- 2002 - 2003 Academic Year News Release Archive
New students receive 'summer send-off'
June 30th, 2003 — Valpo's newest students are receiving a "summer send-off" from Valpo alumni throughout the nation.
Read MoreFour to join faculty in fall
June 25th, 2003 — Four appointments to the Valparaiso University faculty are announced.
Read MoreProfessor chosen for seminar
June 25th, 2003 — A Valpo professor and journal editor is selected for seminar designed to aid in the development of higher education leaders.
Read MoreDeadline nears for final summer session registration
June 16th, 2003 — June 28 is the deadline for the final summer session that runs through Aug. 8.
Read MoreBook by former president is reprinted
June 10th, 2003 — A book of devotionals written by former Valparaiso University President O.P. Kretzmann and originally published in 1935 has been reprinted by the University and Wheat Ridge Ministries.
Read MoreTeachers prepare to serve parochial schools
June 10th, 2003 — Fifteen new teachers are preparing to serve parochial schools in Chicagoland as they begin summer study at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreFour appointed to faculty
June 2nd, 2003 — New faculty members have been appointed in psychology, Japanese, engineering and economics.
Read MoreVirtual reality aids engineering education
June 2nd, 2003 — Valparaiso University students are getting a new perspective on projects through a virtual reality program that is integrated into the curriculum.
Read MoreActing-Directing Showcase set for Dec. 7
May 23rd, 2003 — The annual Valparaiso University Acting/Directing Showcase will be Dec. 7 in the Center for the Arts on campus.
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Read MoreMath educators on campus for conference
May 19th, 2003 — College mathematics teachers from throughout the nation will attend a workshop that begins June 2 at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreLight in Thy Light to attract Midwest teens
May 16th, 2003 — Nearly 150 teens from throughout the Midwest will gather at Valparaiso University June 25 through June 27 for the 20th annual Light in Thy Light Youth Retreat.
Read MoreGift funds purchase of storm-chase vehicle
May 16th, 2003 — A new vehicle and new equipment is available to Valpo's Storm Intercept Team this spring thanks to a donation from the parents of a meteorology student.
Read MoreSafe Sitter program set for June 9 and 10
May 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreRegistration underway for Summer Sessions
May 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman students to study education at VU
May 13th, 2003 — Ten students from Education University in Heidelberg, Germany, will be at Valparaiso University May 20 through June 1 to study the educational system.
Read MorePhotography, ceramic exhibitions to open June 1
May 12th, 2003 — Two exhibitions by regional artists go on display June 1 at Valparaiso University’s Brauer Museum of Art.
Read MoreIncoming freshmen to visit campus in June
May 9th, 2003 —
Read MoreHonors recital set for May 17
May 8th, 2003 —
Read MoreCommencement activities set
May 8th, 2003 — More than 730 Valparaiso University students will participate in commencement exercises May 18 on campus.
Read MoreProfessor gets $25,000 grant from NASA
May 6th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman diplomat to be granted honorary degree
May 5th, 2003 — A German diplomat will be presented with a honorary doctor of laws degree during Valparaiso University’s commencement ceremonies May 18.
Read MoreFive faculty members granted emeritus status
May 2nd, 2003 — Five members of the Valparaiso University faculty have been awarded emeritus status by the University’s Board of Directors.
Read MoreCollege of Nursing awarded grant
May 1st, 2003 —
Read MoreOpen house set for May 9
April 30th, 2003 —
Read MoreGraduate to speak about Palestine and Israel
April 29th, 2003 —
Read MoreBrass and percussion showcase set for Sunday
April 29th, 2003 —
Read MoreLocal nurses to be honored
April 28th, 2003 — Four area nurses will be honored by the Valparaiso University College of Nursing at a dinner May 5 as part of Nurse’s Week activities.
Read MoreCinco De Mayo event set for May 10
April 28th, 2003 —
Read MoreValpo gathering at Railcats stadium
April 28th, 2003 — Friends and alumni of Valparaiso University will gather at RailCats Stadium in Gary May 14 to watch the men’s baseball team play Indiana University.
Read MoreChamber Music Fest set for May 3
April 28th, 2003 —
Read MoreChristian Women's Conference begins Friday
April 28th, 2003 — The second annual Christian Women’s Conference begins Friday, May 2, on the Valparaiso University campus.
Read MoreOpen mic night set for May 2
April 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreDesign Expo to showcase engineering projects
April 25th, 2003 — More than 60 projects created by Valparaiso University College of Engineering students will be on display at the fifth annual Design Expo May 3 on campus.
Read MoreSupreme Court Lecture cancelled
April 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreInstitute for Law and Pastoral Ministry begins Sunday
April 24th, 2003 — The Institute for Law and Pastoral Ministry will be April 27-28 on campus.
Read MoreBach at the Brauer set for April 30
April 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreVOLTS program set for May 5
April 22nd, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for April 30
April 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent recital May 1
April 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreAlumna to give lecture May 2
April 17th, 2003 — A Valparaiso University alumna who is considered one of America’s top businesswomen will be on campus May 2 to give a College of Business lecture.
Read MoreAmerican Chamber Trio to perform April 27
April 17th, 2003 —
Read MoreSupreme Court Lecture set for April 29
April 17th, 2003 —
Read MoreInstitute for Liturgical Studies set for April 28
April 16th, 2003 — Religious leaders from throughout the nation will be at Valparaiso University April 28 through May 1 for the 55th annual Institute of Liturgical Studies.
