Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own

Blair Benton is a junior Cardinal Newman Scholar from Benton, Kan. currently studying Pre-Medicine at Newman University.  The youngest sibling in her family, Blair chose Newman for its impressive reputation in… Continue reading Newman student explains how changing others’ lives has changed her own

Final Friday Sept. 25 at Newman University Steckline Galley presents ‘White, Et Cetera,’ drawings by Gehry Kolher

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “White, Et Cetera” by Gehry Kolher as the second show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibition of drawings, which begins with a Final… Continue reading Final Friday Sept. 25 at Newman University Steckline Galley presents ‘White, Et Cetera,’ drawings by Gehry Kolher

Felipe Trigos visits Newman as part of History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series

Newman University alumnus Felipe Trigos ’09 returned to Newman University for a visit on Sept. 3 as a featured speaker in the History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series. A history major… Continue reading Felipe Trigos visits Newman as part of History Program’s Distinguished Alumni Series

Theology Department, Gerber Institute bring speakers to Newman campus

In an effort to help the university community prepare for October’s Ordinary Synod of Bishops on the Family, the Newman University Department of Theology and the Gerber Institute for Catholic Studies are bringing two… Continue reading Theology Department, Gerber Institute bring speakers to Newman campus

Newman Residence Life to use texting service to assist during Jet Days Orientation

With the 2015 fall semester upon us, Newman Residence Life is preparing for Jet Days Orientation, running from Aug. 21 through 22. Jets Days is a two-day orientation process for freshman… Continue reading Newman Residence Life to use texting service to assist during Jet Days Orientation

Newman alumna Tammy White honored by National Association of Professional Women

Newman University alumna and National Alumni Board member Tammy White was a 2015-2016 inductee into the VIP Woman of the Year Circle of the National Association of Professional Woman (NAPW).… Continue reading Newman alumna Tammy White honored by National Association of Professional Women

Final Friday Aug. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Clay with a Capital T’ ceramics by Clay Cartel

The Newman University Steckline Gallery will present “Clay with a Capital T. Tea Pots, Trays, Tureens” by The Clay Cartel as the first show of its 2015-2016 season. The exhibit… Continue reading Final Friday Aug. 28 at Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Clay with a Capital T’ ceramics by Clay Cartel

Newman incoming freshmen students to play basketball in Euro Championships

Melanie George and Parris Wilkinson, two incoming freshmen students who will play for the Newman Women’s Basketball Team, recently made the final 12 roster for the England U18 National Team that… Continue reading Newman incoming freshmen students to play basketball in Euro Championships

Newman University welcomes Norm Jones as Vice President for Enrollment Management

Vice President for Enrollment Management Norm Jones

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 student Christina Scherer says ‘Yes’ to YESS

Christina Scherer, standing, center, and some of the participants she works with in the YESS camp.

Newman University students and faculty find summer opportunities all over the place. Take student Christina Scherer, who found one right here in Wichita working with the Arc of Sedgwick County’s “Youth… Continue reading Newman University student Christina Scherer says ‘Yes’ to YESS

Fran Jabara was significant benefactor, friend to Newman University

Fran and Geri Jabara, seated, enjoyed meeting recipients of the Ablah Awards and learning of their plans for the future. This photo from 2010 shows the Jabaras with, standing, l-r: former Vice President for University Advancement Tom Borrego; Professor Emeritus (Biology) Surrendra Singh, Ph.D.; award recipient Joseph Baalmann; Newman President Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D.; former Professor of Chemistry John Leyba, Ph.D., and award recipient Barbara Nguyen.

Newman University lost a generous benefactor and a longstanding friend with the passing of Fran Jabara. The well-known and widely respected entrepreneur, professor and philanthropist died July 25. He was… Continue reading Fran Jabara was significant benefactor, friend to Newman University

Newman Summer Symposium focuses on Catholic Intellectual Tradition, Newman Studies Program

In early August, Newman University will host the 2015 fifth-annual Summer Symposium for Newman faculty. The themes for this year’s symposium are the Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT) and the Newman… Continue reading Newman Summer Symposium focuses on Catholic Intellectual Tradition, Newman Studies Program