Newman University Staff Assembly will host its annual silent auction from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. The event was originally scheduled in April but was postponed due… Continue reading Silent Auction for Newman community
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Newman alumna Salma Rios helps in COVID-19 battle
Newman University welcomes new board members
Newman University welcomed four new Board of Trustees members — Lori Benge, Bishop Carl A. Kemme, Wendy Glick and Diana Stanley — on Oct. 9 during the first board meeting… Continue reading Newman University welcomes new board members
Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
For one day — Friday, Oct. 23 — Newman University will be an early voting location for the 2020 general election. Students, staff and faculty who are registered to vote… Continue reading Early voters can complete their ballots at Newman University
Celebrate St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day
Newman University Campus Ministry will host an outdoor adoration and celebration in honor of St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 9,… Continue reading Celebrate St. John Henry Newman’s Feast Day
Newman earns diversity and inclusion award from WBJ
Newman University has earned a diversity and inclusion award from the Wichita Business Journal (WBJ). Director of Multicultural Engagement and Campus Life Joseph Shepard said, “This award underscores the important… Continue reading Newman earns diversity and inclusion award from WBJ
Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Alumni Sara and Larry Crow have always dreamed of opening a bookstore. Little did they know, the opportunity to act on that dream would happen during a pandemic. Sara and… Continue reading Newman graduates open independent bookstore
Respiratory Care Program receives Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award
The Respiratory Care Program has been acknowledged by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care for meeting their efforts.
Communication class creates website for The Lord’s Diner
Service is at the heart of a Newman University education and when Professor of Communication Audrey Hane heard that her spring 2020 class could become involved with The Lord’s Diner,… Continue reading Communication class creates website for The Lord’s Diner
Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
“Enthusiasm is the electricity of life. How do you get it? You act enthusiastic until you make it a habit.” — Gordon Parks. Newman alumna Wilma Moore-Black has an enthusiasm… Continue reading Alumna passionate about helping others through communication practices
Fall semester kicks off with ‘Welcome Back Week’ and traditional Mass
Newman head groundskeeper combines drag racing, photography
Head Groundskeeper Darrin McKim is part of a generation of racers, having driven a 69 Camaro on tracks in Great Bend and Manhattan in the past.
Navigator class proves popular among students
Newman University introduced Navigator: Your Newman GPS (Guide to Success) into the fall 2020 curriculum. Every undergraduate student will experience parts of Navigator such as having a dedicated support team… Continue reading Navigator class proves popular among students
2020 SGA executive board strives to uphold vision, voice and values
The SGA executive board has sprung into action now that fall semester is upon us. With the mission statement of “vision, voice, values,” they are ready to be the leaders that are needed in an ever-changing world.
Heather Linscheid ’96 named Citizen of the Year
Heather Linscheid ‘96 was recently named Citizen of the Year by the Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce in Carl Junction, Missouri, for her work on developing an accessible playground open… Continue reading Heather Linscheid ’96 named Citizen of the Year
First-time students experience virtual orientation
Students beginning their higher education at Newman University already knew their 2020 fall semester would look and feel different in the midst of a national pandemic. From virtual visits before… Continue reading First-time students experience virtual orientation
Meet the 2020-2021 resident assistants
Newman students living in residence halls have access to a built-in support system through their resident assistants (RAs). A designated number of RAs live in each residence hall to help… Continue reading Meet the 2020-2021 resident assistants
Fall athletics competitions postponed until Jan. 1
The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) has announced the postponement of all fall sports until at least Jan. 1, 2021. Newman University Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor said teams are… Continue reading Fall athletics competitions postponed until Jan. 1
2020 brings new procedures for returning to campus
Student Support Services prepares for fall semester
Melody Head, director of Career Services at Newman University, is working on a plan to provide the best possible support to students during the fall semester as the community continues… Continue reading Student Support Services prepares for fall semester
Tracy McGarey retires after dedicated service to the university
Tracy McGarey reminisces on her time at Newman, and expresses her thankfulness for the opportunities she found while working for the university.
Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Joseph Shepard, director of multicultural engagement and campus life, is leading a community-partnered book club sponsored by Wichita nonprofit Storytime Village for the month of August. Newman University is one… Continue reading Newman participates in Community-partnered book club
Four ‘generations’ of presidents connect
Above photo (left to right): Sister Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D. and Teresa Hall Bartels. Newman University recently named its 12th president, Kathleen S.… Continue reading Four ‘generations’ of presidents connect
Newman Athletics prepares for fall season changes
Bailey McGuffey ’17 reflects on her Newman experience
Newman alumna Bailey McGuffey ‘17 is on her way to fulfill her dream as a physician assistant after recently successfully completing the PA program at Christian Brothers University (CBU) in… Continue reading Bailey McGuffey ’17 reflects on her Newman experience
Thor Balavage ’20 new football coach for Southeast High
Alumnus Thor Balavage reflects on his time at Newman and discusses his future career path.
Teresa Hall Bartels aids presidential transition
Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman University has announced a plan for a return to in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. The initiative, “Together We Soar — Return to Campus,” is a flexible plan… Continue reading Newman prepares for in-person fall semester
Newman community proud to be part of Wichita’s 150-year history
The city of Wichita turns 150 years old on July 21. The milestone birthday comes with a great deal of celebrating throughout the city. Visit Wichita created a list of… Continue reading Newman community proud to be part of Wichita’s 150-year history
Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Angela Perez ’18 was appointed executive director of The Urban League of Kansas (ULK) in May 2020. Perez received her Master of Education in organizational leadership from Newman University and… Continue reading Alumna becomes director of Urban League of Kansas
Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
The spring 2020 nursing pinning ceremony at Newman University looked much different due to a national pandemic that resulted in gathering restrictions for cities across the United States. In the… Continue reading Newman University celebrates 2020 spring nursing graduates
Student teachers adapt to school closures during pandemic
When all schools in Kansas shut down in March in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, education majors at Newman University were dealt a double blow. Not only did they have… Continue reading Student teachers adapt to school closures during pandemic
The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
One-on-one instruction, small class sizes, multiple ways to get involved, personalized academic attention, local internship opportunities, tight-knit community and skill-building at its best. These and more are all common descriptors… Continue reading The pre-medicine journey at Newman University
Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Newman University has announced that it plans to resume in-person classes for the fall 2020 semester. During the past month, several university groups have worked diligently on plans for the… Continue reading Newman University announces plan for fall 2020 semester
Sarah Evans bestowed with 2020 Faculty Teaching Excellence Award
Each spring, Newman University students, staff and faculty are given the opportunity to nominate an outstanding staff member and an outstanding faculty member for respective excellence awards. The Faculty Teaching… Continue reading Sarah Evans bestowed with 2020 Faculty Teaching Excellence Award
Harvey J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Jose Rojas-Montero
The 2020 Ablah Award winners were announced during the virtual commencement ceremony held on May 8, 2020. Jose Rojas-Montero was awarded the Harvey J. Ablah Award and Courtney Klaus the… Continue reading Harvey J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Jose Rojas-Montero
Leona J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Courtney Klaus
The 2020 Ablah Award winners were announced during the virtual commencement ceremony held on May 8, 2020. Courtney Klaus was awarded the Leona J Ablah Award and Jose Rojas the… Continue reading Leona J. Ablah Award bestowed upon Courtney Klaus
Newman University holds first-ever virtual commencement
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
Campus Ministry keeps Newman’s creative spirit alive through short story project
Staff, students and faculty of Newman University take great pride in their creative spirit, and an ongoing project from Campus Ministry is living proof of that. Located on the website… Continue reading Campus Ministry keeps Newman’s creative spirit alive through short story project
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