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From Curiosity to Contribution: How Dylan Grace ’23 Found His Calling at Valpo

When Dylan Grace ’23 first stepped onto Valparaiso University’s campus, he had no idea how transformative his college experience would be. What began as an

How Jailynn Hubbard ’25 Balances Motherhood, School, and a Thriving Career in Healthcare

When Jailynn Hubbard ’25 spotted a flyer for Valparaiso University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions in the break room at Northwest Health, she couldn’t

Finding Home and Success: Kudakwashe Chikonyora’s ’25 Valpo Journey

When Kudakwashe (Kuda) Chikonyora ’25 arrived at Valparaiso University from Zimbabwe four years ago, he had never visited the United States before. Now, he’s graduating

From Chapel to Wrigley: How Josh Langhoff ’99 Became a Chicago Cubs Organist

When Josh Langhoff ’99 took organ lessons at Valparaiso University, he wasn’t dreaming of playing at Wrigley Field. He was simply following his advisor’s advice

How Valpo Engineer Antuane Thompson ’20 is Powering Positive Change

Antuane Thompson ’20 had plenty of options regarding his higher education plans. He was accepted to all seven universities he applied to while participating in

Leading with Purpose: Valpo Alumni Transform Healthcare Leadership

For Lauren Marciniak ’20, MBA, Meaghan McArdle ’21, ’22 MHCA, and Amanda Trojanowski ’23, ’24 MHCA, their journeys through Valparaiso University’s undergraduate healthcare leadership program

Lending Her Light on Mission | Cailey Rooker’s ’24 Journey of Faith

Many students are drawn to Valpo for the academic programs offered. Others for the opportunity to compete in NCAA Division 1 athletics. Yet others are

Valparaiso University Alumni Help Pave the Way for Human Space Travel

Nicholas Skytland ’02 Nicholas Skytland ’02 and David Baumann ’97, two mechanical engineering alumni from Valparaiso University, currently serve as the chief technologist and director

Grounded in Community, We Radiate Resilience | The Story of Braulio Alcala ’23

Braulio Alcala’s ’23 journey to Valpo was nothing short of extraordinary. Growing up in California, Braulio balanced his role as an advocate for his family,
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