Like many universities around the country, Newman University had to make a difficult decision regarding its annual spring 2020 commencement ceremony. Due to the gathering restrictions as a result of… Continue reading Newman University holds first-ever virtual commencement
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Like mother, like daughter: graduating together for a second time
Mother and daughter graduates Denise and Alyssa Cooley celebrated their graduation day together — for the second time. Even though they weren’t able to participate in a traditional commencement ceremony… Continue reading Like mother, like daughter: graduating together for a second time
Virtual graduation set for Friday, May 8
Newman University will hold its 2020 spring commencement virtually at 3 p.m., May 8, on its website and social media channels. The online graduation ceremony replaces the traditional in-person celebration… Continue reading Virtual graduation set for Friday, May 8
Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
Newman University is known for its popular science and allied health programs. In fact, nearly half of Newman’s programs are focused on mental and physical health. One of those programs is diagnostic… Continue reading Preparing students for a career in diagnostic medical sonography
From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Kristen Machacek knew she wanted to pursue a doctor of pharmacy degree before she ever started college. Her curiosity and interest in the health care field was triggered when she… Continue reading From Newman student to doctor of pharmacy
Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
Alumnus and former business professor Honorable Thomas E. Malone ‘76 has been chosen as one of three nominees to be a justice on the Kansas Supreme Court. Malone, who graduated… Continue reading Newman alumnus considered for state Supreme Court justice
St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
At St. John Henry Newman Mass on Feb. 20, Father Adam Grelinger delivered a homily based on a poem by Saint John Henry Newman titled ‘My Birthday.’ Newman wrote the… Continue reading St. John Henry Newman Birthday Poem – a homily
Nursing Pinning Ceremony celebrates fall 2019 candidates
Newman Honors Program newsletter coming soon
The Newman Honors Program will launch a newsletter in 2020 for program alumni, students and their families. The newsletter is something the program director, Kelly McFall, Ph.D., has been thinking… Continue reading Newman Honors Program newsletter coming soon
What a year! Check out 2019’s happenings at Newman University
As we welcome in a new year with all its many adventures to come, we look back and celebrate all the great things 2019 brought us.
Newman University School of Business has a new dean
Newman University has named Jill Fort, Ph.D., as its new dean for the School of Business effective January 2020. Fort is excited to begin her role as dean in a… Continue reading Newman University School of Business has a new dean
Education and Social Work open house coming Nov. 14
Newman University will host an open house event Nov. 14 for students interested in education and social work programs. The open house is one of four offered this fall and… Continue reading Education and Social Work open house coming Nov. 14
Newman community members attend namesake’s canonization
Fall Job and Internship Fair connects students with community
The Runway Learning Center hosted the fall Job and Internship Fair on Oct. 7 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Nearly 100 students attended the event with the opportunity to network… Continue reading Fall Job and Internship Fair connects students with community
Sloppy Joe Improv team grows
Sloppy Joe Improv — Newman University’s improv comedy group — has provided the community with years of entertainment and is ready to start a new season. With the departures of… Continue reading Sloppy Joe Improv team grows
Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
The Newman University School of Education chose Tara Thomas to receive the Sister Thomasine Stoecklein Teaching Academy Scholarship. The scholarship is named for Stoecklein, who was born in 1923 and… Continue reading Teaching Academy scholarship awarded to Bishop Carroll graduate
Newman University to celebrate canonization of namesake
Medical doctor connects faith and health care through theology degree
Newman University has always been known for its Catholic heritage, offering a faith-based liberal arts education with the purpose of empowering graduates to transform society. Its newly formed School of… Continue reading Medical doctor connects faith and health care through theology degree
Offering education in western Kansas
Students located in western Kansas are able to gain a Newman University education without traveling to the main campus in Wichita, Kansas. Dodge City is home to a small Newman… Continue reading Offering education in western Kansas
Handshake gives Newman students more opportunities
Sacred Heart class of ’64 will celebrate 55 years
The Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) class of 1964 will hold a gathering from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 19 in the Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Alumni Center at Newman University to… Continue reading Sacred Heart class of ’64 will celebrate 55 years
Prestigious Ablah Awards presented at Newman commencement ceremony
Newman University announces the retirement of President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D.
