Freshman top American at World Trampoline Championships
November 20th, 2009 — Valpo freshman Hayley Butcher holds the honor of being the highest placing American competitor as well as the youngest competitor in this year's World Trampoline and Tumbling Championships.
Read MoreLecture explores garment ceremonies of Asian kings
November 19th, 2009 — Valpo's Chinese and Japanese Studies Program will present a program exploring the ceremonial presentation of luxury garments to someone honored by a king in medieval times.
Read MoreStudent spreads message about Chicago teen violence
November 19th, 2009 — Valpo sophomore Demetrius Amparan is using his unique communication skills to depict the violence he experienced growing up on Chicago's South Side.
Read MoreContinuing law education courses offered
November 18th, 2009 — The Valparaiso University School of Law is offering expanded continuing legal education courses for the 2009-2010 academic year.
Read MoreStudent-athletes' success demonstrated in NCAA report
November 18th, 2009 — The graduation success rate of Valpo's student-athletes is significantly higher than the national average and is the highest among Horizon League schools, according to a new NCAA report.
Read MoreSpring registration open for graduate, adult scholar classes
November 17th, 2009 — Spring semester registration is now underway for courses in Valparaiso University's Graduate School and College of Adult Scholars.
Read MoreAdvent Vespers celebrated Dec. 11 at Chapel
November 16th, 2009 — Assured seating cards are available for this year's Advent Vespers services which will take place at 7 and 10 p.m. on Dec. 11.
Read MoreChristmas pops concert set for Dec. 6
November 16th, 2009 — Valpo's annual Christmas pops concert, "Julefest," will be performed Dec. 6 at 4 p.m. in the Center for the Arts.
Read MoreChicago artist Kapsalis featured in exhibit opening Dec. 4
November 13th, 2009 — Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art will present an exhibition featuring Chicago abstractionist, art educator and World War II veteran Thomas H. Kapsalis this winter.
Read MoreNursing students learn in the operating room
November 12th, 2009 — This fall nursing students are working beside physicians and nurses at Porter Hospital as part of a perioperative nursing course offered by Valpo's College of Nursing.
Read MoreProfessor educates teachers in Macedonia
November 12th, 2009 — A Valpo professor who is an expert in international education will help teachers in Macedonia increase children's literacy as part of a United Nations effort.
Read MoreProfessor's book examines children, childhood in world
November 12th, 2009 — What major religions of the world say about children and childhood is examined in a new book by Valpo professor Dr. Marcia J. Bunge.
Read MoreCommunication students' video nominated for regional award
November 11th, 2009 — A team of Valpo students were among the finalists for an award presented by the producers of the Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards.
Read MoreNursing team uses poetry, plays to improve public health
November 10th, 2009 — A team of Valpo nursing students will discuss how they are using poetry and socio-drama for public health education at a national health conference Nov. 11.
Read MoreYellow Ribbon program draws veterans to Valpo
November 9th, 2009 — Valpo is currently hosting 10 veterans through the Yellow Ribbon Program, an expansion of the G.I. Bill that helps pay their tuition expenses.
Read MorePresident honored by alma mater for achievements
November 9th, 2009 — President Mark A. Heckler has received Elizabethtown College's Professional Achievement award in recognition of his commitment to educational excellence and service.
Read MoreGrant to turn students into benefactors
November 6th, 2009 — Students will learn first-hand how they can make a difference in people's lives by giving away $10,000 as part of a course on traditions of giving and serving in American life.
Read MoreArt department to host draw-a-thon
November 6th, 2009 — Faculty and students in the Valpo Department of Art will redefine drawing at the fifth annual Draw-a-Thon on Nov. 13.
Read MoreFootball player a finalist for sportsmanship award
November 6th, 2009 — Valpo student-athlete Adam Rundh of Aalborg, Denmark, has been named as one of 10 finalists for the national Awards and Recognition Association (ARA) Sportsmanship Award.
Read MorePhotographer to speak Nov. 11 as exhibit opens
November 5th, 2009 — Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art presents an exhibit featuring photographs of Northwest Indiana's industrial and residential landscape through the lens of photographer Gary Cialdella.
