Press Release
Dr. Noreen Carrocci Named 11th President
Monday, March 12, 2007 (391 reads)
Newman University officials announced Monday, March 12, that Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. will serve as the 11th president of the institution beginning July 1, 2007. Dr. Carrocci is the fourth female president and first lay woman to hold the presidential office. A formal installation ceremony for Dr. Carrocci is planned early in the 2007-08 academic year.
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Catholic Charities, Newman University, Agencies Partner to Administer Program
Saturday, June 09, 2007 (184 reads)
Kansas City, Kansas and Wichita Diocese have been selected to deliver a program designed to strengthen marriages and provide positive results for Kansas children. The program, Marriage for Keeps, officially began operations this week in Kansas. The program is the first of its kind for Kansas, offering services to married couples with children in targeted communities.
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Newman University Honors Fall 2006 Graduates
Friday, February 02, 2007 (344 reads)
The Newman University Fall 2006 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16 in O’Shaughnessy Hall on the Newman University campus. A total of 164 students graduated, including 28 who earned associate’s degrees, 100 who earned bachelor’s degrees and 36 who earned master’s degrees. Baccalaureate Mass was held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15 in Newman’s historic St. John’s Chapel. A reception followed in the Gorges Atrium.
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Noreen M. Carrocci Begins Tenure As Newman University President
Monday, January 01, 0001 (132 reads)
Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. began her presidential term at Newman University July 2 with several events involving the Newman community and the university’s founders the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). The day began with an 8 a.m. Mass at the ASC Regional Wichita Center, followed by a breakfast for all faculty, staff and administration members in the Mabee Dining Center. Dr. Carrocci’s first day as Newman’s 11th president also included lunch with the university executive team.
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Noreen M. Carrocci Begins Tenure As Newman University President
Thursday, July 19, 2007 (253 reads)
Noreen M. Carrocci, Ph.D. began her presidential term at Newman University July 2 with several events involving the Newman community and the university’s founders the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC). The day began with an 8 a.m. Mass at the ASC Regional Wichita Center, followed by a breakfast for all faculty, staff and administration members in the Mabee Dining Center. Dr. Carrocci’s first day as Newman’s 11th president also included lunch with the university executive team.
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Newman University Hosts Investigative Summer Science Program
Friday, July 06, 2007 (234 reads)
Over the past 17 years, Newman University’s Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) has helped hundreds of American high school students discover the benefits of a career in science. Since 2004, the program has even extended its reach beyond America to Italy. This summer, 15 students from 10 Kansas, one Colorado and two Italian high schools attended the 2007 ISSP. For two weeks the selected high school juniors and seniors interested in science gained a unique scholarly experience.
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Newman University To Offer Elementary Education Degree Program At Seward County Community College
Monday, June 25, 2007 (160 reads)
Residents of the Liberal area will soon have more options to earn a college degree thanks to an agreement recently concluded between Newman University and Seward County Community College (SCCC). According to SCCC Dean of Instruction Dr. Cynthia Rapp, Newman will begin offering courses in August 2007 at SCCC that lead to a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. Students who have completed their general education requirements at the community college, or those who already have a degree in another subject area, may qualify to enter Newman’s accelerated degree completion program.
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Newman University To Offer Elementary Education Degree Program In Ulysses Via Interactive Television
Monday, June 25, 2007 (162 reads)
Residents of the Ulysses area will soon have a new option to earn a college degree thanks to the Newman University Distance Education Program. In August 2007, Newman will begin offering courses in Ulysses that lead to a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education. All courses will be offered via interactive television at Pioneer Telephone in Ulysses. Students who have completed their general education requirements at a community college, or those who already have a degree in another subject area, may qualify to enter Newman’s accelerated degree completion program.
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Newman University History Symposium Presents The Iraq War: Reflections & Projections
Tuesday, February 20, 2007 (150 reads)
Should the United States be in Iraq? Are we making progress? Are we winning or is it a lost cause? These are weighty questions under debate at every level of our society – regardless of political party or affiliation. Next week, Wichitans have a unique opportunity to hear both sides of the issue from experts and to ask their own questions as well.
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Newman University Reaches Out to Victims of Greensburg Tornado
Tuesday, May 15, 2007 (178 reads)
Newman University is responding to the needs of victims of the recent tornado in Greensburg, Kan., with several initiatives. The university is establishing a relief fund for Newman alumni and their families in the area who were affected by the storm, and offering up to $100,000 in scholarships that will be allocated among as many as five graduating high school seniors interested in attending Newman. Several university faculty, staff and students are also undertaking projects including outings to Greensburg to help with the clean-up efforts.
