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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 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 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.

Newman University profs help United Way allocate funds

Newman University Associate Professor of Social Work Sue Ellen Gardner, Ph.D. and Associate Professor of Philosophy Jamey Findling, Ph.D. were part of a volunteer panel that recently helped the United… Continue reading Newman University profs help United Way allocate funds

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

Newman University Jets vs. Wichita State Shockers Dec. 19

The Wichita State University men’s basketball team will host the Newman Jets in a regular season contest scheduled for 7:05 p.m., Monday, Dec. 19 at the Charles Koch Arena in… Continue reading Newman University Jets vs. Wichita State Shockers Dec. 19

Newman University to present debut concert by new wind ensemble Dec. 11

The Newman University Music Department will present the first concert by the new Newman University Wind Ensemble, called “Joy! Festive Music Heralding the Coming of Christmas.” The concert will be at… Continue reading Newman University to present debut concert by new wind ensemble Dec. 11

Graduation activities set for Dec. 16 – 17

Newman University will honor Fall 2011 graduates with a variety of ceremonies set for Dec. 16 and 17.

Newman University to award honorary degrees to Newbery Medal recipient, Guatemala missionaries on Dec. 17

Newman University officials have announced that alumna and Newbery Medal recipient Clare Sander Vanderpool, and Guatemala missionaries Dani Brought, ASC and Kris Schrader, ASC, will be awarded Doctor of Humane… Continue reading Newman University to award honorary degrees to Newbery Medal recipient, Guatemala missionaries on Dec. 17

Newman University to present ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ Choral Concert Dec. 4

The Newman University Music Department will present a special musical offering, “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 in the Performance Hall of the De Mattias Fine… Continue reading Newman University to present ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ Choral Concert Dec. 4