- 2009 - 2010 Academic Year News Release Archive
Student-athletes' success demonstrated in NCAA report
November 18th, 2009 — The graduation success rate of Valpo's student-athletes is significantly higher than the national average and is the highest among Horizon League schools, according to a new NCAA report.
Read MoreYellow Ribbon program draws veterans to Valpo
November 9th, 2009 — Valpo is currently hosting 10 veterans through the Yellow Ribbon Program, an expansion of the G.I. Bill that helps pay their tuition expenses.
Read MoreValpo, Concordia-New York form partnership
November 3rd, 2009 — A strategic alliance between Valpo and Concordia College-New York will enhance their educational quality through a focus on global education, experiential learning and integration of disciplines.
Read MoreEngineers to give keynote at youth global water event
October 22nd, 2009 — Valpo's chapter of Engineers Without Borders will teach Indiana middle school science students about global water issues at a Nov. 13 leadership conference in Indianapolis.
Read MoreWomen engineers win national, regional awards
October 20th, 2009 — Valparaiso University's female engineering students and faculty have won a national award for their activities through the Society of Women Engineers chapter on campus.
Read More150 most influential Valpo people announced
October 9th, 2009 — CEOs of Fortune 100 companies, a Super Bowl champion, prominent U.S. Senator, National Book Award winner and eye disease researcher are among those on a list of Valpo's 150 most influential people.
Read MoreEngineering program in China established
October 6th, 2009 — Valpo's College of Engineering is expanding its global presence with the launch of a new program that will allow engineering students to study and work in China.
Read MoreMathematics research funded by federal grant
September 21st, 2009 — Valpo has received a $240,688 grant from the National Science Foundation to provide undergraduate students with intensive experiences in mathematics research.
Read MoreStudents' work could help protect environment
September 18th, 2009 — Three Valpo students'research on an invasive shrub crowding out native species of plants and animals across the United States could help protect the environment.
Read MoreEnrollment rises to highest level since 1983
September 8th, 2009 — Valpo's enrollment is at its highest level in more than 25 years this fall, with new records set for enrollment in its graduate and law programs.
Read MoreIn tough economy, career fair continues to draw major employers
September 3rd, 2009 — More than 60 employers including hospitals, local businesses and major corporations are coming to campus Sept. 18 to talk with students about career opportunities
Read MoreValpo continues to be cited for excellence in U.S. News
August 20th, 2009 — For the 21st consecutive year, Valpo has been identified as a top university by U.S. News & World Report, which noted its outstanding teaching in this year's rankings.
Read MoreValpo to welcome new students Aug. 22
August 12th, 2009 — A host of educational and entertaining events will help introduce Valpo's new students to the campus community during Fall Welcome, beginning Aug. 22.
Read MoreDean's company produces one of 2009's top technologies
August 11th, 2009 — A company co-founded by Valpo's College of Engineering dean has won an award for a silicon carbide-based power module that could improve hybrid vehicles and renewable energy generation systems.
Read MoreSummer enrollment record set
August 6th, 2009 — Driven by a greater variety of online courses available to students, Valparaiso University has set a new record in summer enrollment.
Read MoreSolar energy researcher named to endowed chair
August 4th, 2009 — Dr. Robert Palumbo, one of the world's leading solar energy researchers, has been named to Valpo's Alfred W. Sieving Chair of Engineering in recognition of his outstanding teaching and scholarship.
Read MoreResearch projects examine impact of invasive plant
July 30th, 2009 — Three Valpo students have spent the summer studying the environmental impact of an invasive shrub that is crowding out native species of plants and animals.
Read MoreAcademic excellence cited in college guide
July 28th, 2009 — Valpo's outstanding academics, supportive campus atmosphere and active social life have received recognition in the new edition of Princeton Review's "The Best 371 Colleges."
Read MoreSuccessful campaign stages Valpo to achieve vision
July 24th, 2009 — Valpo's "Our Valpo, Our Time" comprehensive campaign recently concluded with gifts and pledges totaling more than $238 million, surpassing its goal of $200 million.
Read MoreiPhone users flock to students' battery app
July 9th, 2009 — Battery Go!, developed by three Valpo students this summer, has rapidly become one of the most downloaded iPhone applications since its July 5 release and was featured in the Chicago Sun-Times.
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