Read MoreChamber Concert band performance May 2
April 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreStudents write book about retirement community residents
April 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreConcert set for April 29
April 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreGrant writing workshop set for June
April 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreGospel choir to perform
April 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
April 15th, 2003 —
Read MoreCommunity Band Festival April 26 on campus
April 15th, 2003 —
Read MoreNursing workshop set for May 2
April 15th, 2003 —
Read MoreVU student wins national award
April 15th, 2003 —
Read MoreBrauer Museum to close for Easter
April 15th, 2003 —
Read MoreProsecutor to speak to law graduates
April 14th, 2003 — An alumnus who is prosecuting attorney for Marion County (Ind.) will be the featured speaker at spring commencement ceremonies for graduates of the Valparaiso University School of Law.
Read MoreArt walk May 1
April 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for April 23
April 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent recitals set for April 25 and 26 on campus
April 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreFaith lecture set for April 26
April 14th, 2003 — A Minnesota seminary professor will be at Valparaiso University April 26 to give the Youth Leadership Training Program Youth and Family Ministry Lecture.
Read MoreCelebration of Undergraduate Research set for April 23
April 14th, 2003 — More than four dozen projects representing the best in undergraduate scholarship will be on display April 23 on campus.
Read MoreArchaeology lecture set for April 23
April 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreTabor Lecture set for April 24
April 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreEngineering team places fourth in competition
April 11th, 2003 —
Read MoreNovelist to speak April 15
April 11th, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent recital April 22
April 11th, 2003 —
Read MoreInvestment banker joins board
April 10th, 2003 — A managing director with Lehman Brothers Inc. has been elected to the governing body at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreVisiting Chinese author to speak on campus
April 9th, 2003 —
Read MoreTwo engineering professors honored
April 9th, 2003 — Two members of the Valparaiso University College of Engineering faculty have been named to endowed professorships effective July 1.
Read MoreVisiting professor to talk about animal companionship
April 9th, 2003 —
Read MoreProfessors to give cricket lecture
April 9th, 2003 —
Read MoreWangerin to speak at benefit for Duneland High School
April 8th, 2003 —
Read MoreHoly Week chapel services set
April 8th, 2003 — Valparaiso University’s Chapel of the Resurrection will celebrate numerous services in observance of Holy Week, April 13-20.
Read MoreCoffee hour set for April 16
April 8th, 2003 —
Read MoreRecital set for April 13
April 8th, 2003 —
Read MoreRecital set for April 11
April 8th, 2003 —
Read MorePoetry review available online
April 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreDedication ceremonies postponed until Saturday
April 4th, 2003 — Special ceremonies set for Friday to mark dedication of the new intercollegiate softball field have been postponed until Saturday, April 5.
Read MoreHandbell concert set for April 12
April 4th, 2003 —
Read MoreLecture to focus on photography
April 4th, 2003 — A Chicago museum curator will be at Valparaiso University April 14 to talk about his collection of photographs on display at the Brauer Museum of Art.
Read MorePlacement rate of graduates remains good
April 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreMeteorologist to be commencement speaker
April 2nd, 2003 — A Chicago meteorologist will be the featured speaker May 18 at commencement ceremonies honoring students completing undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Read MoreAuthors Reception set for April 9
April 2nd, 2003 — Members of the Valparaiso University community will gather to honor the work of nearly two dozen authors with an authors reception April 9 on campus.
Read MoreWeekend recitals set
April 2nd, 2003 —
Read MoreVisiting professor to speak at School of Law
April 2nd, 2003 —
Read MoreObservatory open house set for April 11
April 1st, 2003 —
Read MoreFifteen area schools to participate in Jazz Fest
March 31st, 2003 — Student jazz ensembles from 15 schools from around Northwest Indiana will perform during three nights of concerts to kick off the 18th annual Jazz Fest.
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for April 9
March 31st, 2003 —
Read MoreVU professor to speak at Chicago-area weather seminar
March 28th, 2003 —
Read MoreNationally known novelist to speak at VU
March 28th, 2003 — Author Valerie Sayers will visit Valparaiso University April 9 and read from her novel “The Sex Wars at St. X” which she will publish soon.
Read MoreHolocaust Remembrance Week April 7-11
March 28th, 2003 — Valparaiso University will remember the Holocaust with a week of activities April 7-11 that includes a talk by a Holocaust survivor.
Read MoreStudent to give senior recital March 29
March 27th, 2003 —
Read More'As You Like It' begins April 11 in Center for the Arts
March 26th, 2003 — The Department of Theatre’s production of “As You Like It” opens April 11 in the University Theatre in the Center for the Arts and includes recognition of the Bard’s birth date on April 26.
Read MoreAIA lecture to focus on Turkish shipwreck
March 26th, 2003 —
Read MoreFreshman Debates begin April 1
March 26th, 2003 — The 17th annual Christ College Freshmen Debates begin April 1 on the Valparaiso University campus.
Read MoreProlife speech set for April 2
March 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreRegistration underway for Shakespeare workshop
March 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreWine tasting set for April 6
March 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreSymphony concert set for April 5
March 24th, 2003 — The Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra will perform April 5 in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus.
Read MoreBrauer exhibitions showcase local artists
March 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for April 2
March 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreChristian Women's Conference set for May 2-4
March 21st, 2003 — Hundreds of people are expected on the Valparaiso University campus May 2-4 for the second Christian Women’s Conference.
Read MoreMuslim activist to speak at VU April 1
March 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent recital set for April 1
March 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreRegistration underway for Summer Sessions
March 20th, 2003 — Registration for summer classes at Valparaiso University is underway. Summer Session I is May 20 through June 27; Summer Session II will be June 30 through Aug. 8.
Read MorePrayer service set for tonight
March 19th, 2003 — Valparaiso University will host a prayer service for peace tonight, Wednesday March 19, in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus.
Read MoreTickets available for bus trip to Purdue
March 18th, 2003 — The Valparaiso University Union Board is sponsoring a fan bus to Purdue University for the women's basketball game Saturday in the NCAA tournament.
