Newman University closed out its 12th annual Heritage Month with continued traditions and new memories for 2026.
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Newman’s Trivia Night draws record crowd, raises nearly $5,500 for Student Life
What started as a simple idea a few years ago has grown into one of Newman University’s most anticipated events of the year. The fourth annual Trivia Night, held on… Continue reading Newman’s Trivia Night draws record crowd, raises nearly $5,500 for Student Life
Newman University names 2026 Homecoming Court
Newman University has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court following a vote of the student body, with 10 students — five women and five men — earning the honor ahead of… Continue reading Newman University names 2026 Homecoming Court
High Tea highlights third week of 2026 Heritage Month
St. John Henry Newman left a lasting mark on England during his lifetime (1801–1890), and his legacy continues today at Newman University in Wichita, Kansas. One of the university’s most… Continue reading High Tea highlights third week of 2026 Heritage Month
Senior Grecia Nunez-Palomares wins 2026 medallion hunt
Senior Grecia Nunez-Palomares uncovered the medallion in Newman’s 2026 medallion hunt, earning her a $200 cash reward.
Heritage Month features St. Newman speaker
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month. Newman will host a series of events from Feb. 1 through… Continue reading Heritage Month features St. Newman speaker
Newman’s 12th Heritage Month begins Feb. 1
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month. Newman will host a series of events Feb. 1 through March… Continue reading Newman’s 12th Heritage Month begins Feb. 1
Meet first-generation graduate student: Angelica Rodriguez
Angelica Rodriguez is a first-generation graduate student at Newman, and says earning her higher education is her way of honoring her parents and heritage.
Videos: Homecoming highlights, catching up with the court
In all of the Newman Heritage Month excitement and unpredictable weather, you may have missed some exciting moments captured on video.
Newman’s 11th Heritage Month begins Feb. 1
Newman will host a series of Heritage Month events February 1 through March 4, 2025, that celebrate the university’s history.
Newman’s 10th Heritage Month comes to a close
Newman Heritage Month has officially come to a close, but with it comes new memories to celebrate our founders, namesake and history.
Heritage Month contest winners announced
Three winners have been selected for an essay, TikTok and graphic arts contest during Heritage Month at Newman.
‘Spilling the tea’ on St. John Henry Newman during High Tea
In this episode of The Newman Bond podcast, two staff members “spill the tea” on St. John Henry Newman’s life and legacy.
Father Adam Grelinger shares homily honoring St. Maria De Mattias
On February 1, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast day.
Podcast dives into Archives during Heritage Month
In the spirit of Heritage Month, alumna Diana Stanley ’17 sat down with Laura Hartley, director of annual giving, to explore some artifacts from Newman Archives on a recent episode of The Newman Bond podcast.
Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
The intriguing history behind the Feast Day of St. Maria De Mattias
Feb. 4 is the Feast Day of Saint Maria De Mattias — the founder of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). According to the history of ASC, “Maria… Continue reading The intriguing history behind the Feast Day of St. Maria De Mattias
A day of tradition and tea
High tea is a cherished tradition that has become a part of the year that Newman University staff, student, and faculty look forward to each year. It has been a… Continue reading A day of tradition and tea
Heritage Month — history and tradition
Rich history and timeless tradition are important traits of Newman University. The two come together throughout Heritage Month, celebrated each year in February. The celebration honors the university’s namesake, John Henry… Continue reading Heritage Month — history and tradition
High tea returns for Cardinal Newman week
During Cardinal Newman Week, Newman University will present its annual high tea with two separate events Tuesday, Feb. 20. The first event, a high tea, will take place from 2-4… Continue reading High tea returns for Cardinal Newman week
ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success
Freshman Regan Casey came out as the winner of the ASC Collect the Deck game. Casey collected 33 unique cards out of a 52 card deck. ASC Vocations Director Lori… Continue reading ASC Vocations calls ‘Collect the Deck’ game a success
Athletics Breakfast provides time to mingle with athletes
The fourth annual Athletics Breakfast will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 in the Gorges Atrium. Great Western Dining will be serving breakfast from 10 a.m. to… Continue reading Athletics Breakfast provides time to mingle with athletes
‘All-Faiths’ prayer service to conclude Heritage Month
Concluding Heritage Month — a time when students, faculty, staff, and alumni celebrate the heritage and the founders of Newman University — is an ‘All Faiths’ prayer service that will take place at… Continue reading ‘All-Faiths’ prayer service to conclude Heritage Month
Special Cardinal Newman Mass for Heritage Month
A special Cardinal Newman Mass will be celebrated for Heritage Month to honor the university’s namesake John Henry Cardinal Newman. Every February students, faculty, staff, and alumni come together to celebrate… Continue reading Special Cardinal Newman Mass for Heritage Month
JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month
JoAnn Mark, ASC, Ed.D., will return to Newman University Wednesday, Feb. 24 to present “The UN & 2030 Sustainable Development Goals” at 3:30 p.m. in Eck Hall 125. In May of last… Continue reading JoAnn Mark, ASC, to speak on campus as part of Heritage Month