Brian Collier, Ph.D., will present the 2018 Hebsurgh Lecture titled, “Save Our Schools, Save Our Country, and Save Your Family: A History of Change in Education in America,” at 6:30… Continue reading Brian Collier of Notre Dame to present annual Hesburgh Lecture
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Party on the Plaza’s purpose is all about the students
Kelly Belanger keynote to address Title IX, college athletics
T&T students volunteer in the world of art
Cheryl Golden, Ph.D., professor of history and director of international studies at Newman University, connected with the Museum of World Treasures in Wichita for one of her Traditions and Transitions… Continue reading T&T students volunteer in the world of art
Newest Jets experience ‘Jet Days’ orientation
Nearly 200 new students and their families filtered into De Mattias Fine Arts Center to begin orientation on Aug. 24.
From alumni to employee
Many students say Newman University is a place that became their home during their college journey and describes their fellow students, staff and faculty as a family they didn’t expect… Continue reading From alumni to employee
Promoting Newman in Colorado Springs
Scott McIntosh, assistant professor of strategic intelligence, and Nikki Zdrojewski, graduate and adult admissions director, recently took a trip to Colorado Springs to spread the message of Newman University, largely… Continue reading Promoting Newman in Colorado Springs
Alumnus premieres feature film at Newman
After six years in the making, Newman alumnus Andrew Regoli ’17 premiered his first feature film, “Tuition Hike,” July 14 in the De Mattias Performance Hall at Newman University. Living… Continue reading Alumnus premieres feature film at Newman
Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
Newman students Leanne Vastbinder and Courtney Klaus recently traveled to New York City to participate in the Reacting to the Past Eighteenth Annual Faculty Institute held at Barnard College. Reacting to… Continue reading Newman students experience ‘Reacting to the Past’ in New York City
New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
The Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) community has recently elected its new leadership team for the upcoming six-year term, 2018-2024. Sister Vicki Bergkamp, a business professor at Newman… Continue reading New leadership team elected for the ASC U.S. region
Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
The 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) ended on a note of celebration Thursday, June 28, wrapping up another successful year of exploring STEM fields with high school sophomores through seniors.… Continue reading Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Alumna Rebekah Valentine has found a way to make a living by combining two of her loves — video gaming and writing. In May, Valentine landed a job with GamesIndustry.biz, the… Continue reading Alumna Rebekah Valentine lands job with lead video gaming trade publication
Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
At the start of her senior year, alumna Rachel Adducci “freaked out” because she had no idea what she wanted to do after graduation. One year later, she has been… Continue reading Newman graduate Rachel Adducci headed to New York
13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
A total of 13 seminarians from Wichita and surrounding states are taking an intensive Spanish program at Newman University this summer. The program is an intensive Spanish immersion comprising two… Continue reading 13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Newman student Tammy Nguyen decided she needed to step outside her box and take on a new challenge in order to grow personally and professionally. That is how she became… Continue reading Biology major Tammy Nguyen takes the stage
Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
The Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) has chosen Newman Associate Professor of Chemistry Ryan Huschka, Ph.D., to participate in the 2018 Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy. Huschka will represent Newman University… Continue reading Ryan Huschka chosen for KICA Aspiring Campus Leaders Academy
Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
After years of shuffling around textbooks, completing group projects and pulling all-nighters to finish research papers that should have been done long ago, the hard work of earning a college… Continue reading Five recent Newman graduates kickstart their careers
MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Newman University will enter the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) beginning fall 2019 as an affiliate member — and the excitement is building. Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., has called… Continue reading MIAA excitement is building with still another year to go
Summer camp season is here
While Newman students generally vacate campus during the summer, students ranging from kindergarten to college enjoy summer camps of all varieties on campus. Camps for sports, music and academics are… Continue reading Summer camp season is here
Graduates reflect on commencement day
Part of the Newman University mission statement is to “empower graduates to transform society.” According to these graduates, the programs and opportunities provided by Newman do not disappoint in doing… Continue reading Graduates reflect on commencement day
Newman math major wins local half-marathon
Recent Newman graduate Austin Lavin has been training for months to prepare for the local Prairie Fire Half Marathon — and his dedication and determination paid off. Lavin won the… Continue reading Newman math major wins local half-marathon
Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Cheryl Golden, Ph.D., Newman University professor of history and director of international studies, has been selected as one of 20 faculty members in the U.S. who will travel to Greece… Continue reading Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Commencement weekend 2018
Commencement weekend was full of ceremonies, awards and celebrations for the 2018 Newman University graduates.
