Valparaiso University Dance Marathon

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The second annual Valparaiso University Dance Marathon will be Saturday, Feb. 1, from 2-10 p.m., in the Hilltop Gym. The Valparaiso University Dance Marathon is a student-run philanthropy event that raises money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in the surrounding areas. For 2014, the Valpo Dance Marathon will donate all proceeds to Lurie Children’s Hospital of […]

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Valparaiso University Hosts Annual Northwestern Indiana Science and Engineering Fair Feb. 22

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Valparaiso University will host the 61st annual Northwestern Indiana Science and Engineering Fair Feb. 22, bringing together students from schools in Porter, LaPorte, Starke, Jasper, Newton, and Pulaski counties. The event highlights the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through exciting events for middle school and high school students. Volunteers are sought from the […]

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Valparaiso University Introduces Business Analytics Degree

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The College of Business at Valparaiso University has developed a new major in business analytics, joining an emerging trend in higher education seeking to address a growing marketplace need. The program will build on the College’s history of developing ethical professionals who are leaders in their fields. “There is a shortage of employees who have […]

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Macbeth

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Performance Dates: February 19 – 21, 8 p.m. February 22 – 23, 2 p.m. *All performances held in the Studio Theatre at the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts. Tickets:  $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and non-Valpo students. Admission is free for Valpo students, faculty, and staff. About the performance: Greed, guilt, prophecy, […]

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Valparaiso University Hosts World Banquet Feb. 15

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WHO: The Valparaiso International Student Association (VISA) at Valparaiso University presents the 34th annual World Banquet – “Passport to the World” to expose students, faculty, staff, and the community to different cultures. WHAT: The World Banquet offers the opportunity to experience new and different cultures through cuisine and performances representing countries around the world. Tickets are $10 for […]

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Valparaiso University Hosts Willis Boyd History Lecture Featuring Historian Darren Dochuk

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WHO: Valparaiso University welcomes historian and former Lilly Fellow Darren Dochuk for the 2014 Willis Boyd History Lecture, part of the annual Christ College Symposium and presented in partnership with the Department of History. The lecture honors former Valpo history professor Will Boyd. Dochuk is associate professor in the humanities at the John C. Danforth […]

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Valpo Welcomes New Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration

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Valparaiso University has selected John Palmucci as the Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration. Most recently Palmucci served as the Vice President for Finance and Treasurer at Loyola University Maryland. He begins employment at the University on April 14. In his new role, Palmucci will provide prudent oversight of the University’s strategic financial goals, […]

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Valparaiso University Selects Next Provost after National Search

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Valparaiso University announces Mark L. Biermann, Ph.D., will join the University as incoming Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs effective July 1, 2014. In his role, Biermann will be responsible for leadership and oversight of the University’s academic programs as well as student affairs, including campus ministries, international programs, and diversity initiatives. “I’m […]

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