A perfect time for a proposal: Newman grads find love

Suffield kneels down during his proposal to Umbarger in St. John's Chapel following the Baccalaureate Mass May 9.

For two recent Newman University graduates, St. John’s Chapel will always play a special role in their college love story.

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 stages Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships

Newman University will present Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships. The event will take place on… Continue reading Newman University stages Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest Sept. 22 to raise funds for student scholarships

Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies

Newman University will hold the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony for spring and summer 2012 graduates on May 11 and May 12, respectively. The university will also honor graduating Nursing… Continue reading Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at NU spring and summer 2012 graduation ceremonies

NU prepares for Spring 2012 graduation ceremonies

Newman University will honor Spring 2012 graduates with ceremonies beginning on May 11. The Nurses Pinning ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. on May 11 in Performance Hall, inside the… Continue reading NU prepares for Spring 2012 graduation ceremonies

Newman University to present concert, other activities for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 19-25

Newman University will host a variety of events in its annual celebration of Cardinal Newman Week, beginning this year on Sunday, Feb. 19 and running through Saturday, Feb. 25. The… Continue reading Newman University to present concert, other activities for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 19-25

Baccalaureate students comment outside St. John’s Chapel

Watch as students interact outside historic St. John’s Chapel on the Newman campus before Baccalaureate Mass during the Fall 2011 graduation weekend.

Graduation activities set for Dec. 16 – 17

Newman University will honor Fall 2011 graduates with a variety of ceremonies set for Dec. 16 and 17.

Newman University Music Department to present ‘Poetry in Music’

The Newman University Chorale and Troubadours will present their first vocal music concert of the year on Sunday, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. in historic St. John’s Chapel inside Sacred… Continue reading Newman University Music Department to present ‘Poetry in Music’

Newman University hosts ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event this Saturday

This weekend on Saturday, Sept. 24, Newman hosts its annual “Party on the Plaza” with this year’s theme, “Oktoberfest.” The event will take place from 4:30 to 11:30 p.m. on Founders… Continue reading Newman University hosts ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event this Saturday

‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event coming soon at Newman University

Just around the corner on Saturday, Sept. 24, Newman will host its annual “Party on the Plaza” with this year’s theme, “Oktoberfest.” The event will take place from 4:30 to 11:30… Continue reading ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ event coming soon at Newman University

Bishop Jackels blesses Newman Grotto

Following Mass of the Holy Spirit and Matriculation Service held Thursday, Sept. 1, in St. John’s Chapel, the Most Rev. Michael O. Jackels, Bishop of the Diocese of Wichita, invited those at… Continue reading Bishop Jackels blesses Newman Grotto

Mass of the Holy Spirit held on Sept. 1

Sept. 1 will mark the first Mass of the school year at Newman University. The Mass of the Holy Spirit will be at 11 a.m. on Sept. 1 in St. John’s… Continue reading Mass of the Holy Spirit held on Sept. 1

Newman University to stage ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ to benefit student scholarships

Mark your calendars! Newman University will bring an authentic German festival to campus for its annual fundraising and social event with the “Party on the Plaza – Oktoberfest 2011.” The… Continue reading Newman University to stage ‘Party on the Plaza-Oktoberfest’ to benefit student scholarships

Bishop celebrates Mass for vocations on Newman University campus

The Most Rev. Michael O. Jackels, bishop of the Diocese of Wichita, will celebrate a Mass for vocations at 7 p.m. on June 30 in St. John’s Chapel at Newman University.

Newman graduates provide reflections at Spring 2011 Baccalaureate Mass

Watch NU students Gloria Bayer, Grace Blum, Uy Phi and Julie Schmeidler offer personal reflections on their experiences at Newman during the Spring 2011 Baccalaureate Mass, May 13 in historic… Continue reading Newman graduates provide reflections at Spring 2011 Baccalaureate Mass

Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at Newman University spring and summer graduation ceremonies

Newman University will hold the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony for spring and summer 2011 graduates on May 13 and May 14, respectively. The university will also honor graduating nursing students… Continue reading Students, honorary degree recipients to be recognized at Newman University spring and summer graduation ceremonies

Newman scholar Edward Jeremy Miller featured speaker during Cardinal Newman Week / Banquet tickets still available

