Turning grief into purpose: Lucy Mwangi is a future physician

(From left to right) Mwangi's mother, brother, Mwangi and father attend her graduation from Newman University in 2023.

Newman graduate Lucy Mwangi ’23 aspires to become the best physician she can be and carries her mother’s memory with her every day.

University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad

Laura Shine, biology pre-med major, has been accepted into the early admit program at the University of Kansas (KU) School of Medicine. She said she’s looking forward to her spring 2018… Continue reading University of Kansas School of Medicine welcomes another Newman grad

Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti

At 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, in the Dugan Gorges Conference Center, Newman University will host the annual Hesburgh Lecture. This year’s speaker is Professor of Biological Sciences Gary A.… Continue reading Annual Hesburgh Lecture to be given by Professor of Biological Sciences Gary Lamberti

Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’

In a teaching career spanning more than four decades, Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., has worked with colleagues to establish the highly respected Department of Biology at Newman… Continue reading Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’

Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching

Newman University student Jed Heath recently received the Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. Each year the Department bestows the Horizon Award to 32 teachers across the state of Kansas. It is given… Continue reading Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching

Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8

On Feb. 8 Newman University alumni are invited to come visit with former professors and to reminisce with friends and fellow alums about class time memories, professional achievements, and catch up… Continue reading Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8

New Board of Trustees members begin role

During the September 30 meeting of the Newman University Board of Trustees, five new board members and the new Alumni Association board representative were welcomed to the table. Those joining the… Continue reading New Board of Trustees members begin role

2010 Ablah Award luncheon

The 2010 Ablah Award recipients Joseph Baalmann and Barbara Nguyen, and their respective mentors, Professor of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., and Associate Professor of Chemistry John Leyba, Ph.D., enjoyed an intimate lunch Wednesday with… Continue reading 2010 Ablah Award luncheon

Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

Newman University recognized the achievements of students, faculty and staff at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation Wednesday, April 21, in the Performance Hall of De Mattias Fine Arts… Continue reading Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

Newman University honors fall 2009 graduates

The Newman University Fall 2009 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. A total of 183 students graduated, including 28… Continue reading Newman University honors fall 2009 graduates

Wichita high school students complete Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Wichita, Kan. – Twenty-four Wichita area high school students got a taste of college life – and two hours of college credit – by successfully completing the 2009 Newman University… Continue reading Wichita high school students complete Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Newman University Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Investigative Summer Science Program

Program designed to show high school students benefits of science careers Wichita, Kan. – Science professors, administrators, students and parents gathered together at a luncheon June 25 to celebrate the… Continue reading Newman University Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Investigative Summer Science Program