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

Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies

Newman University will hold the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony for spring and summer 2012 graduates on May 11 and May 12, respectively. The university will also honor graduating Nursing… Continue reading Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies

Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Newman University honored 13 Native American students from six high schools in the Wichita area at a recent banquet for their participation in a program designed to keep them in… Continue reading Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Darin Spence named Head Coach for NU Women’s Basketball

Darin Spence was recently named the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Newman University. He comes to Newman after a one-year stint at Barton County Community College. Spence, prior to Barton, coached for… Continue reading Darin Spence named Head Coach for NU Women’s Basketball

Aging & Wellness Coalition and NU School of Social Work to host Senior University

The Aging & Wellness Coalition of Sedgwick County has partnered with the Newman University School of Social Work to host the first summer session of “Senior University” in June. The… Continue reading Aging & Wellness Coalition and NU School of Social Work to host Senior University

Newman University to hold Catholic Spring Sports Day April 21 featuring Kapaun Mt. Carmel, Bishop Carroll teams

Newman University will again host a Catholic Spring Sports Day between Wichita’s Catholic high schools, Kapaun Mt. Carmel and Bishop Carroll. The two schools will compete in baseball, softball, and… Continue reading Newman University to hold Catholic Spring Sports Day April 21 featuring Kapaun Mt. Carmel, Bishop Carroll teams

Albert is featured speaker at Scholarship Luncheon

Andale, Kan., native Brice Albert was the featured speaker at the Newman University Scholarship Luncheon April 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus. The annual event brings… Continue reading Albert is featured speaker at Scholarship Luncheon

Newman University Steckline Gallery will feature ‘Books and Cardboard Portraits’ April 27 – May 18

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Books and Cardboard Portraits” by artist Deloss McGraw as the final show of its 2011-2012 season. The exhibit, which begins with a Final… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery will feature ‘Books and Cardboard Portraits’ April 27 – May 18

Newman University to award Honorary Degrees May 12 to Bishop Michael O. Jackels, Alice and Dale Wiggins

Newman University officials have announced that the Most Rev. Michael O. Jackels, and Alice and Dale Wiggins will be awarded Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degrees during the Spring… Continue reading Newman University to award Honorary Degrees May 12 to Bishop Michael O. Jackels, Alice and Dale Wiggins

Newman University student’s family named ‘Family of the Year’

Newman University sophomore Elizabeth Peuchen’s family has been named the Kansas Family of the Year by the Kansas chapter of the Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), part… Continue reading Newman University student’s family named ‘Family of the Year’

Record number of Newman students accepted into medical school

Nine Newman University senior students who applied for admission to medical school were recently notified that they have been accepted. The event marks a record for the number of students… Continue reading Record number of Newman students accepted into medical school

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 grad receives Distinguished Teacher Award

Newman University alumna Sarah McDaniel has received a Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award from the Wichita School District, USD 259. McDaniel was selected for the award in the New Teacher-Secondary category.… Continue reading Newman University grad receives Distinguished Teacher Award

Newman University announces 2012-13 tuition, fee rates

Affordability top goal as fees, room and board rates held flat. Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. is serious about the affordability of higher education for people in Kansas,… Continue reading Newman University announces 2012-13 tuition, fee rates

Season champions NU Women’s Basketball will host Heartland Conference Tournament

The Newman University Women’s and Men’s Basketball Teams are heading into the Heartland Conference Tournament March 2-3 with high hopes. The women’s team, which has captured its second straight regular… Continue reading Season champions NU Women’s Basketball will host Heartland Conference Tournament

Alumni Association welcomes three honorary members

The Newman University Alumni Association inducted three new members as honorary alumni at a ceremony on the Newman campus Friday, Feb. 24. The inductees were Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci,… Continue reading Alumni Association welcomes three honorary members

Newman University to present ‘Pippin’ March 8-11

The Newman University Theatre Department will present the musical “Pippin” at 8 p.m. on March 8, 9 and 10, and at 2 p.m. on March 11, in Performance Hall of… Continue reading Newman University to present ‘Pippin’ March 8-11

Newman University honors former nursing head Joan Felts with Cardinal Newman Medal

Newman University honored former dean of the Newman University School of Nursing and Allied Health Mary “Joan” Felts, R.N., Ph.D. with the Cardinal Newman Medal at the annual Cardinal Newman… Continue reading Newman University honors former nursing head Joan Felts with Cardinal Newman Medal

Farid, Casiano named 2012 Homecoming King and Queen

Newman University’s 2012 Homecoming King and Queen were announced Saturday, Feb. 18, during the men’s home basketball game. Christina Farid, a native of Wichita, was crowned queen. She is studying… Continue reading Farid, Casiano named 2012 Homecoming King and Queen

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.

