Newman University

When December 2025 graduate Rebekah Strickbine arrived at Newman as a first-year student, she knew she loved art. She just didn’t know how to turn her passion into a career.

In an effort to discover her path, Strickbine immersed herself in art classes, participated in the Honors Program, worked for University Relations as a student graphic designer, attended Campus Ministry events, completed multiple graphic design internships and even began building her own art business.

“For me, college was a time where I was surrounded with all of the help and support I needed while I explored life’s options in a hands-on way for myself,” Strickbine said. “I worked for real companies, experienced real work environments and was able to graduate with an art major and business experience, fully informed about my options going forward. My time at Newman was so equipping for everything I’m doing today.”

Congrats, Rebekah!

Read Rebekah's story: https://news.newmanu.edu/artist-rebekah-strickbine/

Delphine Sosu, a native of Ghana who came to Newman to play soccer two years ago, completed her Master of Social Work field placement at the International Rescue Committee in Wichita. She said the work ahead felt like a calling that she had been moving toward long before she had words for it.

“I believe that from here I’ll be able to touch a lot of lives,” Sosu said. “Be it whichever way, small or big, I’m looking forward to being a bigger change in society and the world at large.”

Congrats, Delphine!

Read the full MSW pinning ceremony: https://bit.ly/4v45KuG

New Marian Grotto loading 🚧⏳

Progress is made each week on the new location for the Marian Grotto, and we can't wait to see its final form! Special thanks to Dondlinger Construction for their design work on the new space.

Interested in being a part of Newman's history? Consider giving to the "Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future: The Revitalization of Sacred Heart Hall" campaign. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3A16RUV

"Very welcoming... it feels like home."

Those are the words one parent used to describe her and her daughter's experience during Jet Pre-Check, an orientation event for incoming students that helps prepare them for their journeys at Newman.

Shoutout to the Admissions team for introducing students to advising, financial aid, housing and campus resources!

Check out the FAQ for students and parents: https://bit.ly/4u9Fzmd

Science isn't just something you read about — it's something you do. 🔥

This week, students of the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) are immersing themselves in hands-on research while conducting unique lab experiments.