Building More Than Housing—Creating Communities That Inspire

By Shaun Coleman
April 10, 2025, 09:35 AM CST

In today’s ever-changing world of student housing, Newman Student Housing Fund is reimagining what it means for students to have a place to live—and belong. We’re not just building beds. We’re building communities that form the whole person—mind, body, and soul. Rooted in the Christian faith, our spaces invite students into something deeper: purpose, connection, and growth.

We call it Inspired Living.

A Vision for Inspired Living

College is more than just academics. It is a turning point—a time when young adults begin to ask big questions and shape their future. At Newman Student Housing Fund, we have designed a student living experience that nurtures not only academic success but also personal transformation, spiritual formation, and lasting community.

Our communities are more than places to stay—they are places to become. Students are invited to grow in character, take ownership of their lives, and build relationships that matter. Each residence is crafted with intentionality, from wellness-focused spaces and faith-based programming to leadership development initiatives and community engagement opportunities.

Every aspect is designed to support students on their journey—encouraging healthy habits, meaningful connections, and a sense of belonging that lasts well beyond graduation.

Meeting the Moment in Student Housing

The student housing market is facing a crisis of depth—high turnover, rising mental health challenges, and housing models that prioritize amenities over formation. Many options are convenient, but few are truly transformative.

We believe students deserve more.

Universities, developers, and investors are searching for solutions that not only increase retention and satisfaction but also make a lasting difference in students’ lives. That is where Newman Student Housing Fund comes in.

Our approach—rooted in Christian values and the needed and known philosophy—has led to:

Stronger communities and higher retention rates
Higher student satisfaction and parent confidence
Long-term impact on student success and personal growth

A Model That Works—For Students, Families, and Partners

We launched our first project in 2012, growing intentionally to ensure every community we serve stays mission-driven and student-focused.

What sets us apart?

Faith-based programming that fosters spiritual formation and intentional relationships
Holistic wellness initiatives that support mental, emotional, and physical well-being
Leadership development that equips students for success beyond college
An operational model that prioritizes belonging and engagement

The result is housing that does more than provide a place to live—it creates an environment where students can thrive. Parents love it, students stay for it, and universities recognize its value.

Scaling the Mission

As more institutions and families seek housing with heart, we are expanding through:

New Developments – Growing our portfolio with student housing projects that integrate modern amenities with values-driven living.
Strategic Management Contracts – Partnering with developers and universities to operate and steward student housing communities with intentionality and care.
Enhanced Wellness & Formation Programs – Investing in initiatives that equip students with life skills, support systems, and leadership opportunities.

Partnership Opportunities

Whether you are building, investing, or leading students, there is a place for you in this mission.

Through a strategic partnership with Newman and Mohr Capital, property owners can increase retention and NOI by bringing the Newman experience to their properties. Our operational playbook delivers lower turnover, higher occupancy, and stronger community engagement.

For property owners, the Newman Student Housing Fund is positioned in a growing, purpose-driven market. Our data shows that when students feel needed and known, they stay longer, thrive more, and reflect the kind of long-term ROI that matters—not just in financial performance but in lives changed.

Universities and campus leaders also benefit in a competitive enrollment environment where housing makes a difference. Offering students a Newman community is more than just filling rooms—it’s about creating an experience that fosters success, retention, and lifelong affiliation.

A Different Kind of Legacy

At Newman Student Housing, we are raising the standard for student housing—not just through amenities, but through meaning.

We form students into leaders, friends into community, and housing into a space for transformation. And we are just getting started.

Let’s Build Something Meaningful

The best student housing is built on a deeper foundation—where students are truly needed and known.

If you are ready to be part of something bigger—whether as a partner, investor, or campus leader — Contact us today, we would love to start the conversation.

Welcome to Inspired Living. Welcome to Newman Student Housing Fund.

Strategic Partnership with Mohr Capital

To accelerate the growth of Inspired Living communities, Newman Student Housing Fund has partnered with Mohr Capital, a national leader in real estate investment and development, and a master developer for the Church. This partnership leverages Mohr Capital’s expertise in acquisition, development, and value-driven real estate strategies with NSHF’s proven ability to operate, manage, and cultivate faith-based student housing communities.

Through this collaboration:

Mohr Capital serves as the development and investment partner, leading the acquisition and construction of new student housing projects.
Newman Student Housing Fund serves as the management and community-building expert, ensuring each property fulfills the Inspired Living vision—fostering student success, faith formation, and long-term retention.

This partnership allows us to expand Inspired Living to more campuses nationwide, offering students a housing experience that goes beyond amenities to focus on belonging, purpose, and personal growth. Together, NSHF and Mohr Capital are setting a new standard for student housing—one that prioritizes both financial success and meaningful impact.

To learn more about Newman Student Housing Fund, visit newmanstudenthousing.com.
To learn more about Mohr Capital, visit mohrcap.com.

Newman Student Housing Fund
1700 Pacific Ave, Suite 2420
Dallas, TX 75201
(866)-960-9758, Ext 708
Craig Farrin, Regional Director of Operations