For this “Read This Next” post, I am recommending “Christmas Days: 12 Stories and 12 Feasts for 12 Days” by Jeanette Winterson and “Redwall” by Brian Jacques. Reading slumps — a period of disinterest in books — can happen to anyone, even librarians. My reading slump has lasted since the first pandemic lockdown. I have a hard time either […]
Martin Buinicki, Ph.D., professor of English at Valparaiso University has been appointed the next Richard P. Baepler Distinguished Professor in the Humanities. The four-year professorship is a rotating appointment honoring exceptional teachers focused on advancing interdisciplinary and integrative study of the humanities in accord with Valparaiso University’s mission. Professor Buinicki’s term in the role will […]
Nirupama Devaraj, Ph.D., associate professor of economics and associate dean of graduate studies and online education and Margarita Rayzberg, Ph.D., assistant professor of sociology and criminology, are collaborating on an interdisciplinary project looking into the impact of differing family structures on the help-seeking behaviors of women experiencing intimate partner violence in India. This research has […]
Valpo Selected as Winner in 35th Annual Telly Awards The Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications at Valparaiso University is a Silver (the highest honor) and Bronze winner in the 35th Annual Telly Awards for their advertisement titled “Where Passion Meets Purpose.” There were nearly 12,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries. The […]
The holidays are almost here, and that means we are getting ready to embrace the magic of the Christmas season at Valparaiso University and enjoying musical performances from our stellar ensembles. Among those groups, one in particular serves as a very direct link to the University’s Lutheran identity, focusing on bringing liturgy and faith into […]
Before I began college, the idea of studying abroad intrigued me. During my sophomore year, when I received an email from Christ College — The Honors College about the opportunity to travel to Italy over winter break, I immediately knew I wanted to apply. Going to Italy in general was beyond exciting to me, but the content […]
Dec. 14, 2023 – Valparaiso, Indiana – Valparaiso University invites the campus community and members of the public to attend the annual event to honor the memory of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 15, 2023. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Realizing the Dream Through Healing and Resilience.” Speakers at the […]
Another edition of the Valpo Magazine is here, now in its all-new, digital format at valpomagazine.com. In this inaugural online edition, you will meet the newest head men’s basketball coach, Roger Powell Jr. and learn about his plans for bringing Valpo athletics into a new era. Alumni will share their life-changing experiences, from saving lives […]
Spring commencement caps another exciting year for the Valparaiso University community as it continues its legacy in education, leadership, faith and service. The University along with its students and faculty marked achievements during the 2015-2016 academic year in the classroom and beyond. “As our year comes to a close, I admire the dedication to learning, […]
The announcement of a regional tech hub landing in Indiana hit home for Valparaiso University earlier this week. As the only university in Northwest Indiana on the state-wide consortium, Valpo celebrated the successful pursuit of Heartland BioWorks being designated as a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub and the possibility of its significant benefits for Indiana […]