Newman University awarded $110K grant to help area educators

The Kansas State Department of Education has awarded Newman University a Title IIB Mathematics/Science Partnership Grant for $110,000, which the university will use to help teachers in the Wichita and… Continue reading Newman University awarded $110K grant to help area educators

Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 12 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Newman University Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Newman University honors graduating nurses at pinning ceremony

Newman University recognized 24 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held May 11, 2012 on the Newman campus.

Newman University health care graduates earn top scores, high acceptance rates

Graduates of health care-related programs at Newman University have generated some impressive results over the past year. Newman officials were notified recently that for the year ending Dec. 31, 2011,… Continue reading Newman University health care graduates earn top scores, high acceptance rates

Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Newman University honored 13 Native American students from six high schools in the Wichita area at a recent banquet for their participation in a program designed to keep them in… Continue reading Newman University honors participants in Native American Scholar Program

Darin Spence named Head Coach for NU Women’s Basketball

Darin Spence was recently named the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Newman University. He comes to Newman after a one-year stint at Barton County Community College. Spence, prior to Barton, coached for… Continue reading Darin Spence named Head Coach for NU Women’s Basketball

Record number of Newman students accepted into medical school

Nine Newman University senior students who applied for admission to medical school were recently notified that they have been accepted. The event marks a record for the number of students… Continue reading Record number of Newman students accepted into medical school

Newman University named to national service honor roll for third time

Newman University has been named for the third time to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its exemplary service to America’s communities in 2011. Newman is one… Continue reading Newman University named to national service honor roll for third time

Newman students volunteer to help homeless in Wichita

A dozen members of the Newman University junior ASC Community Leader Scholars class volunteered their time Wednesday, Feb. 22 at a homeless overflow shelter hosted by Holy Savior Catholic Church… Continue reading Newman students volunteer to help homeless in Wichita

Newman University to present ‘Pippin’ March 8-11

The Newman University Theatre Department will present the musical “Pippin” at 8 p.m. on March 8, 9 and 10, and at 2 p.m. on March 11, in Performance Hall of… Continue reading Newman University to present ‘Pippin’ March 8-11

Farid, Casiano named 2012 Homecoming King and Queen

Newman University’s 2012 Homecoming King and Queen were announced Saturday, Feb. 18, during the men’s home basketball game. Christina Farid, a native of Wichita, was crowned queen. She is studying… Continue reading Farid, Casiano named 2012 Homecoming King and Queen

Newman University, Wichita partners with Newman University College, Birmingham to benefit student learning

Students studying at Newman University in Kansas will have the chance to expand their horizons following the announcement of a partnership with a university in the United Kingdom.

Newman University student wins prestigious writing award

Newman University student Rebekah Baldridge of Wichita was recently named the recipient of the prestigious Dell Award for undergraduate excellence in science fiction and fantasy writing. The award is presented… Continue reading Newman University student wins prestigious writing award

Newman University to hold ‘A Play in a Day’ event Feb. 3-4

The Newman University Theatre Department will hold the first of what is planned to be an annual event, a 24-hour Theatre Project. The activity will begin Feb. 3 and finish… Continue reading Newman University to hold ‘A Play in a Day’ event Feb. 3-4

Newman University honors nursing degree candidates

Newman University recognized 27 candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the annual Nurses’ Pinning ceremony held Dec. 16 on the Newman campus.

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

Twenty-two Wichita area high school students got a taste of college life – and two hours of college credit – by successfully completing the 2011 Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program.… Continue reading Wichita high schools students learn more about college, science through Newman University Hispanic Scholar Program

Newman University Names Sarah Cundiff Alumni Director

Sarah E. Cundiff has been named Director of Alumni Relations at Newman University. Cundiff began employment at Newman Nov. 21.

