After starting her career at Newman as a staff accountant in the business office, Melissa Castle is now Director of Human Resources — a role she never planned on.
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How faith and family led Kiah Nesbitt to nursing
Growing up, Kiah Nesbitt ’24 had the privilege of spending a lot of time with her grandmother, who played a major role in her life. During winter and summer breaks,… Continue reading How faith and family led Kiah Nesbitt to nursing
St. Maria De Mattias feast day reflection
Feast of St. Maria De Mattias Mass The Rev. Ed Herzog, alumnus and chaplain of Newman University, celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast… Continue reading St. Maria De Mattias feast day reflection
Newman honors 28 science students in the 2026 Lab Coat Ceremony
Newman held its seventh annual Lab Coat Ceremony on Jan. 22, honoring junior and senior-level science students for their academic achievement.
Project HOPE puts Newman at forefront of community research
As Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Kristi Barton Edwards reflects on Project Hope — a multi-year, data-driven effort to address issues of violent crime and homelessness within Wichita’s urban center… Continue reading Project HOPE puts Newman at forefront of community research
Georgia Drewes ‘12 named Newman’s director of admissions
Alumna Georgia Drewes stepped into the role of director of admissions after more than 12 years working at Newman.
Newman alumnus Easton Herring lands DI role as player development director
Newman University alumni Easton Herring lands role at Texas A&M Softball
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
Steckline Gallery presents “Day for Night” for February exhibition
The Steckline Gallery will present “Day for Night,” a photography study by Daniel Murphy comprising of photographs shot during the day to create the illusion of night, during a First… Continue reading Steckline Gallery presents “Day for Night” for February exhibition
Newman honors employees for years of service
Newman University held its annual Spring Institute on January 13, 2026, an event designed to celebrate, communicate and honor the Newman community. The morning session featured updates on academics, enrollment,… Continue reading Newman honors employees for years of service
Newman alumnus J.D. Campbell honored with lifetime achievement award in collegiate athletics
When Jonathan David “J.D.” Campbell graduated from Kansas Newman College in 1986, he could not have imagined the path that lay ahead. Nearly four decades later, the Las Vegas native… Continue reading Newman alumnus J.D. Campbell honored with lifetime achievement award in collegiate athletics
Newman celebrates first graduating cohort of DBA program
This past May, the first cohort of Newman’s Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program proudly graduated with their doctorates. Following the commencement ceremony, Vice President of Academic Affairs Alden Stout… Continue reading Newman celebrates first graduating cohort of DBA program
Newman University celebrates December 2025 graduates
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2025 fall semester. The university is proud to welcome these… Continue reading Newman University celebrates December 2025 graduates
Newman University announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List
Newman University has released its 2025 fall Dean’s List. A total of 468 undergraduate students achieved the qualifications required: completing at least 12 credit hours and achieving a grade point average of… Continue reading Newman University announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List
Stop choosing between the farm and the future
Key Takeaways The divide between traditional farming and technology isn’t just unnecessary—it’s holding back the next generation of agricultural innovation. Today’s most successful farmers aren’t choosing between time-honored practices and… Continue reading Stop choosing between the farm and the future
Save $25,000+ by cutting one year off your bachelor’s degree
Key Takeaways The College Cost Crisis: Why Students Need Faster Paths to Degrees The numbers tell a sobering story: the average cost of college tuition and fees has skyrocketed by… Continue reading Save $25,000+ by cutting one year off your bachelor’s degree
Show your kids that dreams don’t have expiration dates
Key Takeaways That moment you decided to put your education on hold wasn’t the end of your academic story—it was just an extended intermission. Whether it was five years ago… Continue reading Show your kids that dreams don’t have expiration dates
Finish the degree you started (without starting over)
Key Takeaways That unfinished degree doesn’t have to remain unfinished forever. Whether you left college due to financial constraints, family responsibilities, or because the timing wasn’t right, your previous academic… Continue reading Finish the degree you started (without starting over)
Kansas dyslexia teacher shortage solutions & training options
Article At-A-Glance Dyslexia affects one in five students in Kansas classrooms, yet schools across the state struggle to find properly trained educators who can provide the specialized instruction these students… Continue reading Kansas dyslexia teacher shortage solutions & training options
Newman University to launch track and field programs in 2026
Newman University will add men’s and women’s track and field programs beginning competition in fall 2026, the school’s athletics department announced Friday. The addition marks the first new sports programs… Continue reading Newman University to launch track and field programs in 2026
Kaylyn Disbrow ’25 returns to Newman for MBA and as graduate assistant
Kaylyn Disbrow, a 2025 biology graduate and student athlete, returned to Newman this fall as a graduate assistant for the volleyball program and to pursue her master’s degree.
Two seniors create art event for individuals with Down syndrome
Newman biology students Sabrina Ahmed and Madelynn Adams partnered with the Down Syndrome Society of Wichita for their senior capstone.
Newest respiratory care, nursing graduates honored with ceremonial pins
Newman supporters packed the DeMattias Performance Hall on December 5 for the fall 2025 nursing and respiratory care pinning ceremony.
Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 21-Dec. 4
With 18 athletic teams at Newman University, it can be easy to miss some of the action. Continue reading for a weekly review of the biggest news, scores, updates and… Continue reading Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 21-Dec. 4
Sister Marita Rother reflects on brother Stanley Rother’s path to sainthood
One of Newman’s own, ASC Sister Marita Rother ‘62, is the sister of a future saint: Blessed Father Stanley Francis Rother.
Podcast: Professor Umbarger shares spiritual meaning behind his new book
On this episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Professor Matthew Umbarger discusses his book, “A Table in the Presence of My Enemies.”
Podcast: The power of fundraising with Wendy Glick
On this episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Wendy Glick shares her strategies on becoming a successful fundraiser.
Newman team celebrates the launch of new student information system J1
After two years of development and campus-wide work, Newman University has launched its new student information system, Jenzabar One (J1).
Video update from President Jagger
President Kathleen Jagger shares a video message expressing gratitude to staff and faculty and outlining upcoming events.
All-Alumni Christmas Party on Dec. 7 features family-friendly holiday fun
Newman University alumni and their families are invited to ring in the season with a free afternoon of Christmas festivities on Dec. 7.
Three outstanding professors honored during Newman’s Faculty Excellence Awards
Newman University honored three faculty members for outstanding teaching during the 2025 Faculty Excellence Awards Banquet on Nov. 14.
Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 13-20
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Pop-up clinic by Newman graduate Sebastian Salcedo-Vaquera ’25 serves Wichita’s vulnerable
Newman graduate Sebastian Salcedo-Vaquerq is expanding access to free medical care in downtown Wichita through a monthly pop-up clinic he founded.
Cross country runner Timothy Kiprotich qualifies for NCAA National Championships
Newman cross country runner Timothy Kiprotich qualified for the national championships after setting a record time for the Jets.
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.
‘Polar Express Night’ on Nov. 24 offers holiday fun for all ages
All Newman community members are invited to step into a cozy kickoff to the holiday season during Polar Express Night on Monday, Nov. 24.
From New Jersey to Newman: Jaden Schaefer ‘25, striking ‘kindness’
2025 graduate Jaden Schaefer is excited to use her nursing degree from Newman University to transform society for the better.
Students grow in leadership, dialogue at Kansas Leadership Center workshop
Sixteen Newman University students recently participated in the Kansas Leadership Center’s “Free Expressions” workshop on November 7.
Newman students and community step up for world hunger
Recently, more than 120 Newman students, alumni and staff volunteered for the nonprofit organization Feed My Starving Children (FMSC).
Your weekly athletics recap: Nov. 6-13
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.