Read MoreStudent recitals set for March 28, 29
March 18th, 2003 —
Read MoreKress Lecture to focus on universe
March 17th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for March 26
March 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreBoyd lecture to focus on Holocaust
March 14th, 2003 — An award-winning author and historian will be at Valparaiso University March 25 to speak about the Holocaust for the Willis Boyd Memorial Lecture.
Read MoreHuegli lecture set for March 26
March 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreFaculty recital set for March 23
March 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreVOLTS discussion focuses on internment camps
March 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreAIA lecture set for March 27
March 13th, 2003 — A visiting professor from Carthage College will be on the Valparaiso University campus March 27 to give an Archaeological Institute of America lecture.
Read MoreVU professor publishes two new books
March 12th, 2003 —
Read MoreTheologian to give lecture
March 12th, 2003 —
Read MoreLuke: The Story of Christ set for March 26-28 performances
March 11th, 2003 — A Broadway actor will be at Valparaiso University March 26-28 to perform the story of Christ.
Read MoreMasters in sports administration offered
March 11th, 2003 — Valparaiso University will offer a master of science in sports administration beginning with the next academic term.
Read MoreTwo added to University staff
March 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreIntensive Chinese class begins March 24
March 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreHigh school students may register for summer classes
March 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreTwo join project staff
March 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreBritish-style debates set for March 19
March 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreVOLTS members to hear talk on brain activity
March 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreInstitute for Liturgical Studies set for April 28
March 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreMBA open house planned for March 22
March 7th, 2003 — Valparaiso University will host an informational open house March 22 for the master's in business administration degree program.
Read MoreThree awarded Lilly Fellowships
March 7th, 2003 — Three teacher-scholars have been appointed to the Valparaiso University faculty as fellows in the Lilly Fellows in the Humanities and the Arts program and begin a two-year term in the fall.
Read MoreArts-A-Budding exhibition on display through March 13
March 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreAsian American cultural celebration set for March 21
March 6th, 2003 — A celebration of Asian American culture is set for March 21 at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreKretzmann lecture set for March 18
March 6th, 2003 —
Read MoreProfessor awarded $117,000 NSF grant
March 5th, 2003 — A Valparaiso University biology professor has been awarded a $117,940 grant from the National Science Foundation to study the morphological development of mold.
Read MoreFour added to University staff
March 5th, 2003 —
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
March 5th, 2003 —
Read MoreVU professor named to ELCA education committee
March 5th, 2003 —
Read MoreNursing students reach out to community
March 4th, 2003 —
Read MoreUniversity has major economic impact on region
March 4th, 2003 — Through its own business activity and the additional transactions this activity produces, Valpo has an economic impact of nearly $102 million on Northwest Indiana.
Read MoreVU Chorale to perform March 20
March 3rd, 2003 — The Valparaiso University Chorale will perform March 20 in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus.
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for March 19
March 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreCommittee tries to make lives 'bed'der
February 28th, 2003 —
Read MoreVisiting professors join VU faculty
February 28th, 2003 — Four visiting professors are new to the Valparaiso University faculty this spring.
Read MoreArea high schools to compete at VU
February 27th, 2003 —
Read MoreBrauer Museum of Art acquires new works
February 25th, 2003 —
Read MoreValpo gatherings set for basketball tournament
February 24th, 2003 — Supporters of the men's and women's basketball teams will have several opportunities to gather during the Mid-Continent Basketball Tournament to be held March 8-11 at Kemper Arena in Kansas City.
Read MoreGary pastor named to VU position
February 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreTax clinic now accepting clients
February 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreJazz Fest tickets go on sale March 20
February 21st, 2003 — Tickets for the 18th annual Valparaiso University Jazz Fest, set for April 7-12 on campus, go on sale March 20 at the Valparaiso Union Information Desk.
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for Feb. 26
February 19th, 2003 —
Read MoreUniversity administrator appointed to national board
February 19th, 2003 —
Read MoreVU student's talk show to begin airing March 2
February 19th, 2003 — Michael Essany will be a guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show and NBC's Today Show in advance of the premier of his reality-based show on the E! Entertainment Television cable network March 2.
Read MoreVU graduate named to alumni director position
February 18th, 2003 — James Acton has been promoted to director of alumni relations at Valparaiso University after serving as associate director since October 1999.
Read MoreVOLTs sets two current events discussions
February 18th, 2003 —
Read MoreTheology professor to review baseball book
February 18th, 2003 —
Read MoreUniversity offers new master's degree
February 18th, 2003 — Valparaiso University is now offering a master of science in international commerce and policy.
Read More'Bye Bye Birdie' performance to benefit Law Clinic
February 18th, 2003 —
Read MoreGallery talk of Dali exhibition set for Feb. 26
February 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreMemorial Opera House concerts begin Feb. 24
February 14th, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent organist recital set for Feb. 23
February 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreForensic phychology lecture set for Feb. 24
February 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreStudent recital set for Feb. 22
February 13th, 2003 —
Read MoreLecture set for Feb. 24
February 12th, 2003 — A visiting professor of English will be at Valparaiso University Feb. 24 to talk about literature and belief.
Read MoreGraduate publishes music book
February 12th, 2003 —
Read MoreRecital set for Feb. 23
February 12th, 2003 —
Read MoreBone marrow donor drive set for Feb. 19
February 11th, 2003 —
Read MoreNikki Giovanni to speak at Black History Month dinner
February 11th, 2003 — Nationally-known poet Nikki Giovanni will be at Valparaiso University Feb. 21 to speak at the Black History Month Dinner.
Read MorePanel discussion set for Feb. 19
February 11th, 2003 —
Read MoreRetired museum director to give Dali lecture Feb. 21
February 11th, 2003 — The retired director of the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, Fla., will be at Valparaiso University Feb. 21 to talk about the Dali exhibition currently on display at Brauer Museum of Art.