Read MoreGrowing number of international students thrive at Valpo
November 4th, 2009 — Valpo's international student population has more than tripled since fall 2003, now crossing the 300-student mark with nearly 50 countries represented on campus.
Read MoreValpo, Concordia-New York form partnership
November 3rd, 2009 — A strategic alliance between Valpo and Concordia College-New York will enhance their educational quality through a focus on global education, experiential learning and integration of disciplines.
Read MoreTalk focuses on deep submergence archaelogy
November 3rd, 2009 — Valpo will host an archaeology expert during a Nov. 10 lecture that is part of the University's Archaeological Institute of America lecture series.
Read MoreFirst-generation college student honored
November 3rd, 2009 — A sophomore art major from Northwest Indiana has been selected as Valpo's 2009 recipient of the Realizing the Dream Award.
Read MoreLaw school targets overachieving students
November 2nd, 2009 — A commitment to law as a calling helps Valpo's School of Law attract law students who are high achievers in academics and life, and a first-year law class that is the most diverse in its history.
Read MoreLilly Fellows program director named
November 2nd, 2009 — Dr. Joseph Creech has been appointed program director of the Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts at Valpo.
Read MoreInternational students learn from local nonprofit
October 30th, 2009 — Graduate students in Valpo's International Commerce and Policy program are getting real-world experience about running a nonprofit organization.
Read MoreInstitute hosts East-West Connections forum
October 30th, 2009 — Valpo's Confucius Institute will host a Chinese diplomat and a leading scholar of China's cultural influence during the East-West Connections forum.
Read MoreChristmas Concert to feature carols
October 27th, 2009 — The annual Valparaiso University Christmas Concert will celebrate the Advent season with performances by the University's premier musical ensembles Dec. 4 and 5 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreSustainability critical to future of business
October 26th, 2009 — Businesses must transform how they operate in order to ensure the future of humanity, leading sustainability experts said during an Oct. 23 forum on campus.
Read MorePeace and justice symposium focuses on race relations, world relief
October 26th, 2009 — Valpo's eighth annual Peace and Justice Symposium, "Peace-ing it Together: Race Relations, Mediation & Conflict Resolution, Social Activism, Law & Justice," will take place Nov. 5-7.
Read MoreTwo students test positive for H1N1 Influenza
October 26th, 2009 — Two students who tested positive for Type A influenza earlier this month were confirmed by the Indiana State Department of Health to have contracted the H1N1 flu.
Read MoreLaw student teaches art to Texas students
October 23rd, 2009 — Valpo law student Justin Vining taught his unique style of painting to elementary students in Texas via live videoconference on Oct. 22.
Read MoreEngineers to give keynote at youth global water event
October 22nd, 2009 — Valpo's chapter of Engineers Without Borders will teach Indiana middle school science students about global water issues at a Nov. 13 leadership conference in Indianapolis.
Read MoreCommitment to global learning shows in Fulbright awards
October 21st, 2009 — Valpo is once again a national leader in students winning Fulbright awards for 2009-2010, with five students doing research or teaching in South Africa, Albania, Germany and Austria.
Read MoreProfessors, students entertain in Wordfest's 'Cabaret'
October 21st, 2009 — Valpo professors and students will present an evening of entertaining performances, music, prose and short films at the Valpo Cabaret Oct. 24.
Read MoreWomen engineers win national, regional awards
October 20th, 2009 — Valparaiso University's female engineering students and faculty have won a national award for their activities through the Society of Women Engineers chapter on campus.
Read MoreLaw conference explores civil rights in Obama era
October 19th, 2009 — Valpo's School of Law is hosting "Civil Rights in the Obama Era," a Nov. 13 conference exploring civil rights progress.
Read MoreBand to premiere new music
October 16th, 2009 — Valpo's Department of Music will host its annual Family Weekend Concert on Oct. 24, highlighted by original music and a special tribute.
Read MoreMusical 'Cabaret' to debut Nov. 11
October 15th, 2009 — A dark tale of love in Nazi Germany, intertwined with the sounds of jazz and energetic dancing, will be told in the musical "Cabaret," opening Nov. 11.
