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
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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
Final Friday Aug. 29 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Caution at Play’
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Caution at Play” by Beth Golay and Tanya Tandoc as the first show of its 2014-2015 season. The exhibit of mixed media artwork,… Continue reading Final Friday Aug. 29 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Caution at Play’
Staff Assembly Silent Auction Collects $4,522
On Friday 11 Newman University‘s Staff Assembly Silent Auction Committee wrapped up its silent auction collecting $4,522 from bid donations. Profits from this event will be used to fund Hearts… Continue reading Staff Assembly Silent Auction Collects $4,522
Members of the Kansas Legislature praise, pass resolutions commemorating Newman University 80th Anniversary
It isn’t often that members of the Kansas Legislature take time to sing the praises of a private institution of higher education. But that’s just what happened March 13, when… Continue reading Members of the Kansas Legislature praise, pass resolutions commemorating Newman University 80th Anniversary
Final Friday March 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Under the Layers’ by Jennifer McBratney and Erin Raux
The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Under the Layers” by Jennifer McBratney and Erin Raux as the seventh show of its 2013-2014 season.
Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic
Newman University students and alumni volunteered to help uninsured children receive free dental care at “Give Kids a Smile Day,” a cooperative effort between the Wichita-Sedgwick County Oral Health Coalition… Continue reading Newman University students, alums volunteer to help ‘Give Kids a Smile’ at dental clinic
Newman University hosts Career Fair April 1
Newman University will host a Spring 2014 Career Fair from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman campus. The event is available… Continue reading Newman University hosts Career Fair April 1
Newman University spring enrollment sets another record
The official federal enrollment report for the Spring 2014 semester shows a solid performance for Newman University, with enrollment growth driven by a new program launched in January. Spring enrollment… Continue reading Newman University spring enrollment sets another record
Newman University student Kristin Martin receives Best-Paper Award for study of eugenics in Kansas
Newman University student Kristin Martin has been awarded the Student Best-Paper Award from the Missouri Valley History Conference at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Martin, a senior, will present her paper… Continue reading Newman University student Kristin Martin receives Best-Paper Award for study of eugenics in Kansas
Affirmations of the University – Newman student part of Wichita Grand Opera production ‘William Tell’
Newman University senior Brittany Jonas will be a member of the chorus in the Wichita Grand Opera production of Gioachino Rossini’s masterpiece “William Tell,” at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22… Continue reading Affirmations of the University – Newman student part of Wichita Grand Opera production ‘William Tell’
Share your love for Newman Fine Arts through the Wichita Art Day of Giving social competition
On Feb. 28 Newman University will take part in the Wichita Art Day of Giving. As part of the Wichita Art Day of Giving, the Wichita Community Foundation has launched… Continue reading Share your love for Newman Fine Arts through the Wichita Art Day of Giving social competition
Azzun, Beck named Homecoming queen and king
Gladys Azzun and Alex Beck were named 2014 Homecoming queen and king at the Homecoming men’s basketball game against McMurray University Saturday, Feb. 8. Both Azzun and Beck are biology majors… Continue reading Azzun, Beck named Homecoming queen and king
Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
Stephen Palubicki, Ph.D. … Sr. Therese Wetta, ASC… Barbara Wing … These former professors – as well as current faculty members Surendra Singh, Ph.D., Susan Orsbon, Stacy Jones, Ph.D. and… Continue reading Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8
Newman University to host human trafficking awareness event Jan. 29
In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Newman University will host a Volunteer Fair and a free screening of the documentary film, “What I Have Been Through is Not Who I… Continue reading Newman University to host human trafficking awareness event Jan. 29
Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Francis invited to Jan. 23 event
Newman University alumni who are physicians, nurses, nurse anesthetists and other allied health professionals employed by Via Christi-St. Francis Hospital are invited to a special event on Thursday, Jan. 23 in… Continue reading Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Francis invited to Jan. 23 event
Newman University honors Fall 2013 graduates
The Newman University Fall 2013 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. A total of 172 graduates were… Continue reading Newman University honors Fall 2013 graduates
Mathematics and other science alums invited to visit with favorite professors Feb. 8
Dr. JoAnn Mark, ASC … Dr. Dan Fitzgerald … Dennis Schmidt … Jim Klenke … All these former professors – as well as current faculty members Barbara Sponsel, John Vogt… Continue reading Mathematics and other science alums invited to visit with favorite professors Feb. 8
Newman University students named to Dean’s List
Newman University officials have announced the students on the Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2013. To qualify for this achievement, a student must complete 12 credit hours and… Continue reading Newman University students named to Dean’s List
Western Kansas alumni of science and health science programs to meet Jan. 25
Newman University alumni with degrees in the sciences, nursing and allied health programs who live in the southwestern part of Kansas are invited to celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the… Continue reading Western Kansas alumni of science and health science programs to meet Jan. 25