TRANSFORMING STUDENTS Transforming Society Newman Graduates’ Journey to Success
At Newman University, our top priority is the student experience.
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During their time at Newman our students will engage in exciting and intellectually challenging academic experiences. They will develop close relationships with faculty members and explore new areas of interest. They will try new things, meet new people and explore their faith more deeply. And ultimately, they will graduate and enter the world and the workforce prepared for lifelong success. We are extremely proud of the success of our alumni and our track record of empowering graduates to transform society. The alumni profiled in this piece represent only a fraction of the thousands of Newman graduates making a difference in the Wichita community, and the world.
Our Mission: Newman University is a Catholic university named for John Henry Cardinal Newman and founded by the Adorers of the Blood of Christ for the purpose of empowering graduates to transform society.
92% OF
NEWMAN
NEWMAN GRADUATES
UNIVERSITY
WERE EMPLOYED OR PURSUING A MASTER’S DEGREE 9 MONTHS AFTER GRADUATION
QUICK FACTS
*2013 DATA
258,000
HOURS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE
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NCAA Division II athletic teams on campus (plus club bowling and cheer and dance)
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NEWMAN PRE-MED GRADUATES WHO APPLIED TO MEDICAL SCHOOLS AND WERE ACCEPTED OVER THE PAST 10 YEARS
96%
ONE UNIVERSITY
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adorers of the blood of christ:
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OUTCOMES
Businesses and Organizations where recent Newman graduates are employed:
In today’s economy students
Ascension Health Alliance
are looking for more from
Bombardier Learjet
college than simply acquiring a
Catholic Charities
Memphis Veterinary Specialists
great education. Students (and
Catholic Diocese of Wichita
Metabolic Research Center
their parents) are increasingly
Cessna Aircraft Co.
Museum of World Treasures
Dept. of Social and Rehabilitation Services Wichita
New York Life
interested in how their college of choice can help them launch their career by helping them secure a job after graduation, or by preparing them for graduate study. Our small class sizes, and 14:1 student to faculty ratio,
Emprise Bank EntreRios International Trade Company Friends University
and innovative liberal arts
Hope Street Youth Development
curriculum set our students up
imageQuest Inc.
for success. Newman graduates are thriving in all economic sectors and in graduate schools, both within the local Wichita community and beyond.
Interim Healthcare Intrust Bank
KVC Behavioral Health Care
Office of Congressman Tim Huelskamp PepsiCo Pratt Regional Medical Center Preferred Health Systems Promise Regional Medical Center of Hutchinson Sea World San Antonio Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
Invista
Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital
Koch Industries
TCK Trust Company
The Right Thing The Sports Authority Touchstone Venture Management U.S. Dept. of Agriculture United Bank & Trust United States Army University of Kansas Medical Center Via Christi Health & Fitness Center Via Christi Health Wesley Medical Center Wichita Art Museum Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce Wichita Public Schools USD 259 Wichita State University
Graduate or Professional Schools that offered Newman students admission: Arcadia University, Forensic Science
University of Kansas, School of Law
Washington University, Bioengineering
Wichita State University, Physical Therapy
Avila University, School of Psychology
University of Kansas, School of Medicine
Wichita State University, Education
Wichita State University, Physician Assistant
Creighton University, School of Medicine
University of Kansas, School of Pharmacy
DePaul University, School of Law
University of Michigan, Immunology
Emporia State University, School of Psychology
University of Missouri, Molecular Biology
Fort Hays State, School of Social Work
University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC), School of Law
Friends University, Accounting Iowa State University, Math Ross University, School of Medicine University of Colorado, School of Medicine University of Kansas, Occupational Therapy
University of Notre Dame, Biology University of Texas, School of Law Washburn University, School of Law Washington State University, Social Work
At Newman, we are committed to helping students reach their full potential. ‘The Newman Studies Program is designed to help students go beyond an education that simply accumulates facts. It shows them how to use facts to create meaning.” - Michael Austin, Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Skills
1. Problem-solving
employers value most* 2014
*NACE 2014
2. Written and verbal communication 3. Critical thinking
The Newman Studies Program The Newman Studies Program (NSP) provides a unique academic foundation for Newman graduates. Core curriculum courses build critical skills needed for tomorrow’s workforce while imparting knowledge across a variety of topics. They’re often taught with two instructors in the classroom—doubling your investment in your college degree. At Newman, you’ll be challenged to think while you: • Build skills in writing, communication, math and technology • Acquire general knowledge of science, history, the arts and other topics • Learn to bring it all together and find connections you didn’t see before According to the most recent survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and the ability to think critically are the skills employers valued most in 2014. By aligning our curriculum directly with employers’ wants and needs, the NSP sets Newman graduates up for success in the job market.
