- 2004 - 2005 Academic Year News Release Archive
Long summer nights the norm for student researchers
June 30th, 2005 — This summer, three undergraduate physics and astronomy students are continuing astronomy research that's been conducted at Valpo's Observatory for more than a decade.
Read MoreMusic professor wins alumni teaching award
June 29th, 2005 — Dr. Jeff Doebler, director of bands and music education, has won the Valpo Alumni Association's Distinguished Teaching Award in recognition of his committment to excellence in teaching.
Read MoreUniversity welcomes three new faculty
June 28th, 2005 — New faculty who begin teaching in the fall include an advanced materials engineer, a professor who has done research in X-ray physics and a writer of creative non-fiction.
Read MoreTobacco coalition sponsors Nicotine Anonymous
June 27th, 2005 — A tobacco education organization based at Valpo is sponsoring a new support group for people who want to stop using tobacco products.
Read MoreDenver Summer Send-off set for July 30
June 27th, 2005 — Alumni and current and incoming students from the Denver metropolitan area are invited to a Valpo Summer Send-off that includes a barbecue and Rockies game.
Read MoreSummer Send-off planned in Orange County
June 24th, 2005 — Valpo alumni and current and incoming students from Southern California are invited to a July 24 picnic in the O.C.
Read MoreAssociate degree students take the stage
June 23rd, 2005 — Twenty non-traditional students in a Valpo associate degree program are getting a chance to explore the power of theatre this summer.
Read MoreProfessor makes musical journey to China
June 23rd, 2005 — Valpo's Dr. Jeff Doebler, director of bands and music education, spent nine days conducting music clinics, giving lectures and exploring future University connections with China.
Read MoreIndianapolis picnic, baseball game set for July 24
June 22nd, 2005 — Valpo alumni and current and incoming students from the Indianapolis area are invited to a Valpo Summer Sendoff picnic and baseball game at Victory Field.
Read MoreSarbanes-Oxley boosting pay of internal auditors
June 21st, 2005 — An annual survey of accountant salaries performed by two Valpo business professors also shows a narrowing of the gender gap in pay.
Read MoreUniversity makes new staff appointments
June 21st, 2005 — Valpo recently welcomed new staff in the School of Law and Electronic Information Services.
Read MoreHoosier stories told in exhibit at Christopher Center
June 20th, 2005 — The photographic exhibition "Tell Me A Story," previously showcased at the Indiana Historical Society, is on display at Valpo's Christopher Center through July 19.
Read MoreFour to join faculty in the fall
June 17th, 2005 — Joining Valpo's faculty will be a professor of French who has studied France's culinary history, as well as faculty who will teach in mathematics, meteorology and anthropology.
Read MoreAlumni, students invited to Summer Send-Off in New England
June 17th, 2005 — A Summer Send-off Potluck Picnic will be held July 16 in Rhode Island.
Read MoreScience teachers attend summer workshops
June 17th, 2005 — More than three dozen elementary teachers will pick through human and animal bones, conduct weather experiments and study the ecology of the Indiana Dunes during a Valpo summer workshop.
Read MoreSummer concert series continues June 21-22
June 16th, 2005 — Valpo's University/Community Band will perform free concerts June 21 and 22 in Porter and Valparaiso.
Read MoreFaculty leading mathematics research program
June 16th, 2005 — This summer Valpo faculty are leading a new undergraduate mathematics research program, funded by the National Science Foundation, that is exploring topics such as urban traffic congestion.
Read MoreLilly Fellows to join faculty
June 15th, 2005 — Three Lilly Fellows will join Valpo's faculty this fall and teach in both Christ College and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Read MoreOmaha alumni, students invited to send-off
June 15th, 2005 — A picnic for Valpo alumni and current and incoming students from the Omaha area will be held July 16.
Read MoreUniversity/Community Band opens summer series June 17
June 14th, 2005 — Valpo's University/Community Band will perform at Chesterton's Centennial Park to kick off its summer series of free concerts.
Read MoreMath teachers headed to summer school
June 14th, 2005 — Nearly 50 Northwest Indiana teachers will learn how to get children excited about math during Valpo's Leadership Program in Discrete Mathematics this summer.
Read MoreEngineering professor honored for service
June 13th, 2005 — Valpo engineering professor Dr. John Steffen has won the Dedicated Service Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Read MoreNew editor of literary journal named
June 13th, 2005 — Dr. James Old, a scholar of religion and American politics, will take over the editor's position of The Cresset effective July 1.
Read MoreFort Wayne summer send-off set for July 16
June 10th, 2005 — Valpo alumni and current and incoming students are invited to attend a picnic and baseball game.
Read MoreStudent wins mechanical engineering award
June 9th, 2005 — Valpo senior Jason Hallman of Rockford, Ill., won a Foundation Scholarship from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Read MoreSummer picnic planned for Twin Cities area students, alumni
June 8th, 2005 — Valpo alumni, current and incoming students and their families are invited to a July 11 picnic at Lake Harriet Park in Minneapolis.
Read MoreStudents selected for legal fellowships
June 8th, 2005 — Five law incoming law students have been chosen for prestigious legal education fellowships sponsored by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Read MoreRegistration underway for second summer session
June 7th, 2005 — A wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses will be offered by Valpo during Summer Session II, which runs June 27 through August 5.
Read MoreSummer retreat to draw Lutheran youth
June 7th, 2005 — Valpo's annual Light in Thy Light retreat for Lutheran youth will be held June 26 to 28 and feature Rev. John Nunes, a noted author and inner-city pastor.
Read MoreIncoming feshmen named Lutheran Leaders
June 6th, 2005 — Two freshmen who have demonstrated exemplary church leadership and service to others have been selected to participate in Valpo's prestigious Lutheran Leader Intern Program.
Read MoreValpo professors named resident scholars
June 6th, 2005 — Dr. Mark Schwehn and Dr. Dorothy Bass have received appointments as 2005-2006 Resident Scholars at the Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research.
Read MoreStudent among winners of international business competition
June 3rd, 2005 — Freshman Brandon Springer led a team that took third place in an international business competition sponsored by Delta Epsilon Chi.
Read MoreBrauer Museum to host gallery talk
June 2nd, 2005 — Gregg Hertzlieb, director of Valpo's Brauer Museum, will discuss an exhibition of artwork by David Sander at a June 15 gallery talk.
Read MoreLaw commencement speech to be broadcast on C-SPAN
June 1st, 2005 — Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels' address to Valpo's law graduates will be broadcast this Saturday, June 4, on C-SPAN.
Read MoreStudents return from service mission in Africa
June 1st, 2005 — A team of 14 Valpo students in Engineers Without Borders has returned from a two-week trip to Kenya, where they expanded a water system for a drought-stricken village.
Read MoreScholarships available for master's nursing students
May 31st, 2005 — Nurses looking to earn a master's degree are eligible for Valpo's Gerke Fellowships by including parish nursing into their studies.
Read MoreIncoming freshmen to attend summer orientation
May 26th, 2005 — Hundreds of incoming freshmen will visit Valpo beginning this Friday to familiarize themselves with campus, meet their professors and register for classes.
Read MoreValpo Club of Indianapolis to host gatherings
May 25th, 2005 — Alumni and friends of Valpo living in the Indianapolis area are invited to gather the third Thursday of each month at Claddagh Irish Pub.
Read MoreChina Center site of summer study
May 25th, 2005 — A Valpo finance professor and several business students are among those studying at Valpo's China Center this summer.
Read MoreDrama troupe invited to Holden Village
May 25th, 2005 — Valpo's liturgical drama troupe Soul Purpose will serve as the artistic ensemble-in-residence at Holden Village, a Christian retreat in Washington, during June.
Read MoreGrant writing seminar scheduled for June
May 23rd, 2005 — A course on developing successful grant proposals will be offered by Valpo's Office of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education June 20-24.
Read MoreStudent to visit Romanian orphanages
May 23rd, 2005 — Valpo sophomore Linda Davis of Richardson, Texas, will embark on a 17-day mission trip with Humanity United in Giving Internationally later this month.
Read MoreNumerous events planned for summer
May 20th, 2005 — Sports clinics, religion conferences and music camps are among the many events that will draw hundreds of visitors to Valpo's campus this summer
Read MoreUniversity honored for putting Porter County on the map
May 18th, 2005 — Valpo has been honored by a consortium of Northwest Indiana visitor bureaus for helping to focus public attention on Porter County.
Read MoreNursing college collaborates with Visiting Nurses
May 18th, 2005 — Valpo's College of Nursing is partnering with the Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County in offering workshops on monitoring congestive heart failure patients.
Read MoreNursing management certificate offered
May 17th, 2005 — Valpo's College of Nursing will begin offering a management certificate in nursing this fall to help serve nurses interested in enhancing their management skills.
Read MoreChapel services shift to summer schedule
May 17th, 2005 — Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection will hold services at 8:30 a.m. each Sunday during the summer months.
Read MoreBabysitting course offered by College of Nursing
May 17th, 2005 — Valpo nursing faculty will teach a babysitting safety education course on June 13.
Read MoreNursing professor honored for teaching excellence
May 16th, 2005 — Dr. Terry Kessler, professor of nursing and director of undergraduate research, has won Valpo's Caterpillar Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Read MoreProfessor honored for architecture book
May 13th, 2005 — Dr. Gretchen Buggeln's book "Temples of Grace" has won the 2005 Abbott Lowell Cummings Prize for the year's most outstanding book about North American vernacular architecture.
Read MoreThree faculty granted emeritus status
May 12th, 2005 — Professors Dr. Sandra Kowalski, Dr. Mary Treanor and Lou Jeanne Walton have been awarded emeritus status by Valpo's Board of Directors.
Read MoreSummer study program takes students to China
May 11th, 2005 — Thirty-five Valpo students will travel to the University's China Study Center this month to study and participate in internships for five weeks.
Read MoreFraternities, sororities volunteer time, raise money
May 11th, 2005 — Valpo's Greek organizations continued their long tradition of service to the community during the spring semester, collectively performing nearly seven years worth of service.
Read MoreStudents explore calling to international service
May 11th, 2005 — Students interested in working overseas are spending three weeks in Ecuador for a course during which they are meeting with American professionals living abroad.
Read MoreStudents win Fulbright awards for international study
May 10th, 2005 — Two Valpo students were chosen to receive prestigious Fulbright Scholarships to study and teach overseas, with a third student selected as an alternate.
Read MoreStudents return to Africa for engineering project
May 10th, 2005 — Students in Valpo's chapter of Engineers Without Borders will return to Africa later this month to continue their work in a drought-stricken village.
