The National Panhellenic Conference, one of the nation’s largest advocacy organizations for women, is recognizing the sorority community at Valparaiso University with its College Panhellenic Excellence Award. Valpo is one of only 14 colleges and universities across the country to receive this honor. College Panhellenics comprise all sororities on campus and are scored on criteria […]
Valparaiso University offered nearly 30 focus sessions during its Monday, Jan. 21, Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. The focus sessions took place in two different time frames during the afternoon — from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. and from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. — in various locations across campus. Each focus session — small breakouts led […]
Avery Davis was still in high school when he was first introduced to the sheng — a traditional Chinese instrument made of bamboo pipes that looks a little like a xylophone turned on its side. Holes in the pipes allow the performer to change the pitch of the instrument, or one can use combinations of […]
Valpo faculty are invested in the success of their students and recognize the potential barriers students face in college. First-generation faculty like Beth Scaglione-Sewell, Ph.D., professor of biology and director of the undergraduate anatomy lab, and Bob Clark, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry and director of the MSEED program, want students to know they can […]
From Maple Grove, Minnesota, Lauren Kadlec ’24 has a Valpo story marked by challenges, triumphs, and unwavering determination. Full of passion burning brightly within her and radiating outward, Lauren’s enthusiasm for her field is palpable. “I love engineering. It’s what I’m passionate about,” she shares, her eyes alight with fervor. “I was in robotics for […]
Aug. 11, 2021 — Valparaiso, Indiana — The Valparaiso University men’s basketball program and head coach Matt Lottich announced the bulk of the team’s 2021-2022 nonconference schedule on Wednesday. The program revealed seven home nonconference games and two exhibitions at the Athletics-Recreation Center. Fans will have the opportunity to get an early look at the […]
MLK Celebration 2013: Building Bridges: Dream. Dialogue. Service. Events schedule: Wednesday, Jan. 23 Law School mock congressional debate, 6-7:30 p.m., Law School, Wesemann Hall Thursday, Jan. 24 Valparaiso University Law School MLK speaker: Karen Freeman-Wilson, 4 p.m., Law School, Wesemann Hall Previous events: Wednesday, Jan. 16 Art and essay contest recognition and award ceremony, 6-7 […]
With the support of two generous gifts, the project to renovate Bauer Field, Valparaiso University’s baseball field, is off to a strong start. The two gifts total $550,000 and will provide the resources to install synthetic turf on the infield and down the foul lines. The total project will be done in two phases and, […]
On Sunday Nov. 11, Valparaiso University Greek life hosted the inaugural Dance Marathon. Student organizations from across campus registered their members to come and remain on their feet for the entire six-hour event, which raised $10,417.07 for Riley Children’s Hospital. The event included choreographed dances taught and led by Valpo’s ballroom, cheer, and dance teams, […]
I held off on writing this blog for as long as possible because frankly, I didn’t know how my internship experience would develop. When I got the email asking if I would be interested in an internship position at DHL Shipping and Logistics as a Talent Acquisition intern, I hesitated. I have a great opportunity […]