As a community living option the Newman House is proud to have many places where residents and guests can relax, pray, study, and socialize. These spaces are a big part of what makes the Newman House more than just a place to live, it offers residents a chance to be part of something bigger than themselves.

Chapel

The Newman House converted what was known as the "Smoker" where men used to come and wait for their dates into a chapel in 2010. The Our Lady Queen of the Virgin Martyrs Chapel houses the Blessed Sacrament year round and is available for residents to pray in 24/7. Father Luke comes to celebrate a House Mass about once a month.

Kitchen and Dining

The Newman House has a communal kitchen where residents can prepare meals, make coffee, relax, and study. The Newman House provides food for all 21 meals each week including prepared suppers Monday-Thursday. Personal food can be stored in designated space in the fridge and in each resident’s designated cupboard.

The dining room is used for events and house suppers, as well as studying and spending time together. 

Living Room

The Living Room was traditionally a spot of hospitality and socializing for the Tri-Deltas. Today, the living room has been through updates to honor the original style of the house and to provide a place where residents can relax together or with their guests. Our piano is a unique piece of history, manufactured in 1929 and built right here in the living room. The piano has been a part of the house since the beginning. It not only looks amazing, but is made from old wood when fuller forests led to denser wood. This offers deeper resonance than can be achieved with a modern piano. 

Library

The Newman House is the proud home of Father Gerard Potter's library. The library has been sorted to offer a varied and sound selection of theology, philosophy, history, and classic literature, available for all residents to use. The library is also a space where residents can relax or study in a quiet atmosphere, and has a color printer available for residents to use.

Lounges

Each residential floor has a lounge available for spending time together or studying. The Second Floor has two lounges, one with a TV and comfy couches, while the other has lots of natural light and space to relax and study. The third floor lounge also has a study desk, printer, and couch.

Basement Den

The Basement Den provides a place for large groups to gather for movie nights, bible studies, and more. Comfy couches are available for midday naps and a TV is also available for use by all residents.