Newman (born May 31, 1954) is an American world trekker, public speaker, freelance writer, author, and adjunct professor.
From April 1983 to April 1987, he walked solo around the world and became popularly known as βThe Worldwalker.β The author or co-author of three books, he has given over 2,300 speeches to universities, schools, churches, companies, and other groups.
The longest hiking trail in Ohio's state park system, the Steven Newman Worldwalker Perimeter Trail, has been permanently renamed after him, and he has been honored with that state's highest award, as well as with a doctorate in humanities.
In 2012 he signed his third multiyear shoe and sportswear endorsement contract that will pay him royalties until he reaches the age of 70 with the company Aqua Two.