FOCUS new-student orientation has been moved to July. There will now be six (6) one-day sessions, with no overnight stays on campus. The number of participants per session will be set at a level through which we can be together while still allowing for distancing. FOCUS registration will be automatically moved to a new session […]
Kevin Steele, director of instructional technology, design, and assessment for the Valparaiso Institute for Teaching and Learning (VITAL), has been selected as the April 2020 SEAC Employee of the Month. According to one of his nominators, “Kevin has been THE person to guide us through the new world of distance learning. Kevin jumped into action […]
Turning Off Notifications: Having trouble focusing on a project while working? Try turning off your notifications on your phone and computer. These “dings” and pop-ups are a distraction and interrupt our thoughts and ability to focus. For more tips on improving your focus, check out this learning course on LinkedIn Learning, a free resource for […]
Regalia will be available to be purchased online on the bookstore website beginning on May 7. Visit the Book Store website and choose “Shop” in the top left menu header and select “Graduation.” Students can then choose either the bachelor or master gown depending on the degree being awarded. Complete the rest of the process, add […]
As submitted by Human Resources. Birthdays May 7: William Sanders, Landscape Maintenance; Alijah Hunter, VUPD May 8: Leonard Lumbardy, Maintenance Services May 9: Kelly Migler, Nursing and Health Professions; Anthony Suarez, Psychology; Stacey Miller, Provost and Academic Affairs; Natalie Muskin-Press, Counseling Services May 10: Helene Wright, Advancement; Maryann Dudzinski, Education; Erica Sponberg, Arts and Sciences; […]
As we chart the course for the weeks and months that lie ahead, we have created new task forces to prepare detailed plans relevant to their specific areas: Academic Affairs Campus Life Rapid Response for Student Recruitment and Retention In addition, our Incident Command Team is focused on plans to resume operations when it is […]
Valparaiso University is pleased to announce a new program designed to enhance professional development and improve communication and leadership skills for faculty and staff. Leadership Education Across Departments (LEADs) will begin in August of 2020. The program serves faculty and staff who are interested in developing their skills and learning more about Valparaiso University as […]
Roger Weitgenant, JD ’90, age 56, husband of Ann Weitgenant, associate director of financial aid, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Obituary may be viewed here. Memorial donations may be made in Roger’s name to Hilltop Childcare Development Center, Valparaiso. […]
As submitted by Human Resources. Birthdays April 30: Linda Schmidt, Christ College; Kristy Merritt, Human Resources; Sharon Jackson, Annual Giving. May 1: Jeri Simms, Nursing and Health Professions; Marilyn Simpson, Financial Aid; Carolyn Simpson, Institutional Effectiveness; Jaime Bump, Nursing and Health Professions; Suzanne Genovese, Nursing and Health Professions. May 2: Alesha McClanahan, Nursing and Health […]
Valparaiso University, through the OneCard Office, is a member of the National Association of Campus Card Users (NACCU). Higher Education institutions from both the United States and Canada are members of this organization. Each summer there is a conference in which representatives from the member schools attend to learn new trends/topics in the campus ID […]