A highly regarded educator and scientist and two Valparaiso University graduates with a long history of service to the local community were awarded honorary degrees from the University during commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 20. Receiving honorary degrees at the ceremony for students completing graduate and undergraduate degrees were Dr. Carl Richard Hagen, doctor of […]
Category: Alumni
Valpo Grad Named Alumni Relations Director
Valparaiso University has announced that Linda J. Roettger will join the University as the Director of Alumni Relations. Roettger is a Valpo alum, having graduated in 1974 with a Bachelor of Science degree. In her role Roettger will focus on increasing opportunities for alumni engagement and on enhancing and expanding alumni programs to help support […]
Homecoming Concert features an “˜eclectic, engaging blend’ of music
The 16th Annual Homecoming Concert will kick-off an exciting year for the Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra as they prepare for their tour of New Year’s Gala Concerts in China from Dec. 27, 2012 through Jan. 7, 2013. The Homecoming Concert takes place at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, in the Chapel of the Resurrection. The […]
Clark Returns to Valpo in Alumni Relations Role
Jill (Dierberg ’06) Clark recently began her work at Valparaiso University as associate director of alumni relations. She graduated from Valpo with a degree in theology and has since achieved a master’s degree in theological studies and a PhD in religion and social change. “When I graduated from Valparaiso in 2006,” Clark said, “I always […]
Valpo Alumni Invited to ‘Read a Book’
Every year, the Department of English brings noted writers to campus through Wordfest, the University’s annual reading series. Writers read from their work and meet with students in the classroom, often additionally being interviewed by “The Lighter,” Valpo’s undergraduate literary journal. This year, for the first time, a special invitation is extended to alumni to join […]
Time Remains to Take Part in Spirit of Valpo Challenge
The Spirit of Valpo Challenge was made possible by two generous alumni, Tim ’76 and Leslie (Hallman ’77) Paul, loyal alumni and parents of a current Valpo junior. The Challenge seeks to encourage alumni and friends to stay connected to the University through their support. The first gift from each donor that qualifies for the […]
Placement Exceeds 90 Percent for 20 Consecutive Years
Valparaiso University has achieved a 95.7 percent placement rate for 2011-2012 graduates, marking the 20th straight year of placement rates higher than 90 percent. Through dedication to preparing students for a post-Valpo life and a time-tested career services strategy, the independent Lutheran university graduates accomplished students who attain job and graduate school placement throughout the […]
Alumni Association Tour
President Mark Heckler and First Lady Veronica Heckler will tour the United States throughout the 2013-2014 academic year. Attend an event at a location near you to hear first-hand about the promising future of the University and its students. Details about venues and times are available here. Tuesday, January 14, 2014 – Heard Museum, Phoenix, Ariz. […]
Andrew Nunemaker: Leadership and Service in Action
Andrew Nunemaker ’91 will speak at the inaugural event of the Institute for Leadership and Service’s new speakers series on Thursday, Oct. 17, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. The event is presented in partnership with the Christ College Symposium. Join us for this interactive event and learn about leadership and service in action. Philanthropist and entrepreneur Andy Nunemaker ’91 earned his bachelor of […]
Institute for Leadership and Service at Valparaiso University Welcomes Philanthropist, Entrepreneur Andrew Nunemaker to Campus
CEO of Dynamis Software to Kick Off New Speakers Series on Oct. 17 Valparaiso University’s Institute for Leadership and Service will launch its new speaker series with Andrew Nunemaker ’91, an influential entrepreneur and philanthropist who will speak about “Leadership and Service in Action” on Thursday, Oct. 17. Nunemaker is CEO of Dynamis Software Corporation, […]