The annual Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) pinning ceremony commenced on Saturday, May 13 in the DeMattias Performance Hall, followed by a reception in the Gorges Atrium. The ceremony honored the… Continue reading Newman presents Occupational Therapy Assistant pinning ceremony
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Spring 2017 Commencement ceremonies honor Newman University graduates
Hundreds gathered at Central Community Church in Wichita, Kan. on Saturday, May 13 during two separate ceremonies to honor the 2017 spring graduates during this year’s commencement ceremonies.
Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman University honored 29 students at a celebration banquet on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center to recognize the students from around Wichita who participated in the… Continue reading Annual banquet honors Hispanic and Native American Scholars Program students
Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Wichita native and Newman University graduate student Rachel Greene is set to receive The League of Women Voters (LWV) Sandra Day O’Connor Scholarship for the 2017-2018 academic year. “I was thrilled,”… Continue reading Newman graduate student awarded Wichita-area scholarship
Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Two Newman faculty members are retiring after lengthy service at the university. A special retirement reception was held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, to honor Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic… Continue reading Janie Ward and Clint Stucky retire from Newman
Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
On May 5, more than 120 Newman University senior students showed the Newman community the best of their research, scholarly and artistic work at the Spring 2017 Scholars Day. Scholars… Continue reading Students present major projects at Spring 2017 Scholars Day
Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Newman University will stage a number of events May 12 and 13 to celebrate Fall 2016, Spring 2017, and Summer 2017 Graduates. Both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies taking place… Continue reading Newman University to hold Spring 2017 graduation activities May 12-13
Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
The atrium in the Dugan Library was home to a student-created art exhibit over the course of April 24-28, 2017. The exhibit, titled “The Future of Syria,” included the work of… Continue reading Honors students host Syrian art exhibit
Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
An annual conference for “Reacting to the Past,” an innovative teaching method, will be hosted July 12 to 15 at Newman University. Associate Professor of History and Chair of the… Continue reading Newman to host ‘Reacting to the Past’ innovative game conference
Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
The anticipation of moving forward after graduating high school can be a time of excitement, nervousness and navigating the unknown. But for the students attending Newman beginning Fall 2017, the… Continue reading Newman hosts its first registration day for the 2017-2018 school year
New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
In December 2016, Director of the Graduate Education Program and Assistant Professor of Education Gina Marx, was elected Vice President/President Elect of the International Coach Federation Heartland Chapter forKansas/Missouri. According to… Continue reading New vice president of Coaching Federation Heartland chapter Gina Marx travels to Poland for global meeting
Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
This summer, Newman University is offering 20 affordable workshops for teachers who are looking to earn their Continuing Education credits for re-licensure. Registration is open as of April 3, 2017.… Continue reading Newman offers 20 affordable summer workshops for teachers
Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Banquet
Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2017 Academic Honors and Awards Banquet, held April 19 on the Newman campus.
SGA debate gives candidates a chance to talk about platforms
The Newman Student Government Association (SGA) is an important component of campus. The members of the SGA represent the voices of all Newman students, advocating for their concerns and passing… Continue reading SGA debate gives candidates a chance to talk about platforms
18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
The Newman University 18th annual Literary Festival is set to kick off on Thursday, April 20, 2017, with an opening keynote address by Dr. Tiffany Stern. Stern is the Chair… Continue reading 18th annual Literary Festival to take place April 20-22
Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Almost 130 Newman University scholarship donors, student scholarship recipients and guests gathered in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus Monday, April 3 for the 2017 Scholarship Luncheon. The… Continue reading Scholarship Luncheon, Joyful Jet Day provide the Newman community opportunity to say ‘Thank You’ to donors
Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
On Saturday, April 1, the Newman University campus was filled with high school juniors and their families who were interested in exploring the opportunities it has to offer during Junior… Continue reading Junior Open House gives high school students insight to college life
Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
Several Newman University alumni and students have recently accepted district superintendent positions and will begin their new roles this summer. Wichita Public School District 259 announced in February that Alicia… Continue reading Newman alumni, students recently named school superintendents
David Burkus is first to speak at the Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business launched its Distinguished Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 28 with a keynote presented by David Burkus.
