Newman faculty and staff appointments announced for 2024-25

Newman faculty and staff collaborate at an off-campus retreat Sept. 3.

Newman University has made the following appointments of new faculty and staff for the 2024-25 school year.

Bishop Kemme celebrates Mass of Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony for first-year students

Bishop Carl Kemme of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita

First-year students, Newman faculty and staff celebrated the Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Ceremony on August 29 in Saint John’s Chapel.

The core four: Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) student leadership team

Student compete in a campus-wide dodgeball tournament with CAB and Student Life at Newman.

Get to know the 2024-25 student executive leadership team on the Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) at Newman University.

Alumna Victoria Magwire bakes her way into a new side business

When third grade teacher Victoria Magwire isn’t feeding young minds, she spends a good batch of time in the kitchen baking.

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

Two bidders excitedly raise their hands during the live auction portion of the Party on the Plaza fundraiser.

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

Excitement captured: sentiments of a new semester at Newman

Members of the Newman bowling teams laugh while running the Color Run Aug. 24.

Fall classes are underway, students have returned and the energy of a new semester can be felt from every area of the Newman campus.

Newman’s director of nursing brings goals to growing program

Clarkson (left) congratulates a student during the May 2024 Newman nurse pinning ceremony.

Newman Director of Nursing Ashton Clarkson ‘09 has always had an interest in helping others in the nursing profession.

Get to know your Newman student success staff

(From left to right) The Student Success team is composed of Annen, Vardell, Ross, Kurtyka and Slack.

With a vibrant team behind it, the Student Success Center staff is ready to serve students in every chapter of their college journeys.

Miss Kansas Alexis Smith featured on ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast

Miss Kansas Alexis Smith holds her puppet, Aliyah, as she demonstrates her ventriloquism talent.

Royalty graced “The Newman Bond” podcast when Newman nursing alumna and 2024 Miss Kansas Alexis Smith ’23 was featured July 16.

Several seminarians spent summer in faithful service

Koby Nguyen spent much of him time behind bars this summer, bringing the Word to prisoners. He said the experience changed the way he views God’s love and mercy. (Advance photo)

Several Newman University seminarians, students and alumni spent their 2024 summers in faithful service to the Lord.

A lifelong impact: Father Tom Welk wins 2024 St. Newman Medal

Rev. Thomas A. Welk, C.PP.S. is the 2024 St. Newman Medal winner and gave the commencement address to the class of 2024.

Newman’s newest class calls campus home on move-in day

A student and her family members help move her into the residence halls during move-in day at Newman University.

With backpacks and boxes in tow, a mix of first-year students, transfers and family members filled Carrocci Hall during move-in day August 16.

ASC sisters celebrate their 50-year Jubilees as Adorers

Sisters of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ raise their hands as they read a prayer in unison.

Sister Barbara Smith, ASC, and Sister Diana Rawlings, ASC, celebrated their 50th Jubilees as Adorers of the Blood of Christ in July 2024.

Johnston family gives generous estate gift to Newman University

Marianne and Jerry Johnston with Rev. Tom Welk (Courtesy photo: J.V. Johnston)

Inspired by Newman’s mission, Marianne and Jerry Johnston left a transformative estate gift to Newman University for nearly $255,000.

Overcoming oceans: Sophia Kassita’s Newman nursing journey

Sophia Kassita wears her scrubs, gloves and stethoscope in a Newman nursing classroom. Photo courtesy of JCBPix Photography.

For Newman University graduate Sophia Kassita ‘24, attending Newman University’s nursing school was a transatlantic journey.

St. Newman full-tuition scholarship goes to Jenna Ju

Ju and her parents stand with a big check in the amount of "full tuition to Newman University."

Jenna Ju has been selected as one of five incoming Newman University freshmen to receive the St. John Henry Newman Scholarship.

Alumnus Tad Druart publishes children’s book

Newman University alumnus Tad Druart ’87 recently published a children’s book co-written with his granddaughter, Eleanor.

Amanda Stanley presented with the 2024 Spirit of Acuto alumni award

Amanda Stanley ‘08 is the recipient of the 2024 Spirit of Acuto Award.

God’s grace brings university chaplain back home

Father Ed Herzog, Newman’s new chaplain, may be a new face to some, but he is certainly no stranger to Newman University.

