Many students are drawn to Valpo for the academic programs offered. Others for the opportunity to compete in NCAA Division 1 athletics. Yet others are drawn to the community found in our faith and student life. For Cailey Rooker ’24, it was all of the above and so much more — “Valpo was an answered […]
Antuane Thompson ’20 had plenty of options regarding his higher education plans. He was accepted to all seven universities he applied to while participating in a college degree path program at his high school. Antuane visited several of these campuses but says Valpo had something special he was looking for. “I kind of just fell […]
When Josh Langhoff ’99 took organ lessons at Valparaiso University, he wasn’t dreaming of playing at Wrigley Field. He was simply following his advisor’s advice to give him more career options as a music major. “My advisor, Reddel Professor of Music Dennis Friesen-Carper, recommended that I take a couple semesters of organ lessons because Valpo […]
When Kudakwashe (Kuda) Chikonyora ’25 arrived at Valparaiso University from Zimbabwe four years ago, he had never visited the United States before. Now, he’s graduating with a bachelor of science in actuarial science and is preparing to address his classmates as one of this year’s Baccalaureate speakers while looking forward to beginning his career in […]
Was the dream career you had when you were a kid the same as the one you are pursuing now as an adult? For Emmett Twomey ’23, the answer is yes! From a young age, Emmett knew he wanted to be a meteorologist. His fascination with weather began in first grade when a tornado warning […]
When Dylan Grace ’23 first stepped onto Valparaiso University’s campus, he had no idea how transformative his college experience would be. What began as an unexpected choice quickly became the foundation for a life rooted in discovery, growth, and purpose. At Valpo, Dylan didn’t just earn a degree — he crafted a future grounded in […]
When Jailynn Hubbard ’25 spotted a flyer for Valparaiso University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions in the break room at Northwest Health, she couldn’t have imagined how that moment would transform her life. Now, as she prepares to walk across the Commencement stage, Jailynn reflects on her remarkable journey as a healthcare leadership major […]
Aly Kinzie’s ’19, ’20 MHCA, journey is one of growth, passion, and dedication — all illuminated by the light that Valpo nurtured within her. As a local student interested in healthcare-related programs, Valpo was always on Aly’s radar. The University’s reputation, paired with familial connections, made it an easy choice. But it was the sense […]
For Lauren Marciniak ’20, MBA, Meaghan McArdle ’21, ’22 MHCA, and Amanda Trojanowski ’23, ’24 MHCA, their journeys through Valparaiso University’s undergraduate healthcare leadership program were more than just academic experiences – they were stepping stones toward careers where leadership meets impact. Now thriving at NorthShore Health Centers, these alumni not only built meaningful careers but […]
Kaitlyn Steinhiser ’21 knew for a long time that she wanted to make a difference in the lives of Indiana residents. A double-major in political science and communication, with a minor in Spanish, she has recently taken on a role in the state government as the director of policy for Indiana’s Department of Workforce Development. […]
