Every year, the Department of English brings noted writers to campus through Wordfest, the University’s annual reading series. Writers read from their work and meet with students in the classroom, often additionally being interviewed by “The Lighter,” Valpo’s undergraduate literary journal. This year, for the first time, a special invitation is extended to alumni to join […]
Continuing a commitment to educating global citizens who are prepared to lead and serve in church and society, Valparaiso University has partnered with Lumenus USA in the creation of The Lumenus USA Center for Global Leadership at Valparaiso University. Enrolling nearly 4,000 students representing most states and more than 50 countries, Valparaiso University strives to […]
Symphony no. 1: “The Lord of the Rings” with Johan de Meij as composer and guest conductor. Featuring Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band and Windiana. Part of “Celebrating The Hobbit: a conference on the works of J.R.R. Tolkien” Saturday, March 2 at 5 p.m. Chapel of the Resurrection Special ticket pricing applies Visit valpo.edu/music for more information […]
The Bach Institute at Valparaiso University presents its triennial performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Mass in B Minor on Saturday, March 23, featuring the Valparaiso University Chorale and Bach Choir. Bach’s most beloved and inspirational piece, Mass in B Minor is a universal statement of Christian faith that speaks to the essence of the human […]
Learn the steps to finding internship opportunities. Tips, leads, resources and strategies will be shared and discussed. Friday, March 22, 3-4 p.m. Career Center […]
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 Brauer Museum of Art will be hosting opening receptions during March and April of 2013. The list of opening receptions is listed below. For more information visit The Brauer Museum website. Graduate Student and Faculty Art from Renmin University, Beijing Opening reception: Wednesday, April 10, 7 p.m. Valparaiso University Art Student Exhibition Opening reception […]