Read MoreWomen open play Friday in NCAA tennis championships
May 9th, 2005 — Valpo faces Northwestern Univeristy Friday in the opening round of the NCAA women's tennis championships.
Read MoreSenior music students to perform in honors recital
May 6th, 2005 — Valpo students selected by music faculty for senior performance honors will be featured at a May 14 recital.
Read MoreGovernor to speak at law school commencement
May 5th, 2005 — Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels will speak at May 21 commencement ceremonies for graduates of Valpo's School of Law.
Read MoreGrants offered to nurses who become teachers
May 5th, 2005 — The Nurse Faculty Loan Program at Valpo aims to ease the national shortage of nursing educators.
Read MoreConcert Band to perform summer concerts
May 4th, 2005 — Valpo's Community/University Concert Band will perform five concerts in Northwest Indiana this summer.
Read MoreEngineering students win national scholarships
May 4th, 2005 — Two Valpo engineering students have been named Tau Beta Pi Scholars for their exemplary scholarship, campus leadership and service.
Read MoreTheatre professor to discuss play
May 3rd, 2005 — Dr. John Steven Paul will discuss Tennessee Williams' "Cat On a Hot Tin Roof" prior to a May 26 performance at Chicago Street Theatre in Valparaiso.
Read MoreUniversity journal honored for excellence
May 2nd, 2005 — The Cresset has earned several awards for excellence in journalism in the Associated Church Press' "Best of the Christian Press" competition.
Read MoreScholarship supports pediatric nursing
May 2nd, 2005 — The Spanopoulos Memorial Scholarship has supported 15 nursing students at Valpo who were interested in caring for children.
Read MoreSummer exhibit to feature works of Chesterton artist
April 29th, 2005 — Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art will host an exhibition of works by expressionist artist David Sander beginning May 13.
Read MoreCinco de Mayo dinner to feature music, dance
April 29th, 2005 — The founder of the Mexican Cultural and Educational Institute of Chicago will be the featured speaker at Valpo's Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 7.
Read MoreSpace entrepreneur to speak at commencement
April 27th, 2005 — Dr. Peter Diamandis, an advocate of commercial space travel and chairman of the X Prize Foundation, will speak at Valpo's commencement ceremonies this Sunday for undergraduate and graduate students.
Read MoreSummer classes to begin May 17
April 27th, 2005 — Valpo will offer courses in business, education, nursing, music, communication and more during this summer's course sessions.
Read MoreFinal observatory open house this Friday
April 26th, 2005 — Valpo's Observatory will host its final open house of the semester and give the public a chance to get a closer look at planets, star clusters and galaxies.
Read MorePerformance of 9th Symphony features noted soloists
April 25th, 2005 — Beethoven's 9th Symphony will be performed for the first time ever on Valpo's campus at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, April 30.
Read MoreStudents, faculty receive grants for research
April 25th, 2005 — More than $9,000 recently was awarded by Valpo's Committee on Creative Work and Research to support students and faculty projects.
Read MoreOrgan recital set for May 1
April 22nd, 2005 — A Valpo graduate student will perform in the Chapel of the Resurrection on May 1.
Read MoreProfessor named outstanding engineering educator
April 22nd, 2005 — Valpo professor and nanotechnology researcher Dr. Doug Tougaw has been named Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the Illinois/Indiana Section of the American Society of Engineering Education.
Read MoreLocal nurses win Student Choice Awards
April 21st, 2005 — Valpo's nursing students have selected five Northwest Indiana nurses who embody the spirit of nursing for this year's Student Choice Awards
Read MoreLaw students to hold mock nomination hearing
April 21st, 2005 — On April 25, law students will explore the controversy of federal judicial nominations during a mock hearing.
Read MoreChristopher Center wins second design award
April 20th, 2005 — Valpo's Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources has been honored by the San Francisco chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Read MoreDesign Expo to feature student engineering projects
April 20th, 2005 — The public is invited to attend Valpo's seventh annual Design Expo on April 30 and learn about student research projects and engineering principles.
Read MorePanel to discuss Sikh, Hindu children
April 19th, 2005 — A panel will discuss the religious formation of Sikh and Hindu children on April 21 as part of Valpo's Interfaith Conference.
Read MoreFuture of philanthropy to be discussed
April 19th, 2005 — Leaders of Northwest Indiana charitable groups will discuss the challenges and prospects for philanthropy in the 21st century on April 27 at Valpo.
Read MoreExhibit explores social concerns
April 18th, 2005 — "Creations of Conscience," an art exhibit organized by a Valpo master's student, explores social concerns of the past century.
Read MoreStudents to present research at national conference
April 18th, 2005 — Three Valpo students are presenting their research projects at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research this week.
Read MoreCelebration of Undergraduate Research to be held April 27
April 18th, 2005 — Nearly 50 research, scholarly and artistic projects conducted by Valpo undergraduates during the past year will be presented in this annual event at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreChamber recital series begins April 21
April 14th, 2005 — Several student ensembles will perform during three chamber music recitals to be held later this month.
Read MoreGospel Choir to perform spring concert
April 14th, 2005 — The Valpo Gospel Choir's spring concert "Bless the Lord, Oh My Soul," will take place April 19 in the University's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreCommunity band concerts scheduled for April 23
April 13th, 2005 — Valpo will host the Small High School Band Festival and Community Band Festival April 23 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreHost families needed for international students
April 13th, 2005 — Valparaiso families who would like to host an international student can contact the Interlink Language Center at Valpo.
Read MoreStudent to perform organ recital
April 13th, 2005 — Juniol Carl Bear will perform an original composition as well as works by Pachelbel and Bach.
Read MorePhotography exhibition to open
April 12th, 2005 — Valpo's Juried Student Photography Exhibition will open April 13 in the Strimbu Gallery of Photography.
Read MoreFormer church relations director honored
April 12th, 2005 — Dr. Bill Karpenko's contributions to Lutheran education have been honored by the Lutheran Education Association with its most prestigious award.
Read MoreLocal students honored for artwork
April 12th, 2005 — Several area high school students have received awards for their artwork currently displayed in Valpo's Secondary School Showcase.
Read MoreHandbell concert set for April 16
April 11th, 2005 — Valpo's Handbell Choir will perform its spring concert in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreString, wind recital set for April 17
April 11th, 2005 — A junior flautist and junior violinist will perform pieces by Vivaldi, Debussy, Bach and others.
Read MoreFinal conversation to address religion in public life
April 11th, 2005 — The last discussion in Valpo's Conversations Project, "Exploring the Church/State Divide," will take place in Wesemann Hall on campus.
Read MoreStudents to attend German theatre festival on campus
April 11th, 2005 — Valpo will host its second annual German Theatre Festival on April 19 with students from area schools performing adaptations of German fairy tales and plays.
Read MoreRecital to feature piano students
April 11th, 2005 — Several Valpo piano students will perform during an April 18 recital in the Center for the Arts on campus.
Read MoreEducation professor honored by alma mater
April 8th, 2005 — Dr. Paul Tougaw, a professor of education at Valpo, has been named one of the most outstanding alumni of the past 50 years from Eastern Illinois University.
Read MoreWeather studio ties meteorology, communication programs
April 8th, 2005 — A new weather studio is giving Valpo students interested in broadcast meteorology access to the latest tools used by television weathercasters.
Read MoreBiology Club adopts Little Kankakee River
April 8th, 2005 — Valpo biology students are expanding their efforts to clean up rivers and streams in Northwest Indiana by adopting a portion of the Little Kankakee River.
Read MoreUniversity authors to be honored April 13
April 7th, 2005 — Valpo faculty who have had their books published during the past year will be recognized April 13 in honor of National Library Week.
Read MoreAlumni club to hold wine tasting, attend ball game
April 7th, 2005 — Valpo alumni and friends living in the Houston area will gather for two events later this month.
Read MoreLecture to examine palace of ancient Greek king
April 6th, 2005 — The Palace of Nestor will be discussed during an April 14 archaeology lecture at Valpo.
Read MoreAlumni relations staff members promoted
April 6th, 2005 — To member of the Office of Alumni Relations will assume new duties.
Read MoreAlumna author to give April 14 reading
April 6th, 2005 — Science fiction novelist and 1997 graduate Stacey Kelmstein will read from her new book "The Silver Spoon" as part of Valpo's Wordfest celebration.
Read More'Schindler's List' survivor to speak April 18
April 5th, 2005 — Zev Kedem, one of 1,100 Jews saved by Oskar Schindler during World War II, will share his story of escaping the Nazi death camps during an April 18 presentation.
Read MoreBoxing the subject of Kretzmann Lecture
April 5th, 2005 — A professor of philosophy who trains amateur boxers will discuss the sweet science during an April 12 lecture at Valpo.
Read MoreChamber band to premiere Jesse Ayers piece
April 4th, 2005 — Valpo's Chamber Concert Band will give the premiere performance of "Jericho" during an April 22 concert in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreSenior to give composition recital
April 4th, 2005 — A senior music composition major will have his works for strings, percussion, woodwinds and jazz quartet performed on April 10.
Read MoreRegistration underway for Shakespeare workshop
April 4th, 2005 — Valpo's Young Actors Shakespeare Workshop will be held for the 19th summer and feature performance "Romeo and Juliet."
Read MoreQuintet to perform chamber music
April 1st, 2005 — The Barossa Quintet will perform an April 8 recital at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreStudents organize Great Lakes meteorology conference
April 1st, 2005 — Valpo's annual meteorology conference will feature a variety of experts on weather conditions in the Great Lakes region.
Read MoreStudent wins civil engineering award
April 1st, 2005 — Senior Derek Snyder's academic achievements have been recognized by the Illinois Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Read MoreNorthwest Indiana schools to participate in Jazz Fest
March 31st, 2005 — Jazz bands from 10 middle and high schools in Northwest Indiana will perform at Valparaiso University's Jazz Fest April 11-16.
Read MoreFreshman receives prestigious three-year scholarship
March 31st, 2005 — A Valpo honors students has been named one of 14 Kemper Scholars in the nation, a program that prepares students for leadership and service in the fields of administration and business.
Read MoreStudent to perform April 10 piano recital
March 31st, 2005 — Valpo senior Adam Hughes will perform works by Beethoven, Bach and others at thei April 10 recital.
Read MoreTwo exhibitions to feature student art
March 30th, 2005 — Close to 100 works of art created by Valpo's art students in the past year will be exhibited in two shows at Brauer Museum of Art beginning April 20.
