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Philosophy

“All men by nature desire to know” (Aristotle). Philosophy is the quest to satisfy this desire. It addresses issues that have and will always demand the attention of reflective men and women: personal and social conduct, the nature of our world and our knowledge of it, the nature of truth and the ultimate reality. The meaning, purposes and direction of our lives are grounded in our responses to these issues.

“The study of philosophy is fundamental and indispensable to the structure of theological studies.” - St. Pope John Paul II, Fides et Ratio, 62

While open to any student, this degree is designed to prepare Catholic seminarians for graduate work in theology.

Physical Education

Newman University offers the following sports: baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s bowling, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s triathlon, and men’s wrestling. Athletes in these sports are required to enroll in the sport each semester unless the student’s enrollment in other courses is outside the flat tuition rate. Athletes who cannot enroll in the course are still charged the fee. Only athletes who are eligible to participate in their sport are allowed to enroll in PHED1001 Intercollegiate Athletics. Students are limited to one credit hour of Intercollegiate Athletics/Intercollegiate Sports Conditioning per semester. If students participate in more than one sport in a semester they are eligible for credit in only one of them.

Physical Science

Physical Science provides support courses for other fields of study such as biology and chemistry. It also acquaints the student with the liberal arts philosophy in science dealing with the scientific approach.

Before enrolling in a course which has a prerequisite course listed, the student must have earned a grade of “C” or better in the prerequisite course.

Political Science

Every student should insist on having some grounded idea about the scope and nature of the American governmental system, the great works of political thought, and the political and economic problems of the international community.

Psychology

The curriculum in psychology is designed to provide the major with a broad understanding of the discipline of psychology. Psychology, as a hybrid science, bridges the gap between the biological sciences and the social disciplines. Due to this unique position, the study of psychology brings the student into contact with the facts and theories of one’s biological heritage, the history of Western thought regarding persons within their social and physical environment, and the development of scientific methods to study the many facets of human activity. Consequently, the psychology major receives a broad liberal arts/sciences background.

The B.S. program prepares students for positions in the fields of mental health, social service, substance abuse, and corrections. Students are prepared for further study in graduate programs in psychology, social work, law, business and other areas.

Radiologic Technology

The Newman University Program of Radiologic Technology through consistent classroom and clinical experience provides the student with state of the art knowledge in radiological sciences. The curriculum and supportive environment facilitate the student to achieve an essential role in the profession, service to the community and provides personal enrichment.

A Radiologic Technologist produces radiographic images for interpretation by the radiologist or physician. While producing and processing this diagnostic information, technologists are responsible for the physical and mental comfort of the patient.

Career opportunities exist in hospitals, clinics, and industry for this rapidly growing and important field of medicine. Newman University prepares the student for this career with classroom experience and clinical training at local health care institutions. After completing radiology requirements and degree requirements, an Associate of Science in Health Science degree is conferred. Enrollment is limited and dependent on admission requirements.

For information, contact the Newman University Admissions Office or the program director or visit Newman’s web site at www.newmanu.edu.

Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care is a dynamic, high-tech, high-touch allied health profession. Respiratory therapists work under the direction of a physician and assist in the evaluation, treatment and care of patients with heart, lung and breathing disorders. These patients range in age from the premature infant to the elderly. Most respiratory therapists work in hospitals; however, an increasing number of respiratory therapists are now working in physicians’ offices, specialized care hospitals, medical equipment companies and skilled nursing facilities.

The Respiratory Care Program at Newman leads to an associate of science in health science degree which may be earned in two and a half years of full-time study. After a year of prerequisite courses, selected students enter the professional phase of the program in the fall and graduate in December of the following year. Selection for admission is competitive and limited to a class of twenty. A background check and drug and alcohol testing are required for admission to the program. CPR certification, completed health physical, professional liability insurance and medical insurance are required for clinical education experience.

The Respiratory Care Program #200117 is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Graduates are eligible to sit for the registry examinations offered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), leading to the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Requirements for licensure in the state of Kansas are partially met by successful completion of the entry-level NBRC examination.