Studies show we have what it takes! According to the 2014 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) at Newman: •
Student-faculty interaction was higher than at similar institutions
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Internships, co-op and clinical opportunities were more prevalent than at similar Catholic universities
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Critical thinking, writing and peer cooperation were the top three skills students felt they developed in their four years at Newman.
What is NSSE? NSSE is a nationwide annual survey that collects information from students at hundreds of four-year colleges and universities about student participation in activities and programs that promote their learning and personal development. The results provide an estimate of how undergraduates spend their time and what they gain from attending their college or university. Institutions use their data to identify aspects of the undergraduate experience that can be improved through changes in policy and practice. NSSE has been in operation since 2000 and has been used at more than 1,500 college and universities in the United States and Canada.
PERCENTAGE OF FIRST YEAR STUDENTS WHO: PARTICIPaTED IN A LEARNING COMMUNITY
HAVE TAKEN A COURSE with a servicelearning component
Newman Other Catholic Colleges
14%
Newman
15%
Other Catholic Colleges
worked with a faculty member on a research project
Other Catholic Colleges
Experienced “High-impact” practices
Newman
special opportunities defined by NSSE that are positively associated with student learning
34%
Newman
Other Catholic Colleges
9%
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33% 13%
Why did you choose Newman? Well honestly, I knew that because of Newman’s Christian foundation, they would support my morals and ethics whenever that came into play in a clinical setting. The nursing program had a great pass rate for NCLEX (Nursing licensure exam) and of course that was a factor. It was really a family atmosphere. It felt like a small community of people and that was something I wanted to be a part of. I wanted to go to a school that would prepare me to be a great nurse, and I believe Newman did that.
Sarah Travis RN ’10 Profession: Clinical Care Coordinator, Via Christi Health Location: Wichita, KS Undergraduate Major: Nursing
How did Newman prepare you to meet the demands of your current position? It helped that all of my professors were active in the nursing field. They had those real life experiences they could relay and share. The professors at Newman really challenge you to use those critical thinking skills and to go the extra mile...it’s not surface level. When I was in the clinical setting and people found out I was from Newman, I felt like they always expected you to be better than someone from another school. Thinking back, that really stood out to me. Do you have any favorite stories about a class or professor you had at Newman? Well, the nursing professors really wanted you to learn how to get into the mind of a patient. I remember on one of our practicum days we walked in and there were prescription glasses that the professors had you wear to simulate
different impairments. We were partnered up and you had to try to use crutches, for example, with these glasses on, and try to go up the stairs. I think I laughed the hardest that day! We knew we all looked ridiculous, but it was so fun. It also helped us realize these are real things the patients have to do, and it’s not as easy as it looks. Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? I think a lot of it has to go back to the educators. They expect a lot from you. Those who make it through any program or graduate from Newman, I think you just should automatically assume that they’re a hard worker and you can expect great work from them. If you had to do it all over again, would you still choose Newman? Most definitely. I’m still in contact with some of my professors and I believe the professors make or break the experience. They’re very genuine at Newman. They care for their students, and you don’t get that everywhere.