Read More'Accidental Rapture' to premiere April 22
March 30th, 2005 — "Accidental Rapture," a comedy exploring social issues dividing America, will be performed over two weekends at Valpo's University Theatre.
Read MoreLecture to discuss the very cool
March 30th, 2005 — World-renowned physicist Dr. Randall Hulet will present "The Science of the Ultracold" on March 31.
Read MoreCelebration of Asian culture to be held April 2
March 30th, 2005 — Valpo's Feast from the East Dinner and Show will feature Stir-Friday Night, an Asian-American comedy troupe from Chicago.
Read MoreSupreme Court lecture explores importance of legal profession
March 29th, 2005 — Legal scholar Rennard Strickland, former president of the Association of American Law Schools, will present Valpo's Indiana Supreme Court Lecture on April 7.
Read MoreLiturgical studies concert to honor professor
March 29th, 2005 — An April 5 concert during Valpo's Institute for Liturgical Studies will honor the late Dr. David Truemper, a professor of theology at Valpo and executive director of the Institute.
Read MoreNursing students help Girl Scouts earn health badge
March 28th, 2005 — Students in the College of Nursing will help local Girl Scouts earn their health badge during an April 2 workshop.
Read MoreMuseum hosts April 6 Bach recital
March 28th, 2005 — Five students will perform music by J.S. Bach during a recital at Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art.
Read MoreEditor of Muslim newspaper to give interfaith lecture
March 28th, 2005 — The editor of the Chicago-based Muslim Journal will discuss challenges facing African-American Muslim women during an April 5 lecture at Valpo.
Read MoreMeteorology-geography center to be dedicated Saturday
March 24th, 2005 — Award-winning Chicago meteorologist Tom Skilling will be the keynote speaker at Saturday's dedication of Kallay-Christopher Hall, the new home of Valpo's Department of Geography and Meteorology.
Read MoreGraduate nursing students to present research
March 24th, 2005 — Two students will present their nursing research at the Midwest Nursing Research Society's annual research conference in April.
Read MoreStudent to perform organ recital April 2
March 24th, 2005 — Junior Heather Paisar will perform in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreSpring/summer issue of online poetry magazine available
March 24th, 2005 — The latest edition of the Valparaiso Poetry Review, featuring award-winning poet Jared Carter, is now available online.
Read MoreProfessor to discuss tsunami relief trip
March 24th, 2005 — Sri Lanka native Dr. Shirvel Stanislaus will discuss his recent trip to tsunami-ravaged areas of his homeland on March 30 in the Valpo Union.
Read MoreRecent graduate elected women engineers representative
March 22nd, 2005 — December 2004 graduate Kristine Martin has been elected Region H representative of the Society of Women Engineers.
Read MoreSenior awarded prestigious German scholarship
March 22nd, 2005 — Valpo political science major Kelly Parrish has won a German Chancellor Scholarship to study and perform research in Germany following her graduation.
Read MoreEnglish professor named finalist for poetry award
March 21st, 2005 — Dr. Catherine Tufariello's book of poems "Keeping My Name" is one of five finalists for the 2004 Los Angeles Times Book Prize in Poetry.
Read MoreRecital features faculty pianist
March 21st, 2005 — Dr. Joseph Bognar will perform works by Czech and Hungarian composers at an April 1 recital.
Read MoreHigh school art to be displayed at Brauer
March 21st, 2005 — Valpo's Brauer Museum will host the annual Secondart School Showcase, featuring art by Northwest Indiana high school students, April 2-17.
Read MoreSummer courses open to high school students
March 18th, 2005 — A variety of summer courses at Valpo are open to high school students, including classes in art, sociology and mathematics.
Read MoreProfessor to give keynote address at engineering conference
March 18th, 2005 — Dr. Carmine Polito will give the keynote address at the American Society of Electrical Engineers Illinois-Indiana Section Conference.
Read MoreProfessor honored as outstanding young engineer
March 17th, 2005 — Dr. Doug Tougaw, a leading researcher in the field of nanotechnology, has been named the runner up in the national Outstanding Young Electrical Engineering Award competition.
Read MoreHoly Week services set at Chapel
March 17th, 2005 — Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection will celebrate Holy Week with numerous services for the campus and surrounding communities.
Read MorePanel, poetry reading celebrate life of Walt Whitman
March 17th, 2005 — Valpo is sponsoring activities March 29 and 30 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the publication of Walt Whitman's influential book of poetry "Leaves of Grass."
Read MoreSocial Security subject of March 21 conversation
March 17th, 2005 — Valpo's Conversations Project will explore Social Security's future during a March 21 discussion in the Christopher Center.
Read MorePlacement rate of graduates remains high
March 16th, 2005 — Valpo's placement rate for last year's graduates topped 90 percent for the 12th consecutive year, with 96.4 percent of graduates either employed or enrolled in graduate programs.
Read MoreAuthor, TV host to give Moeller Lecture
March 16th, 2005 — Award-winning television hostess and personal finance expert Suze Orman will give the Arnold Moeller Lecture March 30 on campus.
Read MoreBach Institute to perform Palm Sunday cantata
March 16th, 2005 — Valpo's Bach Choir and faculty soloists will perform during a Passion Vespers service March 20 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreAlumnus to participate in ultimate Jeopardy tournament
March 16th, 2005 — Valpo alumnus Russ Schumacher will face the biggest Jeopardy! winners in the Ulitmate Tournament of Champions beginning this Friday.
Read MoreBach Institute to perform cantata on Palm Sunday
March 15th, 2005 — Valpo's Bach choir, faculty soloists and a guest ensemble will perform one of Bach's earliest cantata's on Palm Sunday in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreRecital features faculty violinist
March 15th, 2005 — Violinist Dr. Andrew Smith will perform modern works by American composers March 18 at the Center for the Arts on campus.
Read MoreExhibit focuses on Indiana impressionists
March 15th, 2005 — A recent gift of paintings and drawings by some of Indiana's most renowned artists will be shown for the first time at Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art beginning April 2.
Read MoreStudents explore how houses reflect cultural values
March 14th, 2005 — Students in "The American Home" this semester are studying houses in the Chicagoland area to investigate the meaning of homes in American culture.
Read MoreAward-winning reporter to discuss the environment and media
March 14th, 2005 — The senior editor of the Great Lake Radio Consortium will discuss the state of environmental news reporting March 28 at Valpo's College of Engineering.
Read MoreBeethoven's 9th Symphony to be performed April 30
March 14th, 2005 — The April 30 performance at Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection will feature nearly 300 student, faculty and community musicians.
Read MoreJazz Fest ticket sales begin March 17
March 11th, 2005 — Tickets to the 20th annual Valpo Jazz Festival, including two concerts featuring jazz pianist and award-winning radio host Marian McPartland, go on sale March 17 for the public.
Read MoreArt faculty to host April Fool's open house
March 11th, 2005 — An April 1 open house will feature the artwork of Valpo's art faculty.
Read MoreHonors college to host annual freshman debates
March 10th, 2005 — Nearly 80 freshmen will debate controversial public issues during the 19th annual Christ College Freshman Debates beginning March 29.
Read MoreChristian Women's Conference set for April 29 - May 1
March 10th, 2005 — Christian women will gather on Valpo's campus to explore and grow in their faith together during the 2005 Christian Women's Conference.
Read MoreLaw professor to discuss tort reform
March 9th, 2005 — A leading expert in First Amendment jurisprudence will present the Monsanto Lecture at Valpo's School of Law on March 31.
Read MoreStudents honored in national competition
March 9th, 2005 — Students in Valpo's Phi Kappa Psi chapter were honored extensively for their outstanding leadership, academic achievements and service in the fraternity's national scholarship competition.
Read MoreLutheran basketball tournament set for March 17-20
March 8th, 2005 — The National Lutheran Basketball Tournament of Champions will be held at Valpo March 17-20, with 64 teams from across the country scheduled to compete.
Read MoreBishop to discuss higher education and the church
March 8th, 2005 — Dr. William Willimon, a noted author and pastor, will present the Huegli Lecture on Church-Related Higher Education March 30 on campus.
Read MoreLaw school lecture to focus on underfunding of public defenders
March 4th, 2005 — The underfunding of public defender offices and its effect on clients’ representation is the topic for the annual Tabor Lecture on March 17 at the School of Law.
Read MoreNursing conference focuses on information about medications
March 4th, 2005 — The College of Nursing is sponsoring a pharmacology conference that will provide nurses with the latest information about medications for cancer, Parkinson’s disease and other disorders.
Read MoreLectures focus on opera cycle
March 2nd, 2005 — Two lectures scheduled on campus in March will explore Richard Wagner’s opera cycle “Der Ring Des Nibelungen” in advance of its performance in Chicago later this spring.
Read MoreNational association honors administrator
March 1st, 2005 — A Valparaiso University administrator has been honored by the Association of Lutheran Development Executives with its highest award for leadership and service.
Read MoreStudents volunteer during spring break
February 28th, 2005 — More than 60 Valpo students are participating in service trips to Costa Rica, Mexico, Tennessee, South Carolina and other locations during spring break.
Read MoreProfessors awarded teaching enhancement grants
February 25th, 2005 — Fourteen faculty members and library staff at Valpo have received grants to support teaching-learning activities.
Read MoreSeniors group to discuss medicine local issues
February 25th, 2005 — A Valpo seniors group will hear presentations from a medical doctor and newspaper columnist during March.
Read MoreNursing students practice caregiving in community
February 24th, 2005 — Nearly 60 Valpo students will work with children and elderly persons as part of a community nursing course during the spring semester.
Read MoreProgram for non-traditional teachers moves into Detroit
February 22nd, 2005 — Two Lutheran schools in Detroit in need of teachers are being helped by the expansion of Valpo's Lutheran Education Alliance with Parochial Schools to the city.
Read MoreStudents raise $6,000 for tsunami relief
February 22nd, 2005 — Money raised by Valpo students will be donated to Lutheran World Relief to aid in rebuilding efforts.
Read MoreCommunity invited to join Beethoven choir
February 21st, 2005 — Residents of Northwest Indiana are invited to join a mass choir that will perform Beethoven's 9th Symphony on April 30.
Read MoreAlumni, fans invited to baseball tailgate
February 21st, 2005 — Valpo will host a tailgate party prior to the men's baseball game at McKechnie Field in Bradenton, Fla.
Read MoreMBA students help local non-profit agency measure success
February 18th, 2005 — Students in Valpo's MBA program are working to find better ways for non-profit agencies to measure whether they are accomplishing their missions.
Read MoreAlumni events planned during basketball tournament
February 18th, 2005 — Events are being planned for Valpo fans in conjunction with the Mid-Continent Conference basketball tournament March 5-8 in Tulsa.
