Professor Emily Ritter began her role as the director of the Newman University’s Steckline Gallery in Fall 2024.
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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.
Ready to teach the next generation: Camdyn Kindred ’25
Camdyn Kindred ‘25 landed a teaching role and is excited to pursue her dream of transforming students’ lives for the better.
New era for Newman Athletics begins with Kenyon Spears at the helm
Kenyon Spears, a leader from Texas, is bringing his vision to Newman University as the school’s new Athletic DIrector.
Future veterinarian Anna Strickbine receives St. Newman scholarship
Anna Strickbine, an incoming first-year student at Newman University, is one of five recipients of the competitive St. Newman Scholarship.
St. Newman Scholar Danielle Brown eager to grow in faith at Newman
Danielle Brown starts a new chapter of her life this fall at Newman University as one five St. Newman scholarship recipients.
Citlaly Campa: Choosing her passion over everyone else’s plan
Soon after Citlaly Campa started her college journey, she discovered her passion wasn’t under the microscope — it was in the sports industry.
Holy Savior Catholic Academy honors late alumna Bernie Winston ’12
On May 20, Holy Savior Catholic Academy honored the life and legacy of Bernastein “Bernie” Winston, a 2012 graduate of Newman University.
Moments of stillness give Theodore Sponsel ‘transformative’ Newman experience
For Newman graduate Theodore Sponsel ’25, who earned his Associate of Arts degree, it was the quiet moments that made the biggest impact.
Newman degrees, bootcamps address growing need for AI-literate professionals
Newman degrees will debut in data science and applied AI this fall, joining expanded MBA graduate offerings in AI.
Wichita AI professionals showcase real-world innovation at Newman event
“Leveraging AI for Business Innovation, Community Service and Personal Productivity” featured expert presentations and group discussions.
From Hawaii to the Heartland: Carianne Takeuchi finds path at Newman
When Carianne Takeuchi graduated from Newman University in May 2025, she left with more than just her degree in sports media and promotion.
Graduates Erika and Isaac Iseman find love, lifelong callings at Newman
Married couple Erika and Isaac Iseman crossed the commencement stage in May as 2025 Newman University graduates.
Twin graduates follow in father’s footsteps with nurse anesthesia careers
Twins Blake and Lucas Rawls earned their Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) degrees from Newman, following their father’s footsteps.
Christine Werth celebrates 30 years and counting at Newman University
Thirty years ago in 1995, Christine Werth stepped into the Registrar’s Office as a new employee of Newman University.
Newman University announces 2025 spring Dean’s List
Newman University has released its 2025 spring Dean’s List with a total of 420 undergraduate students who achieved the qualifications.
Newman University announces 2025 spring graduates
These Newman University students have completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2025 spring semester.
Newman celebrates 85th anniversary of Father Emil Kapaun’s ordination
Newman University honored the 85th anniversary of Father Emil Kapaun’s ordination with Mass celebrated in St. John’s Chapel on June 9.
From online graduate to future priest: Daniel Cooper
Newman alumnus Daniel Cooper ’20 will be ordained as a transitional deacon in November, marking a step closer to the priesthood.