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
February 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreSymposium series ends with history discussion
February 10th, 2003 — A Pulitzer Prize-winning author will be at Valparaiso University Feb. 20 to discuss World War II as the final lecture in the Christ College Symposium Series.
Read MoreEnglish professor to review 'Carmelo'
February 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreDance ensemble set for Feb. 21-23
February 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for Feb. 19
February 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreLaw lecture set for Feb. 20
February 10th, 2003 —
Read MoreTrombone master class set for Feb. 17
February 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreVespers service set for Feb. 16
February 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreDrama production set for Feb. 14 and Feb. 15
February 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreUpperclass students get Christian living option
February 7th, 2003 — Upper-class students at Valparaiso University who are interested in living in an intentional Christian community now can choose to live together on campus.
Read MoreBusinessman to speak to MBA students Feb. 17
February 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreVariety of Black History Month events set at Valpo
February 6th, 2003 — A dinner with keynote speaker poet Nikki Giovanni and a comedy show are the highlights of Black History Month activities on campus this month.
Read MorePianist to discuss memories with VOLTS group
February 6th, 2003 —
Read MoreFees set for next academic year
February 6th, 2003 —
Read MoreComedy show set for Feb. 15
February 5th, 2003 —
Read MoreChamber Concert Band to begin spring tour March 2
February 4th, 2003 —
Read MoreProspective students to visit campus
February 4th, 2003 — Dozens of prospective students and their parents will visit Valparaiso University on Feb. 14 for a campus Visit Day.
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for Feb. 12
February 4th, 2003 —
Read MoreEnvironmental management expert to speak at Valpo Feb. 10
February 4th, 2003 —
Read MoreHonors college dean to give annual Zeile lecture
February 3rd, 2003 — The dean of Valparaiso University's honors college will speak on "Study in a Time of Terror" Feb. 12 on campus.
Read MoreIconographer to speak as part of symposium series
February 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreBiology professor reviews book
February 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreBook sale set for Feb. 13-15
February 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreValpo Chorale begins spring tour March 12 in Carmel
February 3rd, 2003 — The Valparaiso University Chorale will open a four-state spring tour March 12 with a performance in Carmel.
Read MoreArt exhibition opens Thursday
February 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreInternational dinner set for Feb. 7 and Feb. 8
February 3rd, 2003 — Tickets are on sale now for the Valparaiso University International Dinner and Talent Show on campus Feb. 7 and 8.
Read MoreStudent recital set for Feb. 9
February 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreTheatre Outreach Performances to tour for play
January 30th, 2003 —
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for Feb. 5
January 30th, 2003 —
Read MoreVOLTS members to hear visiting professor
January 30th, 2003 —
Read MoreMBA open house planned for Feb. 8
January 29th, 2003 —
Read MoreValpo graduate to speak about martyrdom
January 29th, 2003 — A 1984 Valparaiso University graduate will return to campus Feb. 6 to give the Warren Rubel Lecture.
Read MoreEnvironmental management expert to speak at VU Feb. 3
January 29th, 2003 —
Read MoreOrgan concert set for Feb. 3
January 29th, 2003 —
Read MoreSibs 'n Kids weekend begins Friday
January 28th, 2003 — Siblings of students and children of faculty members will be on campus Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 for Sibs 'n Kids weekend, an event that includes movies, a carnival-style celebration and special meals.
Read MoreSymphony concert to feature contest winners
January 28th, 2003 — Winners of the Student Concerto Competition will perform with the Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra Feb. 8 in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus.
Read MoreDeath penalty debate set for Feb. 5
January 27th, 2003 —
Read MoreBooks and Coffee discussion focuses on Collins' book
January 27th, 2003 —
Read MoreParticipants in Scholarship Symposium announced
January 24th, 2003 — Three Valparaiso University students will present papers at a Christ College Student Scholarship Symposium Thursday, Jan. 30.
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
January 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreLeadership conference set for Jan. 31
January 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreFaculty recital set for Feb. 2
January 24th, 2003 —
Read MoreChinese painting course set to begin Jan. 29
January 23rd, 2003 —
Read MoreReconciliation conference set for Jan. 31
January 23rd, 2003 — Religious leaders and students from throughout Northwest Indiana will be at Valparaiso University Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 for a reconciliation conference.
Read MoreGerman coffee hour set for Jan. 29
January 22nd, 2003 —
Read MoreTwo former VU employees to speak to VOLTS
January 22nd, 2003 —
Read MoreLaw professor to review book on SUVs
January 21st, 2003 —
Read MoreDali, Greenfield exhibitions open Jan. 24
January 20th, 2003 — Valparaiso University's Brauer Museum of Art will mark the opening of two exhibitions with a reception at 7 p.m. Jan. 24.
Read MoreFormer Lilly Fellow to speak on campus
January 20th, 2003 — A former Valparaiso University Lilly Fellow will return to campus Jan. 23 to discuss her book.
Read MoreMLK Day events include convocation, focus groups
January 16th, 2003 —
Read MoreCount Basie Orchestra to headline VU Jazz Fest
January 16th, 2003 — The world-famous Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Grover Mitchell and featuring percussionist Butch Miles will headline Valparaiso University's 18th annual Jazz Fest April 7-12.
Read MoreWinter symposium series begins with honors college history
January 10th, 2003 — Dr. Richard Lee, professor emeritus in Christ College, will open the winter Christ College Symposium series Jan. 16 with a talk about the history of the honors college.
Read MoreProfessor named MLK Award winner
January 9th, 2003 — Dr. Bill Marion has been named recipient of the Martin Luther King Jr. Award at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreChorale releases fourth compact disc
January 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreVU students to perform recitals
January 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreCresset subscriptions now available
January 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreBrass ensemble showcase set for Jan. 19
January 7th, 2003 —
Read MoreDali, Greenfield exhibitions open Jan. 24
January 6th, 2003 — Exhibitions of etchings by one of the premier surrealists and photography by an internationally known photographer open Jan. 24 at Valparaiso University's Brauer Museum of Art.