Read MoreNursing professor awarded fellowship
October 14th, 2009 — A Valpo nursing professor will be inducted as an American Academy of Nursing Fellow in November, a recognition that will advance her pursuit of better health care for older people.
Read MoreUniversity, city reach agreement on fire protection services
October 13th, 2009 — The University will establish a fund to help the city of Valparaiso purchase equipment or pay for training related to its specialized fire protection needs.
Read MoreNigerian senator to visit campus, discuss democracy
October 13th, 2009 — Senator Jonathan Zwingina will speak on campus Oct 23 as part of an ongoing relationship between Valpo and Nigeria, which included University staff taking part in a recent Nigerian workshop on aging.
Read MorePoetry journal publishes new issue
October 13th, 2009 — Valpo's online journal of contemporary poetry, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a special 21st issue that features the work of one of the nation's foremost poets.
Read MoreVienna Boys Choir to perform Nov. 6
October 13th, 2009 — The Vienna Boys' Choir will perform Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreHuman dignity examined in ethicist's new book
October 12th, 2009 — Prominent theologian and bioethicist Dr. Gilbert Meilaender's book "Neither Beast nor God" delves into a subject at the center of many contentious social and political issues of our time.
Read MoreLilly Fellows program names graduate fellows
October 12th, 2009 — Valpo's Lilly Fellows Program has selected 16 graduate students to participate in its effort to support outstanding students who want to become teacher-scholars at church-related institutions.
Read More150 most influential Valpo people announced
October 9th, 2009 — CEOs of Fortune 100 companies, a Super Bowl champion, prominent U.S. Senator, National Book Award winner and eye disease researcher are among those on a list of Valpo's 150 most influential people.
Read MoreProfessor says Nobel Prize gives Obama a world endorsement
October 9th, 2009 — A Valpo political science professor says President Barack Obama's Nobel Peace Prize could give a boost to his foreign and domestic policies.
Read MoreEducation workshop to focus on student achievement
October 9th, 2009 — Educators from across northern Indiana will learn how to propel their students to higher levels of achievement at a workshop sponsored by Valparaiso University's Professional Educators Partnership.
Read MoreBook features images of Calumet region
October 8th, 2009 — Valpo's Brauer Museum of Art presents "The Calumet Region: An American Place," a new book featuring black and white photographs of Northwest Indiana's industrial and residential landscape.
Read MoreUniversity recognized for green initiatives in report
October 7th, 2009 — The construction of sustainable buildings, recycling efforts and investments in clean energy are among the Valpo recognized in the "College Sustainability Report Card 2010."
Read MoreValpo offers new sports media master's degree
October 7th, 2009 — Valparaiso University is offering a new master of science degree in sports media to serve the growing need for technology-savvy professionals in the sports media industry.
Read MoreEngineering program in China established
October 6th, 2009 — Valpo's College of Engineering is expanding its global presence with the launch of a new program that will allow engineering students to study and work in China.
Read MorePrinceton Review recognizes excellence in MBA program
October 6th, 2009 — Valpo's College of Business Administration again has been named one of the nation's outstanding graduate business schools by Princeton Review.
Read MoreSenior takes meteorologist post at TV station
October 5th, 2009 — Senior meteorology major Aaron Brackett has taken his first on-air job as a meteorologist at WREX-TV in Rockford, Ill., months before his graduation date.
Read MoreStudent tests positive for Type A influenza
October 2nd, 2009 — Valpo is continuing its flu prevention efforts, which started last spring, following the positive diagnosis of a Valpo student with Type A influenza.
Read MoreUniversity counsel to join senior leadership team
October 2nd, 2009 — A Kansas attorney with extensive experience addressing legal issues in a higher education setting will join Valpo's leadership team as vice president and university counsel.
Read MoreValpo announces Guild gift grant recipients
October 2nd, 2009 — The Valpo Guild has announced this year's recipients of the 2009 Guild Campus Gift grants.
Read MoreAcclaimed organist to perform
October 1st, 2009 — A former Valpo professor who is one of the world's most acclaimed organists will perform a recital celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Read MoreAlumni, volunteers to be recognized during Homecoming
October 1st, 2009 — The Valpo Alumni Association will recognize the accomplishments and dedication of 16 alumni and volunteers during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend.