Spring 2018 Newman University Magazine now available online
While the Spring 2018 edition of the Newman University Magazine continues to hit mailboxes this week, articles featured in the issue are now available online at https://mag.newmanu.edu. The theme of… Continue reading Spring 2018 Newman University Magazine now available online
Graduate student Kelly Hopkins helps children in abusive environments
Six years ago, Kelly Hopkins decided to take on some volunteer work. Little did she know, that volunteer work would carry over to her future career.
STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman University celebrated another successful semester of the STEM Scholars Program with 23 high school students and their families on Wednesday afternoon. Through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)… Continue reading STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Each semester at Newman University, students at all academic levels practice professional presentation skills using months of gathered research and findings. Scholars Day at Newman has been happening at the… Continue reading Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Leadership coaching skills — an important asset for future graduates
Gina Marx, associate professor of education and director of graduate education, has been connecting with her peers worldwide through the International Coach Federation (ICF) Heartland Charter Chapter. Marx, who is… Continue reading Leadership coaching skills — an important asset for future graduates
Campus cats safely borrowed and returned after spay and neuter surgery
Last weekend, the friendly cats of Newman were collected, borrowed, spayed and neutered, then safely returned to their campus home on Monday. “For over a year, several people have discussed… Continue reading Campus cats safely borrowed and returned after spay and neuter surgery
Student-athletes honored at annual ‘Jetspys’
by David Rung The Newman athletics department celebrated its student-athletes at the 4th Annual Jetspy Awards May 1, to cap the 2017-18 sports season. The yearly awards gala featured 26… Continue reading Student-athletes honored at annual ‘Jetspys’
MSW to implement new cutting-edge curriculum
The Newman Master of Social Work (MSW) program is adopting a curriculum that reflects a new shift in the care that social workers provide. After a critical assessment of the current curriculum by… Continue reading MSW to implement new cutting-edge curriculum
Advisors guide the newest Jets to success
Registration Day is a day full of anticipation and excitement as students take the final step in becoming a Newman Jet.
Awards banquet honors distinguished alumni
Distinguished Newman alumni were honored at the annual Newman Alumni Awards Banquet April 21 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Newman University once again welcomed alumni from all over the country back to campus for a weekend full of activities during Newman Alumni Weekend held April 20-21. The weekend included… Continue reading Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Kansas District Court of Appeals judges recently visited campus April 17 to speak to a group of students. Professor of Sociology and Assistant Undergraduate Dean Larry Heck, Ph.D., arranged for the… Continue reading Kansas Court of Appeals judges meet with students to offer insight and advice
Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
The Newman University English department presented its annual Literature Festival, “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” April 12 and 13. Also known as, “Lit Fest,” the celebration is a… Continue reading Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
For the second year in a row, Ascension Healthcare, Via Christi Health, Wichita State University and the city of Wichita partnered to host Medical Mission at Home — an event… Continue reading Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
Academic Awards Banquet celebrates students, faculty and staff
Newman University hosted its second annual Academic Awards Banquet April 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Newman University is presenting its 19th Annual Literary Festival (Litfest), this year with a Harry Potter theme. “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” takes place April 12 and 13, with… Continue reading 19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge
“Leave things better than you found them,” is a saying that sophomore Samantha Rader takes to heart. Though Newman University has no shortage of highly involved and highly motivated students,… Continue reading Samantha Rader is always looking for the next challenge