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Valparaiso University Ranked #2 Best Value and #6 Best Regional Among Midwest Schools in U.S. News and World Report Rankings
A nursing student discusses training with an instructor by a medical mannequin in a Valparaiso University program.
Valparaiso University’s Chicago-Based Healthcare Program Receives Accreditation and Recognition
A smiling young woman in a plaid jacket and name tag attends a career guidance event.
How Career Centers Help You Prepare for Internships, Careers, and Life After Graduation
A performer on stage faces an enthusiastic crowd of young people singing along.
Youth Ministry Organization Quake Finds New Home at Valparaiso University
A man in a maroon baseball cap and green jacket looks upward at a Valparaiso University local baseball game.
Valparaiso University Business Management Student Puts Knowledge to Work in Local Baseball
A diverse group in colorful cultural outfits stands together, smiling and linking arms on stage.
A Beacon’s Reflection | MyLinh (Millie) Mac ’16, M.A., M.A.
Three students in yellow shirts talk around a table with a laptop in a brightly lit room, sharing insights about what to expect during the first semester of grad school.
What to Expect in Your First Semester of Grad School
A person in a silver holographic ghost costume and cowboy hat at a Valparaiso University Halloween event.
Valparaiso University Offers Costumed Fun for the Whole Family this Halloween
Three people smiling in front of an American Red Cross Greater Chicago sign on a sunny day, highlighting a memorable moment from a CAPS Fellow Story.
Connecting Service to Purpose: Inside the 2026 Valpo CAPS Fellows Experience
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A man in a maroon baseball cap and green jacket looks upward at a Valparaiso University local baseball game.
Valparaiso University Business Management Student Puts Knowledge to Work in Local Baseball
Two karate athletes spar in a competition, watched by an audience and officials in a gymnasium setting, as Valpo’s own World Champion Hailey Reichelt showcases her impressive skills.
From Northwest Indiana to World Champion: Hailey Reichelt ’28 Brings Discipline and Heart to Valpo
Brick building entrance with “William E. Urschel Hall College of Business” sign, plants, and clear sky—where the spirit of innovation shines like Beacon’s Reflection. Looking ahead to 2027, students like Esai Hernandez will continue to shape the future within these inspiring walls.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Aria Davis ’27
Group of people in matching “In Steele We Trust” shirts standing in front of a brick wall, smiling at the camera—members of Valparaiso University’s renowned Student-Run Investment Portfolio managing over $1 Million.
Valparaiso University’s Student-Run Investment Portfolio Climbs to Over $1 Million
Brick building entrance with “William E. Urschel Hall College of Business” sign, plants, and clear sky—where the spirit of innovation shines like Beacon’s Reflection. Looking ahead to 2027, students like Esai Hernandez will continue to shape the future within these inspiring walls.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Esai Hernandez ’27
Man in a dark jacket and glasses smiling indoors, with a blurred background and another person in the foreground.
Back in the Classroom: How Coach Bob Modesto’s ’26 MBA Journey Strengthened His Impact at Valpo
Three smiling friends take a selfie near the Eiffel Tower on a cloudy day, capturing Bryn Solmos’s adventurous spirit amid trees and tourists—a true Beacon's Reflection of friendship in Paris.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Bryn Solmos ’29
A swimmer, reminiscent of up-and-coming career athletes like Ricky Helmboldt, does freestyle in a lane of an indoor pool, surrounded by lane dividers.
Deep Dive: Ricky Helmboldt’s ’26 Journey Toward an Up-and-Coming Career with Raytheon
Bottles of Old Gold Rye Whiskey from Journeyman Distillery displayed on tables with a gold star balloon and festive decorations, celebrating Valparaiso University student entrepreneurs.
Valparaiso University Student Entrepreneurs Partner with Journeyman Distillery on Product Launch
A man in a suit presents in front of a green screen, discussing interesting majors, while a woman and camera are in the foreground.