What did you like most about Newman? I really loved the direct access to professors at Newman. I spent a lot of time with professors and with other students who I took lots of courses with. It was just a fantastic community for me to grow and learn and thrive. How did Newman prepare you to meet the demands of your current position?
Tim Belsan ’05 Profession: Trial Attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Immigration Litigation Location: Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Major: English, minor in Journalism Other degrees earned: J.D., Washburn University School of Law ’09
By placing an emphasis on writing and writing well. Professors were demanding in what they expected as far as written product and the quality of the writing, and that prepared me extremely well for going into law. Ninety percent of what I do now depends on my ability to communicate in writing, and to do so well and convincingly. I came away from Newman with a head start over many of my law school classmates because of the expectations and demands that were placed on us as English majors. Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? I think that the interaction with professors heightens the learning experience in that you come away learning more than just the material that was covered in the course. It’s a more holistic education; you’re having discussions and interactions outside of class that are reinforcing and broadening the scope of your education. I also think the emphasis on service and the religious component of Newman’s culture leads to a more holistic, well-rounded, and thorough education.
Do you have a favorite place on the Newman campus? I’m partial to the gym! I originally came to Newman to play basketball, and even though I only played for one year, I still love the gym and, Coach Potter still easily remains one of my top five favorite people on campus. I actually have fairly regular contact with him still! If you were giving advice to a high school senior about choosing a college, what would you tell them? I would tell them to go somewhere where they’re going to be able to develop relationships that will encourage their education. That’s what Newman did for me. It was those relationships that really helped me grow; in my intellect, in my ability to discuss and ask reasonable questions and to think in a critical manner. Speaking from the alumni side, if I meet another Newman alum, we have an instantaneous and sincere connection. I think students have a great resource there, for networking for jobs, for referrals, all that. The alumni network is a strong connection.
What did you like most about Newman? I loved the whole Newman experience. I enjoyed my classes and had great teachers, including former English Professor Deanne Zitterkopf, one of my favorites. Academic life was rigorous and rewarding. But I really loved the whole college experience: dorm life, friends, pranks, shenanigans and all the fun to be had in those college years. What is your best memory of your time at Newman? Do you have a favorite place on campus?
Clare Vanderpool ’87 Profession: Children’s Book Author Location: Wichita, KS Undergraduate Major: English
Dorm life was definitely my most enjoyable and fun experience. We had so much fun in the dorms. My favorite place on campus is probably Merlini Hall, where I lived. How did Newman prepare you for the demands of your career as a writer? Newman helped develop a work ethic that has served me well for many years. My teachers set high expectations while always providing the necessary support to succeed. We were also treated with a great deal of respect as students and encouraged to work hard and go beyond what was expected. At Newman we were also aware that our gifts and talents are gifts from God and that we are called to put them to good use. In my life as a mother and as a writer I try to be mindful of being a good steward of all I’ve been given.
Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? Maybe because we had such a wonderful balance of great teachers, classes and opportunities for learning along with an environment to focus on all the other important work that takes place in those college years: self-discovery, independence, leadership, service and recognizing the importance of family, faith and community. Newman is a place where we learned not only how to be good in a particular field of study but also how to be good people.
Clare was the recipient of the 2011 Newberry Medal for her 2010 book, Moon over Manifest, set in a town based on her maternal grandparents’ hometown of Frontenac, Kan. Clare became the first Kansan to receive this honor and the first debut author to receive the medal in thirty years.
What did you like most about Newman? The thing I enjoyed the most was the small size. I could go anywhere on campus and see someone I knew. It made Newman feel like a big family, like something I was a part of. I could go to Scooters Coffeehouse, my favorite place on campus, and know the barista by name. Newman’s just so great because of that big feeling of connectedness. Everyone’s supportive of everyone else, and it’s wonderful. How did Newman prepare you to meet the demands of your Ph.D. program?
