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‘I wanted to keep growing’: Yazmin Puentes Probedo earns two Newman degrees

Yazmin “Yaya” Puentes Probedo didn’t plan to walk across Newman’s commencement stage twice in two years, but when the opportunity came, she took it.

Your weekly athletics recap: Oct. 2-9

Read this weekly review of Newman University Athletics to ensure you don’t miss the biggest news, scores, updates and more.

New Heritage Room display honors St. John Henry Newman

Sacred Heart Hall’s Heritage Room has a new display dedicated to Newman’s namesake, Saint John Henry Newman.

How three Icelandic golfers found a home at Newman

For the first time ever, Newman University is home to three Icelandic golfers: Halldor Vidar Gunnarsson, Asdis Eva Bjarnadottir and Tomas Hugi Asgeirsson.

Courtney Klaus ’20 follows in father’s footsteps as Party on the Plaza emcee

Newman alumna Courtney Klaus ’20 stepped into the spotlight Sept. 27 as Master of Ceremonies for Party on the Plaza.

Meet first-generation graduate student: Angelica Rodriguez

Angelica Rodriguez is a first-generation graduate student at Newman, and says earning her higher education is her way of honoring her parents and heritage. 

From Spain to Newman — and back again: Fernando Rubio Garcia

When Fernando Rubio Garcia first arrived at Newman University, he was chasing a dream of balancing soccer with academics.

Students express gratitude for Party on the Plaza donations

For many Newman students, this year’s Party on the Plaza wasn’t just a celebration — it was a chance to show gratitude for the scholarships making a difference in their lives.

Video: 2025 Party on the Plaza highlights

Watch the video replay of the 2025 Party on the Plaza, which raised more than $200,000 for student financial aid.

$200k raised for student scholarships at 2025 Party on the Plaza

During the 2025 Party on the Plaza, supporters raised money for student financial aid that makes a Newman education possible.

Newman’s social work program receives $2.3 million grant

After two years of preparation and a year-long wait, Newman’s Master of Social Work program has been awarded a $2.3 million federal grant.

More than a walk: Alumna Heidi Parish ’86 brings joy to pets, humans

Shaped by her English and communication degrees at Newman, alumna Heidi Parish ’86 is the owner of a dog walking business in Colorado.

Your weekly athletics recap: Sept. 18-25

Take a look at the weekly Newman University athletics recap for a review of the biggest news, scores, updates and more.

Zany comedy ‘Tom, Dick and Harry’ hits Newman’s stage

The theater department is putting on a zany comedy play, “Tom, Dick and Harry” from October 2-5.

Steckline Gallery presents ‘What Remains, What Renews’ for October exhibition

The Steckline Gallery will present “What Remains, What Renews” by Makenzie Raymundo during the October art exhibition at Newman University.

Navigator helps Newman students soar from college to career

At Newman University, students take part in Navigator, a guided journey that carries them from their first semester to graduation and beyond.

Newman welcomes 29 new faculty and staff in 2025

Newman welcomed 29 new faculty and staff between the 2025 spring and fall semester.

Meet the Director of the Steckline Gallery: Emily Ritter 

Professor Emily Ritter began her role as the director of the Newman University’s Steckline Gallery in Fall 2024.

Faculty member Vanessa Rials inspires through speaking platform

Newman faculty Vanessa Rials has taken on more than 75 speaking engagements across the Midwest through her platform, Positive Perspective.

The new faces of music at Newman: Mary Ellen Swords and David Pérez

Two new faces are leading the music program at Newman this fall — Mary Ellen Swords and David Pérez — and they’re bringing a new rhythm to campus.

Justin Berry ‘11 scores new head coach role in Switzerland 

Wallabies announce new head coach, Newman alumni Justin Berry ’11

Newman University enrolls largest number of seminarians yet

A record-breaking 25 seminarians enrolled for fall 2025, marking the largest seminarian class in Newman University’s history.

Bethany Griffiths ’25 leads by example on and off the course

Bethany Griffiths, a 2025 graduate, is the new graduate assistant for both the men and women’s golf teams at Newman University.

Ready for a roaring time: Reserve tickets for Roaring 20’s Party on the Plaza

Excitement is building as the date for Wichita’s Party on the Plaza fundraiser, themed around the Roaring 20’s, draws near.

Charity softball tournament helped Newman’s mission come to life

Leaders of the SAAC helped Newman’s mission of empowering graduates come to life with its charity softball fundraiser on August 3.

Steckline Gallery presents ‘Geo-Floral’ for September exhibition

Steckline Gallery will present “Geo-Floral” by artist Taiomah Rutledge during a First Friday exhibition September 5 at Newman University.

Explosions of color set the tone for a new year of Student Life events

Rainbow-colored plumes of powder filled Newman University’s campus Saturday, August 23 for the third annual Color Run.

With record-breaking 32% increase, Newman achieves second-highest new student enrollment in school history

Newman University is experiencing exceptional new student enrollment growth for Fall 2025, up 32% year-over-year.

Newman’s Murphy honored with prestigious collegiate bowling service award

Newman Bowling Coach Billy Murphy won the Gordon Tiegen Service Award, the most prestigious college recognition for service to the sport.

Newman names Geri Tyrell associate vice president of Academic Affairs

Geri Tyrell, DNP, recently took on a new leadership role as the associate vice president of Academic Affairs at Newman University.

A weekend of reminiscing and new beginnings with first-year students

Smiles, hugs and the shuffle of moving boxes filled Carrocci Residence Hall as Newman University welcomed first-year students to campus.

Newman announces 2025-26 improv, theater season

Newman University has announced its 2025-26 theater season, featuring a mix of improv comedy, drama, musicals and student-directed works.

Newman baseball alumni bring teamwork to careers at Aegis

Former Newman baseball teammates Adam McNew ’07 and Nick Robertson ’09, ’10 are present-day work teammates at Aegis Group, LLC.

Alumna Ginny Wylie’s meaningful mentorship as a Spiritual Companion

Newman alumna Ginny Wylie ’93 goes above and beyond her role as a Spiritual Companion for the women’s soccer team.

Newman University offers new 4 p.m. Sunday Mass time

Beginning August 17, Sunday Mass in St. John’s Chapel will be celebrated at 4 pm on the Newman University campus.

Tim Cho named dean of Newman School of Healthcare Professions

Tim Cho, M.D., an experienced health care educator and leader, is the new dean of the School of Healthcare Professions at Newman University.

Now streaming: ‘Sod & Stubble’ movie features Newman community members

Four Newman University community members are featured in the movie “Sod & Stubble,” now available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime.

Newman in the know: your back-to-school checklist

Whether you’re a first-year student, a returner, living on-campus in the residence halls or commuting each day, here are some tips and tid-bits to know for all things back-to-school.

Graduate Rebecca Herd accepted into nuclear medicine program

Newman graduate Rebecca Herd ’25 recently achieved a major milestone: acceptance into the nuclear medicine program at the University of Arkansas.

Newman alumnus heads to NFL as Lions’ graphic designer

Newman University alumnus CJ Campbell ’19 started working for the Detroit Lions as its graphic design coordinator in June 2025.