Kevin Ostoyich, Ph.D., professor of history, was invited to speak to students in a new course devoted to refugees at Vassar College. The course uses four of his articles on Shanghai refugees: “A Survivor’s Luck: Reflections on Berlin and Shanghai;” “The Dealer’s Cards: How Gary Sternberg Made the Best of Them;” “A Profile of the […]
Bonnie Dahlke Goebbert, assistant dean for strategic initiatives in the Student Life Division, has been selected as the August 2020 SEAC Employee of the Month. According to one of her nominators, Bonnie’s leadership skills were invaluable in planning, coordinating, and facilitating the on-campus FOCUS sessions this past summer. “Due to Bonnie’s leadership, the University was […]
Elections for Staff Employee Advocacy Council (SEAC) representation are underway. Your participation helps ensure that SEAC consists of the best staff to represent all hourly and salary employees of Valparaiso University. All staff members are encouraged to vote for five hourly and five salary representatives. Election ballots may be submitted through Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020. […]
Hello Students, Can you believe we are almost at the end of week 5 of classes? I’m so proud of all of you for all you are doing to keep the spread of COVID-19 at bay so we can continue to be in community together. Please stay vigilant and continue the great work! The University […]
Dear 2020 Valparaiso University Graduates: Planning is underway to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our spring, summer, and fall graduates. Our goal is to host an in-person ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020. Valparaiso University is working diligently, in coordination with the Porter County Health Department to plan this ceremony in a safe and responsible […]
This year Open Enrollment will run from Nov. 9–22. Meetings will be held virtually and will be made available both live and on demand. Human Resources will also be hosting a virtual Benefits Fair this year. Find more information here. […]
As submitted by Human Resources. Birthdays Sept. 10: Matthew Becker, Theology; Neha Tripathi, Nursing and Health Professions; Stephanie Sepiol, Alumni Relations; Jonathan Plant, OneCard; Jeremy Walker, World Languages and Cultures Sept. 11: Jan Salyer, VUPD Sept. 12: Timothy Valdivia, Building Services; Danielle Franklin, Athletics Sept. 13: Charles Steck, Music Sept. 14: Jill McCoy, Athletics; Leeann […]
As submitted by faculty and staff. Mark Wagenaar, assistant professor of English, had the poem, “Last Dreams,” chosen as an honorable mention in the contest of Gris-Gris, where it will be published. […]
The Crisis of the Abuse of Power and Christian Reconciliation Friday, Oct. 9, 2020 5 p.m. Central Zoom and YouTube Livestream Panelists: Rev. Kristine Suna-Koro, Associate Professor of Theology, Xavier University Adam DeVille, Associate Professor of Theology, University of St. Francis Ashley Purpura, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, Purdue University Nicholas Denysenko, Ph.D., Emil & […]
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