Francisco “Pancho” Fields ’14 Currently: A first-year Ph.D. student in Biology at the University of Notre Dame Location: South Bend, IN Undergraduate Major: Biology, minors in History and Theatre
The biology department did a wonderful job of introducing me to a bunch of different experimental methods that are available and that we use in the biomedical sciences, which is mostly what I do. In addition, the liberal arts education that Newman offers made me a better communicator compared with my peers here (at Notre Dame), because I have more of a background in different things. I can relate to other people, I can relate my work to work in a different field in a way that someone else might not be able to. Do you have any favorite stories about a class or professor you had at Newman? I had two professors who were really big and involved in my undergrad education. Dr. Stacy Jones from biology is one. I took her genetics class my sophomore year and really, really enjoyed it. After that I became a TA (teacher’s assistant) for her biochemistry class. I just
had a great time TA’ing for her. She let me get involved in the education process and it kind of put me on track to want to go back and be a professor at a small liberal arts institution someday. The class that I have the fondest memories from has got to be Mark Mannette’s Acting 2 class. It was in that class that I made some of my best friends in undergrad. The friendships I developed in that class have lasted, even now, and Mark Mannette is a wonderful acting teacher. Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? Newman offers a good home base. It’s a very nurturing place. I didn’t have very many opportunities in high school, but when I went to Newman because of its welcoming nature and small size, I was able to grow in a way I wouldn’t have been able to at a larger institution. I learned a lot about leadership, getting involved, and service learning. It’s exciting that Newman can prepare its graduates so well to “transform society,” and have a fire and passion for what we do that was given to us in undergrad and that we’re able to continue to use in the future.
What is your best memory of your time at Newman? That’s a really hard question! One of the things I really enjoyed was the last couple years I got involved in the faith community at Newman. I met some of my dearest friends going to church with them and praying with them…but then also we’d socialize outside the university and so that kind of network brought me all these amazing relationships that I still treasure to this day. How did Newman prepare you to meet the demands of graduate school?
Katie Valliere Streit ’08 Currently: Ph.D. student in History at the University of Houston Location: Houston, TX Undergraduate Major: Secondary Education and English
You know, I was really fortunate because I got two degrees when I was at Newman, and in both of those experiences I gained a very broad set of skills—reading, writing, presentations, all those skills necessary to succeed at the graduate level. But I also gained a sense of confidence, a belief in myself that I could ask difficult questions and go pursue the answer. Do you have any favorite stories about a class or professor you had at Newman? I absolutely loved my time taking a world literature course with Dr. Marguerite Regan. She just opened up all new texts to me that I had never imagined reading, let alone knowing about. Also, in the education department I remember taking a Children’s Literature class with Karen Rogers and she would read to
us every day. And you would think at first that having a kid’s book read to you would be kind of juvenile! But we just absolutely loved it. She instilled in us that no matter what their age is you can inspire your students and show them the passion of reading. I really remember that. Do you have a favorite place on campus? Well, it’s not exactly on the Newman campus but I love the pond over by the ASC (Adorers of the Blood of Christ) Wichita Center with the benches you can sit on around it. That was one of my favorite places to go and just kind of relax or read. It was really nice over there. Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? I think on the one hand, you’re working with some of the best professors in your field. They’re going to give you the skills to succeed. We have so many people coming out of the pre-med major at Newman, for example, who become very successful doctors. My husband came out of Newman’s chemistry program and is now a Ph.D. working at a national lab. At Newman, you are challenged to work on difficult problems, but you have the professors and other students around you so when you struggle they’re there to pick you up and teach you how to succeed.
Why did you choose Newman? Wichita had a lot to do with it. The location of the school, the people at Newman, the reputation was good. I played basketball there. It’s probably hard to say whether I chose Newman or Newman chose me! It was a great decision. What did you like the most about Newman once you got on campus?