Read MoreBach recital to be held at Brauer Museum
February 18th, 2005 — The Feb. 23 Bach at the Brauer recital will feature three of Valpo's music students.
Read MoreLaw symposium looks at federal courts
February 17th, 2005 — The Feb. 21 symposium will feature two distinguished law professors and a federal magistrate.
Read MoreJunior named to All-USA Academic Team
February 17th, 2005 — Civil engineering major Rachel Husfeld is one of 20 university students from across the country to be selected for the prestigious USA Today All-USA College Academic Team.
Read MoreCommunication honor society founded
February 16th, 2005 — National communication honor society Lambda Pi Eta has founded a chapter at Valpo.
Read MoreNational security, civil liberties subject of conversation
February 16th, 2005 — A civil rights scholar, U.S. attorney and librarian will discuss national security and civil liberties Feb. 22 as part of Valpo's Conversations Project.
Read More'Anything Goes' to benefit law clinic
February 16th, 2005 — A Feb. 25 benefit for Valpo's Law Clinic will assist law students in providing free legal assistance to hundreds of Northwest Indiana residents who can't afford legal counsel.
Read MoreWorship conference to draw religious leaders
February 15th, 2005 — The president of the Lutheran World Federation will be among the religious leaders who will gather April 4-6 at Valpo to reflect upon and study the renewal of church worship.
Read MoreDivorce mediation training offered
February 15th, 2005 — A five-day seminar Feb. 27-March 3 will prepare people to serve as divorce mediators.
Read MoreWorld Relief Campaign to feed hungry children
February 14th, 2005 — Valpo's Social Action Leadership Team is raising money to address chronic malnourishment is Malawi this semester.
Read MoreBook on employee ideas named a top business book
February 14th, 2005 — "Ideas Are Free," written by business professor Dr. Dean Schroeder, has been selected as one of the top business books in 2004.
Read MoreRecital features Schubert's 'Winterreise'
February 11th, 2005 — A Feb. 20 faculty recital by bariton Ralph Klapis will include a complete performance of "Winterreise."
Read MoreProfessor receives grant to study ozone pollution
February 11th, 2005 — Research into ozone pollution by Valpo physics and astronomy professor Dr. Gary Morris could lead to new methods of reducing air pollution.
Read MoreStudents take mission trip to Central America
February 10th, 2005 — A group of 17 Valpo students will set up medical clinics in several poor communities in Nicaragua and Costa Rice during their spring break.
Read MoreStudents offer tax assistance
February 10th, 2005 — Students are participating in the IRS Volunteers in Tax Assistance program this tax season, offering help to elderly, low-income and non-English speaking taxpayers.
Read MoreConversations aim to bridge political divides
February 10th, 2005 — Valpo's Conversations Project will address issues of national security, civil liberties, Social Security and the balance between church and state this spring.
Read MoreBuilding name honors former faculty member, donors
February 10th, 2005 — A new building that houses Valpo's Department of Geography and Meteorology has been named Kallay-Christopher Hall and will be dedicated April 30.
Read MoreBrother and sister to perform recital
February 8th, 2005 — Rachel and Kenneth Easton's joint voice recital will be held Feb. 18 in the Center for the Arts on campus.
Read MoreStudent honored for environmental essay
February 8th, 2005 — A student essay about the importance of faith and environmental awareness has been selected as this year's winner of Valpo's Donnelley Prize.
Read MoreGallery talk focuses on tribal art, sculpture
February 7th, 2005 — Brauer Museum director Gregg Hertzlieb will discuss two current exhibitions during a Feb. 16 gallery talk.
Read MoreGraduate student explores international business relations
February 7th, 2005 — Graduate student Nana Frimpong of Ghana recently explored cross-cultural business negotiations.
Read MoreProfessors receive learning, travel grants
February 4th, 2005 — Fifteen Valpo professors have received grant to enhance the student learning experience on campus.
Read MoreTheatre students to perform "Riches"
February 3rd, 2005 — The annual 1-2-3-4-5 Production featuring a student director and actors will be performed Feb. 18 and 19 at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreStudent represents Indiana in string competition
February 3rd, 2005 — A Valpo junior won a state string competition and represented Indiana in the prestigious Young Artist String Competition.
Read MoreAlumni, fans to gather in Indianapolis
February 3rd, 2005 — A Valpo reception will be held Feb. 19 in Indianapolis prior to the men's basketball game against Butler.
Read MoreLecture explores morality in engineering
February 2nd, 2005 — Valpo's annual Zeile Lecture features John Staudenmaier, a scholar of the history of technology, on Feb. 10.
Read MoreRecital features Czech, Hungarian composers.
February 2nd, 2005 — Dr. Josephn Bognar will perform works by Dvorak, Janacek, Bartok, Kodaly and Liszt at a Feb. 11 recital.
Read MoreVietnam veterans art to be shown
February 2nd, 2005 — An exhibition from the National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum will be shown on campus Feb. 9 to May 15.
Read MoreDrama group teaches children to recognize sexual abuse
February 1st, 2005 — Students in Valpo's Theatre Outreach Performances troupe will perform "Little Bear" to hundreds of elementary school children this spring.
Read MoreStudents awarded research grants
February 1st, 2005 — The University has awarded grants to assist 10 students carry out research projects in engineering, psychology, political science and more.
Read MoreAward-winning author Tim O'Brien visits campus
January 31st, 2005 — The author of "The Things They Carried" will discuss writing, the wars in Vietnam and Iraq and read selections from his novel Feb. 15-17.
Read MoreStudent recognized for work at NASA
January 31st, 2005 — A Valpo junior won NASA's pretigious Co-op Special Achievement Award for her work at the space agency during the fall semester.
Read MoreOrchestra concert features student soloists
January 28th, 2005 — A Feb. 12 concert will feature Valpo's Symphony Orchestra and winners of the annual Student Concerto Competition.
Read MoreEngineers Without Borders founder to speak
January 28th, 2005 — Engineering needs in the developing world will be the subject of Dr. Bernard Amadei's Feb. 4 talk at Valpo.
Read MoreInternational Dinner celebrates 25 years
January 28th, 2005 — The annual Valpo International Dinner and Talent Show Feb. 11-12 will feature food from throughout the world and music, dancing and other entertainent by international students.
Read MoreBlack history celebrated on campus in February
January 28th, 2005 — A month-long series of events at Valpo includes poetry readings, a comedy show, lectures and the annual Black History Month Dinner on Feb. 19.
Read MoreConcert Band travels to Malta for tour
January 27th, 2005 — Valpo's Chamber Concert Band will travel across the Atlantic Ocean this spring break to perform several concerts during a week-long tour of Malta.
Read MoreUniversity names computer specialists
January 27th, 2005 — A systems administrator and programmer have been added to the staff of Valpo's Electronic Information Services.
Read MoreProfessor travels world to study religious images
January 27th, 2005 — Dr. David Morgan will travel to Scotland, Switzerland, Rome, Japan and South Korea this year studying early missionaries and their impact on today's information age.
Read MoreKantorei launches three-state tour in New York
January 25th, 2005 — The choir will perform at St. Peter's Church in New York City Feb. 26-27 before traveling to Pennsylvania and Ohio for concerts.
Read MoreCampus to host Sousa concert Feb. 19
January 25th, 2005 — Valpo's annual Sousa Tribute Concert will feature the former conductor of the U.S. Army Band.
Read MoreDance Ensemble to perform Feb. 11-13
January 24th, 2005 — The Dance Ensemble's annual spring performance will include more than a dozen pieces choreographed by Valpo faculty and students.
Read MoreChinese New Year celebration Feb. 9
January 24th, 2005 — Traditional Chinese food and music will be featured as Valpo celebrates the beginning of the year of the rooster on Feb. 9.
Read MoreChorale to perform in four states
January 24th, 2005 — Valpo's Chorale, one of the nation's premiere Lutheran collegiate choirs, will perform concerts in Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas during its spring tour this February and March.
Read MorePiano recital-lecture set for Feb. 1
January 21st, 2005 — The lecture-recital will explore the music of composer Olivier Messiaen.
Read MoreMulticultural topics to be discussed
January 21st, 2005 — Cultural taboos, stereotypes and marriage are among the topics to be discussed in sessions led by international students.
Read MoreIslamic scholars to discuss youth and violence
January 21st, 2005 — A Jan. 27 presentation by two of the world's leading Islamic scholars will explore why some young Muslims are being attracted to radical movements.
Read MoreSeniors group to discuss architecture, substance abuse
January 21st, 2005 — Valpo's seniors group will learn about American architecture, Middle East archaeology and substance abuse programs during the coming month.
Read MoreStudent organists to perform recital
January 20th, 2005 — Eights students will perform in Valpo's American Guild of Organists recital on Jan. 23.
Read MorePianist Marian McPartland to perform at Jazz Fest
January 20th, 2005 — The 20th annual Valpo Jazz Fest features award-winning radio host and pianist Marian McPartland along with numerous other professional and amateur jazz musicians.
Read MoreVirtual reality open houses set for spring semester
January 20th, 2005 — The virtual reality learning center at Valpo's College of Engineering will open to the public on Thursdays this semester.
Read MoreAlumni, fans invited to Kansas City game and reception
January 19th, 2005 — A reception will be held prior to the Feb. 28 men's basketball game in downtown Kansas City.
Read MoreRubel Lecture explores karma and grace
January 19th, 2005 — The Jan. 27 lecture will be given by distinguished scholar Dr. Ted Ludwig, professor emeritus of theology.
Read MoreHigh school students, teachers to get French education
January 18th, 2005 — Valpo will host a day of fun activities for advanced French students in Northwest Indiana Jan. 29 to encourage them to pursue their studies.
Read MoreSenior Expo offers advice on successful job searching
January 18th, 2005 — Valpo alumni will assist seniors searching for their first job and offer tips on making the transition to the workplace.
Read MoreAlumni and friends invited to Tulsa reception
January 18th, 2005 — A reception for Valpo alumni and friends will be held in Tulsa Feb. 26 between men's and women's basketball games.
Read MoreParish nursing course offered this spring
January 17th, 2005 — The course will be offered over six Saturday this spring and include training on spiritual health and how to run a parish nurse ministry.
Read MoreWeekend of Bach events set Jan. 28-30
January 17th, 2005 — Valpo's Bach Institute will celebrate the legacy of J.S. Bach with a series of concerts, recitals and lectures on campus.
