International students travel an enormous distance to receive a Valpo education, leaving behind everything familiar to enter a completely new culture. They go long stretches of time without seeing home or family, so for the holiday season, Valpo faculty and staff were invited to participate in Thanksgiving MEAL @ Valpo, where volunteer hosts agree to […]
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 […]
How does it feel to defend your title as champions?Lauren Kadlec ’24: I feel very proud of our team. I have been walking on clouds since the win. Victory is very sweet.Kristina Labovic ’23: It feels amazing and well-deserved! What do you think was different this time around?Lauren Kadlec: Our robot drivers have been practicing for […]
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 […]
Being a student at Valparaiso University gives you access to numerous resources and opportunities throughout your collegiate career. On campus, you have the ability to create your Valpo experience by taking on leadership positions, joining organizations that align with your passions, and experiencing a wide variety of courses. It is important to know what helpful […]
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 […]
Inaugural Class of Education Leadership Fellows, New Class of Teaching Fellows Recognized at Statehouse Governor Mike Pence has recognized the selection of Fellows in two programs designed to bring new skills and leadership to some of Indiana’s highest-need schools — and to make the state’s best schools more internationally competitive. The first-ever class of Woodrow Wilson […]