Read MoreOrchestra, choirs to perform Oct. 10 concerts
September 30th, 2009 — Two Oct. 10 concerts will feature the Valpo Chorale, Men's and Women's Choirs and Symphony Orchestra.
Read MoreColorful characters and comedy to entertain in 'Fuddy Meers'
September 28th, 2009 — A cast of colorful characters will take the stage during the entertaining comedy "Fuddy Meers," performed in October at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreHomecoming celebration set for Oct. 9-11
September 25th, 2009 — Alumni returning to Valpo for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend in October will be greeted by a host of events surrounding the celebration of the Chapel's 50th anniversary and the new Harre Union.
Read MoreTalk focuses on Roman religious facilities in North Africa
September 24th, 2009 — Valparaiso University will host an archaeology expert during a Sept. 28 talk that is part of the University's Archaeological Institute of America lecture series.
Read MoreValpo pollution study team returns from Japan
September 22nd, 2009 — A Valpo student research team has returned from Japan after studying air pollution, and working to shed greater light on how emissions from China are affecting other nations.
Read MoreLawyering skills education to get boost from project
September 21st, 2009 — Students at Valpo's School of Law will gain more opportunities for developing legal skills with a $9 million project reconstructing Heritage Hall.
Read MoreMathematics research funded by federal grant
September 21st, 2009 — Valpo has received a $240,688 grant from the National Science Foundation to provide undergraduate students with intensive experiences in mathematics research.
Read MoreValpo students help set community service record
September 21st, 2009 — Valpo students, faculty and staff joined forces Saturday to help fight world hunger during the second annual VU Day of Caring, packaging 107,352 meals for starving children.
Read MoreValpo celebrates International Day of Peace with activities
September 18th, 2009 — Valparaiso University will host a celebration of the United Nations' International Day of Peace Sept. 21 that features films, a peace-building workshop and community cookout.
Read MoreStudents' work could help protect environment
September 18th, 2009 — Three Valpo students'research on an invasive shrub crowding out native species of plants and animals across the United States could help protect the environment.
Read MoreSenior named best in summer nuclear science program
September 17th, 2009 — Valpo senior Lindsay Gilman was recently named best student in a select group of undergraduates from across the nation who participated in a federal nuclear and radiochemistry program.
Read MoreSustainability conference opened to public
September 17th, 2009 — An Oct. 23 forum sponsored by Valpo's College of Business Administration will feature world-renowned entrepreneur and sustainable business advocate Ray Anderson.
Read MoreGerman House celebrates 10th anniversary
September 17th, 2009 — Valpo's Kade-Duesenberg German House and Cultural Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year as a center for promoting German culture on campus and in the community.
Read MoreFaculty jazz trio to perform Oct. 1
September 15th, 2009 — Valpo's Faculty Jazz Trio will perform an Oct. 1 concert accompanied by Grammy-nominated guitarist and Chicago native Henry Johnson.
Read MoreLecture focuses on Israel, moral problem of Exodus story
September 14th, 2009 — A theological scholar and professor of the Old Testament will present Valpo's annual Kretzmann Lecture on Sept. 21, a talk examining the moral problem of the Exodus story.
Read MoreValpo to dedicate Gandhi-King Center Sept. 23
September 14th, 2009 — Valpo's commitment to global education and diversity will be bolstered with the dedication of the Gandhi-King Center for Diversity and Global Engagement on Sept. 23.
Read MoreChanticleer opens choral series with Oct. 2 concert
September 11th, 2009 — Chanticleer, an acclaimed men's chorus from San Francisco, will perform songs of love and loss, war and peace, on Oct. 2 to open Valpo's Choral Concert Series.
Read MoreValpo hosts youth and family ministry lecture
September 11th, 2009 — The 50th anniversary of the dedication of Valparaiso University's Chapel of the Resurrection will include a youth and family ministry program Sept. 26.
Read MoreChapel 50th anniversary weekend approaches
September 11th, 2009 — The 50th anniversary of the dedication of Valpo's Chapel of the Resurrection will feature several special events taking place Sept. 24-27, including worship, music, lectures and more.