Renowned Newman scholar Edward Jeremy Miller, Ph.D., S.T.D. will present the Cardinal Newman Guest Lecture at 7 p.m., Tues., Feb. 22 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center on the Newman University… Continue reading Newman scholar Edward Jeremy Miller featured speaker during Cardinal Newman Week / Banquet tickets still available

John Marstall to be honored as part of Cardinal Newman Week festivities Feb. 20-26

Wichita businessman and former Newman University Board of Trustees Chairman John Marstall will receive the Cardinal Newman Medal at the university’s annual Cardinal Newman and Alumni Awards Banquet, set this… Continue reading John Marstall to be honored as part of Cardinal Newman Week festivities Feb. 20-26

Make plans now for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 20-26

For decades, Newman University has set aside a week to honor the life, lessons and ideals of John Henry Cardinal Newman, the university’s namesake. This year, the week will have… Continue reading Make plans now for Cardinal Newman Week Feb. 20-26

Shortened class schedule for ecumenical service Jan. 27

Classes will be shortened for an ecumenical service scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 27, in St. John’s Chapel on the Newman campus. The adjusted class times are 8-8:50… Continue reading Shortened class schedule for ecumenical service Jan. 27

Newman University to hold Fall 2010 graduation activities Dec. 10-11

Newman University will hold the Fall 2010 Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremony on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11, respectively. The university will also honor graduating nursing students, and will award… Continue reading Newman University to hold Fall 2010 graduation activities Dec. 10-11

Thanksgiving break Nov. 24 – 28

Thanksgiving break begins at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 24 at Newman University. During the break, no classes will be held and offices will be closed. Classes resume and offices reopen… Continue reading Thanksgiving break Nov. 24 – 28

Newman University to present Haydn’s Missa Sancti Nicolai Oct. 24

The Newman University Music Department will present Franz Joseph Haydn’s Missa Sancti Nicolai, or Mass of St. Nicholas, at 3 p.m. on Oct. 24 in St. John’s Chapel on the… Continue reading Newman University to present Haydn’s Missa Sancti Nicolai Oct. 24

Oct. 2 ‘Party’ draws crowd to Founders Plaza to raise funds for scholarships

Throngs of people came to Founders Plaza on the Newman University campus Oct. 2 for “Party on the Plaza – New Orleans Style,” this year’s annual event to raise funds… Continue reading Oct. 2 ‘Party’ draws crowd to Founders Plaza to raise funds for scholarships

Newman University group to attend beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman

Representatives from Newman University and the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) will be among the throngs of people expected to attend the Sept. 19 beatification ceremony in Birmingham, England… Continue reading Newman University group to attend beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman

Newman University will bring the sights and sounds of the French Quarter to life for its annual fundraising and social event with the “Party on the Plaza – New Orleans… Continue reading Newman University to stage ‘Party on the Plaza’ to benefit student scholarships

‘Miracle of Father Kapaun’ performance a success

Newman University and The Vagabond Players presented “The Miracle of Father Kapaun” on Friday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14 in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts Center on… Continue reading ‘Miracle of Father Kapaun’ performance a success

‘The Miracle of Father Kapaun’ to be presented on stage in August

Newman University and The Vagabond Players will present “The Miracle of Father Kapaun,” on Friday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14 in Performance Hall, inside the De Mattias Fine Arts… Continue reading ‘The Miracle of Father Kapaun’ to be presented on stage in August

Newman University will honor two longtime benefactors to the university and four distinguished alumni at the Cardinal Newman Banquet and Awards Ceremony, at 7 p.m. Feb. 27 in the Dugan-Gorges… Continue reading Newman University to honor John and Marilyn Dugan and four alumni at Feb. 27 Cardinal Newman Banquet

Wichita, Kan. – Newman University officials announced Monday, Oct. 26, that the Cardinal Newman Medal, the university’s highest honor, will be awarded to John and Marilyn (Gorges) Dugan of Wichita… Continue reading Newman University to Award Highest Honor to John and Marilyn Dugan

Newman University Music Department Presents Gabriel Faure’s Requiem Oct. 25

Wichita, Kan. – The Newman University Music Department will present its first concert of the year on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 3 p.m. in St. John’s Chapel, inside Sacred Heart… Continue reading Newman University Music Department Presents Gabriel Faure’s Requiem Oct. 25