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Newman University Awarded Full 10-year Reaccreditation from Higher Learning Commission
Tuesday, July 31, 2007 (241 reads)
Newman University officials announced today that the university has received formal notification of continued regional accreditation status from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association. Newman University’s next comprehensive evaluation is scheduled for 2016-2017, with no additional reporting requirements needed until that time.
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Newman University Theatre Department presents The Rainmaker
Friday, February 23, 2007 (159 reads)
The Newman University Theatre Department will present The Rainmaker March 2 and 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Jabara Theatre of the De Mattias Fine Arts Center. Admission is $5 per person and tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information contact the Department of Theatre at 316-942-4291, ext. 2486.
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Newman University To Honor Retiring Dean Joan Felts and Nursing Faculty Members On May 11
Tuesday, May 08, 2007 (147 reads)
Newman University will honor three distinguished members of the university’s nursing program at a special reception from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 11 in the Eck Hall Foyer on the Newman University campus. The event will be a tribute to Dean of the School of Science, Nursing and Allied Health Joan Felts, Ph.D, and nursing faculty members Associate Professor Sheryl Browning, Ph.D. and Associate Professor Elsie Klish, M.S., who are retiring from teaching at the end of the spring 2007 semester.
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Newman Reaches $14.25 Million Campaign Goal
Thursday, April 26, 2007 (150 reads)
Newman University has received a $1.288 million grant from The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation for the university’s Dugan Library and Campus Center campaign. With this gift, Newman has successfully reached the campaign goal of $14.25 million needed to complete the facility.
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Newman University Receives $20,000 Gift From Knight Foundation Fund
Monday, April 16, 2007 (149 reads)
Newman University officials announced today that the university has received a gift of $20,000 from The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Fund. The gift is a contribution to the university’s Dugan Library and Campus Center campaign. The money will be used to help equip the new facility with wireless technology.
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Newman University to Present 23d Annual Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
Monday, April 09, 2007 (154 reads)
Newman University will host the 23rd Annual Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament Monday, April 30 at Rolling Hills Country Club, 223 South Westlink Street in Wichita. The tournament begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m. It is designed to benefit Newman student-athletes by raising funds for athletic scholarships, programs and facilities.
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Newman University Offers Free Math and Science Summer Program for Female High School Students
Wednesday, April 04, 2007 (182 reads)
In keeping with its mission of educating the mind and inspiring the spirit, the Math and Science Departments at Newman University will host the Women Exploring Math and Science (WXMS) Summer Institute. The program, which is designed for females who will be high school sophomores, juniors or seniors in the 2007-08 school year, will be offered July 24-25. Tuition will be waived, and participants will receive 1 hour of college credit upon completion of the institute.
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Newman University Math, Writing Center Receives Certification
Tuesday, April 03, 2007 (134 reads)
The Math and Writing Center at Newman University has been granted certification by the College Reading and Learning Association (CLRA). With this accomplishment, Newman joins more than 1,000 college and university level tutorial programs to be honored by the group, which is comprised of professionals in the fields of reading and learning assistance at the adult level.
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Newman University Accepted Into Prestigious Student Learning Assessment Academy
Saturday, June 09, 2007 (151 reads)
Newman University has been accepted into the Academy for the Assessment of Student Learning (AASL), a special program offered to member institutions of the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The academy is a four-year sequence of events and interactions with the Higher Learning Commission and other colleges and universities, which are focused on increasing participating institutions’ ability to assess and improve student learning.
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Newman University Honors Dana and Larry Fugate with Cardinal Newman Medal at Feb. 23 Dinner
Tuesday, February 13, 2007 (238 reads)
Newman University will honor Fugate Enterprises owner Larry Fugate and his wife Dana with the Cardinal Newman Medal for their distinguished service to the university. The medal will be presented at a special dinner on Feb. 23 at the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC) Wichita Center, 1165 Southwest Boulevard in Wichita. The event will begin with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. This event is part of Newman University’s annual Cardinal Newman Week activities, a celebration of the life and teachings of 19th century Catholic theologian and educator John Henry Cardinal Newman, for whom Newman University is named.
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Newman University Bids Farewell To Former President Robert Giroux
Thursday, January 11, 2007 (153 reads)
Members of the Newman University community are mourning the loss of Robert J. Giroux, Ph.D., the seventh president of Newman predecessor Kansas Newman College. Dr. Giroux, who served as president from 1982 to 1989, passed away Jan. 9, 2007. A rosary will take place Friday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. and a Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, Jan. 13, at 11 a.m.; both at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Wichita.
