Newman University History

Kansas Newman University posted a couple of videos on Youtube that focus on the institution's history.  An initial introductory video of just over 6 minutes covers the founding of the religious order, Sisters Adorers of the Most Precious Blood, that operated schools in various Kansas towns.

The Sisters purchased property in Wichita, Kansas and started St. John's Academy, a school for girls in 1902. A boy's school was added later. In 1923, Sacred Heart Junior College began and a 4-year baccalaureate program was offered after 1933. The name changed to Sacred Heart College in 1952. It was then renamed Kansas Newman College in 1973 and Newman University in 2000.
Another video, "Kansas Newman College, 1973-1998," includes a presentation by Sr. Charlotte Rohrbach, ASC, covers a twenty-five year period at the institution just prior to the adoption of the current name.
You can also visit the Newman website for a more extensive historical sketch and a link to the institutional archives.

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