University Newman University NCAA Division II Location Wichita, Kansas | Conference Heartland Conference Athletic director Vic Trilli Varsity teams 16 | |
The Newman University Jets are the sports teams of Newman University located in Wichita, Kansas. They participate in the NCAA's Division II and in the Heartland Conference. The Jets formerly competed in the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference (MCAC) of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) until the end of the 2005-06 season.
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Facilities
On February 2, 2013, Newman University recognized the Potter family in dedicating Fugate Gymnasium as “Potter Family Court”. The proceeds towards this event went to the Potter Family Scholarship, where scholarship is provided to Newman student athletes. Newman University also has their student athletes participate with an organization called Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Within this organization student-athletes are to focus on raising money for organizations within the Wichita community and to organize events on campus. Newman University also has a Hall of Fame, in which honors these people or organizations for their contribution towards the university. Inductees include Larry Inlow was inducted into the Newman University Hall of Fame in 2010. Just like many of Newman Hall of Fame inductees, Inlow has contributed to the Wichita community and recently has been named 2013 Wichita B-52s (Professional Arena Soccer League) head coach.
Fight song
The Heartbeat is the official fight song for Newman University. The lyrics are listed below, as well as the mp3 version of the song.