Read MoreCentral American Dinner highlights Hispanic Heritage Month
September 10th, 2009 — Valpo celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month this month, highlighted by the 13th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Dinner on Sept. 19.
Read MoreMemorial to honor long-time theatre professor
September 9th, 2009 — Dr. John Steven Paul's work in the classroom, theatre and church will be celebrated during a Sept. 26 memorial gathering for the 30-year faculty member.
Read MoreHigh school orchestras to perform with Chinese troupe
September 9th, 2009 — Valpo's Confucius Institute will host six high school orchestras from the Great Lakes region Sept. 19 as part of its second annual Great Lakes Confucius Institute Music Festival.
Read MoreStudents and staff volunteer to fight hunger
September 8th, 2009 — The students, faculty and staff of Valparaiso University are joining forces to help fight world hunger during the VU Day of Caring Sept. 19.
Read MoreProfessor's book focuses on early Christians
September 8th, 2009 — Theology professor Lisa Driver is author of "Christ at the Center," a new book examining the beliefs of early Christians and how those beliefs affected the ways in which they lived.
Read MoreEnrollment rises to highest level since 1983
September 8th, 2009 — Valpo's enrollment is at its highest level in more than 25 years this fall, with new records set for enrollment in its graduate and law programs.
Read MoreStudents raise more than $16,000 to bring water to Chinese village
September 8th, 2009 — The Valparaiso University Social Action Leadership Team (SALT), the Chapel of the Resurrection's social justice ministry, raised more than $16,000 to help bring water to a remote village in China.
Read MoreRegional organists featured at festival
September 8th, 2009 — Five organists from Northern Indiana and the Chicago area will perform during Valpo's Community Organist Festival Sept. 13.
Read MoreBach auditions to be held this month
September 4th, 2009 — Valpo's Bach Institute is holding auditions for singers interested in participating in March performance of "St. Matthew Passion."
Read MoreHoosier author featured at Wordfest
September 4th, 2009 — Valpo invites literature lovers to Wordfest this month to hear Indiana-born author Michael Martone discuss his numerous works about the Hoosier state and recent autobiography.
Read MoreUniversity completing reorganization of leadership team
September 4th, 2009 — Valpo is moving toward completing a reorganization of its leadership team with the announcement of a national search for a new vice president for integrated marketing and communications.
Read MoreIn tough economy, career fair continues to draw major employers
September 3rd, 2009 — More than 60 employers including hospitals, local businesses and major corporations are coming to campus Sept. 18 to talk with students about career opportunities
Read MoreLectures focus on history of astronomy
September 2nd, 2009 — Dr. Owen Gingerich, a notable astronomer and historian of science, will speak about the birth of modern astronomy and evolution during lectures Sept. 9 and 10.
Read MoreFormer president Robert Schnabel passes away
September 2nd, 2009 — Dr. Robert V. Schnabel, president of Valpo from 1978 to 1988, died Sept. 1, leaving a legacy of significantly enhancing the University's academic standing.
Read MoreFestival to feature international films
September 1st, 2009 — Movies from Europe, China, India and Mexico will be featured during Valpo's 2009-2010 International Film Festival, a celebration of acclaimed foreign films.
Read MoreConcert features Chicago band The Academy Is...
August 28th, 2009 — Valpo's student radio station WVUR is bringing The Academy Is..., whose latest album was named one of Rolling Stone top 50 albums of 2008, to campus Sept. 12 for SourceStock 2009.
Read MoreExhibit contrasts China's natural, human landscape
August 28th, 2009 — Photographs by art professor Liz Wuerffel explore contrasts and partnerships between China's natural and human made landscape in an exhibit at Valpo's Center for the Arts.
Read MoreSoccer team kicks off health campaign with reggae artist
August 27th, 2009 — The Valpo men's soccer program is teaming with St. Lucian reggae artist Taj Weekes to help launch a public health initiative targeting the diabetes crisis in St. Lucia.
Read MoreSustainability conference responds to Wal-Mart initiative
August 27th, 2009 — Valpo's "Leading the Future of Sustainability" conference has added sessions on consumer goods in response to Wal-Mart's recent initiative to use more sustainable suppliers.
