FOCUS New-Student Orientation is an overnight program held on campus assisting new Crusaders in their transition to life at Valpo. FOCUS is required of all new students and is strongly recommended for parents/guardians of new first-year students.< What happens at FOCUS: Meet new classmates Take placement exams Register for classes Learn about the Valpo campus And more! FOCUS […]
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$15 million gift to help fund chapel improvements
One of the largest gifts in Valparaiso University history will ensure the preservation of the Chapel of the Resurrection and enable opportunities for significant enhancement to this enduring symbol of faith. The $15 million gift from the Rev. Mark and Kathy Helge will support the most critical preservation issues facing the chapel while adding programmatic […]
Valpo MBA program sees record influx of students
Enrollment in Valparaiso University’s MBA program in the 2010-2011 academic year has increased 35 percent over last year, the largest year-over-year increase in the program’s history. “Valparaiso University has a reputation for quality and the MBA program is no exception,” said Bruce MacLean, director of Valpo’s graduate programs in management. “Students are coming to Valpo […]
Counseling program earns national accreditation
Valparaiso University’s Graduate Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program has earned national recognition for its commitment to promoting the thorough education and effective preparation of licensed clinical mental health counselors. During the 2010-2011 academic year, the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited Valpo’s CMHC program as a Mental Health Program […]
Valparaiso University Named Among Nation’s Best Universities by U.S. News & World Report
For three decades, U.S. News & World Report has identified Valparaiso University as one of the best universities in the country. In the 2021 edition, released today, Valpo was ranked No. 160 among more than 380 of the nation’s most elite public and private doctoral granting institutions. “We are honored that U.S. News & World […]
Valparaiso University’s German Program Honored for Excellence
Valparaiso University’s German Program has been designated a German Center of Excellence by the American Association of Teachers of German (AATG). Valpo is one of the only two U.S collegiate institutions to ever receive this honor from the organization. This is the first year that such a designation has been considered for institutions on the […]
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 […]
Accreditation Renewed for Engineering Programs
The Engineering Accreditation Commission of The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) has re-accredited academic programs offered in the College of Engineering at Valparaiso University. ABET Inc. is the recognized accrediting agency for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology. Covered by the action are programs leading to bachelor of […]
Gallery Talk with Artist John Himmelfarb
Artist John Himmelfarb will discuss his current exhibition, as well as his working methods and sources of inspiration in creating works of art dealing with the subject of trucks. This event is free and open to the public. The event will begin at 7 p.m. in the Brauer Museum of Art. Visit valpo.edu/artmuseum for more […]
Pianist Choi featured at Valpo’s presentation of Bach’s “˜The Art of Fugue’
Valparaiso University’s Department of Music, in conjunction with the Bach Institute at Valparaiso University, presents Bach’s “The Art of Fugue,” featuring Canadian pianist Winston Choi, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, in the Duesenberg Recital Hall at the Center for the Arts. For tickets, directions, and parking information, visit valpo.edu/TheArts or call the box office […]