Valparaiso University Named Best in Nation for Contribution to Public Good

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Valparaiso University is the No. 1 master’s university, as announced today in Washington Monthly’s annual college rankings. According to the magazine’s system, colleges are ranked by their contribution to the country, and it recognizes institutions that provide an outstanding education while maintaining affordability. “This tremendous honor is a testament to what we already know — […]

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Defining Experiences: Leandro Jaime ’16 uncovers “The Power of &” at Valpo

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First-generation student and fearless leader; a head for business and a heart for community; fraternity brother and focused communicator; mentee and mentor; embracing diversity and empowering others; inspired and inspiring. Already exhibiting a myriad of defining traits, Leandro Jaime ’16 is just beginning the journey to realizing his potential. Valpo students are not defined by […]

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Making Miracles: Fourth Annual Dance Marathon Strives to Change Lives

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Their mission is simple: to dance for those who can’t. For the fourth year in a row, Valpo Dance Marathon continues to evolve and become a fixture at Valparaiso University as one of the largest University-wide philanthropy events. On Saturday, April 9, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., students from across Valpo’s campus will have […]

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Discovering Purpose Through Leadership, Musicianship, and Scholarship

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At Valpo, Emily Robinson ’17 has blossomed in countless ways — as a leader, collaborator, scholar, educator, musician, and motivator. Even though Emily may not know exactly where she’ll be after graduation, she is confident Valpo has prepared her for whatever career path she may choose. From St. Louis, Emily toured more than 20 schools […]

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Washington Monthly Recognizes Valparaiso University for Value, Contribution to Public Good

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Valparaiso University is the No. 4 master’s university in the nation, as announced today in Washington Monthly’s annual college rankings. According to the magazine’s system, colleges are ranked by their contribution to the country, and it recognizes institutions that provide an outstanding education while maintaining affordability. Criteria include cutting-edge research and scholarship, recruiting and graduating […]

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Washington Monthly Honors Valparaiso University for Contribution to Public Good

Campus in the fall

Valparaiso University is a top 10 master’s university in the nation, as announced today in Washington Monthly’s annual college rankings. The publication says it measures “what colleges do for their country” and recognizes institutions that provide an outstanding education while maintaining affordability. Criteria include cutting-edge research and scholarship, recruiting and graduating low-income students and civic […]

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Family Legacy: Olivia Janke ’20 Blazes Her Own Path

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Comfort. Opportunity. Growth. These are a few of Olivia’s words for Valpo. A second-generation Valpo student, Olivia was more than a little familiar with the University prior to her decision to attend, but what she didn’t fully appreciate was her ability to do it all at Valpo — premier academics, Division I athletics, Lutheran Leaders, […]

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Promoting Equality: Valpo Faculty Receive Martin Luther King Jr. Award

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Since 1995, Valparaiso University has presented its Martin Luther King Jr. Award to individuals and groups within the Valpo community who have made significant and lasting contributions to creating an environment where diversity is honored and respected on campus and beyond. During the annual MLK Celebration Convocation on Jan. 15, the 2018 Martin Luther King […]

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Leadership, Community, and Faith

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Service. Leadership. Vocation. For Caleb Rollins ’15, these words defined his experience at Valpo and created his path to philanthropic work as development manager for Lutheran Services in America. Caleb was initially drawn to Valpo for its “home away from home” community, but he says the financial support and the promises of the Christ College […]

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Engineers conduct environmental work in Africa

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Members of Valparaiso University student organization Engineers Without Borders recently embarked on a journey to remote areas of Tanzania to work on projects that are making a huge difference in the lives of Tanzanians. Valpo engineers, alongside members of the Village of Masaera, completed an impressive structure in the Masaera Irrigation Canal in Kilimanjaro, allowing […]

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