This month’s Mission Talk features speaker Susan Docherty

Susan Docherty, Ph.D., head of Theology and Combined Honours Programme Leader at Newman University College in Birmingham, U.K., was the speaker at this month’s Mission Talk. Staff, faculty and students… Continue reading This month’s Mission Talk features speaker Susan Docherty

Newman University establishes Speakers Bureau program

Newman University officials have announced the establishment of a new Speakers Bureau program. Members of the university’s faculty and staff are available through the bureau to provide lectures or presentations… Continue reading Newman University establishes Speakers Bureau program

Sarah Cundiff named alumni director

Newman University officials announced that Sarah Cundiff has been named director of Alumni Relations. Cundiff will begin work at Newman on Monday, Nov. 21.

Today’s Visitors

NU welcomes our new visitors on campus today! Tiffani Ohmer, Center Place Restoration High School senior, Independence, Mo., sonography; Adam Smith, Barton County Community College transfer, Great Bend, Kan., deciding;… Continue reading Today’s Visitors

Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence

Verizon Wireless, StepStone and the Newman University Department of Social Work will present a special screening of the documentary “Telling Amy’s Story” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Performance… Continue reading Documentary film ‘Telling Amy’s Story,’ panel discussion Oct. 18 to help stop Domestic Violence

Newman University again posts record enrollment

Newman University officials announced today that the university has again posted record-high enrollment figures. According to the official federal enrollment report following the 20th day of fall classes, 3,021 students… Continue reading Newman University again posts record enrollment

Kansas turns 150 this year

The state of Kansas turns 150 years old this year, but the state lacks the funds to throw itself a birthday bash. No worries, Kansans have taken it upon themselves… Continue reading Kansas turns 150 this year

Newman alum Trisha Cavanaugh Spader named one of 2011’s ‘Women to Watch’

Newman University alumna Trisha Cavanaugh Spader, class of ’04, was recently named one of the 2011 “Women to Watch” award winners in the Emerging Leaders category by the Kansas Society of… Continue reading Newman alum Trisha Cavanaugh Spader named one of 2011’s ‘Women to Watch’

Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Wichita as I See It’ by Doug Billings

Newman University’s Steckline Gallery will present “Wichita as I See It” by printmaker Doug Billings as the second show of its 2011-2012 season. The exhibit, which begins with a Final… Continue reading Newman University Steckline Gallery presents ‘Wichita as I See It’ by Doug Billings

Newman University brings back theatre with performances, academic programs

Though all the world’s a stage, the one at Newman University has been less active in recent years than the school has been accustomed to. That will change beginning this… Continue reading Newman University brings back theatre with performances, academic programs

Newman University landmark damaged in storm

Said to be one of the oldest trees in Wichita, Newman University lost a gem in an Aug. 3 rain and wind storm. The tall cedar tree that has towered… Continue reading Newman University landmark damaged in storm

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

KU Medical School teams with NU to educate future doctors in Wichita

The University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita announced its first freshman class of students ever, who have enrolled for the fall 2011 semester. The KU Medical School’s Wichita site is… Continue reading KU Medical School teams with NU to educate future doctors in Wichita

Twenty-two students from 17 different high schools are on the Newman campus this week and next to get a taste of college-level research and explore the benefits of careers in… Continue reading High school students explore science through Newman summer program

Newman University music director is guest conductor for Heart of America Men’s Chorus

Newman University Director of Choral Music Deanne Zogleman has been hired as guest conductor for the Heart of America Men’s Chorus. Zogleman will serve as the choir’s interim director through… Continue reading Newman University music director is guest conductor for Heart of America Men’s Chorus

Newman University again cited for community service

Newman University has again been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its exemplary service to America’s communities. The inclusion of Newman on the 2010 Honor… Continue reading Newman University again cited for community service

Newman University to offer new Marjorie Chance scholarships in nursing, allied health

Two new scholarships for students seeking degrees in nursing or an allied health field will be offered at Newman University thanks to the generosity of longtime Wichita resident, businesswoman and… Continue reading Newman University to offer new Marjorie Chance scholarships in nursing, allied health

Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Students in the Newman University Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program were recognized at a pinning ceremony May 15 on the Newman campus. The ceremony honors the completion of coursework and… Continue reading Occupational Therapy students receive pins

Thomasine Stoecklein, ASC, who retired from Newman University after close to 50 years of service, was honored at a card shower and reception May 17 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading Sister Thomasine Stoecklein honored for service to Newman