Brandon Brigham ’09 Profession: Co-Founder and Owner, Kansas Filtration LLC Location: Wichita, KS Undergraduate Major: Business Administration
The tight-knit community. It’s a small campus— not too small, but it’s small enough that everybody knows you by name. I felt very comfortable. College can be intimidating, especially walking into a new place, and you don’t know anybody. But at Newman after two to four weeks, you know everybody and you’re not afraid to go down to the library at 10 at night because you know there will be 30 people there and you’re going to know them. That was the culture. How did Newman prepare you for the demands of this business world you’re in now? The professors had high expectations. As a student I didn’t necessarily always like that, but looking back now, that prepared me very well. The business world today has high expectations—you need to do something better, faster. So to come out of college without understanding what some of those expectations can be like I think sets you up for failure. When I came out of Newman,
professors had high expectations of me, so it was an easy transition into the real world just naturally because of how business just operates. What are some of the qualities you look for now when hiring employees? I look for things such as, Do they appear to be patient? How hungry are they? What is it that they want out of life? What is it they want out of a career? Where does their personal passion lie? Can they be passionate about this job? What sort of education do they have, what’s their background? The quality of their character. We interview a lot of people who are potentially qualified for a job but ultimately we have to work with that person all day, every day, and we want good people. I feel like any of my employees can step in and represent me well. Of our 14 employees, all are Newman grads except for one. They understand the expectations, and character means more to us than just about anything. If you had to do it all over, would you still choose Newman? I would. I believe my Newman experience is what got me where I am today. I don’t spend a lot of time looking back, but if and when I do, the road behind me is a pretty straight and narrow road and it went straight through Newman. I believe I am here today, doing what I’m doing, because of my past and Newman was a big part of that. I wouldn’t change a thing.
Why did you choose Newman University? I chose Newman University because I had visited with a representative when Newman was sending them to Cessna to visit with the employees on an appointment basis. The rep that I met with was very kind and warm. I needed that more than I needed tons of information. I had just recovered from a traumatic brain injury that caused life to change forever for me. I took all of the information she gave me and read it later when I could process it. What I needed right at that moment from her was kindness, acceptance, support and encouragement. She rocked it!
Tammy White ’11, ’13 Profession: Program Manager of Global Mission Support for Textron Aviation Location: Wichita, KS Undergraduate Major: Interdisciplinary Studies- Business Management Other degrees earned: M.B.A., Newman University ’13
What is your best memory of your time at Newman? It is hard to decide what my best time was at Newman, but if I had to pin it down, I would say it was personal visits with various professors and students. The kindness and warmth of the staff and students was remarkable to me. The majority of my professors were outstanding in their ability to show me that they actually cared about me.
If you were giving advice to a high school senior about choosing a college, what would you tell them? If I was giving advice to a high school student, I would tell them to sincerely consider Newman as their college of choice. It is a smaller school
that enables students to really matter. Meaning, each student will have every opportunity to become exactly who they want to be on the Newman campus. The staff genuinely cares about the success of each student, but it goes deeper than that. They care about the student as a person who deserves respect. It was my opinion that the majority of my professors were willing to do whatever they could to help the young men and women find their place in life.
Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? I believe Newman graduates are so successful because they have had an excellent education that includes the whole person. Newman faculty inspire students to become all that they want to be. They are their biggest cheerleaders. From what I saw, ALL students were accepted as equal and equally important. This plays a tremendous role in building self-confidence and helping students to believe in themselves.
If you had to do it all over again, would you still choose Newman? Why? If I had to do it all over again, I would absolutely choose Newman. Newman was a safe, warm, kind and accepting environment for me. I was challenged, supported, encouraged, and strengthened during my education at Newman. I really enjoyed the eclectic group of students and professors.
What are some of your favorite memories from your time at Newman? I met my wife at Newman University, so that’s an excellent memory! I went to Houston for grad school, and whenever I came back on a break, I felt drawn to visit Newman and meet with my professors. I felt not only were they people who taught me chemistry, but I could talk with them about how my life was going and get advice. That was really powerful to have faculty that would take a day out of their Christmas vacation and meet you for lunch and talk to you about how your life is going.