Read MoreTheatre professor named director of Lilly Fellows Program
January 14th, 2005 — Dr. John Steven Paul will lead the national program, which promotes conversation about the relationship between higher learning and Christian faith and provides fellowships for teacher-scholars.
Read MoreStudent to perform viola recital
January 14th, 2005 — The Jan. 21 recital will feature works by J.S. Bach, Hindemith, Mendelssohn-Bartholdy and Bowen.
Read MoreNew directory offers faculty, staff speakers
January 14th, 2005 — The Valpo Speakers Bureau offers numerous programs presented by faculty and staff.
Read MoreAnthropologist to discuss New Guinea tribal art
January 13th, 2005 — A curator from Chicago's Field Museum will discuss New Guinea tribal artwork currently on display at Valpo's Brauer Museum.
Read MoreThrivent Financial awards grant to promote student engagement
January 13th, 2005 — The $100,000 grant will assist Valpo in building an endowment to support student engagement activities on campus.
Read MoreState legislators to discuss tobacco control efforts
January 12th, 2005 — Indiana legislators will discuss the state's tobacco control efforts at a Jan. 21 meeting sponsored by Valpo's College of Nursing and the Tobacco Education and Prevention Coalition.
Read MoreStudent wins Northwest Indiana business scholarship
January 12th, 2005 — A senior finance and Spanish major has won a scholarship from the National Association of Purchasing Management-Northwest Indiana.
Read MoreMusic enterprise students to hold Battle of the Bands
January 11th, 2005 — The fourth annual Valpo Battle of the bands will take place Jan. 15 and 16 in the Union and feature 17 bands competing for the title of best student band.
Read MoreLutheran high school students to attend leadership conference
January 10th, 2005 — Student leaders from Lutheran high schools in Illinois and Indiana will strengthen their ability to serve and lead during Valpo's Lange Leadership Conference.
Read MoreCampus to honor life, legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
January 10th, 2005 — The University's annual observance of Dr. King's legacy will feature numerous speakers, a dance recital, musical performances and more Jan. 16-19.
Read MoreFormer engineering dean honored
January 10th, 2005 — A former dean and professor emeritus of civil engineering has received a prestigious honor in recognition of his contributions to the civil engineering profession.
Read MoreLaw school to host Miranda Symposium
January 7th, 2005 — The Valpo School of Law's annual Seegers Lecture will explore the legacy and future of the Miranda decision on Jan. 27.
Read MoreStudents organize month-long tsunami relief effort
January 7th, 2005 — Valpo students, faculty and staff are raising funds to support Lutheran World Relief's humanitarian efforts in countries devastated by the Dec. 26 tsunami in the Indian Ocean.
Read MoreStudent to perform trumpet recital Jan. 23
January 7th, 2005 — The recital will feature works by Handel, Hindemith, Bozza and Ewazen.
Read MoreUniversity to celebrate languages throughout year
January 7th, 2005 — Valpo is participating in the national Year of Languages throughout 2005 with a series of events promoting the value of foreign language education.
Read MoreStudent organizations win MLK Award
January 6th, 2005 — Three student groups will be honored for contributing to diversity at Valpo during the annual observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Read MoreUniversity hosts national sports law and ethics conference
January 6th, 2005 — The conference "Winning at All Costs - Today's Addiction," Feb. 9-11 in Chicago, will feature a keynote address by broadcaster Bob Costas and numerous experts on sports law and ethics.
Read MoreStudent to perform Jan. 22 organ recital
January 6th, 2005 — The organ recital will features works by Brahms, Messiaen, Reger and Vuerne.
Read MoreBusiness school to host time management seminar
January 5th, 2005 — A time management seminar for area business executives will be presented on Feb. 18 by Valpo's College of Business Administration.
Read MoreHonors college to host lectures on religious identity, art
January 4th, 2005 — Christ College's spring Symposium lectures will feature an award winning author and scholars who will discuss religious identity, tribal artwork and more.
Read MoreOrchestra conductor appointed director of China center
January 4th, 2005 — Dr. Dennis Friesen-Carper will serve as resident director of Valpo's Hangzhou Study Center during the fall 2005 semester.
Read MoreBooks and Coffee series begins Jan. 6
January 3rd, 2005 — Valpo faculty and staff will review eight recently-published books during this year's Books and Coffee series beginning Thursday, Jan. 6.
Read MoreGuest conductor, pianist to perform recital
December 22nd, 2004 — Internationally renowned conductor Dennis Russell Davies and rising pianist Maki Namekawa will perform together in a Jan. 13 recital at Valpo.
Read MoreStudent to take part in Lutheran gathering
December 22nd, 2004 — A Valpo freshman will attend the annual gathering of the Lutheran Student Movement after spending the past year on its planning committee.
Read MoreObservatory sets spring stargazing schedule
December 22nd, 2004 — The public is invited to attend one of seven open houses at Valpo's Observatory and get a closer look at the heavens.
Read MoreSeniors group schedule set for spring semester
December 22nd, 2004 — A Valpo group for seniors will offer discussions on topics ranging from architecture and archaeology to jazz and theatre starting in January.
Read MoreGerman coffee hours set for spring semester
December 21st, 2004 — The public is invited to practice their German speaking skills at Valpo's Kade-Duesenberg German House on Wednesdays during the spring semester.
Read MoreTheatre students to perform at festival
December 21st, 2004 — Valpo students have been invited to perform scenes from the University's production of "The Cradle Will Rock" at the regional American College Theatre Festival in January.
Read MoreChristopher Center wins design award
December 20th, 2004 — Valpo's new library has been honored for its outstanding use of concrete in the design of the building.
Read MoreBusiness school to host conflict management seminar
December 20th, 2004 — Area business executives are invited to register for a Jan. 14 seminar on conflict management at Valpo's College of Business Administration.
Read MoreChamber music trio to perform Jan. 9
December 20th, 2004 — The Castillon Piano Trio, a chamber music ensemble of Valpo music faculty, will perform works by Haydn, Brahms and Castillon.
Read MoreProfessors awarded summer research grants
December 17th, 2004 — Nine Valpo professors have been awarded grants to explore a variety of topics from homelessness in Chicago to early Christian ritual life and thought.
Read MoreCivil rights activist to be featured MLK Day speaker
December 17th, 2004 — Chris McNair, whose daughter was murdered in a 1963 bombing of a Birmingham church, will give the keynote address during Valpo's Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration.
Read MoreInternationally renowned conductor leads January concert
December 15th, 2004 — Valpo's Symphony Orchestra will perform under the baton of Dennis Russell Davies, chief conductor of the Stuttgrrt Chamber Orchestra, in a Jan. 16 concert in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreAlumni, fans invited to pre-game reception
December 10th, 2004 — Valpo fans and alumni will gather prior to the men's basketball game at Oakland University on Jan. 10.
Read MoreProfessors awarded University research grants
December 10th, 2004 — Two Valpo professors have received grants to support their research projects during the 2005-2006 academic year.
Read MoreStudent radio station wins broadcast awards
December 9th, 2004 — Valpo's student-operated radio station has received national awards for its radio hosts and sports programming.
Read MoreEthnic artwork from New Guinea to be exhibited
December 9th, 2004 — The Brauer Museum of Art will display artifacts from several New Guinea tribes in an exhibition opening Jan. 7.
Read MoreProfessors honored for commitment to teaching
December 7th, 2004 — Three Valpo professors are included in the newest edition of Who's Who Among America's Teachers after being nominated by their students.
Read MoreStudent wins scholarship from business honorary
December 7th, 2004 — A Valpo business student has been honored by national business honor society Beta Gamma Sigma for her outstanding academic achievements.
Read MoreBusiness entrepreneur to speak at commencement
December 6th, 2004 — The founder and chairperson of The Pampered Chef, Doris Christopher, will speak at Valpo's commencement ceremonies in the Chapel of the Resurrection this Sunday, Dec. 12.
Read MoreDevelopment director appointed
December 6th, 2004 — A Chicago fundraiser has been appointed by Valpo to serve as the law school's executive director of development.
Read MoreArt museum sets holiday hours
December 6th, 2004 — Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art will have holiday hours in effect from Dec. 14 through Jan. 2.
Read MoreChristmas Concert to be broadcast on Chicago radio station
December 3rd, 2004 — Valpo's Christmas Concert, performed in early December at Chicago's Symphony Center and the Chapel of the Resurrection, will be broadcast on Chicago's WFMT 98.7 at 8 p.m. Dec. 20.
Read MoreWinter edition of Valpo Poetry Review available
December 3rd, 2004 — The new edition of Valpo's online literary journal features award-winning poet Adrianne Kalfopoulou and poetry and art reviews by Valpo faculty.
Read MoreBusiness school to host management seminars
December 2nd, 2004 — Valpo's College of Business Administration is sponsoring seminars on conflict and time management for area business executives in January and February.
Read MoreFormer professor honored for lifetime achievements
December 2nd, 2004 — Jaroslav Pelikan, a distinguished historian who started his career at Valpo in the 1940s, has won the Library of Congress's Kluge Prize for Lifetime Achievement in the Human Sciences.
Read MoreStudent artwork to be displayed at reception
December 2nd, 2004 — Dozens of Valpo art students will display their work at a Dec. 12 reception on campus.
Read MoreCommunity, campus leaders to read at Vespers services
December 1st, 2004 — Annual Advent Christmas Vespers services will be held Dec. 10 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreHandbell choir to perform Christmas music
December 1st, 2004 — Valpo's Handbell Choir will perform a Christmas Concert Dec. 11 in the Center for the Arts.
Read More$1 million Lilly grant to aid faculty research
November 30th, 2004 — Valpo has won a grant that will provide sophisticated scientific equipment to new faculty for their research.
Read MoreDistinguished historical astronomer to receive honorary degree
November 30th, 2004 — Valpo will award an honorary doctor of science degree to one of the leading authorities on the history of astronomy during Dec. 12 commencement ceremonies.
Read MoreBasket fundraiser to be held for Kenya project
November 30th, 2004 — Valpo's Engineers Without Borders chapter will hold a Dec. 2 silent auction to raise money for its second trip to a drought-stricken village in Kenya next spring.
Read MoreComputer, musical prodigy attending University
November 23rd, 2004 — A 16-year-old prodigy from India is in the middle of his first year at Valpo, with big dreams to start his own computer security company.
Read MoreRegistration open for education foundations program
November 23rd, 2004 — Valpo is accepting teacher aides, substitute teachers and education paraprofessionals into a program that helps them comply with the No Child Left Behind Act.
Read MoreProfessor named director of England study center
November 22nd, 2004 — English professor Dr. Carter Hanson will serve as resident director of Valpo's Study Center in Cambridge, English, beginning this summer.
