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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

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

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

Final Friday Jan. 31 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features photography and glass by Bob Benson and Robin Lies

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Kansas: The Lost Art of Looking” by Bob Benson and Robin Lies as the fifth show of its 2013-2014 season.

Chemistry and other science alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8

Dr. Margaret Knoeber, ASC … Dr. Jesse Moore … Dr. Judith Combs … All these former professors – as well as current faculty members David Shubert, Ph.D. and John Leyba,… Continue reading Chemistry and other science alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8

Affirmations of the university – Basketball Coach Mark Potter advocates help for mental illness

Newman University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Potter is featured in the Winter 2014 issue of Via Christi Life magazine. Potter speaks about his personal experiences with depression and the… Continue reading Affirmations of the university – Basketball Coach Mark Potter advocates help for mental illness

Newman University to stage 24-Hour Theatre Jan. 31 – Feb. 1

The Newman University Theatre Department is preparing to stage the third annual 24-hour Theatre Project. The activity will begin Friday, Jan. 31 and finish with performances of original productions at… Continue reading Newman University to stage 24-Hour Theatre Jan. 31 – Feb. 1

Newman University honors the late Doug Stanley at Fall 2013 Commencement

Newman University honored the late Douglas L. Stanley with a posthumous Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa degree during the Fall 2013 Commencement ceremony Dec. 14. Stanley’s widow Sheryl Stanley… Continue reading Newman University honors the late Doug Stanley at Fall 2013 Commencement

Newman University honors nursing degree candidates

Newman University recognized 20 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 13 on the Newman campus.

Affirmations: Four Newman alums receive KU School of Medicine-Wichita family medicine scholarships

Four alumni from the Newman University Class of 2010 were among eight fourth-year medical students at the University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita to receive scholarships to continue their studies in… Continue reading Affirmations: Four Newman alums receive KU School of Medicine-Wichita family medicine scholarships

Wichita high school students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Nineteen Wichita area high school students got a taste of college life – and two hours of college credit – by successfully completing the 2013 Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program.… Continue reading Wichita high school students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Newman University to hold Fall 2013 graduation activities Dec. 13 – 14

Newman University will hold the Fall 2013 Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14, respectively. The Newman School of Nursing and Allied Health will also honor… Continue reading Newman University to hold Fall 2013 graduation activities Dec. 13 – 14

Newman University students demonstrate academic prowess at Dec. 9 ‘Scholars Day’

On Dec. 9, 70 junior and senior students will show the world what they’ve learned during their time at Newman University. The students will be participants of the first “Scholars… Continue reading Newman University students demonstrate academic prowess at Dec. 9 ‘Scholars Day’

Newman School of Nursing catalyst and honorary degree recipient Marj Chance featured in Via Christi magazine

Marjorie “Marj” (Westwood) Chance, who sponsors nursing scholarships at Newman University and played a key role in establishing the School of Nursing at Newman, is featured in the “Chat with… Continue reading Newman School of Nursing catalyst and honorary degree recipient Marj Chance featured in Via Christi magazine

Music Department presents Christmas choral concert Dec. 8

The Newman University Music Department will present “Winter’s Song,” its annual Christmas choral concert, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center… Continue reading Music Department presents Christmas choral concert Dec. 8

Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships

Newman University nursing students Tabitha Attreau and Jared Hunsaker each received a $500 scholarship to continue their studies from Forty & Eight, an independent military veterans charitable organization. Attreau, an… Continue reading Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships

Hispanic scholarship made the difference for Newman University student Dayanna Huerta

Dayanna Huerta almost went to another university. Instead, she chose Newman University, thanks in part to a Newman scholarship awarded through the Kansas Hispanic Scholarship Program – and she’s glad… Continue reading Hispanic scholarship made the difference for Newman University student Dayanna Huerta

Newman Alumni Association hosts ‘Showcase Honors Banquet’ for high school seniors Nov. 21

The Newman University Alumni Association Board of Directors will host “The Newman Showcase Honors Banquet” on Thursday, Nov. 21. The banquet is designed to honor the scholastic achievements of high… Continue reading Newman Alumni Association hosts ‘Showcase Honors Banquet’ for high school seniors Nov. 21

‘Into the Woods’ featured on KSCW

On Monday, Nov. 18 Newman University Director of Theatre Mark Mannette was interviewed on “The Brett & Sierra Show” about the upcoming performance of “Into the Woods.” In addition to the interview, cast members… Continue reading ‘Into the Woods’ featured on KSCW

‘Into the Woods’ to be featured on KSCW Monday, Nov. 18

Tune in to KSCW Monday, Nov. 18 to see Newman University Director of Theatre Mark Mannette talk about the upcoming performance of “Into the Woods.” Mannette and cast members Francisco… Continue reading ‘Into the Woods’ to be featured on KSCW Monday, Nov. 18

Newman University president receives unexpected honor on Veteran’s Day

A visitor to the office of Newman University President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. brought an interesting twist to Veterans Day. The visitor, Master Sgt. Phillip Lipke, presented Carrocci with a… Continue reading Newman University president receives unexpected honor on Veteran’s Day

Nov. 20 Mission Talk: McNeill was a tireless worker for Sacred Heart Junior College

The institution we know today as Newman University owes a good part of its existence to the tireless efforts of its first president, Monsignor Leon A. McNeill. McNeill and his… Continue reading Nov. 20 Mission Talk: McNeill was a tireless worker for Sacred Heart Junior College

Music, Theatre Departments present ‘Into the Woods’ Nov. 21-24

The Newman University Music and Theatre Departments will present “Into the Woods,” featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. The musical will be presented at… Continue reading Music, Theatre Departments present ‘Into the Woods’ Nov. 21-24

Final Friday Nov. 29 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Lock Up’ by Jeff Pulaski

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Lock Up” by Jeff Pulaski as the fourth show of its 2013-2014 season. The exhibit of prints, which begins with a Final Friday… Continue reading Final Friday Nov. 29 at Newman University Steckline Gallery features ‘Lock Up’ by Jeff Pulaski

Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Theresa invited to Nov. 20 event

Newman University alumni employed by Via Christi-St. Theresa are invited to a special event on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in Conference Room 155 at the Via Christi-St. Theresa facility. All Newman… Continue reading Newman alums at Via Christi-St. Theresa invited to Nov. 20 event