Newman University has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to help fund the launch of its Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative.
Wichita Kansas
Awards ceremony takes on new name: Newman Legacy Banquet
Every spring, Newman University celebrates the contributions of alumni and donors with a ceremony known as the Legacy Awards.
Putting the ‘new’ in the Newman website
Visitors to the new NewmanU.Edu website can expect improved performance in security and accessibility — all with a polished new look.
Students present ‘Out of the Box Play Festival’ April 4-6
Members of the community have three opportunities to see one-act plays at the Out of the Box Play Festival April 4-6 at Newman University.
Podcast: The value of social work
Two leaders within social work at Newman University discussed the value of the field on a recent podcast episode of The Newman Bond.
7th time’s the charm: Cultural Extravaganza continues tradition
Every spring, the Cultural Extravaganza — the biggest student-led event at Newman University — comes to life for Wichita to enjoy.
Holy Week Reflections
These reflections are based on the Mass readings for Holy Week and are provided by Newman University community members.
Week 5: Lent 2024 Reflections
Read Lenten reflections based on the Mass readings for the fifth week, provided by Newman University community members.
A lively homecoming night connects Newman community
A leap year homecoming night at Newman brought roaring student crowds, alumni from the ages and student-athletes together to celebrate the end of Heritage Month.
88 students awarded first-year Newman scholarships
Newman University recently offered 88 of its top scholarships to participants of this year’s Scholarship Interview Days competition.
‘Yes, go to Newman’: Jami Turnquist’s student experience
After taking pre-dental courses at Newman University, student Jami Turnquist was accepted into dental school in Kansas City.
Newman hosts International Women’s Day event March 8
Newman University will host “Strong Women Boldly Building Dreams” March 8 at 9 am in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
On display in March: ‘Looking In: Photographs from the Kansas Border’
Steckline Gallery will present “Looking In: Photographs from the Kansas Border” by artist Cary Conover starting March 1 at Newman University.
Chemistry students present research on arsenic detection in well water
Five Newman students and recent graduates recently presented on arsenic detection in well water at the American Chemical Society conference.
Two Newman alumni pass competitive veterinary licensure exam
Four-legged friends are in good hands thanks to two soon-to-be veterinarians and graduates of Newman University, Hanah Huber and Kenneth Santiago.
Three winners recognized at Martin Luther King Jr. Award Ceremony
Newman University celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by recognizing the leadership efforts of three campus community members.
Student’s research strives to help those with epilepsy
Newman University student Shelby Bussman is transforming her personal struggles with epilepsy into proactive research.
Jet’s dream takes flight with acceptance to KansasCOM
Newman University student Asher Khokhar was recently accepted into a program at the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Father Adam Grelinger shares homily honoring St. Maria De Mattias
On February 1, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger celebrated Mass for the Newman community in honor of St. Maria De Mattias’ feast day.
Podcast dives into Archives during Heritage Month
In the spirit of Heritage Month, alumna Diana Stanley ’17 sat down with Laura Hartley, director of annual giving, to explore some artifacts from Newman Archives on a recent episode of The Newman Bond podcast.
Newman Giving Day brings contests, matching funds and more Feb. 28
For 24 hours on February 28, Newman University Jets will come together and give back to the area of campus that matters most to them.
Podcast: Significance of Ash Wednesday
In this episode of The Newman Bond, Chaplain Father Adam Grelinger and Emily Simon take a deep dive into the significance of Ash Wednesday.
Live production ‘Treasure Island’ at Newman March 1-3
Newman University presents “Treasure Island” Friday, March 1 through Sunday, March 3 in the De Mattias Performance Hall on campus.
Students attend honors conference in Chicago
Newman honors students AJ Sweitzer and Isabel Porres share their experiences at the National Collegiate Honors Conference (NCHC) in Chicago.
New role, familiar face: director of teaching and learning
Teaching has been a lifelong passion for Marguerite Regan, Ph.D., and the former English professor is thrilled to support students and faculty as the new director of teaching and learning at Newman University.
Respiratory care program ‘best decision’ for student Bryson Gilchrist
For Bryson Gilchrist, transferring to Newman University and starting the respiratory care program was the “best decision I could have made.”
A hub for support: Newman’s Student Success Center
Newman University’s newest campus renovation transformed an old space in Dugan into a bright, collaborative hub home to countless student resources.
Newman crew travels 440 miles for Catholic SEEK conference
More than 20,000 college students, priests, religious brothers and sisters and campus ministers attended the 2024 SEEK conference in Saint Louis January 1-5.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Artist Lauren Fitzgerald showcases in Steckline Gallery
Steckline Gallery will present “Symbiosis” by artist Lauren Fitzgerald during a First Friday exhibition from 5-7 pm February 2 at Newman University.
Calling all creatives: Take the 24-hour theater challenge
The 24-hour Theater Project challenges teams to write, direct, rehearse and perform a play from start to finish within 24 hours.
Ashley Dinh recognized as KU Urban Scholar
Ashley Dinh (‘24) is one of four Newman students accepted into the University of Kansas School of Medicine Urban Health program.
Podcast explores ASC Service Award Scholarship at Newman
In an episode of The Newman Bond, junior Nathan Huie shared how the ASC Service Award not only allows him to pursue his degree in business management but also encourages a lifelong commitment to service.
Honors student explores world’s longest cave system
In May, Newman sophomore AJ Sweitzer packed her bags and flew to northern Kentucky, home of the largest cave known to mankind.
Early bird tickets now available for Dueling Pianos
Dueling Pianos returns to Newman University Friday, Feb. 23 with dinner, drinks and an interactive dueling pianos performance with HiFi Productions.
Serving and learning in Guatemala
Student Katie Stewart shares her experience throughout the Guatemala Study and Serve Program.
Now live: Fall 2023 Newman Magazine (online)
The Newman Magazine site is now live with new, inspiring stories of students and alumni who embody Newman’s core values.
Newman unveils fall 2023 graduates list
Newman University officials have announced the students who completed the requirements to earn a degree at the close of the 2023 fall semester.
Newman proudly announces fall 2023 Dean’s List
Newman University has released its 2023 fall Dean’s List.
Newman campus is lively with holiday spirit
Many festive holiday happenings have taken place in the past few weeks at Newman, from Christmas tree decorating to a campus-wide service day.