Constitution Day Lecture to feature history professor Gretchen Eick

Newman University will present Gretchen Eick, Ph.D., professor of history at Friends University, as the guest speaker for the 2012 Constitution Day Lecture. The lecture will take place at 7… Continue reading Constitution Day Lecture to feature history professor Gretchen Eick

Newman student-athletes again earn top academic awards

For the fifth time in the past six years, Newman University athletics programs have claimed the highest average student-athlete GPA among all athletic programs in the NCAA Division II Heartland… Continue reading Newman student-athletes again earn top academic awards

Newman University stages Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships

Newman University will present Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships. The event will take place on… Continue reading Newman University stages Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships

President Carrocci appears on TV higher education series

Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. was interviewed by KWCH Channel 12 news anchor Cindy Klose in a live broadcast Aug. 22. The “Klose Up” interview was part of a… Continue reading President Carrocci appears on TV higher education series

Students give Newman high marks in national survey

Newman University students are engaged, challenged and highly satisfied with their overall experience at the university, according to findings in the just-released report of the 2012 National Survey of Student… Continue reading Students give Newman high marks in national survey

Steckline Gallery features artists Derek Wilkinson and Patricia Kahn

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will launch its 2012-2013 season with “Paradoxes and Extremes: Where the Heavens Meet the Prairies” by Derek Wilkinson and Patricia Kahn, beginning with a Final… Continue reading Steckline Gallery features artists Derek Wilkinson and Patricia Kahn

Newman University, Garden City CC sign articulation agreement

Newman University and Garden City Community College signed a new general articulation agreement on Monday, Aug. 6, which guarantees the acceptance of GCCC graduates as Newman juniors. The event was covered… Continue reading Newman University, Garden City CC sign articulation agreement

Refinished floor shines in Fugate Gymnasium

Fugate Gymnasium inside O’Shaughnessy Hall is sporting a refinished floor. The floor features a Newman University logo at center court, as well as Heartland Conference logos at each end and… Continue reading Refinished floor shines in Fugate Gymnasium

President Carrocci launches blog for Huffington Post

Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. was recently asked by the Huffington Post to blog periodically about topics related to private higher education. Her first blog post appeared Monday,… Continue reading President Carrocci launches blog for Huffington Post

Newman University names Troy Horine Vice President for University Advancement

Newman University has named Wichita native Troy Horine Vice President for University Advancement. Horine has assumed duties at Newman effective July 16. Horine will oversee Newman’s Advancement Department, which incorporates… Continue reading Newman University names Troy Horine Vice President for University Advancement

Two Wichita students receive scholarships from Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to attend Newman University

Two students from Wichita will attend Newman University in the fall thanks in part to scholarships awarded by the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The students – Dayanna Huerta, a… Continue reading Two Wichita students receive scholarships from Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to attend Newman University

Newman signs five-year outfitting contract with Adidas

NU Athletics recently signed a five-year contract with Adidas, which will provide exclusive apparel and footwear to all of Newman’s athletic teams. The new agreement ensures that all Newman University athletic teams… Continue reading Newman signs five-year outfitting contract with Adidas

Newman closed for Independence Day

No classes will be held and all offices will be closed at Newman University Wednesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Classes and offices will resume normal hours on… Continue reading Newman closed for Independence Day

Newman hosts Heart of America Men’s Chorus concert June 30 – July 1

The Heart of America Men’s Chorus will present its 10th Anniversary Concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 30 and 4 p.m. Sunday, July 1 in the Performance Hall, inside the… Continue reading Newman hosts Heart of America Men’s Chorus concert June 30 – July 1

Newman University dual-admissions agreement with Hutchinson Community College offers scholarships, smoother transfer to four-year college

Newman University and Hutchinson Community College have entered into an agreement designed to help HCC students continue their education at a four-year school.

Newman University – Seward County Community College agreement offers scholarships, smoother transfer to four-year college

Newman University and Seward County Community College have created a dual-admissions agreement that includes a transfer scholarship for students who will continue their education at Newman upon graduation from SCCC.

Newman University honors students of Investigative Summer Science Program

Eighteen students from 15 different high schools in Kansas gathered with science professors, administrators, and parents at a recent luncheon to celebrate the students’ completion of the Newman University Investigative… Continue reading Newman University honors students of Investigative Summer Science Program

Anonymous donors honor Father Emil Kapaun with scholarship for Newman University Campus Ministry students

Anonymous donors recently made a gift of $75,000 to create a scholarship for students involved in Campus Ministry at Newman University, and to honor the life and work of Father… Continue reading Anonymous donors honor Father Emil Kapaun with scholarship for Newman University Campus Ministry students

Ablah Award recipients celebrated at luncheon

Newman University 2012 recipients of the Harvey J. and Leona J. Ablah Awards were celebrated at a June 14 luncheon hosted by Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. The awards… Continue reading Ablah Award recipients celebrated at luncheon

Three future Newman students awarded The Kansas Hispanic Scholarship

Several members of the Newman community attended a dinner held by the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, of which Newman University is a proud Deans Circle donor. The event, Embracing… Continue reading Three future Newman students awarded The Kansas Hispanic Scholarship

Newman Society luncheon honors donors

Members of the Newman Society gathered for a luncheon May 31 in the Tarcisia Roths, ASC Alumni Center on the Newman University campus. During the proceedings, 28 members were recognized… Continue reading Newman Society luncheon honors donors

Delegation from a Wichita Sister City visits Newman

Representatives from Tlalnepantla, Mexico, one of four Sister Cities with Wichita, visited Newman University June 1 as part of a two-week tour of the city. Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci,… Continue reading Delegation from a Wichita Sister City visits Newman

Newman University projects designed to create more ‘green’ campus

Newman University has taken another step in ongoing efforts designed to create a more “green” campus – and save the university money. Newman recently contracted with Seeders, Inc., a Wichita… Continue reading Newman University projects designed to create more ‘green’ campus

Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation

Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2012 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 20 on the Newman campus.

Newman University students named to Dean’s List

Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the spring semester of 2012. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Dean’s List

Students explain what they appreciate about NU

There are many reasons why students love Newman University. Watch as students explain what sets Newman apart from the rest. This video was the creative idea of Pharouk Hussein, 2012… Continue reading Students explain what they appreciate about NU

Newman University awarded $110K grant to help area educators

The Kansas State Department of Education has awarded Newman University a Title IIB Mathematics/Science Partnership Grant for $110,000, which the university will use to help teachers in the Wichita and… Continue reading Newman University awarded $110K grant to help area educators

Founders Plaza: Biographies of the ASC now online

In 2006 Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC conceived an idea that would help remember those sisters who have served God’s people on Newman’s campus. Through much work from Sister Charlotte, as well as… Continue reading Founders Plaza: Biographies of the ASC now online

Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D., right, and Newman Board of Trustees Vice Chairwoman Linda Snook hosted a luncheon for the Most Rev. Michael O. Jackels, Bishop of the Catholic… Continue reading Bishop Jackels, Alice and Dale Wiggins receive honorary degrees

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