The Newman University Campus Activities Board (CAB) is hosting their annual Spring Fling. The event takes place from 3 to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 16 on Founder’s Plaza on the Newman University… Continue reading Spring Fling coming April 16
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Newman University ‘Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ April 11-16 will feature international, local experts
Although exact statistics are difficult to obtain, it is estimated that 21 million people around the world are victims of human trafficking and forced labor. Approximately 5.5 million of those… Continue reading Newman University ‘Human Trafficking Awareness Week’ April 11-16 will feature international, local experts
Judo classes take off at Newman University
Athletic Director Vic Trilli recently informed the Newman University community that Judoka classes, instructed by Greg Gideon, on campus are taking off.
Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville
Michael Austin, Ph.D., provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, has accepted an offer to become the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Evansville in Evansville,… Continue reading Provost, Vice President of Academic Affairs leaving NU for Evansville
24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true
In theatre, the old saying goes, “The show must go on!” — even if the play was written only four hours before rehearsals began, and even if the actors and… Continue reading 24-Hour Theatre Project proves the old adage true
Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
The Newman University Theatre Department will present for its spring theatrical production “A Man for All Seasons” at 8 p.m. March 3-5 and at 2 p.m. March 6. All shows… Continue reading Newman University Theatre Department to present ‘A Man for All Seasons’ March 3 – 6
Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Sacred Fibers: fibers expressed as holy, venerated, or spiritual” by the Susan De Wit Fiber Group as the sixth show of its 2015-2016… Continue reading Final Friday Feb. 26 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Sacred Fibers’ by Susan De Wit Fiber Group
Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences
Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies and Professor of Chemistry David Shubert, Ph.D. believes that, in the future, Newman University can double the number of students in science and… Continue reading Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences
March for Life trip a success, despite Winter Storm ‘Jonas’
Newman University students and staff members from Campus Ministry and Alumni Relations met with the unexpected, when Winter Storm Jonas hit the area on its trip to the March for… Continue reading March for Life trip a success, despite Winter Storm ‘Jonas’
Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team
A little over a decade ago, Elhad Emerllahu came to America from worn-torn Kosovo. At the time he was 9 years old with little knowledge of the American culture, English language,… Continue reading Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team
Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Newman University student Jed Heath recently received the Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. Each year the Department bestows the Horizon Award to 32 teachers across the state of Kansas. It is given… Continue reading Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching
Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
Newman University Professor of English Bryan Dietrich, Ph.D. was recently contacted about using his poem “Gotham Wanes” on the BBC Radio 4 program “Something Understood.” The show, which explores spiritual and… Continue reading Good show! Bryan Dietrich poem to be featured on the BBC
MSED assistant professor pens first book
One of Newman University’s newest faculty members has published his first book. Assistant Professor of Graduate Education Angelo J. Letizia, Ph.D., authored Performance Based Funding in Higher Education, The State of Truth… Continue reading MSED assistant professor pens first book
Newman University ranked No. 10 for online nursing program
Newman University was recently ranked tenth in the nation for its online nursing program by Affordable Colleges Online, adding another recognition to the university’s already touted nursing programs. “We made sure… Continue reading Newman University ranked No. 10 for online nursing program
Students ‘transform society’ on Winter Service Trip
Newman University student Wesley Williams joined Campus Ministry on a Winter Service Trip to Santa Fe, N.M., where a group of 19 students with Father John Fogliasso and Campus Ministry… Continue reading Students ‘transform society’ on Winter Service Trip
Final Friday Jan. 29 at Steckline Gallery presents ‘Interpersonal’ paintings by Gregory Folken
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Interpersonal” by Gregory Folken as the fifth show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of paintings, which begins with a Final Friday reception… Continue reading Final Friday Jan. 29 at Steckline Gallery presents ‘Interpersonal’ paintings by Gregory Folken
Newman University closes Dec. 23 – Jan. 4
Newman University will be closed Dec. 23, 2015–Jan. 3, 2016 for the holidays. The university will reopen Monday, Jan. 4. Classes resume Tuesday, Jan. 19. Merry Christmas! We’ll see you next… Continue reading Newman University closes Dec. 23 – Jan. 4
Newman to launch Entrepreneurship minor in Fall 2016
Newman University will launch an Entrepreneurship minor academic program in the Fall 2016 semester. The new program is designed to provide a good option for those students who may later… Continue reading Newman to launch Entrepreneurship minor in Fall 2016
Preparation, research, passion guide students’ Scholars Day project
Students Ashley Hare, Rikkie Hemmert, Alyssa Keimig and Angela Walker began preparing for Scholars Day at the beginning of the semester. “We started talking about it the first week of school in… Continue reading Preparation, research, passion guide students’ Scholars Day project
Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
All week, students, faculty and staff have enjoyed food and festivities with Newman University “Holly Days.” Organized by the Division of Student Life, “Holly Days” celebrates the season, with departments… Continue reading Newman University continues ‘Holly Days’ with #nuhollydays
Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Beginning tonight, Thursday Nov. 19, and continuing through the weekend, the Newman Theatre and Music Departments will present the classic musical, “Damn Yankees.” The show tells the story of Old… Continue reading Newman senior fulfills dream role in ‘Damn Yankees’
Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
The Wichita Community Foundation engaged Reach Advisors, a New York-based research firm founded by Wichita native James Chung, to determine what Wichita needs to do to reshape the future of… Continue reading Diagnosis Wichita: #FocusForwardICT comes to Newman University
Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
Not only will faculty and staff decorate doors and light Christmas trees to celebrate the season, but the entire Newman University community will also be able to take part in… Continue reading Newman University ‘Holly Days’ festivities begin Nov. 30
Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Richard Lapchick, Ph.D. delivered his lecture “Diversity in Sports” to a group of Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni on Tuesday, Nov. 10, covering civic and social issues including… Continue reading Civil rights activist Richard Lapchick on the power of sports
Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will present their first vocal music concert of the year at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25 in historic St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred… Continue reading Newman Chorale show to take audience on voyage “Over the Sea to the Skye”
Five Newman seniors, two juniors gain early acceptance to medical school programs
All five Newman University pre-med students who interviewed with the University of Kansas School of Medicine for early admittance this semester were recently notified that they had been accepted. Starla Dugan,… Continue reading Five Newman seniors, two juniors gain early acceptance to medical school programs
‘Hay Fever’ show to ‘infect’ campus with laughter
The Newman University Theatre Department season opener “Hay Fever” is said to cause symptoms including uncontrollable giggling, light-heartedness, and, in extreme cases, highly infectious laughter in people of all ages. “Hay… Continue reading ‘Hay Fever’ show to ‘infect’ campus with laughter
NU Troubadours travel across Midwest
Recently, the Newman University Troubadours traveled across the Midwest doing what they do best: Singing. The trip started on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015. The Troubadours’ first stop was Blue Springs, Mo.,… Continue reading NU Troubadours travel across Midwest
Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Newman University Dean of Students Levi Esses is known on campus as a friendly man who is there to help his students, and pose for group selfies from time to… Continue reading Quick thinking, training make Levi Esses a hero
Business expertise, ethics will be focus of new School of Business at Newman University
Newman University will create a new School of Business that focuses not only on knowledge and expertise in business, but also ethics, entrepreneurship and socially conscious practices in business. The… Continue reading Business expertise, ethics will be focus of new School of Business at Newman University
Newman alumna Susan Pool recognized by Wichita Business Journal
Newman alumna Susan Pool was named as one of the 20 honorees in the Wichita Business Journal’s class of 2015 Women in Business on July 21. The Business Journal highlights 20… Continue reading Newman alumna Susan Pool recognized by Wichita Business Journal
Newman University welcomes Norm Jones as Vice President for Enrollment Management
Norm Jones has been named Vice President for Enrollment Management at Newman University, effective Aug. 1, 2015. “We are very excited to have Norm join the Newman leadership team,” said… Continue reading Newman University welcomes Norm Jones as Vice President for Enrollment Management
Newman University president featured on radio
Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. was at Entercom Thursday, July 30 to talk about the many things Newman has to offer on the ISSUES 2015 Show with Steve… Continue reading Newman University president featured on radio
Bishop Gerber visits campus, talks about important role Newman University plays
The Most Rev. Eugene J. Gerber, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Wichita, recently visited the Newman University campus. During his stop, he took time to speak about the important… Continue reading Bishop Gerber visits campus, talks about important role Newman University plays
Blog gives ‘A Closer Look’ into Newman student life
Newman University is excited to announce its new blog on Tumblr. “A Closer Look” is a media-driven student life blog designed to give students an idea of what it’s like… Continue reading Blog gives ‘A Closer Look’ into Newman student life
Bowman chosen to participate in leadership academy
Newman University Associate Director of Admissions, Quinn Bowman, has been selected to participate in the 2015-16 Midwestern cohort of the College Board’s Enrollment Leadership Academy (ELA). Bowman was nominated for… Continue reading Bowman chosen to participate in leadership academy
Professor leads students across continent with ‘Europe by Rail’
Every other year, Associate Professor of History Kelly McFall, Ph.D. leads a group of students in a trip across Europe called “Europe by Rail.” With the trip almost over, participants… Continue reading Professor leads students across continent with ‘Europe by Rail’
Newman University Music, Theatre Departments present ‘Legally Blonde the Musical’ Nov. 20-23
The Newman University Music and Theatre Departments will present “Legally Blonde the Musical” for three evening performances and one matinee. The show will be performed at 8 p.m. Nov. 20,… Continue reading Newman University Music, Theatre Departments present ‘Legally Blonde the Musical’ Nov. 20-23
Newman University to honor veterans Nov. 11 at special Mass
Newman University Chaplain Fr. John Fogliasso will celebrate a special Mass in honor of veterans at 12:05 p.m. on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 in St. John Chapel, inside Sacred Heart… Continue reading Newman University to honor veterans Nov. 11 at special Mass
Friends and Newman have $293 million impact on local economy
Two private educational institutions in Wichita are making a substantial economic impact on the local economy according to a recent economic impact study commissioned by the Kansas Independent Colleges Association… Continue reading Friends and Newman have $293 million impact on local economy