Read MoreService organization to host pancake breakfast
November 22nd, 2004 — Valpo's chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, a national co-ed service fraternity, will host a pancake breakfast on Dec. 4.
Read MoreStudent actors, directors to be featured Dec. 4
November 19th, 2004 — Valpo's annual Acting-Directing Showcase will include a performance of Chekov's "Three Sisters" and scenes from several other plays.
Read MoreRegistration underway for graduate, adult scholars
November 19th, 2004 — Spring semester registration has started for those interested in taking courses through Valpo's Graduate Division or College of Adult Scholars.
Read MoreRenowned composer to discuss premiere of new piece
November 18th, 2004 — On Dec. 2, composer Randall Davidson will discuss a new piece to be premiered during Valpo's Christmas Concert.
Read MoreInternship program introduces children to theatre
November 18th, 2004 — A new internship program sponsored by Valpo's Department of Theatre gives children a chance to learning about acting and live theatre.
Read MoreEthics team moves on to national competition
November 16th, 2004 — A team of students will compete in a national ethics contest following their success in a regional event last weekend.
Read MoreCampus ministry recognized for excellence
November 16th, 2004 — A campus ministry sponsored by St. Teresa of Avila Student Center will be honored at the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops this weekend.
Read MoreChristmas Concert to feature world premiere
November 15th, 2004 — Valpo's Christmas Concert features the world premiere of a new piece by Randall Davidson at Chicago's Symphony Center and the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreJulefest features concert bands Dec. 7
November 15th, 2004 — Valpo's Julefest concert on Dec. 7 will feature traditional and popular Christmas songs performed in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreSeniors group to discuss horticulture, current events
November 12th, 2004 — The VOLTS seniors group has set their December program schedule.
Read MoreViewing parties set for Valpo-Duke basketball game
November 12th, 2004 — Valpo alumni and friends living in the Denver metropolitan area are invited to watch the men's basketball team take on Duke.
Read MoreGallery talk to examine surrealist exhibits
November 11th, 2004 — Gregg Hertzlieb, director of Valpo's Brauer Museum, will discuss current exhibitions during a Nov. 17 gallery talk.
Read MoreChorale to perform live on Chicago radio station
November 11th, 2004 — Valpo's Chorale will be featured on WFMT 98.7 Nov. 30 in advance of its performance with the Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Concert Band at Chicago's Symphony Center.
Read MoreFilm documents genocide in Rwanda
November 11th, 2004 — Valpo will screen the documentary "Ghosts of Rwanda" on Nov. 18 in Neils Science Center as part of its Core program for freshmen.
Read MoreRecital to feature faculty guitarist
November 10th, 2004 — A recital featuring Valpo faculty member and guitarist James Konsbruck will take place Nov. 14 at the Center for the Arts.
Read MoreUniversity named one of top philanthropies
November 9th, 2004 — The Chronicle of Philanthropy has ranked Valpo as one of the nation's top charities based on how much it raised from private sources last year.
Read MoreInternational Education Week celebrates global study
November 9th, 2004 — Valpo's International Education Week will highlight opportunities for students to study in other countries and learn from international students attending the University.
Read MoreHealth care industry discussed Nov. 14
November 8th, 2004 — A health system and hospital development expert will give a Nov. 14 lecture discussing the business of health care.
Read MoreJazz band to perform Nov. 17 concert
November 8th, 2004 — The Valpo Jazz Band will perform a free concert Nov. 17 in the Center for the Arts on campus.
Read MoreValpo among leaders in Fulbright awards
November 5th, 2004 — Valpo had the second highest number of students win coveted Fulbright awards, which let students study and work overseas, among master's-level universities.
Read MoreAsian-Indian 'Festival of Lights" celebrated Nov. 12
November 5th, 2004 — The campus will celebrate Diwali and the Asian-Indian New Year with food, music and dancing on Nov. 12.
Read MoreAward-winning writer to give reading
November 4th, 2004 — On Nov. 16, poet and novelist Robert Siegel will read recent and forthcoming works of poetry at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreLaw school to conclude anniversary celebration
November 4th, 2004 — Valpo's law school will conclude a year-long celebration of its 125th anniversary on Nov. 11 with a Chapel service and dedication of a historical display in Wesemann Hall.
Read MoreFive elected to Board of Directors
November 3rd, 2004 — Valpo will welcome five new members to its Board of Directors during its January meeting.
Read MoreLaw students to honor civil rights leader
November 3rd, 2004 — Valpo law students will honor alumna and NAACP state president Barbara Bolling of Gary at a Nov. 12 dinner.
Read MoreFestival of Voices features student, area performers
November 3rd, 2004 — Valpo's annual Festival of Voices benefit concert on Nov. 7 will feature student and area music groups and dancers.
Read MoreLutheran teachers to discuss education issues
November 2nd, 2004 — Valpo will host teachers from more than 20 Lutheran high schools across the U.S. at a biennial conference to discuss issues affecting them on Nov. 5 and 6.
Read MoreProfessors to discuss archaeology expedition
November 2nd, 2004 — Two Valpo professors will discuss their summer trip to archaeological sites in Jordan on Nov. 10.
Read MoreStudents to present research, analysis
November 1st, 2004 — Three honors students will present their scholarly work Nov. 4 during the Christ College Student Scholarship Symposium.
Read MoreProgram to prepare nursing educators renewed
October 29th, 2004 — A Valpo program to prepare more nursing educators will be expanded in the coming year.
Read MoreSeniors programs to discuss poetry, peace
October 29th, 2004 — A group for seniors will discuss poetry and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict during the month of November.
Read MoreAdvent Vespers seating reservations now available
October 29th, 2004 — Faculty, staff, students and the surrounding community will celebrate the Advent season Dec. 10 in Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreAuthor to discuss surviving law school
October 29th, 2004 — The co-host of award-winning TV show "CyberCrime" will talk about how to get through law school and be successful on Nov. 1.
Read MoreStudents prepare to handle finances after college
October 28th, 2004 — Valpo student will participate in a day-long seminar to learn about managing finances to be more content on Oct. 30.
Read MoreBusiness society honored for membership, activities
October 28th, 2004 — Valpo's chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma has earned recognition as a Premier Chapter, putting it in the top 15 percent of chapters in the nation.
Read MoreWomen engineering society honored for excellence
October 28th, 2004 — Valpo's Society of Women Engineers has been recognized for its efforts to promote the advancement of women in the field of engineering.
Read MoreCollege of Nursing honored as model for care of elderly
October 26th, 2004 — Valpo has won a coveted national award for its curriculum in preparing nursing students to care for older persons.
Read MoreFaculty recital features oboist
October 25th, 2004 — A Nov. 9 recital will feature oboist Jennet Ingle and pianist Paul Hamilton.
Read MoreLaw professors to discuss Iraq war
October 25th, 2004 — Four professors of international law will discuss the war in Iraq.
Read MoreBand concert to celebrate Sousa's 150th birthday
October 22nd, 2004 — Valpo's Chamber Concert Band will perform Nov. 6 in the Chapel of the Resurrection during Family Weekend.
Read MoreAlumni, friends invited to reception in central Michigan
October 22nd, 2004 — A Nov. 23 reception will precede the men's basketball game against Central Michigan University.
Read MoreLecture to discuss life in age of technology
October 21st, 2004 — A scholar of faith and communication will give this year's annual Miller Lecture on Nov. 9.
Read MoreCincinnati area alumni and friends invited to basketball reception
October 21st, 2004 — Valpo's alumni and friends in the Cincinnati area are invited to attend a Nov. 19 reception.
Read MoreArt Institute curator to discuss Brauer exhibition
October 21st, 2004 — The Oct. 28 lecture will focus on Chicago artist Roger Brown.
Read MoreMBA program to host Oct. 30 open house
October 21st, 2004 — Valpo will discuss its master of business administration program with those interested in enrolling on Oct. 30.
Read MoreStudents to talk about Indiana Crusader interships
October 20th, 2004 — A group of 16 students will talk about their experiences through the Indiana Crusader Connection, which is creating internship opportunities with Indiana employers.
Read MoreFamilies to spend weekend at Valpo
October 20th, 2004 — The families of Valpo students will be introduced to life on campus the weekend of Nov. 5 to 7 during the annual Family Weekend celebration.
Read MoreChristmas Concert to be performed Dec. 3 and 4 on campus
October 19th, 2004 — Valpo's annual Christmas Concert, a holiday tradition for more than 75 years, will be performed in the Chapel of the Resurrection Dec. 3 and 4 before traveling to Chicago's Symphony Center.
Read MoreParents needed for study of attention disorder
October 19th, 2004 — Families are needed for a study of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder being conducted by Valpo's College of Nursing.
Read MoreTwo Indiana Supreme Court Justices to hear moot court
October 19th, 2004 — The School of Law's annual Swygert Moot Court Competition will be judged by a panel of five distinguished jurists on Wednesday, Oct. 20.
Read MoreConference to address ethics, morality of justice
October 18th, 2004 — Valpo will host the third annual Peace and Justice Symposium on Nov. 13, featuring an alumnus who is one of the world's leading peacemakers.
Read MoreSt. Louis alumni, friends invited to wine tasting
October 18th, 2004 — Valpo alumni, parents and friends are invited to a Nov. 4 wine tasting and dinner at Riddle's Penultimate Cafe in St. Louis.
Read MoreConcert bands to perform Oct. 29
October 18th, 2004 — Valpo's Luce Concert Band and the Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band will perform works by Meredith Wilson and Gustav Holst.
Read MoreRecital to feature saxophonist and pianist
October 14th, 2004 — Guest artists Kenneth Tse and Alan Huckleberry will perform together Oct. 28 at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read More"Dido and Aeneas" to premiere Nov. 5
October 14th, 2004 — Henry Purcell's operatic masterpiece will open Nov. 5 at the Valpo Center for the Arts.
Read MoreProvost serves as panelist at leadership conference
October 13th, 2004 — Valpo's provost, Dr. Roy Austensen, recently participated in a national conference for emerging leaders in higher education.
Read MoreStudent, professor research virtual reality in Japan
October 13th, 2004 — Valpo engineering professor Dr. Jeff Will and senior Adam Slater performed virtual reality research for two weeks in Japan this summer.
Read MoreHymn Fest to feature University, community singers
October 12th, 2004 — Valpo will host a Reformation Day Hymn Festival on Oct. 31 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreFormer engineering dean to speak on education reform
October 12th, 2004 — Dr. Stuart Walesh will discuss a proposal to increase education requirements for professional civil engineers during an Oct. 18 lecture on campus.
