Kansas

Newman University – Seward County Community College agreement offers scholarships, smoother transfer to four-year college

Newman University and Seward County Community College have created a dual-admissions agreement that includes a transfer scholarship for students who will continue their education at Newman upon graduation from SCCC.

Newman University projects designed to create more ‘green’ campus

Newman University has taken another step in ongoing efforts designed to create a more “green” campus – and save the university money. Newman recently contracted with Seeders, Inc., a Wichita… Continue reading Newman University projects designed to create more ‘green’ campus

Newman University health care graduates earn top scores, high acceptance rates

Graduates of health care-related programs at Newman University have generated some impressive results over the past year. Newman officials were notified recently that for the year ending Dec. 31, 2011,… Continue reading Newman University health care graduates earn top scores, high acceptance rates

Newman University named to national service honor roll for third time

Newman University has been named for the third time to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its exemplary service to America’s communities in 2011. Newman is one… Continue reading Newman University named to national service honor roll for third time

Newman University, Wichita partners with Newman University College, Birmingham to benefit student learning

Students studying at Newman University in Kansas will have the chance to expand their horizons following the announcement of a partnership with a university in the United Kingdom.

Dodge City area residents earn education degrees from Newman University

A total of 24 residents of Dodge City and other western Kansas communities were recently awarded degrees from Newman University. The students completed their requirements for graduation in December 2011.… Continue reading Dodge City area residents earn education degrees from Newman University

Newman University alum named a mover and shaker in Topeka

Hawver’s Capitol Report, a publication focusing on Kansas state government and politics, included Newman University alumnus and Kansas Representative Brian Weber ’05 (R-Dodge City) in its 2011 list of Top… Continue reading Newman University alum named a mover and shaker in Topeka

Newman University to award honorary degrees to Newbery Medal recipient, Guatemala missionaries on Dec. 17

Newman University officials have announced that alumna and Newbery Medal recipient Clare Sander Vanderpool, and Guatemala missionaries Dani Brought, ASC and Kris Schrader, ASC, will be awarded Doctor of Humane… Continue reading Newman University to award honorary degrees to Newbery Medal recipient, Guatemala missionaries on Dec. 17

Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence

Verizon Wireless, StepStone and the Newman University Department of Social Work will present a special screening of the documentary “Telling Amy’s Story” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Performance… Continue reading Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence

Newman University nurse anesthesia program receives 10-year accreditation, new site approval from national agency

Newman University officials were recently notified that the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) has granted the university’s Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia program continued accreditation… Continue reading Newman University nurse anesthesia program receives 10-year accreditation, new site approval from national agency

Dual-admissions agreement with Pratt Community College offers students scholarships, ease of transfer to Newman University

Newman University and Pratt Community College (PCC) have created an agreement that will offer a dual-admissions program and a special scholarship for PCC students who continue their education at Newman.

Newman University again cited for community service

Newman University has again been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its exemplary service to America’s communities. The inclusion of Newman on the 2010 Honor… Continue reading Newman University again cited for community service

Spots still available for ‘Strengthening Families Summit’ June 8 – 9

Gov. Sam Brownback to speak June 8 A limited number of registration spots are still available for The Kansas Strengthening Families Summit, a two-day event presented by Newman University, other… Continue reading Spots still available for ‘Strengthening Families Summit’ June 8 – 9

Newman offers new early childhood education degree

Newman University is now offering a new degree program that gives area residents an opportunity to earn a degree that qualifies them for both elementary and early childhood education.

Dual-admissions agreement with Dodge City Community College offers students scholarship, ease of transfer to Newman University

Newman University and Dodge City Community College (DCCC) have created an agreement that will offer a dual-admissions program and a special scholarship for DCCC students who continue their education at… Continue reading Dual-admissions agreement with Dodge City Community College offers students scholarship, ease of transfer to Newman University

Newman University joins with other schools, agencies to present ‘Strengthening Families Summit’ June 8- 9

Newman University is joining forces with other educational institutions, community leaders and public and private agencies to present a two-day event designed to help Kansas families.