Read MoreRecital series to feature music faculty
August 26th, 2009 — Valpo's Department of Music will present a series of seven recitals featuring the diverse talents of its faculty during the 2009-2010 music season.
Read MoreProgram introduces youth to German language
August 25th, 2009 — Valpo's "Kinger lernen Deutsch" program, now in its 10th year, offers elementary school students an opportunity to learn German through fun and games.
Read MoreMusic department offers lessons to community
August 21st, 2009 — Valpo's Department of Music will offer lessons to pre-college and adult students in voice, keyboard, string, woodwind and brass through its "Partners for Music" program.
Read MoreNew Fitness Center to support campus wellness
August 21st, 2009 — Students, faculty and staff will benefit from a greater variety of opportunities to exercise at Valpo's new Fitness Center, opening in August.
Read MoreValpo continues to be cited for excellence in U.S. News
August 20th, 2009 — For the 21st consecutive year, Valpo has been identified as a top university by U.S. News & World Report, which noted its outstanding teaching in this year's rankings.
Read MoreAstronomy lectures, star gazing scheduled
August 19th, 2009 — Valpo is marking the International Year of Astronomy this fall with a series of lectures, star gazing opportunities and activities for children.
Read MoreLecture series to open with global warming expert
August 19th, 2009 — An award-winning scholar of climate change and its long-term impact on humans will present a Sept. 3 lecture opening the Christ College Symposium series.
Read MoreChinese performing troupe to tour state
August 18th, 2009 — Valpo's Confucius Institute is sponsoring its 2nd Great Lakes Confucius Institute Music Festival, with five performances at Indiana venues Sept. 11-19.
Read MoreLandmark Chapel to celebrate 50th anniversary
August 18th, 2009 — The Chapel of the Resurrection, the heart of spiritual life at Valpo, will celebrate its 50th anniversary during the 2009-2010 academic year with a host of special events.
Read MoreConvocation to celebrate new academic year
August 17th, 2009 — Valpo students, faculty and staff will gather Aug. 25 and usher in the start of the 2009-2010 year during Opening Convocation and a community celebration following the ceremony.
Read MoreIndiana artists, Native American artifacts open season
August 14th, 2009 — Brauer Museum of Art's new season will open with exhibits featuring historic Indiana artists and highlights of an extensive collection of Native American artifacts recently donated to the museum.
Read MoreStudent volunteers provide boost to community
August 13th, 2009 — More than 1,500 Valpo students volunteered their time and talents to improving the quality of life in their communities and throughout the world during the 2008-2009 academic year.
Read MoreValpo to welcome new students Aug. 22
August 12th, 2009 — A host of educational and entertaining events will help introduce Valpo's new students to the campus community during Fall Welcome, beginning Aug. 22.
Read MoreDean's company produces one of 2009's top technologies
August 11th, 2009 — A company co-founded by Valpo's College of Engineering dean has won an award for a silicon carbide-based power module that could improve hybrid vehicles and renewable energy generation systems.
Read MoreTheatre season to feature Shakespeare, 'Cabaret'
August 10th, 2009 — One of Shakespeare's most delightful comedies and the musical adventure "Cabaret" are among the highlights of Valpo's upcoming theatre season.
Read MoreChinese language, culture courses offered this fall
August 10th, 2009 — Valpo's Confucius Institute is offering courses in conversational Chinese, Chinese cooking, Chinese painting and calligraphy and martial arts beginning Aug. 31.
Read MoreChurch architecture scholar appointed to endowed chair
August 7th, 2009 — Dr. Gretchen Buggeln, who has studied the emerging religious culture of post-World War II suburban churches through their architecture, will serve as Duesenberg Chair in Christianity and the Arts.
Read MoreSummer enrollment record set
August 6th, 2009 — Driven by a greater variety of online courses available to students, Valparaiso University has set a new record in summer enrollment.
Read MoreSenior adults invited to learning series
August 6th, 2009 — Senior adults interested in continuing to learn and sharing their knowledge with others are invited to participate in programs ranging from Roman architecture to humanitarian engineering.
Read MoreMBA program to offer sustainability concentration
August 5th, 2009 — A new sustainability program will prepare business leaders to recognize how solving environmental challenges can open new markets and boost profits while ensuring the existence of future generations.