Grace Hertel of Oregon awarded St. Newman full-tuition scholarship

Grace Hertel is one of five St. Newman full-tuition scholars of 2024. (Courtesy photo)

Grace Hertel of Forest Grove, Oregon, was one of five students awarded the full-tuition St. Newman Scholarship from Newman University.

Tanya Woods’ life turnaround at Newman

Woods (lower center) and her family

Tanya Woods ’23 returned to college for a life turnaround at Newman University and scored a higher paying job as a result.

Director of Music Deanne Zogleman reprises role in ‘Hello, Dolly’

"Hello, Dolly" features Director of Music Deanne Zogleman (center) as "Dolly." (Photo credit: Louise Brinegar)

Newman Director of Music Deanne Zogleman will reprise the role of “Dolly” in “Hello, Dolly” alongside Newman alumni July 18-21.

Alumnus Matt Riedl wins Emmy for Catholic video ‘Portraits of the Call’

Riedl with his Emmy Award for his "Portraits of the Call" video project with the Diocese of Lansing in Michigan.

Less than 10 years after graduating from Newman University, alumnus Matt Riedl ’15 recently won an Emmy Award for his video storytelling.

Karen Flanigan receives St. Maria De Mattias Alumni Award

Karen Flanigan ’64, ’85 is the 2024 recipient of the Saint Maria De Mattias Alumni Award from Newman University.

Professor Straub hits 50th interview with media as local expert

(From left to right) KAKE News general manager Mike Rajewski and KAKE news reporter Jocelyn Schifferdecker with Straub.

Larry Straub, DBA, was recently interviewed by local media for the 50th time for being an expert in business and economics.

Newman hosts national reacting game development conference

Ferguson (left) dressed as Marie Antoinette for “The Diamond Necklace Affair” game during the Reacting Game Development Conference at Newman University.

Faculty members from across the US traveled to Newman University for the Reacting to the Past Game Development Conference July 11-13.

Newman University launches task force to spearhead athletic facility upgrades

Newman University announced a new task force to lead a significant fundraising initiative to modernizing its outdoor athletic facilities.

Newman connection helps graduate Grant Sacket land job

Sacket and his partner

Alumnus Grant Sacket ’21 used his Newman connections to score a job at Koch Industries in Wichita.

‘A miracle’ leads seminarian Matthew Ralls back to Newman

Ralls stands before a white cross with fellow participants of the 2012 Guatemala Study and Serve program at Newman University.

Matthew Ralls ‘14 believes divine intervention brought him back to Newman University for the 2024 summer Spanish immersion program.

First-generation graduate Melody Mertes inspired by parents to earn degree

Mertes greets a friend following the Baccalaureate Mass in St. John's Chapel for graduates and their families.

First-generation graduate Melody Mertes ’24 was inspired by her parents to earn her college degree from Newman University.

Culture and service attracts St. Newman Scholar

Desiray Cuellar is one of five students out of 47 interviewed in the class of 2028 to receive the St. Newman Scholarship.

A look back at the 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program

Newman University held its 2024 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP).

Newman supports students through FAFSA delays

Despite the challenges many high schoolers are experiencing due to the FAFSA delay, Newman University Admissions is equipped to help.

Father Adam Grelinger completes last days as Newman chaplain

Father Adam Grelinger (second from the left) folds his hands on stage at the 2024 Newman commencement ceremony.

After five years as the campus chaplain, Father Adam Grelinger ‘11 celebrated his last day at Newman University on June 21.

Video: Save the date for Party on the Plaza Sept. 28

The Newman troubadours perform in flapper dresses and caps during the roaring 20's themed Party on the Plaza (2023).

The Roaring 20’s theme is back and better than ever for Newman University’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Party on the Plaza.

Officer Gupilan wins prestigious Newman alumni award

Kris Gupilan accepts Beata Netemeyer Service Award

Kristopher Gupilan ‘08 won one of the four prestigious awards that Newman alumni are eligible to receive — the Beata Netemeyer Service Award.

Sacred Heart Hall revitalization task force announced

A new task force has been appointed to lead fundraising efforts to revitalize Newman University’s Sacred Heart Hall.

The Gerber Institute presents ‘Savoring the Faith’ fundraiser

The Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies will be holding the “Savoring the Faith” fundraiser from 7-9 pm Saturday, June 29, in the Newman University Dugan Gorges Conference Center.