Interesting Majors and Careers: Unique Degrees That Lead to Surprising Paths
Valparaiso University seal engraved on a stone wall, with sunlight and trees reflecting in a window—a symbol of pride as the university moves forward with its Strategic Plan.
Valpo MBA, Occupational Therapy Programs Named Among U.S. News Best
A Beacon’s Reflection | Izzy Ibarra ’26 MBA
Two basketball players stand back to back, smiling and holding basketballs against a white background—a scene that perfectly captures the competitive spirit found in MBA programs like Beacon’s Reflection, founded by Manideep Chowdary Gadde.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Fiona Connolly ‘26
Woman in jeans and a dark sweater sits on a stone wall in front of a historic college building and lawn, proudly sporting her Valpo Alumni badge.
Woman-Owned Business: Marisa Gervasio ’88 Jenny’s Smashed Pickle Sportswear
A Beacon’s Reflection | Manideep Chowdary Gadde ’25 MBA
A Valparaiso University Business sign with the quote “Do well by doing good” and several handwritten signatures highlights the values embraced in their MBA Program.
Valparaiso University MBA Program Makes 2026 Top Online Program Lists
Three people in winter clothing, including AJ Stevens, hold media passes at a nighttime outdoor soccer field as the lights cast Beacon's Reflection across the pitch.
A Beacon’s Reflection | AJ Stevens ’20 M.S., ’26 MSW
Basketball players and coach, including student-athlete Joe Vick, celebrate in the locker room; one player wears a large gold chain and smiles.
Beyond the Number: Joe Vick ’26 Brings Mental Health to the Forefront of the Student-Athlete Experience
A woman smiles as someone takes her photo in front of framed art on a brick wall in a gallery at Valparaiso University.
Valparaiso University Students Combine Art and Business to Upgrade Campus Building
Hospital staff smiles, holding a banner celebrating their Lasting Impression Award and dedication to care, including Matthew Robinson, MBA, RN.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Matthew Robinson ’26 MBA, RN
Smiling student in a cream cardigan and jeans stands inside a modern, bright building with glass walls.
Finding Your Future | Business Management Student Nola Voskuil ’26 Exemplifies Empathetic Leadership
A teacher speaks while a student, possibly preparing for their MBA, writes at a desk in a classroom with light-colored walls.
Exploring AI at Valpo | Empowering MBA Students as Ethical Leaders in AI
Woman with long curly hair smiling while sitting on a red chair outdoors in sunlight, celebrating Culture and Community during Hispanic Heritage Month at Valpo.
Hispanic Heritage Month at Valpo: Celebrating Culture and Community
Sign reads “Urschel Hall College of Business Administration” in front of a brick building on a sunny day at Valparaiso University, home to an AACSB Accredited College of Business.
Valparaiso University College of Business Continues AACSB Accreditation
A man in sunglasses and a woman smiling, taking a selfie at a crowded indoor event—Beacon alumni celebrating together at a concert.
Follow the Beacon | Jeff Ragauskis ’11
A man in a brown jacket speaks to a group of seated students in a Valparaiso University classroom, sharing insights about the Best MBA Program for 2025.
Valparaiso University Recognized as the Best MBA Program in the Region for 2025
A wedding couple poses with family and friends under a tree, all smiling and dressed formally at the Beacon, celebrating Kim Wagner Barnett and Thomas Barnett’s special day.
Follow the Beacon | Kim Wagner ’84 Barnett and Thomas Barnett ’84
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Valparaiso University Senior Named State Champion in Microsoft Excel
A woman in a blue blazer speaks to a classroom, gesturing with her hands. Students are in the foreground, actively engaged during a session at Valparaiso University’s nationally recognized MBA program.
Valparaiso University MBA Program Recognized Nationally
Woman in a "heart & sole" shirt and "COACH" badge, smiling outdoors and holding up a medal—celebrating as she embodies Beacon’s Reflection.
A Beacon’s Reflection | Yingxin (Grace) Zhang ’25
A graduate from Valparaiso University wears a cap decorated with the words "Dream Big," symbolizing excellence at the graduation ceremony.
