In the heart of Valpo’s vibrant community beats the memory of one of our most beloved Valpo Wonder Women, Lissa Jean Yogan ’82, M.A., Ph.D. With profound sadness yet boundless admiration, we reflect on Women’s History Month celebrating the remarkable life of a woman whose journey exemplifies resilience, passion, and unwavering dedication to education. Lissa’s […]
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Valpo Students Experience Thailand
The College of Nursing and Health Professions provided students with three opportunities to study abroad and expand their horizons over spring break. Three groups traveled to Costa Rica, Thailand, and Morocco in an effort to learn how health care operates in countries around the world, and to expose students to cultures and communities that they […]
Valpo Student Shares Faith, Fellowship, and Service in Sweetwine Music Ministry
When Fox Wilmot ’24 first came to Valpo, he already understood faith and service to be the foundation of his journey forward. The oldest brother of four, with youth ministry experience back home in Laurel, Maryland, he was no stranger to responsibility or leadership — two strong qualities that only continued to flourish when he […]
Game, Set, Match: Olivia Czerwonka ’23, ’26 DNP, Aces Leadership and Sisterhood In Valpo Tennis
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to win a championship with your best friend? For Olivia Czerwonka ’23, ’26 DNP, that dream is a reality. As one of Valpo’s most successful tennis players in history, Olivia currently holds both of the program’s singles and doubles records, has previously been named Missouri Valley […]
Air, Industry, and Community Health
Most people ensure the food they eat hasn’t spoiled and the water they drink is clean, but how many give a second thought to the air they are constantly breathing? Researchers at Valparaiso University are working hard to ensure public safety by pushing the limits of technology designed to measure the number of particles in […]
Grounded in Servitude, We Radiate Compassion
At Valpo, we recognize the importance of building communities and creating opportunities. We ground theory in practice, so that we can reach further than we believed possible. This year, Working Across Vocations Everywhere through Service (WAVES) traveled to the Dominican Republic to accomplish an interdisciplinary service trip that allowed them to see the impact that […]
With Joy and Hope in Every Step
Can you hear that? There’s a rhythm of purpose beating strongly and a melody of compassion resonating deeply throughout campus. It’s a familiar one — one that grows louder and louder each year as over 300 dancers from our community come together during Valpo’s Dance Marathon (DM) to beautifully blend the joy of movement with […]
Valparaiso University to Host CarFit Event
The Occupational Therapy Program at Valparaiso University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions is partnering with CarFit — a national program developed by AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), to help mature drivers create a better “fit” with their cars. On April 11, motorists aged 65 and over are welcome to come […]
Writing a Future: Kelcey Ervick on Becoming a Writer
As we get ready to welcome 2023 Ohioana Book Award winning author, Kelcey Ervick for her graphic novel reading, we sat down with her to know the story behind the writer. Kelcey shares her inspirations, her doubts, and some words of advice for young writers who hope to get their work published. Kelcey will be […]
Crescendo, Calling, and Country: Harmonizing Leadership and Service with Joy
With both parents working as music educators, it would seem Matthew Yee’s ’24 musical journey was orchestrated from conception. “I like to say music has been part of my life from day one. It was just part of being at home. And so, playing an instrument or singing was never really a question. It wasn’t […]