Newman University honored two employees from more than 40 nominations during its 2026 Staff and Teaching Excellence Awards ceremony May 21.
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‘Dance in the rain’: Reflections from the 2026 Baccalaureate Mass
The 2026 Baccalaureate Mass featured a homily by Bishop Carl Kemme rooted in the life of Saint John Henry Newman and student reflections.
Newman honors MSW class of 2026 at annual pinning ceremony
Newman University’s School of Education and Social Work celebrated its 2026 MSW graduates at the annual pinning ceremony.
Riverfest will feature Newman’s mobile ag lab, athletics and more May 30
As thousands gather along the Arkansas River for this summer’s Riverfest celebration, Newman University will be a part of the excitement.
Newman Athletics announces Derrick Young Jr. as first director of track and field/cross country
Newman Athletics has announced the appointment of Derrick Young Jr as its first director of track and field/cross country on May 15.
Shareable videos and photos: Your commencement week replay
From videos to colorful photographs, the University Relations team captured some of commencement week’s best moments on camera.
‘Instruments of God’s healing love’: 50 graduates receive healthcare pins
Supporters packed the Performance Hall for the spring 2026 nursing, diagnostic medical sonography and radiologic technology pinning ceremony.
Class of 2026 called to be ‘lifelong learners’ at commencement
Newman University honored the class of 2026 during its annual commencement ceremony at Heartland Credit Union Arena on Saturday, May 16.
Alumna Cierra (DeVorce) Schweitzer ‘19 supports Wichita families as a therapist
After graduating from Newman in 2019, Cierra (DeVorce) Schweitzer turned her passion for helping others into a career in mental health counseling.
Celebrating Newman’s 18 DNAP graduates
Family members, faculty and friends celebrated 18 graduates of the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program on May 1.
From Easter to Pentecost: Newman community reflects on faith, loss and the call to go forth
Newman University faculty, staff, and students share daily Scripture reflections for the final week of Easter through Pentecost Sunday.
The best of Jets nation: Your end-of-year athletics recap
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Newman Honors Program celebrates one of largest graduating classes in history
Newman University’s Honors Program graduated 22 seniors in 2026, one of the largest classes in program history.
2026 Student Life Awards announced
Newman’s Student Life team celebrated students, faculty and organizations at the annual Student Life Awards as part of Spring Fling on May 8.
Students present more than 90 projects on Scholars Day
Seniors of Newman University shared their research in the form of poster projects and presentations during a bustling Scholars Day on May 8.
Newman University community reflects on the Holy Spirit, courage and hope during the sixth week of Easter
Newman University community members reflect on the Holy Spirit, courage, and hope during the sixth week of the Easter season.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 30-May 7
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Jetspy Awards salute 2025-26 Newman athletes
Newman University Athletics crowned its 2025-26 Jetspy winners on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 during a formal event at Fugate Gymnasium.
First-year student Claire Jacobson earns awards in bowling, eyes future in teaching
Claire Jacobson’s first season on Newman’s bowling team brought more recognition than she expected as a first-year student.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 23-30
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Newman University community explores love, trust and the vine during fifth week of Easter
Newman University community members reflect on love, trust, and abiding in Christ during the fifth week of the Easter season.
Spike Out Cancer volleyball tournament to benefit student Brooklyn Lane
Two Newman volleyball players will host the Spike Out Cancer volleyball tournament in support of junior Brooklyn Lane’s cancer diagnosis.
Former coach Mark Potter opens up about battle with depression
Former basketball coach Mark Potter returned to Newman this January, but it wasn’t for the sport.
Caroline Weible’s winter break initiative supports students in need
As an elementary education major, Caroline Weible’s ASC Service Award Scholar capstone project came naturally.
Inside Newman’s Master of Social Work program
In Newman’s Master of Social Work program, students can pursue specialized tracks while building a foundation rooted in advocacy.
Week 4 Easter reflections
The Newman University community continues its journey through the 50 days of Easter, offering daily reflections.
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 16-23
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Vantage staff wins top award for fourth year
For the fourth consecutive year, the staff of The Vantage won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference.
Master of Social Work student serves as campus mental health coordinator
The campus mental health project coordinator, Dana Bass, is supporting students while studying in the Master of Social Work program.
Newman University’s Reading Specialist Dyslexia Program: First in Kansas IDA Accredited
Kansas just became the first state to lose a major reading training program—right as new legislation requires all elementary teachers to prove science of reading knowledge by 2028. One university… Continue reading Newman University’s Reading Specialist Dyslexia Program: First in Kansas IDA Accredited
Your weekly athletics recap: Apr. 9-16
Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.
Week three Easter reflections: faith, trust and courage
Newman University community members reflect on faith, trust and bold witness during the third week of the Easter season.
Newman alumna honored in West High Athletic Hall of Fame after 26-year career
Chemistry alumna Carolyn LeFevre ’75 was recently inducted into the West High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
‘What success looks like:’ Students honored with 2026 academic awards
Newman University students were recognized for exceptional academics and leadership during the annual Academic Awards Convocation April 15.
First-generation graduate Paola Zamacona ‘25 prepares for future in radiology
Biology graduate and softball player Paola Zamacona ‘25 is already looking ahead to her next step: radiology school in Arizona, followed by medical school.
‘Be proud of how far you’ve come:’ A senior reflection from Sophia Flores-Lerma ’26
Soon-to-be Newman graduate Sophia Flores-Lerma’s journey has been shaped by fear, faith, resilience and purpose.
Newman University unveils $1M smart mobile agriculture lab in Garden City
Newman University unveiled its smart mobile agriculture lab bringing drone, AI and ag technology education to Southwest Kansas students.
Newman University community reflects on peace, faith and service during second week of Easter
Newman University community members share daily reflections on peace, faith, and service during the second week of the Easter season.
Podcast: Former student-athlete CJ Campbell’s job with NFL
On this episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Newman University alumnus CJ Campbell shares his journey from student-athlete to NFL employee.
Angie Smith ‘25 turns family experience into path in sonography
Graduate Angie Smith ‘25 came to Newman as a diagnostic sonography major with a nontraditional, but meaningful path.