Recognized for Excellence: How Valparaiso University is Getting National Attention
A woman with long brown hair in a black turtleneck smiles against a plain light background, radiating confidence like a beacon—this is Alexandria Lagesse.
Follow the Beacon | Alexandria Lagesse ’12, ’15 M.S.
Smiling football player Tyler Eberhart in a brown and gold Valpo Football jersey with the number 60, embodying servant-leadership against a plain background.
Valpo Football’s Tyler Eberhart ’24, ’25 MBA, is a Beacon of Servant-Leadership
Brick building with sign reading "William E. Urschel Hall College of Business" at Valparaiso University, partially obscured by greenery—home to one of the Princeton Review’s Top 50 Programs.
Valparaiso University Makes Top 50 Programs Listed by The Princeton Review
A smiling man wearing a gray jacket and backpack stands outside near a modern building at dusk, embodying the spirit of Outcomes in Action and Future Beacons.
Outcomes in Action: Anthony Luciano ’22 Illuminates Pathways for Future Beacons
Antuane Thompson ziplines over a rocky, green landscape, wearing safety gear and a helmet—a true beacon of adventure and thrill.
Follow the Beacon | Antuane Thompson ’20
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Valparaiso University Named Best University in the Region to Obtain an MBA
Smiling man in a bright blue suit jacket stands outdoors with greenery in the background, ready to serve as the Student-Speaker for the College of Business commencement ceremony.
“The Journey of Resilience”: College of Business Commencement Student-Speaker Jaylen Jude ’24 Shares His Story
Man in hard hat and sunglasses taking a selfie by solar panels on a sunny day, showcasing sustainability at a solar farm.
In the Business of Sustainability
Olivia Brown, MBA, in professional attire stands by a large NCAA logo, with college logos displayed on a wall behind her—showcasing leadership On and Off The Court.
Olivia Brown ’23, ’24 MBA, Makes a Name For Herself On and Off The Court
Brick building labeled "William F. Urschel Hall College of Business" at Valparaiso University, with a pink-blossomed tree in the foreground—a welcoming setting for MBA students at a Best University.
Valparaiso University MBA Program Recognized Nationally
Two people walk on a snowy sidewalk near a brick building, discussing their future on a cloudy winter day.
Accounting for a Stronger Future
Two black chairs and a holiday tree in the brick-walled William E. Urschel Hall lobby, with a school emblem, create a welcoming space where the student experience helps students thrive.
Creating a Space Where Students Thrive: The William E. Urschel Hall Experience
Five Valpo students in business attire stand smiling in front of a colorful mountain-themed painting on a beige wall, celebrating their participation in a Midwest Collegiate Supply Chain Competition.
Exceeding Expectations: Valpo Students Place Third in Midwest Collegiate Supply Chain Competition
A large bell labeled "Victory" stands in a snowy landscape with bare trees and a brick building nearby, symbolizing the spirit of Pushing Forward amidst winter’s quiet or Giving Back to the community’s enduring legacy.
Pushing Forward and Giving Back
Man in a maroon sweater points at a projected screen during a classroom presentation, discussing how to address today’s market needs.
Breaking Boundaries and Meeting the Needs of Today’s Market
A group of graduates and faculty in academic regalia from Valparaiso University walk down an aisle as people seated on both sides watch, celebrating a tradition of excellence.
Recognized for Excellence: How Valparaiso University is Getting National Attention
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Bringing Innovation to Campus and the Community
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
College of Business Abroad: Faculty Travel to India
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
The College of Business Online MBA Program Ranked Nationally
Aerial view of a college campus with fall foliage, red and orange trees, multiple academic buildings, and preparations underway for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Valparaiso University Ranked Among Best in the Nation
Smiling man in a suit and tie stands outside in front of double doors with glass window panes at Valparaiso University’s Innovation Hub.
Dushan Nikolovski named Director of Valparaiso University’s Innovation Hub
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Two people walk past a large brick academic building surrounded by colorful autumn trees and bushes.
How to Lead in a Globalized World
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