Read MoreGuild appoints officers, awards grants
October 11th, 2004 — The Valpo Guild awarded more than $38,000 in grants to student organizations and departments during its 73rd annual convention in September.
Read MoreLaw school hires career planning director
October 11th, 2004 — Valerie Jensen has been named executive director of career planning for Valpo's School of Law.
Read MoreSoul Purpose sets busy fall schedule
October 11th, 2004 — Valpo's liturgical drama troupe will be featured at the national Reaping the Harvest arts ministry conference in Kansas City later this month.
Read MoreAlumni to help clean Cabrini Green
October 11th, 2004 — Valpo alumni in the Chicago area will help clean and paint apartments in the Cabrini Green public housing community on Oct. 23.
Read MoreQuality education, professional experiences attracting law students
October 8th, 2004 — Applications to Valpo's law school are increasing dramatically, a result of the school's focus on rigorous academic instruction and offering numerous practical experiences.
Read MoreDance Marathon to raise money for children's hospital
October 8th, 2004 — Valpo students will hold a 12-hour Dance Marathon Oct. 16 to raise money for Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
Read MoreProfessor strives to provide better care for older patients
October 7th, 2004 — Valpo nursing professor Dr. Kristen Mauk is one of the nation's leaders in improving health care for the elderly.
Read MoreWine tasting to be held in Chicago suburb
October 7th, 2004 — The Valpo Club of Chicago will host a wine tasting at Lynfred Winery in Roselle on Oct. 24.
Read MoreGraduate wins Jeopardy! tournament
October 6th, 2004 — Russ Schumacher, a 2001 Valpo graduate, recently won the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions and a $250,000 prize.
Read MoreStudents complete campaign for reservation library
October 6th, 2004 — Valpo students raised more than $12,000 to purchase books for the Crow Creek Reservation in South Dakota through it's "Book It to Crow Creek" campaign.
Read MoreHonors college to host election discussion
October 6th, 2004 — Two distinguished political commentators will discuss election issues and the candidates Oct. 14 on campus.
Read MoreStudent wins Pacers scholarship
October 5th, 2004 — A Valpo student has won a competitive scholarship and will work in a marketing internship with the Indiana Pacers basketball team.
Read MoreDrama troupe to perform at Valparaiso church
October 5th, 2004 — Valpo's liturgical drama troupe, Soul Purpose, will perform at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Oct. 10.
Read MoreBach Institute sponsors concert and lecture
October 4th, 2004 — A Cantata Vespers performance and lecture on Oct. 17 will open this year's season of Bach Institute events.
Read MoreBusiness school cited for outstanding administration
October 4th, 2004 — The College of Business Administration has been named one of the nation's outstanding business schools by Princeton Review.
Read MoreGerman professor honored for leadership
October 1st, 2004 — Valpo German professor Dr. Sarah DeMaris will be honored by the American Association of Teachers of German and the Goethe-Institut for her leadership in promoting German education.
Read MoreStudents committed to serving others
October 1st, 2004 — Valpo students increased their volunteer efforts last year, performing more than 32,000 hours of community service during the 2003-2004 academic year.
Read MoreLaw school to host continuing education seminars
October 1st, 2004 — Valpo's law school will present seven continuing legal education seminars this year.
Read MoreMiddle school educators conference set for Oct. 22
September 30th, 2004 — Valpo's Professional Educators Partnership is sponsoring its second annual professional development conference for middle school teachers and administrators.
Read MoreLaw school plans Homecoming events
September 30th, 2004 — Valpo's law school will host several events for its students and alumni Oct. 7 to 9.
Read MoreAlumni to celebrate Homecoming West
September 30th, 2004 — Valpo alumni and friends on the West Coast will celebrate Homecoming Oct. 15 to 17 in San Diego, with the Crusaders playing the University of San Diego.
Read MoreLecture to focus on Virgin of Guadalupe
September 30th, 2004 — Valpo's Spanish Club is sponsoring an Oct. 7 lecture on the Virgin of Guadalupe.
Read MoreVOLTS climate, engineering programs set for October
September 29th, 2004 — The seniors organization has scheduled talks on climate change, a student-led engineering project and current events.
Read MoreLaw school hires financial planning director
September 29th, 2004 — Valpo's law school has named Tammi Jackson its director of financial planning.
Read MoreCampus celebrates week of Homecoming events
September 28th, 2004 — Valpo will welcome alumni back to campus this weekend with reunion activities, concerts and sporting events.
Read MoreManagerial training programs to be offered
September 28th, 2004 — Valpo's College of Business Administration will open a series of professional development programs for business managers and executives on Oct. 21.
Read MoreChorale to perform 20th century, classical works
September 27th, 2004 — The Valpo Chorale will perform works by Mozart, Mendelssohn and others at its Fall Concert on Oct. 10.
Read MoreBrauer to open surrealist exhibitions
September 27th, 2004 — Surrealist paintings, drawings and carvings by artists Roger Brown, Seymour Rosofsky and John J. Habela will be on display starting Oct. 15.
Read MoreOrchestra explores "Love and Mortality"
September 24th, 2004 — Valpo's Symphony Orchestra will feature romantic composers of the last two centuries in its Homecoming Concert on Oct. 9.
Read MoreVirtual reality lab opens to public
September 24th, 2004 — Valpo's virtual reality laboratory will begin hosting open houses on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the public.
Read MoreChristmas Concert, basketball game tickets on sale
September 24th, 2004 — Valpo will celebrate the holidays in Chicago with a basketball game against Duke and the annual Christmas Concert at Symphony Center Dec. 4 and 5.
Read MoreNative American Festival features "Pocahontas" actress
September 23rd, 2004 — Valpo's annual festival celebrating the culture of native peoples will be held Oct. 2 on campus.
Read MoreTeacher aides from across region hone skills
September 23rd, 2004 — Northwest Indiana teacher aides are honing their skills and meeting requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act through a new education foundations program at Valpo.
Read More"The Rookie" scriptwriter to give lecture
September 21st, 2004 — The screenwriter of "The Rookie" and "Finding Forrester" will visit Valpo on Sept. 30 and give a public lecture.
Read MoreValpo to honor 12 during Homecoming
September 21st, 2004 — A dozen alumni and friends of Valpo will be honored during Homecoming Weekend celebrations in October.
Read MoreMBA enrollment rises, defying national trend
September 20th, 2004 — Enrollment in Valpo's MBA program has nearly doubled in the past year, with students enjoying its values-driven curriculum and class schedule that meets the needs of working professionals.
Read MoreNew initiative to teach lean manufacturing
September 20th, 2004 — Valpo will work with manufacturing companies in the region to boost efficiency and prevent the outsourcing of jobs.
Read MorePolish string quartet to perform
September 17th, 2004 — The Walasek String Quartet will perform works by Polish and American composers during their Oct. 7 recital.
Read MoreBach recital features faculty ensemble
September 17th, 2004 — The Castillon Trio will be joined by guest flautist John Wachala for an Oct. 2 performance of Bach's "A Musical Offering."
Read MoreEngineering dean to attend space launch
September 16th, 2004 — Dr. Kraig Olejniczak has been invited to attend the Sept. 29 launch of a contender for the Ansari X Prize.
Read MoreEngineers Without Borders plans return to Kenya
September 16th, 2004 — The student group will discuss their project in Kenya last spring and plans to continue helping a drought-stricken village at a Sept. 29 presentation.
Read MoreGuest lecturer to discuss ancient astronomy
September 16th, 2004 — Dr. Hermann Hunger of the University of Vienna will present a lecture on Babylonian Astronomy on Sept. 28.
Read MorePlay to feature life of American painter
September 15th, 2004 — A play about the life of influential artist Charles E. Burchfield will be performed Sept. 26 on campus.
Read MoreCampus to mark founding on Friday
September 15th, 2004 — Valpo will honor its historical roots this Friday with a celebration of its founding 145 years ago.
Read MoreValpo students to discuss college life at high school
September 15th, 2004 — Students will visit Valparaiso High School on Sept. 22 to talk about college searches and campus life with more than 500 graduating seniors.
Read MoreEnrollment highest in two decades
September 15th, 2004 — Fall enrollment at Valparaiso University is the highest in 20 years, with nearly 4,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students.
Read MoreTheatre production to showcase American playwrights
September 14th, 2004 — "Three Plays from Provincetown" will be performed Oct. 7 to 10 during Valpo's Homecoming Weekend.
Read MoreAlumni and friends invited to dinner with president
September 14th, 2004 — Valpo President Dr. Alan Harre will speak to alumni and friends in the Milwaukee area on Sept. 30.
Read MoreRegistration underway for Homecoming run, golfing
September 13th, 2004 — The Homecoming Classic Golf Outing will take place Oct. 8 with the 5K Fun Run scheduled for Oct. 9.
Read MoreGallery talk to feature Burchfield scholar
September 13th, 2004 — A Sept. 22 gallery talk at the Brauer Museum of Art will focus on the artwork of Charles E. Burchfield.
Read MoreSymphony Orchestra season includes six concerts
September 13th, 2004 — Valpo's 2004-2005 orchestra season will feature performances of major works by Bach and Beethoven.
Read MoreBach Institute announces 2004-2004 concerts, lectures
September 10th, 2004 — Valpo's Bach Institute will present several concerts and lectures this academic year examining Bach's early years as a composer and organist.
Read MoreBach Choir auditions are Sept. 20
September 10th, 2004 — The Northwest Indiana community is invited to audition for Valpo's Bach Choir.
Read MoreChicago networking reception set for Sept. 23
September 10th, 2004 — Author and Valpo business professor Dr. Dean Schroeder will be the featured speaker at the reception in downtown Chicago.
Read MoreChristopher Center dedication scheduled for Sept. 18
September 10th, 2004 — A public dedication ceremony for Valpo's $33 million Chistopher Center project will be held this weekend on campus.
Read MoreSeniors program speaker changed for Sept. 13
September 9th, 2004 — The Sept. 13 program of the Valpo Organization for Learning and Teaching Seniors has been changed.
Read MoreProfessor wins international grant for depression study
September 9th, 2004 — A Valpo psychology professor was awarded a four-year grant to explore cognitive processes in depression.
Read MoreChorale announces 2004-2005 season
September 9th, 2004 — Valpo's premiere choral ensemble will perform Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 and works by other classical and comtemporary composers this season.
Read MoreInternational language center recruiting host families
September 9th, 2004 — The Interlink Language Center at Valpo is looking for families to host international students.