Joan Melzer selected as expert panel member for national nursing exam
The National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCSBN) has chosen Newman University Associate Professor of Nursing Joan Melzer, M.N., M.S. as a subject matter expert for a… Continue reading Joan Melzer selected as expert panel member for national nursing exam
‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
On Friday, March 31, the Newman University art program will host their monthly Final Friday exhibit in the Steckline Gallery with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Both the reception… Continue reading ‘Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light’ is Final Friday art exhibit
Student Mary Cracraft saves grandmother’s life using skills learned in nursing program
Mary Cracraft is a third-semester nursing student at Newman University. During the 2016 Christmas break, she traveled to Blythdale, Mo., to spend time with her family. One night Cracraft felt a… Continue reading Student Mary Cracraft saves grandmother’s life using skills learned in nursing program
Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
A total of 80 hopefully soon-to-be Jets and their families were walking the campus at Accepted Student Day, which took place on Saturday, March 4 at Newman University. The day… Continue reading Newman invites potential Jets to campus for Accepted Student Day
Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
Between May 11 and 20, 2017, a delegation of two sisters — one associate and one sojourner — and two women Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) scholars from Newman University… Continue reading Students get the opportunity to travel to Liberia for pilgrimage
‘Guatemala Study and Serve’ alumni reception allows new group to prepare for trip
Every other year, Assistant Professor of Spanish Sonja Bontrager takes a group of students to Guatemala for the “Guatemala Study and Serve” program, where they speak, learn, and interact with… Continue reading ‘Guatemala Study and Serve’ alumni reception allows new group to prepare for trip
Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
Assistant Professor of Theology Matthew Umbarger will be leading a group of theology graduate students during a trip to the Holy Land, which will take place March 16-27, 2017. This trip… Continue reading Theology graduate program students to visit the Holy Land
Final Friday March 31 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features works by Laura Scholl
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Resonate with Stillness, Experience Light” by Laura Scholl as the seventh show of its 2016-2017 season. The exhibition of Scholl’s new works, which… Continue reading Final Friday March 31 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features works by Laura Scholl
Annual prayer breakfast focuses on ‘Pray All Ways Always’
The annual Newman University Prayer Breakfast will be held at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, March 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The program will begin at 7:45 a.m. and conclude at… Continue reading Annual prayer breakfast focuses on ‘Pray All Ways Always’
Newman student David Baalmann presents research at conference in New Orleans
Senior Newman student David Baalmann recently traveled with Assistant Professor of Chemistry John Leveritt, Ph.D. to attend and present research at the 61st Biophysical Society Meeting which took place Feb. 11-15 in New… Continue reading Newman student David Baalmann presents research at conference in New Orleans
Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
Newman University attended the KICA Student Day at the Kansas State Capitol on Feb. 13, 2017. The event is sponsored by the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). It is an opportunity for independent colleges all… Continue reading Newman students talk with legislators in Topeka
David Burkus to kick off the School of Business Speaker Series
The Newman University School of Business will be kicking off the School of Business Speaker Series with an event featuring nationally recognized speaker and author David Burkus. The event will… Continue reading David Burkus to kick off the School of Business Speaker Series
High Tea invites faculty, staff, students and community to attend
As part of Cardinal Newman Week, Newman University will present its annual High Tea event from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 21, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. A second,… Continue reading High Tea invites faculty, staff, students and community to attend
The works of Sean Lyman will be featured in this month’s Steckline Final Friday
The Newman University Steckline Gallery presents graphite and acrylic works by Sean Lyman in his show titled “The Overlooked” as the second Final Friday event of 2017. The exhibit begins with… Continue reading The works of Sean Lyman will be featured in this month’s Steckline Final Friday
Steckline Gallery presents the work of Sean Lyman at Feb. 24 Final Friday
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present graphite and acrylic works by Sean Lyman in his show titled “The Overlooked” as the second Final Friday event of the 2017 spring… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents the work of Sean Lyman at Feb. 24 Final Friday
MyMajors program helps students find a major and career to best suit their passion
A new assessment tool was introduced to Newman University freshmen in the fall 2016 semester. The assessment is called MyMajors. Traditions and Transitions — a class for freshman that helps… Continue reading MyMajors program helps students find a major and career to best suit their passion
Newman University Theatre challenges participants with 24-Hour Theatre Project
On Saturday, Feb. 4, Newman University current and prospective students, faculty, staff, and alumni transformed into nocturnal beings, racing against time to create a theatrical masterpiece. The 24-Hour Theatre Project was introduced… Continue reading Newman University Theatre challenges participants with 24-Hour Theatre Project
Daniel Boring is not your typical nursing student
Daniel Boring is a Newman student, husband, father of three, and currently lives in Tulsa, Okla. However, the distance from Wichita to Tulsa doesn’t stop him from trying to reach… Continue reading Daniel Boring is not your typical nursing student
Newman group travels to Manhattan, Kan., to hear activist Angela Davis
A group of students, faculty, and staff traveled to Manhattan, Kan., on Wednesday, Feb. 1 to attend a keynote lecture event hosted by The Kansas State University Black Student Union. The speaker… Continue reading Newman group travels to Manhattan, Kan., to hear activist Angela Davis
History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
The Newman University History Department presents Erin Weber, author of “Lennon vs. McCartney: How Beatles History was Written and Re-Written,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading History Department hosts speaker Erin Weber, author of ‘Lennon vs. McCartney’
Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors
A Jan. 2017 national survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) projects significant increases in starting salaries for 2017 social sciences and communication graduates. NACE predicts that employers will now… Continue reading Bright futures lie ahead for communication majors