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Valparaiso University Graduate Named James Madison Fellow
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Valpo Athletics Inducts Hall of Fame Class of 2016
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Valparaiso Athletics Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2016
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Lutheran Deaconess Association Celebrates 70-year Partnership with Valpo
Grads Document History of Downtown Valpo Neighborhood
Valpo Alumni Report on Historic Oklahoma Tornado
Alumni Association Tour
Placement Exceeds 90 Percent for 20 Consecutive Years
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Time Remains to Take Part in Spirit of Valpo Challenge
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Valpo Alumni Invited to ‘Read a Book’
Clark Returns to Valpo in Alumni Relations Role
Nunemaker speaks at Valpo’s December commencement
Homecoming Concert features an “˜eclectic, engaging blend’ of music
Valpo Grad Named Alumni Relations Director
Community leaders, noted scientist among honorary degree recipients
Graduate placement rate tops 90 percent for 19th consecutive year
Duesenbergs make $5 million gift to help fund Welcome Center
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College of Engineering releases iPad app
Valpo MBA graduate, engineering professors honored for innovation
Donald V. Fites Engineering Innovation Center dedicated
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World-renowned violinist to perform with Symphony Orchestra
Alumni and faculty perform with concert band at national convention
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