Several first-year students are family of Newman professors

(From left to right) Jocelyn and Kristi Edwards on move-in day at Newman University.

Many students say Newman University feels like a family, and for some, it’s not just a feeling — it’s a reality.

Newman English Professor Susan Crane-Laracuente receives Faculty of Distinction award

Assistant Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente received the 2015 Teaching Excellence Award.

Associate Professor of English Susan Crane-Laracuente, Ph.D. is one of 17 college faculty members in Kansas to receive a Faculty of Distinction award from the Kansas Independent College Association (KICA). She… Continue reading Newman English Professor Susan Crane-Laracuente receives Faculty of Distinction award

Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America

Courtesy photo

Although his plans include visiting only three cities, plenty of students, staff and faculty at Newman University say they are affected – and excited – about the visit to the… Continue reading Newman University students, staff, faculty welcome Pope Francis visit to America

DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett spoke to nearly 70 Newman students, faculty and staff members April 27 at the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. Bennett’s talk was titled, “Our responsibility to… Continue reading DA speaks to Newman students, faculty and staff during Sexual Assault Awareness Month