Read MoreIndian dance group to perform on campus
September 9th, 2004 — Dancers from the Kuchipudi Art Academy will perform at Valpo on Sept. 15.
Read MoreGuild to host annual convention
September 6th, 2004 — The annual convention of the Valpo Guild will be held Sept. 24 to 26 and feature the annual Bazaar, Silent Auction and Basket Boutique.
Read MoreViola students from across Indiana to attend string day
September 6th, 2004 — Valpo will host Viola Day for middle and high school violists on Sept. 25.
Read MoreStudents to explore career opportunities
September 2nd, 2004 — Valpo's annual Career Fair will bring dozens of employers to campus on Friday, Sept. 10.
Read MoreWorld War II scholar to visit campus
September 2nd, 2004 — One of the foremost World War II historians will visit Valpo Sept. 23 and 24 through the Phi Beta Kappa visiting scholars program.
Read MoreGuest saxophonist to perform with Faculty Jazz Trio
September 2nd, 2004 — Valpo's Faculty Jazz Trio and guest artist Claire Daly will perform Sept. 22 on campus.
Read MoreChamber Concert Band announces new season
September 2nd, 2004 — Valpo's premier concert band will perform a tribute to John Philip Sousa and much more during its 2004-2005 season.
Read MoreArea organists featured at festival
August 31st, 2004 — Valpo's Community Organists Festival on Sept. 7 will feature noted organists from the Northwest Indiana and Chicago area.
Read MoreFraternities, sororities volunteer time, raise money
August 31st, 2004 — Valpo's fraternities and sororities performed more than 13,000 hours of community service and raised more than $8,000 for philanthropies in spring 2004.
Read MoreCelebration of Hispanic heritage set for Saturday
August 27th, 2004 — An Afro-Caribbean music and dance group will be featured at Valpo's annual Hispanic Heritage Dinner this Saturday.
Read MoreUniversity cited in college guide
August 27th, 2004 — Valpo has been acknowledged for excellence in Princeton Review's new edition of "The Best 357 Colleges."
Read MoreWorkshop explores end of life care
August 26th, 2004 — Valpo's College of Nursing is sponsoring a Sept. 17 workshop on providing compassionate care to people approaching the end of their lives.
Read MoreLecture series to discuss "Buffy," election
August 26th, 2004 — Valpo's annual Christ College lecture series will begin Sept. 9 with a discussion of Christianity and feminism as portrayed in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
Read MoreProfessor to lead research on children's pain
August 26th, 2004 — A nursing professor has received a grant to explore whether children can reduce their pain by using guided imagery.
Read MoreStudent wins national fraternity engineering award
August 24th, 2004 — Valpo senior Robert Copouls has won Phi Kappa Psi's Ben King Award, honoring a fraternity member who is an engineering major.
Read MoreFaculty recital features Bach
August 24th, 2004 — Two faculty members will perform organ and tenor music composed by J.S. Bach and other artists on Sept. 12.
Read MoreChamber trio to perform recital
August 23rd, 2004 — Valpo's chamber ensemble in residence, the American Chamber Trio, will perform Sept. 3 in the Center for the Arts.
Read MoreAlumni from Middle East to gather for reunion
August 23rd, 2004 — Valpo will host its first reunion for alumni living in the Middle East on Sept. 19 in the United Arab Emirates.
Read MoreAlumni prepare for Indianapolis gatherings
August 23rd, 2004 — Valpo alumni and friends are invited to gather the third Thursday of each month this fall in downtown Indianapolis.
Read MoreExhibition features Native American artist
August 20th, 2004 — The artwork of Jesse T. Hummingbird is on display in the Mueller Hall Commons through Oct. 10.
Read MoreGerman coffee hours planned for fall semester
August 20th, 2004 — Beginning Sept. 1, German-speaking people in the community will be able to sharpen their language skills during a series of weekly coffee houses.
Read MoreValpo ranked high in magazine ratings
August 20th, 2004 — Valpo is ranked one of the top Midwestern, master's level universities for the 16th consecutive year, and was rated "best value" for the second consecutive year by U.S. News magazine.
Read MoreDiverse youth encouraged to explore library careers
August 17th, 2004 — Valpo's Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources will encourage college-bound youth from diverse backgrounds to explore careers in library science.
Read MoreStudy looks to make medication information more readable
August 17th, 2004 — A Valpo nursing professor is exploring the benefits of easier-to-understand information about medications.
Read MoreResearch paves the way for future of nanotechnology
August 13th, 2004 — Engineering professors and students at Valpo completed research this summer that will advance the development of nanocomputers.
Read MoreValpo Voyages travel program for 2005 announced
August 12th, 2004 — Valpo alumni and friends can join trips to Italy, Russia or the Canadian Rockies during 2005.
Read MoreUniversity welcomes back students
August 11th, 2004 — Valpo will welcome its new and returning students to campus this weekend for the start of the new academic year.
Read MoreSeniors group schedule set for fall
August 11th, 2004 — The Valparaiso Organization for Learning and Teaching Seniors will host discussions on theatre, horticulture, the juvenile justice system and current events this fall.
Read MoreNew faculty members welcomed to campus
August 9th, 2004 — An economist, theologian, American history scholar and German professor are Valpo's four newest faculty members and will begin teaching this fall.
Read MoreObservatory announces fall open house schedule
August 6th, 2004 — Valpo's Observatory will open its fall season of public viewings of stars, planets and other celestial objects on Sept. 10.
Read MoreAlumni invited to Minnesota golf outing
August 5th, 2004 — The 8th Annual Minnesota Golf Outing will be held Aug. 23 to support Valpo's student-athletes.
Read MoreValpo receives gift of Indiana artists
August 4th, 2004 — Valpo's Brauer Museum has received a donation of paintings and drawings by some of the state's most influential artists of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Read MoreRegistration open for graduate, adult scholar classes
August 3rd, 2004 — Fall semester enrollment is underway for Valpo's Graduate Division and College of Adult Scholars.
Read MoreStudents provide summer tutoring
August 2nd, 2004 — Valpo graduate and undergraduate education students worked with local elementary school students this summer to improve their reading skills.
Read MoreUniversity announces new faculty members
July 30th, 2004 — New faculty members have been appointed in law, history, art and physical education.
Read MoreEngineering students explore virtual reality
July 30th, 2004 — New programs developed for Valpo's virtual reality system will be used by civil and electrical engineering students.
Read MoreProfessor elected director of global child theology group
July 29th, 2004 — Dr. Marcia Bunge, a leading scholar in childhood theology, was elected as a director of the London-based Child Theology Movement earlier this month.
Read MoreFulbright winners to teach, study around the world
July 27th, 2004 — Three Valpo graduates will be teaching and studying in South Korea, Taiwan and Mexico for a year after receiving prestigious Fulbright grants.
Read MoreStudents, alumni invited to baseball game and Summer Send-Off
July 23rd, 2004 — Valpo alumni and students are invited to attend a picnic and baseball game on Aug. 15 in Schaumberg, Ill.
Read MoreYoung actors to perform Shakespeare
July 23rd, 2004 — Nearly 60 youth will perform "A Midsummer Night's Dream" Aug. 7 and 8 at Valpo's University Theatre.
Read MoreStudents explore job opportunities in Indiana
July 20th, 2004 — Valpo's Indiana Crusader Connection is creating new internship opportunities for students to explore careers and encourage them to live and work in Indiana.
Read MoreDepartment of Theatre announces 2004-2005 season
July 20th, 2004 — Valpo's upcoming theatre season will feature the operatic masterpiece "Dido and Aeneas" and the acclaimed contemporary comedy-drama "Accidental Rapture."
Read MoreFour professors appointed to faculty
July 19th, 2004 — Valpo's newly appointed faculty members include a U.S. Navy pilot and former university president.
Read MoreOmaha area picnic to be held Aug. 14
July 19th, 2004 — Alumni, students and their families are invited to a Summer Send Off Picnic in LaVista.
Read MoreAlumni, students invited to Wisconsin send-offs
July 16th, 2004 — Summer Send-offs will be hosted in the Madison and Milwaukee metroplitan areas during the month of August.
Read MorePicnic to be held Aug. 1 in Chicago's southwest suburbs
July 15th, 2004 — The Summer Send-off Family Picnic will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Mokena.
Read MoreSummer Send-offs scheduled in Ohio, Indiana
July 13th, 2004 — On Aug. 1, Valpo will host Summer Send-offs for students and alumni in Northwest Indiana and Columbus, Ohio.
Read MoreFall seminars to explore professional ethics
July 13th, 2004 — A series of weekly seminars will explore ethical issues faced by professionals in the fields of government, science, law and more during the fall semester.
Read MoreReligious scholar awarded Luther Institute fellowship
July 9th, 2004 — Dr. Nelly Van Doorn-Harder, an expert in Muslim-Christian relations, will use the prestigious fellowship to support her study of interfaith dialogue and peacemaking programs.
Read MoreMusic camp to draw hundreds to campus
July 9th, 2004 — The annual Great Lakes Music Camp will begin July 18 and draw hundreds of middle and high school students to Valpo's campus for intensive band and orchestra instruction.
Read MorePicnic to be held in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 1
July 8th, 2004 — Valpo alumni and students will gather for a picnic in Washington's Rock Creek Park.
Read MoreNew Jersey alumni, students to gather
July 8th, 2004 — The Aug. 1 party will be held in Ridgewood.
Read MoreSummer Send-Off scheduled in Sheboygan Falls
July 6th, 2004 — Alumni, current students and incoming students of Valpo are invited to a Summer Send-Off on July 18.
Read MoreBurchfield, Indiana impressionist exhibitions to open
July 6th, 2004 — The first exhibitions of the Brauer Museum's 2004-2005 season will open July 24.
Read MoreDenver send-off to be held July 31
July 2nd, 2004 — The Valpo Club of Denver will host os Summer Send-Off for current and incoming students July 31 with a barbecue and baseball game.
Read MoreProfessor builds golf putter that thinks
July 2nd, 2004 — A putter recently patented by engineering professor Dale Kempf will help golfers improve their short games.
Read MoreHouston alumni, students to gather for Summer Send-Off
July 2nd, 2004 — The Valpo Club of Houston will host a pizza buffet on July 31.
Read MoreUniversity names new faculty
July 1st, 2004 — Four new faculty members have been appointed to Valpo's faculty, including an engineer who helped supervise the construction of professional hockey arenas.
Read MoreStudent works to defeat disease in Africa
July 1st, 2004 — Chemistry student Dana Hommel is working on a medical research project in South Africa to find a cure for the deadly African Sleeping Sickness.
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