Read MoreMinnesota student wins Donnelley essay prize
January 6th, 2003 —
Read MoreVolts season begins with current events discussion
January 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreEnglish professor opens Books and Coffee series
January 3rd, 2003 — Valparaiso University Professor of English Dr. Edward Uehling will open the University's annual Books and Coffee series Jan. 9 with a review of Tim O'Brien's book "July, July."
Read MoreFaculty recital set for Jan. 12
January 3rd, 2003 —
Read MoreBuilding project gets $15 million boost
December 23rd, 2002 — A $15 million gift to Valparaiso University will support construction of the Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources.
Read MorePromise Keepers executive to speak on MLK Day
December 20th, 2002 — A Chicago pastor who is an executive of Promise Keepers, a men's Christian organization, will be the opening convocation speaker for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day program Jan. 20 on campus.
Read MoreVU professor re-elected to three-year term on board
December 16th, 2002 — The chair of Valpo's Department of Music was re-elected to the Board of Directors of the National Associaton of Schools of Music.
Read MoreBrauer Museum O'Keeffe painting in Fort Wayne exhibition
December 13th, 2002 — A Georgia O'Keeffe painting that is part of the permanent collection of Valparaiso University's Brauer Museum of Art is now on display at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art.
Read MoreVU Symphony to perform in Chicago church
December 13th, 2002 —
Read MoreVU Symphony to perform in Chicago church
December 12th, 2002 — The Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago.
Read MoreChristmas concert to air on radio
December 11th, 2002 — The Valparaiso University Christmas Concert at Symphony Center in Chicago will be aired on Chicago radio station WFMT (98.7) at 8 p.m. Dec. 23.
Read MoreCommunity, university members to participate in Vespers
December 10th, 2002 — Valparaiso University and community members will join together to celebrate Advent-Christmas Vespers at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. services Dec. 13 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreCommencement set for Dec. 15
December 9th, 2002 — Nearly 200 graduates will be honored during Valparaiso University's mid-year commencement service set for Sunday, Dec. 15.
Read MorePhotography students to display works
December 9th, 2002 —
Read MoreVU students to serve community schools
December 6th, 2002 —
Read MoreTwo to be awarded honorary degrees
December 6th, 2002 — A former chair of Valparaiso University's Board of Directors and a Harvard University music professor will be awarded honorary degrees during the University's commencement ceremonies Dec. 15.
Read MoreFormer U.S. Ambassador named commencement speaker
December 4th, 2002 — VU alumnus Richard D. Kauzlarich, director of the U.S. Institute of Peace's Special Initiative on the Muslim World, is the featured speaker at the mid-year commencement ceremony Dec. 15.
Read MoreVOLTS to tour Natural Ovens
December 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreChapel Christmas Concert sold out
December 3rd, 2002 — Tickets for the Valparaiso University Christmas Concert at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus are sold out.
Read MoreOpen House set for Dec. 13
December 2nd, 2002 —
Read MoreEmeritus professor honored for book
November 28th, 2002 — Dr. Richard Baepler, emeritus professor of theology and law at Valparaiso University, has been honored for the book he wrote about the history of the University.
Read MoreEmeritus professor honored for book
November 28th, 2002 — Dr. Richard Baepler, emeritus professor of theology and law at Valparaiso University, has been honored for the book he wrote about the history of the University.
Read MoreUniversity to host Visit Day Dec. 7
November 27th, 2002 — More than 250 people will be on the Valparaiso University campus Dec. 7 for a Discover Valpo open house for high school students and their parents.
Read MoreChristmas Concert tickets nearly sold out
November 26th, 2002 — Only a handful of tickets remain for the Valparaiso University Christmas Concert Dec. 7 in the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus.
Read MoreActing-Directing showcase set for Dec. 7
November 25th, 2002 —
Read MoreOpen house set for Dec. 6
November 25th, 2002 —
Read MoreHandbell concert set for Dec. 14
November 25th, 2002 —
Read MoreRegistration underway for grad classes, adult scholars
November 22nd, 2002 —
Read MoreJulefest concert set for Dec.9-10
November 22nd, 2002 —
Read MoreBood drive set for Dec. 3
November 21st, 2002 —
Read MoreFirst MBA class enrollment exceeds expectations
November 20th, 2002 — The size of the initial class of students enrolling in the new graduate-level master's of business administration program has exceeded expectations, according to the program's director.
Read MoreTravel agent to visit VOLTS
November 20th, 2002 —
Read MoreLiberal arts business minor available during summer sessions
November 19th, 2002 — Valparaiso University has introduced a program that provides students the opportunity to complete all requirements for an academic minor in business during the summer.
Read MoreVU to offer healthcare travel fellowships
November 18th, 2002 — tudents in Valparaiso University's honors college have a new opportunity to pursue a spring fellowship to Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
Read MoreVU librarian authors Valparaiso history book
November 18th, 2002 — A recent Valparaiso University graduate has authored a book about the city of Valparaiso.
Read MoreAssured seating cards available for Vespers
November 15th, 2002 — Assured seating cards are now available without charge for the annual Advent Christmas Vespers services at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreBrauer Museum to close during Thanksgiving week
November 15th, 2002 —
Read MoreNew director of Cambridge program named
November 13th, 2002 — Valparaiso University has named a new director for its study abroad program in Cambridge, England, beginning in 2003.
Read MoreVOLTS to discuss medieval England
November 12th, 2002 —
Read MoreGallery talk set for Nov. 20
November 11th, 2002 — The director of Valparaiso University's Brauer Museum of Art will give a gallery talk Nov. 20 in the museum.