Ryan Huschka, Ph.D. ’07 Profession: Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Newman University Location: Wichita, KS Undergraduate Major: Chemistry Other degrees earned: Ph.D., Rice University ’12
What did you enjoy most about your time as a student at Newman? Newman prepared me for graduate school and to have a career in my field, but the most important thing I got out of my Newman experience were the service trips. Between my wife and I, we went on eight service trips during our time at Newman. On one trip, we went to Mexico to work with the poor and the extremely poor, and that trip really opened my eyes to the world and how blessed we are in this country. It was an opportunity to get away from the world you had known previously and realize that there is a whole different world out there. It was a very powerful experience. Being there made me understand how important it is to give back to those who have less and how blessed we are.
Do you have a favorite place on campus? My place right now is the chapel. I really like to get a break from the busyness of life. It’s nice if I can hit Mass on the busy lunch hour, but if not, it’s just nice to have a place to go to get a little peace and quiet and get your focus back on my highest priority, which is faith. Why do you think Newman graduates are so successful? It just seems to me that a lot of Newman graduates seem to be more well-rounded. For example, I took philosophy classes, ethics classes as an undergrad, and while I wasn’t totally motivated to take those classes when I was here, later on I had something to refer back to, kind of a toolkit that I could go back to and think “I remember covering this at one time.” I could have a conversation with someone about those issues, feel comfortable looking at ethical issues from multiple different perspectives. Newman graduates are good at looking at a problem and being able to consider it from multiple different angles. That’s one of the big advantages to a liberal arts education.
it’s not unusual for Newman University students to jump start their careers by securing full-time positions in their fields of study prior to graduation. It is also relatively common for current students to participate in life-changing internships or mission projects. These “outside the classroom” opportunities provide valuable experiences and enhancements to their college education and begin to shape thier future as successful graduates.
Matthew Reidl ’15 Current Newman Senior Job upon graduation: Full-time reporter Wichita Eagle. After taking an introduction to journalism class his fall semester freshman year, Matthew earned an internship at the Wichita Eagle. Eagle writer/food critic Denise Neil was his instructor. After she read Matthew’s work for her class and The Vantage (Newman’s student newspaper), Neil helped him land an unpaid internship in the Metro department at the Eagle, writing news briefs and other short stories during the winter break.
Matthew continued to intern at the paper in various departments every school break since then, and started getting paid for his reporting and writing in summer 2013. This past January, Matthew was offered a full-time reporting position, covering police activities and other crime. Matthew believes his experiences at Newman, especially as The Vantage's editor-in-chief from May 2013 to January 2015, really helped him to develop as a journalist. Last year he was named the Kansas Collegiate Journalist of the Year at the Kansas Collegiate Media Conference.
Jon Segovia ’15 Current Newman Senior Job upon graduation: Accountant at Koch Industries During the spring and summer of his junior year, Jon Segovia applied and was selected for co-operative education and internships positions at Koch Industries. And, those experiences have Jon set for success. Now as a senior, he continues to work at Koch while finishing his degrees, double accounting and management majors and double history and mathematics minors. Jon has the confidence in knowing a full-time accounting position is waiting for him upon graduation.
Blair Benton ’17 Current Newman Sophomore Selected from a competitive pool of applicants for a cardiac surgery mission trip in Ecuador With encouragement of Newman faculty, Blair was selected, along with a junior from Ohio State and a second year medical student at Oxford University (England), to participate in a life-changing mission trip sponsored by the International Children’s Heart Foundation (ICHF). The ICHF facilitates medical missions with the purpose of providing cardiac surgeries on children who desperately are in need of
“It can become difficult at times to stay on top of all the school work and meetings at school while maintaining a regular job,” Jon says. “But it is definitely worth it.” Jon believes the real work experience his internship has afforded him aligns completely with his chosen career path in business. “Newman gave me the opportunity to really get to know the business faculty and make connections with them,” Jon said. “In my experience with most of the business faculty, they do not just teach from an academic standpoint but from a practical, ‘this is what you will use in the business world’ standpoint—that is very helpful.”
