Meet soon-to-be first-generation graduate: Prisca Bahati

Senior nursing major Prisca Bahati will graduate in December, marking a major milestone as a first-generation college graduate and an ASC Service Award Scholar.

Tim Cho named dean of Newman School of Healthcare Professions

(From left to right) Cho and 2024 outstanding respiratory care graduate recipient Cheyanne Mayo at the School of Healthcare Professions pinning ceremony

Tim Cho, M.D., an experienced health care educator and leader, is the new dean of the School of Healthcare Professions at Newman University.

Nursing path leads Patricia Limo from Ugandan village to U.S. Navy

Limo hugs one of her nursing professors after Newman University's 2025 commencement ceremony.

Nursing graduate Patricia Limo ’25 earned the Distinguished BSN Award and is ready to start her job in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps.

Rad tech, sonography and nursing graduates celebrated with pinning ceremony

Tyrell places a stole on the shoulders of a 2025 graduate

Supporters filled all seats of the Newman Performance Hall during the School of Healthcare Professions pinning ceremony for 2025 graduates.

Celebrating fall 2024 respiratory care, nursing graduates

Tyrell (left) congratulates nursing graduate Ashliegh Tarver at the School of Healthcare Professions fall pinning ceremony.

Nearly 400 guests packed the DeMattias Performance Hall for the fall 2024 nursing and respiratory care pinning ceremony on December 6 at Newman University.

Introducing Newman’s 2024-25 Student Government Association

Members of Student Government Association stand in front of the fireplace in the Alumni Center in Newman University

The Student Government Association (SGA) is an elected body of students that advocates for student interests within and beyond Newman University. Committed to transparency, SGA supports diverse student ideas and… Continue reading Introducing Newman’s 2024-25 Student Government Association

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. 

Nursing professor retires after 30+ years at Newman

Strickert receives flowers from the graduating Newman University class of 2024.

Associate Professor of Nursing Debbie Strickert retired on a high note with more than 30 years as a Newman University faculty member.

Nursing students surprised with scholarships from veterans

Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch accept a scholarship check from veteran Fred Howard on behalf of the 40&8 Military Honor Society.

Newman nursing students Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo and Brandon Welch received far more than just a glazed donut during Jet Friday on April 5.

Newman receives $1.2 million for southwest Kansas partnerships

Kansas Senator Jerry Moran talks with GCCC President Ryan Ruda and Jessica Bird while Alden Stout discusses Newman's SW Kansas partnership with a reporter.

Newman University has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to help fund the launch of its Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative.

Newman’s newest nurses: 2023 pinning ceremony

Angela Tran walks the stage as she receives her ceremonial nursing pin, Dec. 2023.

Twelve nursing graduates, along with their family and close friends, gathered for the fall nurse pinning ceremony on December 8 in Newman University’s De Mattias Performance Hall.

Alumna shares Newman University compelling story

Newman alumna Melissa Grelinger ’82 shared her memories as a student at Kansas Newman College, now Newman University, at the Facing Forward announcement event Saturday, Feb. 6. Grelinger, who with her husband… Continue reading Alumna shares Newman University compelling story

Two Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships

Newman University nursing students Emily Spexarth of Colwich, Kan., and Clarissa Stuhlsatz of Garden Plain, Kan., each received a $500 scholarship to help cover the costs of their studies from… Continue reading Two Newman University students receive Forty & Eight nursing scholarships

Newman nursing students say small class size is key to success, community

The Newman University nursing program recently had 24 of 25 graduates pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) on their first attempt, with one student retaking the exam and passing… Continue reading Newman nursing students say small class size is key to success, community

NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair

Darrin Capps, Arianna Holland , Rikkie Hemmert and Jane Weilert helping with health screenings at Kansas State Fair Sept. 13th

On Sunday, Sept. 13, Newman University nursing students visited the 2015 Kansas State Fair to provide an important community service. Every year for the past four years, third-semester nursing students enrolled in the… Continue reading NU nursing students volunteer for health screenings at Kansas State Fair

Newman University student receives Forty & Eight nursing scholarship

Newman University nursing student Sarah Durrett of Augusta, Kan., received a $500 scholarship to help cover the costs of her studies from the Forty & Eight, an independent military veterans… Continue reading Newman University student receives Forty & Eight nursing scholarship

Science, mathematics, nursing, and allied health alums – last call for Heimerman Hall Open House this Saturday, Feb. 8

Reminisce and visit with your favorite former professors, classmates and others who attended Newman when you were here. Meet faculty who taught at Newman in the past and other alumni.… Continue reading Science, mathematics, nursing, and allied health alums – last call for Heimerman Hall Open House this Saturday, Feb. 8

Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8

On Feb. 8 Newman University alumni are invited to come visit with former professors and to reminisce with friends and fellow alums about class time memories, professional achievements, and catch up… Continue reading Biology, nursing, allied health, other science and mathematics alums invited to meet with favorite professors Feb. 8