Commencement week at Newman University is a lively time filled with special moments for graduates, families and the campus community.
Commencement
A new voice at commencement: Sonja Bontrager
Sonja Bontrager, professor of Spanish, had the honor of announcing the names of the students as they walked across stage to accept their diploma.
A captivating commencement speech from Father Tom Welk
Father Tom Welk gifted the graduating class of Newman University with valuable advice during his 2024 commencement address May 10.
Bright future in store for the Newman class of 2024
Newman University celebrated its 107th commencement with a graduating class of 337 students on Friday, May 10 at Hartman Arena in Wichita.
Newman unveils fall 2023 graduates list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 fall semester.
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.
Newman University honors spring 2015 graduates at ceremonies, commencement
Newman University staged a number of ceremonies and special events May 15 and 16 to celebrate Spring 2015 graduation. This year, two of the major events were moved to new… Continue reading Newman University honors spring 2015 graduates at ceremonies, commencement
Commencement
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Newman to live stream Commencement ceremony May 10
Can’t make it to your friend or family member’s Newman University graduation ceremony? Newman will stream Spring 2014 Commencement live through YouTube.
Newman University honors the late Doug Stanley at Fall 2013 Commencement
Newman University honored the late Douglas L. Stanley with a posthumous Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degree during the Fall 2013 Commencement ceremony Dec. 14. Stanley’s widow Sheryl Stanley… Continue reading Newman University honors the late Doug Stanley at Fall 2013 Commencement
Newman University to hold Fall 2013 graduation activities Dec. 13 – 14
Newman University will hold the Fall 2013 Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14, respectively. The Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health will also honor… Continue reading Newman University to hold Fall 2013 graduation activities Dec. 13 – 14
Newman to live stream Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies Dec.13 and 14
Can’t make it to your friend or family member’s Newman University graduation events? No problem! Newman will stream both its Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies live through YouTube.
Donald Bittner ’77 receives honorary degree at Spring 2013 Commencement
Captain Donald Bittner, M.D. ’77 received a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degree during the Newman University Spring and Summer Commencement ceremony May 11.
Newman University stages Fall 2012 Commencement
The Newman University Fall 2012 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. A total of 178 candidates for… Continue reading Newman University stages Fall 2012 Commencement
Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies
Newman University will hold the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony for spring and summer 2012 graduates on May 11 and May 12, respectively. The university will also honor graduating Nursing… Continue reading Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies
Graduation activities set for Dec. 16 – 17
Newman University will honor Fall 2011 graduates with a variety of ceremonies set for Dec. 16 and 17.
NU celebrates Fall 2010 graduates
Newman University held Fall 2010 Baccalaureate on Friday, Dec. 10 and Fall 2010 Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 11. A total of 173 students earned their degrees, including 32 who received… Continue reading NU celebrates Fall 2010 graduates
Newman University to hold Fall 2010 graduation activities Dec. 10-11
Newman University will hold the Fall 2010 Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11, respectively. The university will also honor graduating nursing students, and will award… Continue reading Newman University to hold Fall 2010 graduation activities Dec. 10-11
Newman University to award Honorary Degrees to Paul and Bettie Eck, Teresa Hall Bartels
Newman University officials have announced that Paul and Bettie Eck and Teresa Hall Bartels will be awarded Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degrees during the Fall 2010 Commencement ceremony,… Continue reading Newman University to award Honorary Degrees to Paul and Bettie Eck, Teresa Hall Bartels
NU celebrates spring and summer 2010 graduation
Newman University celebrated the spring and summer 2010 graduation with a variety of activities.
Newman University will award honorary degrees to Herm Bachrodt, Betty Adams, ASC
Newman University officials have announced that former employees Herm Bachrodt and Betty Adams, ASC will be awarded Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degrees during the Spring 2010 Commencement ceremony,… Continue reading Newman University will award honorary degrees to Herm Bachrodt, Betty Adams, ASC
Newman graduation weekend set for May 14-15
Newman University will honor Spring and Summer 2010 graduates with a variety of ceremonies. Graduation festivities begin with Nurses Pinning at 5 p.m. on May 14 in Performance Hall of… Continue reading Newman graduation weekend set for May 14-15
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
Jabaras, Monsignor Carr honored at Dec. 12 luncheon
Fran and Geri Jabara, seated, were honored at a Dec. 12 luncheon that featured past recipients of the Leona J. and Harvey J. Ablah Awards.
Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at Newman University Fall 2009 graduation ceremonies
NU will host several ceremonies to commemorate Fall 2009 graduates including a pinning ceremony for nursing students as well as Baccalaureate on Friday, Dec. 11, and Commencement on Dec. 12.
Newman University Will Award Honorary Degrees to Fran and Geri Jabara, Monsignor William Carr
Wichita, Kan. – Newman University officials announced today that Fran and Geri Jabara and Monsignor William M. Carr will be awarded Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degrees during the… Continue reading Newman University Will Award Honorary Degrees to Fran and Geri Jabara, Monsignor William Carr
Two Honorary Degrees to Be Awarded at Newman University Fall 2008 Graduation Ceremonies
Newman University will hold the Fall 2008 Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Dec. 12 and Dec. 13, respectively. The university will also honor two members of the religious community… Continue reading Two Honorary Degrees to Be Awarded at Newman University Fall 2008 Graduation Ceremonies
Newman University Student Cass McCullough Looks Forward to a Career of Service, Medicine
Contributed by Director of Editorial Services Ken Arnold When Cassandra (Cass) McCullough came to Newman University as a freshman in 2004, she knew exactly what she wanted: To grow in… Continue reading Newman University Student Cass McCullough Looks Forward to a Career of Service, Medicine
Newman University Student Anthony Dozier Relied on Faith, Determination to Complete College Degree
Contributed by Director of Editorial Services Ken Arnold Anthony Dozier could have just given up. He had plenty of reasons.