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Newman University Hosts Career Fair March 29
Thursday, March 08, 2007 (167 reads)
Job seekers can meet with more than 50 regional employers during Newman University's upcoming career fair. The fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, in the Fugate Gymnasium located in O'Shaughnessy Hall on the university campus.
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Jet Open Golf Tournament Raises $44K To Benefit Newman University Athletics
Friday, May 11, 2007 (163 reads)
The Newman University 23rd Annual Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament raised $44,442 to help support athletic scholarships, programs and facilities. The event, held April 30 at Rolling Hills Country Club, was one of the largest ever with 140 players compared to 124 at last year’s tournament, and featured prizes for top teams and individuals, and a silent and a live auction that raised more than $14,500.
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Newman University Recognizes Outstanding Alumni
Monday, December 04, 2006 (154 reads)
Among the highlights of Newman University's Fall Homecoming festivities is the annual tradition of bestowing the university's Alumni Awards. Each year, the Newman University Alumni Association recognizes alumni and friends of the university whose dedication to profession, service to community, and/or to Newman University stands as a shining example befitting their Newman education.
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Bishop Gerber, Sister Tarcisia Named Honorary Co-Chairs
Monday, November 06, 2006 (147 reads)
Newman University has named the Most Reverend Eugene J. Gerber, D.D., Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, and Tarcisia Roths, ASC, Ph.D., as honorary co-chairs of the university’s Dugan Library and Campus Center capital campaign.
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Newman University To Stage "Senior Day" Open House For High School Students
Tuesday, October 10, 2006 (149 reads)
Newman University will hold its annual "Senior Day" for high school seniors on Wednesday, Oct. 18 on the university campus. The event, similar to an "Open House," is designed to give high school students and their families a close look at Newman at a time when they are beginning to make decisions about the college or university students will attend after high school.
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High School Students from Kansas, Italy Attend Newman University Hosts Investigative Summer Science Program
Thursday, August 31, 2006 (169 reads)
Over the past 16 years, Newman University's Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) has helped hundreds of American high school students discover the benefits of a career in science. Since 2004, the program has even extended its reach beyond America to Italy. This summer, 16 students from 13 Kansas high schools and four students from Viterbo, Italy attended the 2006 ISSP. For two weeks the selected high school juniors and seniors interested in science gained a unique scholarly experience.
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Newman University Names Tom Borrego Vice President for Advancement
Friday, August 25, 2006 (178 reads)
Thomas (Tom) E. Borrego, has been named vice president for Institutional Advancement at Newman University. Borrego will officially join the institution Sept. 5. Since 1999, he has served as vice president of development for Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, a system of 17 retirement communities located in Kansas and Missouri.
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Newman University to Build New Housing for 2007 Academic Year
Wednesday, August 09, 2006 (148 reads)
Newman University officials have announced approval for new student housing to be constructed during the 2006-2007 academic year. The Newman University Board of Trustees and the University's founders and sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC), have given approval to move forward on a residential village.
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Newman University Athletics Joins NCAA Division II
Tuesday, July 11, 2006 (186 reads)
Newman University Board of Trustees and senior officials announced today that the institution has been formally accepted as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) at the Division II level. The university will become part of the Heartland Conference beginning with the fall 2006 season.
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Newman University Students Chosen for All Expenses Paid Pre-MBA Program
Thursday, June 22, 2006 (132 reads)
Newman University students Alana Prahm and Vanessa Rivas of Wichita, Kan., were two out of 50 students from across the nation who have been chosen for an all-expenses paid program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Prahm and Rivas will attend the first-ever National Society of Hispanic MBAs' (NSHMBA) Pre-MBA Program, hosted at MIT June 22-25.
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Newman University Board of Trustees Elects Two New Members
Tuesday, June 20, 2006 (150 reads)
The Newman University Board of Trustees elected two new members at its May 22 meeting: Larry Schumacher, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Via Christi Health Network, and Doug Stanley, chief executive officer of Foulston Siefkin Law Firm. Their terms will begin July 1, 2006.
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Newman University Student Shannon Howerton Receives Awards in Radiologic Technology Competition
Friday, May 19, 2006 (143 reads)
Newman University radiologic technology major Shannon Howerton of Douglas, Kan., finished third in the "Ray Bowl" Competition and third in the film competition that were part of the Kansas Society of Radiologic Technologists (KRST) annual meeting April 6 - 8 held in Topeka, Kan. Howerton was one of a three-student team that won 3rd place in the Ray Bowl, a competition related to knowledge of the radiologic technology field. Howerton received the third place film competition honor for her cross-table lateral lumbar myelogram film.
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