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Mental Health

Newman receives $20k grant to expand mental health services

Thanks to a $20k grant from the ASC sisters, Newman is expanding its mental health services beginning in January 2026.

Published November 17, 2025
Categorized as newman university, News, Student Life Tagged Adorers of the Blood of Christ, ASC, ASC Foundation, Mental Health, mental health services, Newman University, Student Life, Student Success Center

Video: Newman’s mental health services

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May 1 begins Mental Health Awareness Month and at Newman, we want students and their families to be aware of the resources offered.

Published May 1, 2025
Categorized as Academics, News, Student Life Tagged Counseling, Mental Health, Student Life, Wichita Kansas

New mental health service Uwill offers more benefits

Two peoples' hands connect on a table in support.

Newman University now offers Uwill, an online therapy program that is free for all students and supports mental health 24/7.

Published November 14, 2024
Categorized as Academics, News, Student Life Tagged Mental Health, Newman University, therapy, Uwill

Alumna Allison Tollefson crochets plushies for first responders

Allison Tollefson crocheted a variety of plushie animals to donate to Butler County EMS and Fire Station.

Newman alumna Allison (Williams) Tollefson ‘22 channeled a creative hobby as a way of sparking joy for children in difficult circumstances.

Published February 14, 2024
Categorized as Academics, Accomplishments, Alumni, News, Service Tagged Allison Tollefson, EMS, fire station, Mental Health, Newman University, plushies

Mental health coordinator supports student success

An illustration of a woman smiling with flowers coming out of the top of her head.

Anna Waggoner, newly hired mental health project coordinator, is eager to make a positive impact on students mental health here at Newman.

Published October 19, 2023
Categorized as Difference Makers, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Life Tagged Kansas, Mental Health, Newman University, students, Wichita

John Shuchart jokes about mental health

John Shuchart

John Shuchart found a way to overcome his mental health disorder – by laughing at it. Shuchart spoke to a crowd of 100 at the Newman University DeMattias Fine Arts… Continue reading John Shuchart jokes about mental health

Published October 8, 2015
Categorized as News Tagged Depression, John Shuchart, Mental Health, Wichita Eagle
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