Read MoreTalk about 'Die Fledermaus' set for Nov. 12
November 8th, 2002 —
Read MoreJazz Lab Band concert Nov. 21
November 6th, 2002 —
Read MoreUniversity to host Visit Day Saturday
November 6th, 2002 —
Read MoreFreshmen prepare for production
November 5th, 2002 — Freshmen in the honors college are putting the final touches on "Sprung," this year's original musical that will be performed Nov. 14-16 on campus.
Read MoreNew York City firefighters to speak about Sept. 11
November 4th, 2002 — Two New York City firemen who were trapped in the North Tower of the World Trade Center when it fell Sept. 11 will be at Valparaiso University Nov. 20 to speak about the experience.
Read MoreJudges to visit VU to judge moot court competition
November 4th, 2002 — Three federal judges will be on the Valparaiso University campus Nov. 13 to judge the final round of the Luther M. Swygert Memorial Moot Court Competition.
Read MoreFaculty recital set for Nov. 10
November 1st, 2002 —
Read MoreMBA open house planned
October 30th, 2002 —
Read MoreOpen house set for Nov. 8
October 30th, 2002 —
Read MoreReligion symposium set for weekend
October 30th, 2002 —
Read MoreStudents to present papers at symposium series
October 30th, 2002 — Two Valparaiso University students will present papers Nov. 7 as part of the Christ College Symposium series.
Read MorePublic auction set for Nov. 9
October 29th, 2002 —
Read MoreProfessor to speak about archaeology in Mexico
October 29th, 2002 — A visiting professor will be at Valparaiso University Nov. 7 to discuss archaeological investigations in Mexico.
Read MorePeace and Justice symposium set for Nov. 9
October 29th, 2002 — A Peace & Justice Symposium designed by Valparaiso University's Office of Multicultural Programs to promote education, enlightenment and empowerment, will be Nov. 9 at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreUniversity students to stage 'Die Fledermaus'
October 29th, 2002 — Valparaiso University music and theatre students will stage a production of "Die Fledermaus," one of the most popular operettas of all time, Nov. 7-17.
Read MoreVisiting professor to talk about Confucius
October 28th, 2002 —
Read MoreTeaching program to hold information session
October 28th, 2002 —
Read MoreAirmen, 'Moonstruck' topic of VOLTS discussions
October 28th, 2002 —
Read MoreVOLTS members to discuss "Die Fledermaus"
October 25th, 2002 —
Read MoreTwo bands to perform on campus Family Weekend
October 24th, 2002 — Two Valparaiso University bands will perform on campus in separate concerts Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 as part of Family Weekend on campus.
Read MoreService learning workshop set for Nov. 8
October 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreSymposium to discuss vocation set for Oct. 31
October 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreOpen house set for Nov. 1
October 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreNew Christmas ornament available
October 22nd, 2002 — A Christmas ornament featuring a familiar Valparaiso University logo is now on sale.
Read MoreFamily weekend set for Nov. 1-3
October 22nd, 2002 — Family members of Valparaiso University students will be on campus Nov. 1-3 to attend classes, workshops, sporting events and concerts as part of Family Weekend activities.
Read MoreFilm festival set for Halloween week
October 22nd, 2002 —
Read MoreNew pastels, photographs acquired by Brauer Museum
October 21st, 2002 —
Read MoreArredondo to be honored at dinner
October 21st, 2002 —
Read MoreRecital set for Oct. 26
October 21st, 2002 —
Read MorePoetry review magazine published
October 18th, 2002 —
Read MoreReformation Vespers set for Oct. 27
October 18th, 2002 —
Read MoreLecture set for Nov. 5
October 18th, 2002 —
Read MoreSymposium to discuss dilemmas of organization and leadership
October 16th, 2002 —
Read MoreHobart student wins 'Realizing the Dream' award
October 15th, 2002 —
Read MoreVU to celebrate West Coast Homecoming
October 14th, 2002 — Alumni and friends of VU will gather in San Diego Oct. 25-27 for a West Coast Homecoming Celebration.
Read MoreBook discussion set for Oct. 25
October 14th, 2002 —
Read MoreWorks from the permanent collection to be exhibited
October 14th, 2002 — Works from the permanent collection of Valparaiso University's Brauer Museum of Art will be on display in the main gallery beginning Oct. 25 and running through Jan. 12.
Read MoreChorale concert set for Oct. 25
October 11th, 2002 — A composition written by a Valpo student will be performed at an Oct. 25 concert of the Valparaiso University Chorale.
Read MoreVisiting professor to talk about laws of war Oct. 24
October 11th, 2002 —
Read MoreViola concert set for Oct. 21
October 9th, 2002 —
Read MoreProfessor to speak about nine-state tour
October 8th, 2002 — Walter Wangerin will provide reflections on his nine-week tour of the Midwest in support of Lutheran Vespers at a public presentation Oct. 21 on campus.
Read MoreStorm water management seminar set for Oct. 18
October 7th, 2002 —
Read MoreNine to receive awards from Alumni Association
October 4th, 2002 —
Read MoreCriminal justice conference set for Oct. 17
October 4th, 2002 —
Read MoreProspective students to visit campus
October 4th, 2002 —
Read MoreArredondo to be honored at dinner
October 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreHomecoming activities Build On Tradition
October 3rd, 2002 — Some new events combine with some annual favorites as part of Valparaiso University's 2002 Homecoming activities Oct. 11-13.
Read MoreHomecoming concert set for Oct. 12
October 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
October 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreVU to host administrative workshop
October 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreVU Symphony to perform in Chicago church
October 2nd, 2002 —
Read MoreAlumni to discuss life after college
October 2nd, 2002 —
Read MoreNursing Learning Center open house set for Oct. 10
October 1st, 2002 — An interactive patient simulator is among the new equipment that will be demonstrated at an open house Oct. 10 for College of Nursing's new, state-of-the-art Virtual Nursing Learning Center.
