Located at the southeast corner of the Valparaiso University campus, the Valpo Observatory houses a 16 inch, computer-controlled reflecting telescope used for undergraduate instruction and research under the direction of Professor Bruce Hrivnak. Data are acquired from a variety of stellar objects using a spectrophotometer and a CCD camera. Students work on the analysis of this […]
Guest lecturer Daniel R. Melamed, “Performing Bach’s Mass in B Minor in an Age of Choices.” Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. Duesenberg Recital Hall Free admission Daniel R. Melamed is the author of “Hearing Bach’s passions,” and “J. S. Bach and the German Motet.” His visit has been made possible by Linda C. Ferguson, recipient of the Caterpillar […]
The Valparaiso University Art Department has created unique bowls to be auctioned to the Valparaiso University community. The money collected will be donated to international relief. The bowls range from the fantastic to the sublime. Some of the artwork will be drawings, paintings and photography that simply refer to bowls. In addition, between bids, you […]
Being a writer is hard, and being a successful one is even harder. With so many industry myths and pitfalls just ready to snap the unwary, it helps to have a guide. Authors Neal F. Litherland and Meggie Tolkland will be offering their experience to audience members, answering questions and talking about what you have […]
The Panhellenic Council is hosting an Easter egg hunt for children of Valparaiso University faculty and staff, and all area children. Come and join the fun with activities and games for children of all ages. For more information please contact Katelyn Stermer at panhellenic.publicrelations@valpo.edu or Carrie Whittier at carolyn.whittier@valpo.edu. March 24, 2013 Noon – 1 p.m. Reflection Meadow, south […]
Maundy Thursday Worship Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m. Chapel of the Resurrection Maundy Thursday worship will feature personal absolution, foot washing, the Lord’s Supper, music by Kantorei and university Pastor Charlene M. Rachuy Cox will be preaching and presiding. Good Friday Services March 29, noon to 3 p.m. Chapel of the Resurrection Good Friday services […]
The Valparaiso University Alumni Association will host an NCAA Selection Show viewing party in the Harre Union Ballroom. Join the men’s basketball team, pep band, cheerleaders and loyal fans to learn the Crusaders’ seed for the upcoming tournament. The event will include finger food and drinks. Admission is free but space is limited so register […]
Interfaith Panel Discussion: Living Faiths is a dialogue among students from various religious traditions on how they discover their own faith in encountering other faiths and live their respective faiths based on sacred texts and teachings. Panelists include: Guy Shabtay, Jewish student; Saba Uddin, Muslim student; Shiv Yadav, Hindu student; Adam Cook, Christian student. Core approved. The event is sponsored by Surjit […]
Valparaiso University Law School’s Business Law Society and Sports and Entertainment Law Association will host the third annual Catwalk for the Cause Charity Fashion Show to raise money and awareness for Lakeshore PAWS, a local animal rescue organization. All proceeds from ticket sales and donations will go to Lakeshore PAWS. Lakeshore PAWS is dedicated to […]
The Christ College Freshman Debates, held each spring as part of the CC Freshman Program, are the culmination of the honors college’s first-year students’ research, preparation, and practice of the arts of oral argumentation. At the conclusion of each debate, the moderator instructs audience members to “vote their minds” after hearing the arguments by leaving […]