


BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Celebrate Black History Month With BSO
Throughout the month of February, we encourage our entire Valparaiso University community to come together to honor and reflect on the ongoing story of Black history and its integral impact on our collective legacy. Valpo’s Black Student Organization (BSO) will be hosting several games, movies, and informational sessions throughout the month. All events are free and open to the public.

Realizing The Dream
Following in the footsteps of generations of Valpo alumni, the first thing Jacqueline Rios ’27 found when she stepped foot on campus was a sense of belonging. As a first-generation student, Jacqueline has thrived in Valpo’s digital media arts program. Her enduring determination and calling to servant-leadership has earned her the prestigious Realizing the Dream scholarship.

Valpo MBA Ranked One of the Best in the Nation
The Valparaiso University College of Business’ master of business administration just earned a prestigious spot on U.S. News & World Report’s list of 2025 Best Online MBA Programs – a strong pathway for recent graduates and working professionals alike. This honorable ranking reflects the flexibility of the Valpo MBA, recognizing the program for its strong academic foundations, class engagement, and expert faculty mentors.

Reaching for the Stars
Here at Valpo, the stars get closer. Astronomy student Hunter Wood ’26 turned the glow-in-the-dark stars on his bedroom ceiling into intensive intergalactic research. His experience ties back to the reason he chose Valpo in the first place: Lending his light to a field he loves most.