Read MoreVU to host Lilly Fellow Program national conference
September 30th, 2002 — Representatives from 70 church-related colleges and universities will gather Oct. 18-20 for the 12th annual national conference of the Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts.
Read MoreUniversity Community Band to perform
September 30th, 2002 —
Read MoreFormer prisoners in Afghanistan to visit campus
September 30th, 2002 — Two young women, whose humanitarian work in Afghanistan led to their imprisonment and concern for their safety following the events of Sept. 11, 2001, will vist campus to discuss their experiences.
Read MoreProfessor to discuss Chinese novelists
September 27th, 2002 —
Read MoreSoul Purpose to perform around Midwest
September 27th, 2002 —
Read MoreProgram focuses on VU Theatre presentation
September 27th, 2002 —
Read MorePost-baccalaureate opportunities subject of talk
September 26th, 2002 —
Read MoreEssay by Dr. Harre included in book
September 25th, 2002 —
Read MoreMuseum to exhibit new works
September 24th, 2002 —
Read MoreString Day set for Sept. 28
September 24th, 2002 — World-renowned violinist Rachel Barton will teach violin classes and perform Sept. 28 as part of String Day sponsored by the American String Teachers Association and hosted by Valparaiso University.
Read MoreSeegers lecture to focus on cloning
September 24th, 2002 — A biotechnology legal expert from the Chicago-Kent College of Law will deliver the 18th annual Edward A. Seegers Lecture Oct. 3 at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreBritish writer subject of show
September 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreFaculty Jazz Trio to perform at dinner
September 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreGuild convention set for Sept. 27
September 23rd, 2002 — Valparaiso University Guild members from around the country will be on campus Sept. 27-29 for the 71st annual Guild convention.
Read MoreLake County prosecutor to speak Sept. 30
September 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreFamily values comedy set for Homecoming weekend
September 23rd, 2002 —
Read MoreFaculty member to give recital
September 20th, 2002 —
Read MoreMaya Angelou tickets sold out
September 20th, 2002 — Tickets for an Oct. 13 talk by award-winning poet and activist Maya Angelou at Valparaiso University are sold out.
Read MoreLecture set on Women in Manhattan Project
September 19th, 2002 —
Read MoreFaculty recital set for Sept. 29
September 19th, 2002 —
Read MoreStrauss lecture set for Sept. 26
September 18th, 2002 —
Read MoreChrist College faculty members to speak at Symposium
September 18th, 2002 —
Read MoreArchaeology lecture set for Sept. 25
September 17th, 2002 — A visiting scholar will give a lecture on Roman architecture in Germany as the first program in the fall lecture series at Valparaiso University sponsored by the Archaeological Institute of America.
Read MoreFaculty member to give recital
September 17th, 2002 —
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
September 17th, 2002 —
Read MoreBrauer Museum of Art director to give talk
September 17th, 2002 —
Read MoreVOLTS science program set for Sept. 23
September 17th, 2002 —
Read MoreFraternity honored for commitment to personal safety
September 17th, 2002 — The VU chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon has been designated a SAAFE House as part of a University program to promote personal safety.
Read MoreMemorial service for Dr. Falkenstein set for Wednesday
September 16th, 2002 — A memorial service for the late Dr. Henning Falkenstein, professor of foreign languages and literatures at Valparaiso University, will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreFaculty recitals set for Sept. 22 & 23
September 16th, 2002 —
Read MoreValpo again tops in magazine rankings
September 13th, 2002 — Valparaiso University remains the top-ranked Midwestern master's-level college and university in the annual rankings prepared by U.S. News & World Report magazine.
Read MoreBlood drive set for Sept. 18
September 13th, 2002 —
Read MoreNative American festival set for Sept. 21
September 13th, 2002 —
Read MoreWangerin to resume tour
September 13th, 2002 —
Read MoreVU student to get nationally televised talk show
September 13th, 2002 — Freshman Michael Essany will begin production next month on a weekly television series that will begin airing in December on the E! Entertainment Television cable television network.
Read MoreChinese painting class offered
September 12th, 2002 —
Read MoreAuthor to speak at VU
September 11th, 2002 — A Valparaiso University graduate will read from her book at the Sept. 19 Symposium presented by Christ College, VU's honors college.
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
September 10th, 2002 —
Read MoreEnrollment highest in four years
September 10th, 2002 — Fall enrollment at Valparaiso University is the highest in four years and the second highest in more than a decade, according to figures released by the Office of the Registrar.
Read MoreWangerin injured on bike ride
September 9th, 2002 —
Read MoreHispanic Heritage Dinner set for Sept. 14
September 6th, 2002 — A Chicago-based photographer will be the featured speaker at a Sept. 14 Hispanic Heritage dinner and celebration at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreLaw Clinic accepting new cases
September 6th, 2002 —
Read MoreMaya Angelou to visit Valparaiso University
September 6th, 2002 — Award-winning poet and activist Maya Angelou will speak at Valparaiso University Oct. 13 as part of the university's homecoming weekend festivities.
Read MoreArtists to speak Sept. 18 on campus
September 5th, 2002 —
Read MoreFormer German legislator to speak Sept. 9
September 4th, 2002 — A former member of Germany's parliament will speak Sept. 9 on the campus of Valparaiso University about German-American relations since Sept. 11.
Read MoreGraduate to talk about Christ College experience
September 4th, 2002 —
Read MoreUniversity events mark 9/11 anniversary
September 4th, 2002 — Members of the Valparaiso University community will read the names of all of the Sept. 11 victims beginning at 9:06 a.m. Wednesday to mark the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
Read MoreMany employers expected for Career Fair
September 4th, 2002 —
Read MoreTickets for German choir performance now on sale
September 3rd, 2002 — Tickets for a Sept. 17 concert at Valparaiso University featuring a choir from Dresden, Germany, are now on sale at the Center for the Arts box office on campus.
