Soon-to-be Newman graduate Kaitlyn Stallard has the unique opportunity of teaching in the same fourth-grade classroom where she was once a student. While it feels strange to return to her… Continue reading Newman student teaches where she was once taught
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Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
Alumna Paige Towey ‘17 has been chosen as a recipient of the 2019 Kansas Horizon Award from the Kansas State Department of Education. Sixteen elementary school teachers and 16 high… Continue reading Alumna Paige Towey wins Kansas Horizon Award
High Tea finds new name, keeps old traditions
Newman University’s annual High Tea has a new name. Now known as the St. John Henry Newman High Tea, it is keeping the same, long-lasting practices that make it a… Continue reading High Tea finds new name, keeps old traditions
Driven to succeed: 2019 grad lands job with Nebraska Huskers
Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
The Newman University Student Life office organized its second annual Martin Luther King Jr. March and Distinguished Service Award Ceremony. A large crowd gathered the evening of Jan. 16 in… Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr. celebration recognizes distinguished service
Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
Alumna Regan Casey graduated from the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy Dec. 5, 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Newman in May 2019 and began… Continue reading Newman alumna becomes Kansas State Trooper
What a difference a decade makes
As the year 2019 comes to an end, a new decade begins. We took a look at all that we accomplished during the past ten years.
Lasting skill sets developed through Scholars Day projects
Scholars Day is an important part of every semester at Newman University. It’s held on the first day of finals week and includes PowerPoint and poster presentations from upperclassmen completing… Continue reading Lasting skill sets developed through Scholars Day projects
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
Preview Day sparks interest for potential students
To provide opportunities for potential students to visit Newman University, the admissions department hosts events for high school and transfer students throughout the year to explore the campus and inquire… Continue reading Preview Day sparks interest for potential students
The new student experience: Navigator
Newman University will implement a personalized, guided college experience for all undergraduate students starting fall 2020.
Seniors to present projects at fall Scholars Day
Seniors all over campus are breaking out their poster board and PowerPoint presentations and gearing up for Scholars Day 2019, which is Dec. 9. With such a wide variety of… Continue reading Seniors to present projects at fall Scholars Day
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 announces new Dean of Arts and Sciences
Newman University School of Arts and Sciences has a new dean.
Gabrielle Altenor receives national conference scholarship
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
SGA and nursing department provide free flu shots
The Newman University Student Government Association (SGA) along with the nursing department co-sponsored an event Oct. 7 to provide free flu shots for Newman students. The shots were in high… Continue reading SGA and nursing department provide free flu shots
History conference coming to Newman
The Kansas Council for History Education (KCHE) is hosting its annual state conference at Newman University Oct. 20-21. Emily Williams, Newman alumna and adjunct history professor who serves as the… Continue reading History conference coming to Newman
Mentorship program fuels support for student-athletes
Student-athletes work hard for their university. Between keeping up with their studies and juggling conditioning, practices and games, they work practically nonstop to carry out their duties. Due to these… Continue reading Mentorship program fuels support for student-athletes
Newman pre-law students attend MINK Law Day
Newman University is laying down the law. Through the pre-law program, four students joined advisor Larry Heck, professor of sociology and assistant undergraduate dean of the division of social sciences,… Continue reading Newman pre-law students attend MINK Law Day
The life and legacy of Sister Mary Thomasine Stoecklein
Sister Mary Thomasine Stoecklein, ASC, passed away Sept. 4, 2019, at age 96. Her contributions to education and athletic achievement at Newman University will be remembered by the Newman community.… Continue reading The life and legacy of Sister Mary Thomasine Stoecklein
Alumnus returns as new university chaplain
Newman University welcomed back a friendly face in June 2019 — alumnus Father Adam Grelinger has been assigned as the new chaplain.
Baseball coach implements new philosophy
Head Baseball Coach Drew Maus is throwing a curveball at the baseball program. Maus has become popular for what many students have pegged as interesting rules and methods. During the… Continue reading Baseball coach implements new philosophy
Faculty member reflects on becoming the parent of a college student
Students aren’t the only ones who start college feeling scared, excited, stressed and ready for fun all at the same time. Parents can have those same feelings as they send… Continue reading Faculty member reflects on becoming the parent of a college student
Incoming students share thoughts about preparing for college
Editor’s note: Newman student Allison Schoeppner ’18, ’20 reflects on her time as an incoming freshman and how she prepared for her collegiate journey. She also spoke with students who… Continue reading Incoming students share thoughts about preparing for college
Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Known to his Wichita Eagle readers as Keeper of the Plans, Matt Riedl is making new plans for himself with his recent move to Arlington, Virginia. Riedl, a 2015 Newman… Continue reading Keeper of the Plans Matt Riedl ’15 relocates to Virginia
Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
Newman University introduced Jet Camp in 2019 — a new weeklong summer program that allows first-time students to prepare for college and receive additional opportunities throughout their college experience. Melody… Continue reading Jet Camp helps first-time students prepare for college
Newman students explore culture and language during Guatemala journey
Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
Amanda Becker, a December 2018 graduate with a degree in theology and mathematics, is headed to Baylor in the fall to pursue her dream of teaching theology. Becker never planned… Continue reading Theology and mathematics graduate attends Baylor
ASC launches ‘Habits’ podcast
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) are joining the podcast world with their new show “Habits: The Good, The Bad and the Holy.” The ASC sisters released their… Continue reading ASC launches ‘Habits’ podcast
Looking back on ISSP 2019
Each year, Newman University hosts the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP). The camp allows high school students a chance to experience an immersive college experience, living in residence halls and… Continue reading Looking back on ISSP 2019
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
Newman students experience a summer of service at the ASC Center
All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
An all-Newman team participated in the Tallgrass Film Festival “Take 36” film race, which took place June 28-30, with their short film “Next of Kin.” As part of the competition,… Continue reading All-Newman team competes in ‘Take 36’ film race
Newman celebrates its first Spirit MBA cohort graduates
The Newman University School of Business was proud to recognize its first Spirit Aerosystems cohort of Master of Business Administration (MBA) students during the 2019 commencement ceremony.
Newman alumnus knocks data internship out of the park
Many people think that athletics and academics are completely different fields, but alumnus Quinton Bonnell is bringing together baseball and data through his data analysis internship with Lion Graph. “When… Continue reading Newman alumnus knocks data internship out of the park
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
The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience
Every other year, students are offered an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Europe in the classroom and then travel to experience and expand that knowledge. Professor… Continue reading The ‘Europe by Rail’ experience
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