The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents Wes Jackson lecture on land and agriculture March 6

Newman University invites the community to hear longtime agriculture activist Wes Jackson speak on his new developments and strategies for crop cultivation and progressions at a lecture set for 7… Continue reading The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents Wes Jackson lecture on land and agriculture March 6

Newman Basketball prepares for Heartland Tourney at Home and Away

The Newman University women’s basketball team will be hosting the Heartland Conference championship tournament next week in Fugate Gymnasium! Final results for tournament seeding will be determined following final game… Continue reading Newman Basketball prepares for Heartland Tourney at Home and Away

Newman University student wins prestigious writing award

Newman University student Rebekah Baldridge of Wichita was recently named the recipient of the prestigious Dell Award for undergraduate excellence in science fiction and fantasy writing. The award is presented… Continue reading Newman University student wins prestigious writing award

Newman University to present concert, other activities for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 19-25

Newman University will host a variety of events in its annual celebration of Cardinal Newman Week, beginning this year on Sunday, Feb. 19 and running through Saturday, Feb. 25. The… Continue reading Newman University to present concert, other activities for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 19-25

Newman University to hold ‘A Play in a Day’ event Feb. 3-4

The Newman University Theatre Department will hold the first of what is planned to be an annual event, a 24-hour Theatre Project. The activity will begin Feb. 3 and finish… Continue reading Newman University to hold ‘A Play in a Day’ event Feb. 3-4

The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents lecture on land and national identity Jan. 31

The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies at Newman University will present “‘From California to the New York Island’: Reflections on Land and National Identity” from noon to 12:50 p.m. Jan.… Continue reading The Gerber Institute at Newman University presents lecture on land and national identity Jan. 31

Student works at Steckline Gallery opening

The Final Friday opening reception for the Steckline Gallery exhibit “Those Were the Days” will include an additional feature. In addition to the exhibit by Rachel Epp Buller, graphic design,… Continue reading Student works at Steckline Gallery opening

Newman University presents film about and lecture by wrongfully convicted Darryl Hunt Feb. 6

The Newman University Criminal Justice Program, with support from the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies, will present Darryl Hunt hosting a screening of the award-winning documentary about his life, “The… Continue reading Newman University presents film about and lecture by wrongfully convicted Darryl Hunt Feb. 6

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 students named to Fall 2011 Dean’s List

Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2011. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Fall 2011 Dean’s List

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 Steckline Gallery presents ‘Those Were the Days’ by Rachel Epp Buller

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Those Were the Days” by printmaker Rachel Epp Buller as the fifth show of its 2011-2012 season. The exhibit, which begins with a… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Those Were the Days’ by Rachel Epp Buller

Newman University sponsors KPTS series ‘Catholicism’

Newman University is a sponsor of a four-part documentary program called “Catholicism,” which will air on KPTS Channel 8 in January. Created by Fr. Robert Barron, a priest in the… Continue reading Newman University sponsors KPTS series ‘Catholicism’

NU/Wichita Thunder jersey auction raises $200+ for student scholarships

Thanks to everyone involved in the NU/Wichita Thunder hockey jersey eBay auction. The auction ending on Dec. 19 raised more than $200 with a total of 10 bids. Proceeds from the auction… Continue reading NU/Wichita Thunder jersey auction raises $200+ for student scholarships

Wichita Thunder offers special ticket prices for Dec. 27 and 30 games

The Wichita Thunder Hockey team is making a special offer on ticket prices for the Dec. 27 game against their biggest rival, the Missouri Mavericks, and the Dec. 30 game… Continue reading Wichita Thunder offers special ticket prices for Dec. 27 and 30 games

Newman University honors nursing degree candidates

Newman University recognized 27 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 16 on the Newman campus.

Bookstore hours will change during the holidays

The Newman University Bookstore hours will change through the holidays.

Newman auctions NU/Wichita Thunder hockey jersey to raise funds for student scholarships

To help raise funds for Newman student scholarships, Newman is now holding an auction for a NU/Wichita Thunder hockey jersey signed by the Wichita Thunder hockey team. This is one… Continue reading Newman auctions NU/Wichita Thunder hockey jersey to raise funds for student scholarships

Wichita high schools students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Twenty-two Wichita area high school students got a taste of college life – and two hours of college credit – by successfully completing the 2011 Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program.… Continue reading Wichita high schools students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program