Sister Thomasine Stoecklein honored for service to Newman

Thomasine Stoecklein, ASC, who retired from Newman University after close to 50 years of service, was honored at a card shower and reception May 17 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading Sister Thomasine Stoecklein honored for service to Newman

Newman again appointed to national community service honor roll

Newman University has been named to the 2010 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its commitment to and achievements in service to America’s communities. Newman, which was also… Continue reading Newman again appointed to national community service honor roll

Today’s Visitors

NU welcomes to campus a big group today! Welcome Nicole Fears, Southeast Missouri State University transfer, Florissant, Mo., nursing; Athalee Pat, Sunrise Christian Academy senior, Peck, Kan., English; MacKenzie Stramel, Sterling College transfer, Hutchinson, Kan., sonography; Lauren Baker, Kapaun Mt.… Continue reading Today’s Visitors

Newman University celebrates Kansas Private College Week April 17 – 23

Newman University is among 18 Kansas institutions that will celebrate Kansas Private College Week, April 17 – 23. The week was recently declared by Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback, who called… Continue reading Newman University celebrates Kansas Private College Week April 17 – 23

Newman University Western Kansas Center to offer early childhood education degree

Open House set for April 12 Western Kansas residents who wish to earn a teaching degree or build on an existing elementary education degree will now have the ability to… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas Center to offer early childhood education degree

Newman University Steckline Gallery presents group art exhibit “HE” March 25 – April 22

The Steckline Gallery at Newman University will feature a group exhibit of mixed media artworks curated by Matt Hilyard called “HE,” beginning with an opening reception at 7 p.m. on… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery presents group art exhibit “HE” March 25 – April 22

Newman athletes offer ‘Drop and Shop’ for parents

Parents have an opportunity to shop for Christmas in early December while their children are tended to by Newman University student-athletes. The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is hosting the “Drop… Continue reading Newman athletes offer ‘Drop and Shop’ for parents

Adorers of the Blood of Christ recognized for service

The founding and sponsoring order of Newman University, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), was among those in the Wichita area honored Tuesday, Nov. 16. in the Kansas Women… Continue reading Adorers of the Blood of Christ recognized for service

Newman University History Speaker Series presents George Harrison biographer Nov. 5

The Newman University History Speaker Series kicks off its 2010-11 season with scholar Joshua Greene. The History Department, in conjunction with David Carter of the First Unitarian Universalist Church in… Continue reading Newman University History Speaker Series presents George Harrison biographer Nov. 5

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

Newman University School of Social Work honored by Catholic Charities USA

The Newman University School of Social Work was one of only 100 organizations and individuals that recently received Centennial Medals from Catholic Charities USA. The medals were created by Catholic… Continue reading Newman University School of Social Work honored by Catholic Charities USA

Newman University to present ‘Trial of the Shroud of Turin’ Oct. 27

The Campus Ministry office at Newman University will present “Trial of the Shroud of Turin” at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 27, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center inside the Dugan Library… Continue reading Newman University to present ‘Trial of the Shroud of Turin’ Oct. 27

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

Newman Jets vs. K-State Wildcats

For the second consecutive season, the Newman University men’s basketball program will open its season with an exhibition game against an NCAA Division I opponent. The Jets will travel to… Continue reading Newman Jets vs. K-State Wildcats

Newman University presents ‘Hipsters and Heroes Sept. 24 – Oct. 22

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Hipsters and Heroes: Kansas and the Beat Experience,” the second exhibition of the 2010-2011 season. The show is a collection of works by… Continue reading Newman University presents ‘Hipsters and Heroes Sept. 24 – Oct. 22

Agreement between Newman University and Butler Community College offers Butler students admission to Newman, potentially large scholarships

Newman University and Butler Community College of El Dorado, Kan., have created an agreement that will offer a new dual-admissions program to students. This agreement will allow many Butler students with… Continue reading Agreement between Newman University and Butler Community College offers Butler students admission to Newman, potentially large scholarships