Stephen Palubicki, Ph.D. … Sr. Therese Wetta, ASC… Barbara Wing … These former professors – as well as current faculty members Surendra Singh, Ph.D., Susan Orsbon, Stacy Jones, Ph.D. and other biology faculty – will be on hand Saturday, Feb. 8 in the Heimerman Science Center at a special event for mathematics and other sciences,… Continue reading Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
Newman University to host human trafficking awareness event Jan. 29
In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Newman University will host a Volunteer Fair and a free screening of the documentary film, “What I Have Been Through is Not Who I Am,” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
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Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Francis invited to Jan. 23 event
Newman University alumni who are physicians, nurses, nurse anesthetists and other allied health professionals employed by Via Christi-St. Francis Hospital are invited to a special event on Thursday, Jan. 23 in the Holt Conference Room at the Via Christi-St. Francis facility. Newman alums are invited to reconnect, enjoy a complimentary meal, visit and relax at this… Continue reading Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Francis invited to Jan. 23 event
Join us at ‘Newman Night with the Wichita Thunder’ Feb. 21
On Friday, Feb. 21 Newman will host “Newman Night with the Wichita Thunder” at the Intrust Bank Arena (Vault room). Bring your family to enjoy a free Thunder hockey game. The event includes free tickets for the family to the game. Seating is limited. To ensure your seat, RSVP by 9 a.m. on Feb. 21. Tickets… Continue reading Join us at ‘Newman Night with the Wichita Thunder’ Feb. 21
Newman celebrates Nurse Anesthetists Week, Jan. 19 – 25
The week of Jan. 19 through 25 will be the 15th annual National Nurse Anesthetists Week. Nurse anesthetists administer approximately 33 million anesthetics in the United States each year. They provide anesthesia in every setting in which anesthesia is administered, including hospital operating and delivery rooms, ambulatory surgical centers, pain management centers, public health services and… Continue reading Newman celebrates Nurse Anesthetists Week, Jan. 19 – 25
Newman University honors Fall 2013 graduates
The Newman University Fall 2013 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. A total of 172 graduates were honored in the ceremony, including 40 individuals with associate’s degrees, 88 graduates with bachelor’s degrees, and 44 individuals with master’s degrees.
Mathematics and other science alums invited to visit with favorite professors Feb. 8
Dr. JoAnn Mark, ASC … Dr. Dan Fitzgerald … Dennis Schmidt … Jim Klenke … All these former professors – as well as current faculty members Barbara Sponsel, John Vogt and Lori Steiner – will be on hand Saturday, Feb. 8 in the Heimerman Science Center at a special event for mathematics and other science,… Continue reading Mathematics and other science alums invited to visit with favorite professors Feb. 8
Newman University students named to Dean’s List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2013. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and have attained a grade point average of 3.5 or better.