Read MoreSolar energy researcher named to endowed chair
August 4th, 2009 — Dr. Robert Palumbo, one of the world's leading solar energy researchers, has been named to Valpo's Alfred W. Sieving Chair of Engineering in recognition of his outstanding teaching and scholarship.
Read MoreProgram offers senior adults avenue to return to classroom
August 3rd, 2009 — Valpo's Senior Adult Growth through Education program allows seniors to return to the classroom to explore new or ongoing interests.
Read MoreFall semester graduate, adult scholar classes offered
July 31st, 2009 — Valpo offers classes in numerous subjects, from business to education, for graduate students and adult scholars, with the fall semester to start Aug. 25.
Read MoreResearch projects examine impact of invasive plant
July 30th, 2009 — Three Valpo students have spent the summer studying the environmental impact of an invasive shrub that is crowding out native species of plants and animals.
Read MoreIndiana Dunes marsh research examines water quality
July 29th, 2009 — Research by two Valpo students in Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore this summer could help other parks plan their wetlands restoration efforts.
Read MoreHistorian named acting director of Lilly Fellows Program
July 29th, 2009 — Dr. Joseph Creech, a scholar of American history, politics and religion, has been named program director of the Valpo-based Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts.
Read MoreGreen business leader to speak at international conference
July 28th, 2009 — Ray C. Anderson, whose efforts to turn his company into a zero emission manufacturer has made him one of most sought-after experts in sustainable development, will speak at an October conference.
Read MoreAcademic excellence cited in college guide
July 28th, 2009 — Valpo's outstanding academics, supportive campus atmosphere and active social life have received recognition in the new edition of Princeton Review's "The Best 371 Colleges."
Read MoreSuccessful campaign stages Valpo to achieve vision
July 24th, 2009 — Valpo's "Our Valpo, Our Time" comprehensive campaign recently concluded with gifts and pledges totaling more than $238 million, surpassing its goal of $200 million.
Read MoreStudent conducts 'super plastics' research with alumnus
July 22nd, 2009 — Chemistry major Windy Santa Cruz is conducting research this summer at NASA's Langley Research Center with alumnus Rob Bryant, a leading researcher in high performance polymers.
Read MoreMidwest artists, African collection highlight art season
July 21st, 2009 — Works by Indiana's most beloved artists, influential Chicago painter Thomas H. Kapsalis, Native American artifacts and African ceremonial objects will be featured at Brauer Museum.
Read MoreStaff, students to attend Lutheran youth gathering
July 16th, 2009 — Valpo will send 10 staff members and students, including President Mark Heckler, to this year's ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans, taking place July 22-26.
Read MoreUniversity writers to present Aug. 4 reading
July 16th, 2009 — Three Valpo professors will read their poetry and prose during "Literature: LIVE!" Aug. 4 at the Valparaiso Public Library.
Read MoreInternships in China introduce students to global economy
July 15th, 2009 — Journalism major Alex Smith's internship with the Chinese magazine Intouch Zhejiang through Valpo's Summer in China Program provided a first-hand experience in today's global workplace.
Read MoreNative American artifacts donated to museum
July 13th, 2009 — Brauer Museum of Art has received a donation a more than 1,500 arrowheads, axe heads and other Native American artifacts that were collected by a Northwest Indiana farmer.
Read MoreiPhone users flock to students' battery app
July 9th, 2009 — Battery Go!, developed by three Valpo students this summer, has rapidly become one of the most downloaded iPhone applications since its July 5 release and was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times.
Read MorePost-Olympics emissions from China studied by team
July 8th, 2009 — A Valpo professor and two students will continue research into the impact of China's efforts to reduce air pollution for the 2008 Beijing Olympics this summer.
Read MoreUniversity to host global sustainability conference
July 7th, 2009 — Business leaders will learn how to improve reporting of their sustainability and corporate responsibility efforts during an October conference hosted by Valpo's College of Business Administration.
Read MoreNew international economics and finance program offered
July 1st, 2009 — A new master's program at Valpo will prepare individuals to provide the economic and financial analysis needed in an increasingly globalized world.
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