Michael Seger initially marveled as the storm developed in what the 2005 Valparaiso University graduate referred to as “textbook” fashion. Later, he watched in awe as a majestic tornado spun from the dark, low-hanging clouds and dropped from the sky, beginning a slow and eerie dance across the horizon. But as the twister grew, churning […]
Rachel Rockey has a clear vision of what she wants to do with her life: to teach mathematics to high school students and to be a motivational leader for them. “I want to become the teacher that is a light to her students and inspires them to learn — not only teaching mathematics, but inspiring […]
Valpo’s College of Engineering is Only College in Country to Have Three Laureates Named in Past Four Years Valparaiso University alumnus Ben Macy ’13 has been named a Tau Beta Pi Laureate, the highest distinction for an undergraduate engineering student in the United States. The College of Engineering at Valparaiso University is now the only […]
A Valparaiso University student project to bring fresh water to a remote African village will be highlighted at the Clinton Global Initiative University conference Saturday, March 31, in Washington, D.C. “We are excited to see our hard work in Africa shared with this international audience,” said Ivan Martenynko, a senior engineering major and president of […]
Andrew Schrader was in seventh grade when he decided to pursue a career in humanitarian engineering. “I went on a mission trip to Mexico to help build homes,” he said. “I knew it was the kind of work I wanted to continue.” So when he was deciding where to attend college, he knew he wanted […]
Christopher Drapeau, Ph.D., and Todd Hillwig, Ph.D., will serve as University Research Professors at Valpo for the 2020–2021 academic year. The grants recognize and encourage scholarly accomplishments and will afford Drapeau and Hillwig the opportunity to continue creative and original work through one semester of full-time leave with pay or two consecutive semesters with a […]
Christ College has been an influential part of sophomore Michelle Sopetti’s college experience since she first showed interest at Valparaiso University. Although she is a biology/pre-med major, she enjoys the humanities offered to her through the honors college. “I chose Valpo because of Christ College,” Sopetti said. “After I visited CC, I was sold on […]
The Celebration is an opportunity for students to share creative and/or scholarly work that they have undertaken during the past year in a poster or oral format. Wednesday, April 24, 10 a.m. Harre Union Ballrooms A, B & C For a complete schedule of the event, visit the conference schedule page. […]
The inaugural Academic Showcase is a celebration of undergraduate, graduate, and faculty work. It features an amazing range of achievements at Valpo, while showcasing the cross-disciplinary collaborations that happen both inside and outside the classroom. You’re invited to celebrate this exciting event by attending the following: April Student Artist Reception: April 29, 4:30 p.m., Christopher Center 2nd Floor Fireplace Lounge […]
Undergraduate, graduate, and Law School Commencement will be held on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Resurrection. No tickets are needed for December Commencement. A reception for graduates and their guests will be held in the Harre Union Ballrooms immediately following the commencement ceremony. Visit valpo.edu/commencement for more details. Graduates: Please […]