President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., is set to retire at the end of 2019.
Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
The spring 2019 Baccalaureate Mass took place at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10, in The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. The Mass drew students, parents and friends… Continue reading Students reflect on lessons learned at Baccalaureate Mass
Megan Cook receives Faculty Teaching Excellence award
Each spring, Newman University students can nominate a full-time professor for the Faculty Teaching Excellence award. This year, the award was given to Megan Cook, DNAP, MSNA, assistant director, clinical… Continue reading Megan Cook receives Faculty Teaching Excellence award
Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
Hundreds of people stood from their chairs and cheered when Director of Campus Security Morris “Mo” Floyd received the prestigious Staff Excellence Award at this year’s Honors and Academic Awards… Continue reading Mo Floyd receives prestigious Staff Excellence Award
Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Upcoming graduates have been busy studying for finals, decorating their graduation caps and making arrangements to celebrate their special day with family and friends. Commencement weekend is just around the… Continue reading Newman University will soon celebrate 2019 Commencement
Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
A Newman University faculty member was recognized at this year’s Kansas Respiratory Care Society (KRCS) seminar. Margaret “Meg” Trumpp, M.Ed., is an assistant professor of respiratory care, the director of… Continue reading Meg Trumpp honored by Kansas Respiratory Care Society
Newman honors program enriches student education, opportunities
Kelly McFall, Ph.D., professor of history and chair of the division of humanities, is the director of the honors program at Newman University. He stated its purpose is to “give… Continue reading Newman honors program enriches student education, opportunities
Students present original research at history conference
Newman University was well represented at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians (KAH) Conference with seven students presenting original research. According to KAH officials, Newman had the largest representation of… Continue reading Students present original research at history conference
Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
A panel of finalists for the 2019 Kansas Teacher of the Year visited Newman University Feb. 28, spending quality time with current Newman students, staff and faculty. The Kansas State… Continue reading Kansas Teacher of the Year finalists visit Newman University
Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman alumnus Wesley Williams is completing his final semester of law school in Washington, D.C. Williams will graduate with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas (KU) School… Continue reading Alumnus interns in Washington, D.C., while finishing law degree
Newman Black Student Union gears up for Black History Month events
The Newman University Black Student Union (BSU) is planning several events to celebrate Black History Month. Festivities begin Feb. 1, which BSU is designating “Black Friday,” encouraging students to wear… Continue reading Newman Black Student Union gears up for Black History Month events
Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Wichita Northeast Magnet School students Michelle Tong and Evan Saga were two of five high school seniors recently awarded the Cardinal Newman Scholarship, Newman University’s highest and most prestigious scholarship… Continue reading Newman awards prestigious Cardinal Newman Scholarship to two Northeast Magnet School students
Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
Recent graduates Delaney Galpin and Megan Sloan, of the Newman Univeristy Western Kansas Center, received a 2018 “Teachers of Promise” award. Galpin and Sloan are December 2018 graduates of Newman… Continue reading Newman students receive ‘Teachers of Promise’ award
2018 — A Year in Review
Another calendar year has come to an end. Newman University has much to be thankful for as we look to the future. Take a walk with us down memory lane… Continue reading 2018 — A Year in Review
Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Newman University recognized 15 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree during the fall 2018 Nursing Pinning Ceremony. The ceremony was held Dec. 14 in the De Mattias… Continue reading Fall pinning ceremony recognizes nursing degree candidates
Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Newman Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli was recognized as a distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University (MSU) in Wichita Falls, Texas, during its… Continue reading Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Let the college search begin
Applying for college is a big step in life whether the applicant is a traditional student fresh from high school graduation or a nontraditional student who is returning after being… Continue reading Let the college search begin
Bridging the gap between business and emotional intelligence
The Newman University School of Business is integrating a comprehensive emphasis on emotional intelligence into its curriculum in order to produce more well-rounded graduates. Dean of the School of Business Brett… Continue reading Bridging the gap between business and emotional intelligence