Read MoreChina expert to speak on financial system
September 3rd, 2002 —
Read MoreEvents planned to remember Sept. 11
August 30th, 2002 — Several events have been planned at Valparaiso University Sept. 11 to commemorate the anniversary of last year's terrorist attacks.
Read MoreChapel to consecrate new cross on Sunday
August 29th, 2002 — A new cross to be used in formal processions as part of ceremonies at Valparaiso University will be consecrated Sunday, Sept. 1.
Read MorePiehl to head Lilly Fellows Program
August 29th, 2002 —
Read MoreUniversity adds new faculty members
August 28th, 2002 —
Read MoreMedical career talk opens Symposium series
August 27th, 2002 —
Read MoreArt exhibition to open Sept. 4
August 26th, 2002 — An exhibition of sculptures and paintings by an Illinois-based artist opens Sept. 4 at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreFestival of Dance set for Sept. 6
August 26th, 2002 —
Read MoreProfessor awarded grant from NASA
August 23rd, 2002 — A Valparaiso University professor has earned a grant of more than $54,000 from NASA to carry out research with the Hubble Space Telescope.
Read MoreOpening convocation set for 11 a.m. Tuesday
August 21st, 2002 — Recognition of long-time employees and the induction of a new dean are among highlights of the 74th annual Opening Convocation, which begins at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreVU history program opens VOLTS season
August 20th, 2002 —
Read MoreTwo advanced-level counseling courses available
August 16th, 2002 —
Read MoreTwo former engineering deans granted emeritus status
August 15th, 2002 — Two men who contributed long and meritorious service to Valparaiso University have been granted emeritus status by the Valparaiso University Board of Directors.
Read MoreWelcome Week to mark start of academic year
August 12th, 2002 —
Read MoreTickets for German choir performance on sale Sept. 2
August 8th, 2002 — Tickets for the Sept. 17 concert at Valparaiso University featuring a choir from Dresden, Germany, go on sale Sept. 2 at the Center for the Arts box office on campus.
Read MoreFormer German legislator on campus for three weeks
August 7th, 2002 — A former member of Germany's parliament will spend three weeks at Valparaiso University this fall.
Read MoreRegistration underway for grad classes, adult scholars
August 6th, 2002 — Registration for fall semester classes in Valparaiso University's Graduate Division and College of Adult Scholars is under way.
Read MoreObservatory plans open house
August 5th, 2002 —
Read MoreBrauer Museum given grant
August 5th, 2002 —
Read MoreOrganizational management certificate offered
August 2nd, 2002 — Students enrolled in the College of Adult Scholars at Valparaiso University now have the opportunity to pursue a certificate in organizational management.
Read MoreProfessor to bike across Midwest
August 2nd, 2002 — A professor is in the final days of preparation for a bicycle ride that will take him more than 2,600 miles in support of the Lutheran Vespers radio ministry.
Read MoreEmeritus professor publishes book on Finnish humor
July 31st, 2002 —
Read MoreBook published after professors' death
July 30th, 2002 — A book by a Valparaiso University professor has been published five years after his death.
Read MoreLaw professor wins distinguished teaching award
July 29th, 2002 —
Read MoreUniversity named one of country's most interesting colleges
July 26th, 2002 — VU is one of the country's most interesting colleges based on research for a recently released book.
Read MoreUniversity professor edits book
July 26th, 2002 —
Read MoreArea students participate in Shakespeare workshop
July 25th, 2002 — Forty-seven students from Northwest Indiana are preparing for August performances of "Macbeth" as part of the 26th annual Young Actors Shakespeare Workshop at Valparaiso University.
Read MoreProfessor named Lilly Senior Fellow
July 24th, 2002 — Dr. Meredith "Buzz" Berg, professor of history, has been named senior fellow in the Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts at Valparaiso University for the 2002-03 academic year.
Read MoreBrauer Museum of Art season opens with Chicago exhibition
July 19th, 2002 — An exhibition of work by Chicago-area artists is the first of several exhibitions to be displayed at VU's Brauer Museum of Art during the 2002-03 academic year.
Read MoreAid Association for Lutherans/Lutheran Brotherhood gives gift to VU
July 16th, 2002 — Aid Association for Lutherans/Lutheran Brotherhood recently donated $35,717 to Valparaiso University through its Member Gift-Matching Program.
Read MoreFour new faculty members hired
July 12th, 2002 — Four new faculty members have been hired at Valparaiso University to teach in geography and meteorology, music, philosophy and history.
Read MoreFour join faculty
July 11th, 2002 — Educators who attended universities in China and Hungary are among four new faculty members.
Read MoreGolf outing planned in Michigan
July 10th, 2002 — A two-day golf outing in Frankenmuth, Mich., will benefit the Valparaiso University athletics program.
Read MoreGerman choir to visit VU
July 10th, 2002 — A choir from Dresden, Germany, that had been scheduled to perform at Valparaiso University shortly after the September terrorist attacks has rescheduled their performance for the fall.
Read MoreVU starts Illinois Neighbor Grant program
July 2nd, 2002 — Valparaiso University will offer a new grant program to residents of Illinois beginning with new students enrolling in the fall of 2003.
Read MoreVU given sexual assault prevention award
July 2nd, 2002 —
Read MoreUniversity hosts math and science camp for teachers
July 1st, 2002 — About two dozen teachers from around the area will be on campus to participate in a week-long conference beginning July 8.
Read MoreVU hires four new faculty members
July 1st, 2002 — Valparaiso University has announced the hiring of four new faculty members.
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