competent medical care. Blair was a part of a medical team that traveled to Guayaquil, Ecuador. While in Ecuador for two weeks, Blair worked with 19 patients and their families who received cardiac care during her stay. Not only did the efforts of the surgeons and medical team improve the quality of life—and in some cases saved lives—of young people, the experience impacted all the volunteers. Blair says she has a deeper confidence in herself and a greater passion for her pursuit of a career in medicine. She strongly believes her medical career will someday include missionary work, so she can play a role in “making a difference and providing a better future” for those in need.
Career Services at Newman Employment Opportunities Career Services at Newman help students find employment in many different ways. Services are available for students seeking part-time jobs on or off campus, experience in their field through an internship or job shadow experience, a professional position after graduation. Newman hosts an annual career fair each spring on campus with several dozen local employers present to meet with interested students. Newman’s online job board also provides a platform where students can research and apply for on-and off-campus opportunities. Career Counseling Understanding what career paths are available is a challenge for many college students, especially those who may still be exploring multiple academic program options. Newman offers individual career counseling and guidance to all students and recent alumni. Our career counselors work with students through a career-planning process that includes self-assessment, career exploration and independent research.
Career Services provides Newman University students and alumni with a variety of resources for career planning and professional development. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the services available through the Student Success Center, located in Sacred Heart Hall on campus. Services provided include: •
Resume and Cover letter review and writing workshops
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Interview coaching
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Advice on choosing potential career paths
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Help with how to select a major based on your strengths and interests
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Connections with local employers and potential job openings
For more information please contact: Sherry Lamm Director of Career Services and Cooperative Education 316-942-4291, ext. 2234 lamms@newmanu.edu
Academic Programs Bachelor’s Degrees: Accounting (BS) Art (BA) Biochemistry (BS) Biology (BA & BS) with following concentrations in BS: Biology Teacher Biomedical Research General Biology Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medical Technology Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Veterinary Medicine Business, General (BBA) Business Studies (BS) Chemistry (BA & BS) Communication (BA) Counseling (BS) with following concentrations: Addiction Studies Child and Adolescent Studies Criminal Justice Criminal Justice (BS) Education, Early Childhood Unified (BS) Education, Elementary (BS) Education, Secondary (BS)
English (BA) Forensic Science (BS) Healthcare Science (BS) with following concentrations: Business Computed Tomography Education Psychology/Sociology History (BA & BS) Information Technology (BS) Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) with optional concentration: Strategic Communication Liberal Studies (BA) Management (BBA) Management Information Systems (BS) Mathematics (BA & BS) – BA only available as a second major Nursing (BSN) – Traditional and RN Completion Pastoral Ministry (BA) Philosophy (BA) Psychology (BS) Sociology (BS) with optional concentration: Criminal Justice Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sports Communication (BA) Theatre (BA) with following concentrations: Performance Technical Theology (BA)
Minors: Accounting Art Biology Business Communication Chemistry Choral Music Communication English History Information Technology International Studies Journalism Mathematics Pastoral Ministry Philosophy Political Science Pre-Law Psychology Sociology Spanish Sports Medicine Theatre Theology Certificate Program: Computed Tomography Master’s Degrees: Master of Business Administration (MBA) with following concentrations: Finance
International Business Leadership Management Management Information Systems Master of Business Administration/Master of Social Work (MBA/MSW) Master of Science in Education (MSED) with following concentrations: Building Leadership English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Curriculum and Instruction Reading Specialist Curriculum and Instruction Organizational Leadership Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia (MSNA) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Arts in Theology (MAT) Master in Theological Studies (MTS) Associate’s Degrees: Information Technology (AS) Liberal Arts (AA) Occupational Therapy Assistant (AS) Paralegal (AS) Pre-Engineering (AS) Radiologic Technology (ASHS) Respiratory Care (ASHS)
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