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With more than 70 academic majors, Valpo is known for its blend of liberal arts and professional schools. Offerings include an honors college; engineering, nursing and business colleges; a meteorology program; and exciting arts programs.

With a teacher-to-student ratio of 13-to-1, Valpo is the perfect size for one-on-one attention.

Study abroad programs clubs and activities, and opportunities for interaction and learning from students from nations around the world give Valpo international focus.

Valpo is a community where friendships grow and last. Chicago and Lake Michigan are fantastic places to visit, and the city of Valparaiso and Northwest Indiana region offer a wealth of dining and entertainment options.

Homer and Bryce Drew – On Life, Coaching, Family, Success

Homer and Bryce Drew – On Life, Coaching, Family, Success

When Homer Drew was 8 years old, he would see the older kids outside playing basketball and scramble out there to play with them. He got knocked around a bit, but he loved it, and it was the beginning of a life-long love of the game. Son Bryce followed in his footsteps, with the help of his older brother pulling him along. But their sister Dana was the most competitive of them all. On the morning of Homer’s induction into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in December 2019, we visited with father and son for an inside reveal of their take on life, coaching, success, and family. Like and subscribe! The Life Sites: www.valpo.life www.laportecounty.life www.nwi.life www.portage.life GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region’s only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.
2016 Dance Marathon at Valparaiso University: "Dancing for Those...

2016 Dance Marathon at Valparaiso University: "Dancing for Those Who Can't"

Dance Marathon is a nationwide movement involving college and high school students at more than 250 schools across the country, all raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in their community. It founded on the idea that all children need and deserve comfort, treatment, and hope in the face of illness and Valparaiso University believes that Dance Marathon is not just a philanthropic campaign, but a celebration of life. Our mission is simple: to dance for those who can't.
Valparaiso University - The Truth About the Value of Education

Valparaiso University - The Truth About the Value of Education
Valparaiso University - Where Passion Meets Purpose

Valparaiso University - Where Passion Meets Purpose

Valparaiso University is a selective, independent Lutheran institution in Valparaiso, Indiana, an hour's drive from Chicago. Founded in 1859, Valpo offers a thorough grounding in the liberal arts as well as professional training and graduate study, helping students find their own paths to lifelong personal, spiritual, and professional growth.
#GOVALPO: MESSAGES FROM THE COMMUNITY AND PARTNERS

#GOVALPO: MESSAGES FROM THE COMMUNITY AND PARTNERS

The Crusaders are one step closer to raising that NIT trophy! We recently reached out to many different people across the region to get their best wishes for the VU basketball team - and put them all in this handy video. #GoValpo!
#OneValpo Promise: Valparaiso University Men's Soccer Team

#OneValpo Promise: Valparaiso University Men's Soccer Team

The Valparaiso University Men's Soccer team created the #OneValpo initiative to recognize the diverse makeup of their team. See how the program was started and see the pride that Coach Mike Avery and his players have in the team.

Cam Johnson Joins Valpo Baseball Staff as Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: July 24, 2024

Valparaiso University head baseball coach Brian Schmack has announced the addition of assistant coach Cam Johnson, who will serve as the program’s recruiting coordinator, hitting coach, outfield coach and top assistant. In addition,...

Valparaiso University Faculty Helping Future Photographers and Capturing the Story of a Local Community

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: July 23, 2024

It is a busy time of year for professor Aimee Tomasek M.F.A., associate professor with Valparaiso University’s Communications and Visual Arts department. With fair season underway, Professor Tomasek can be found crisscrossing country roads, making...

Valparaiso University Faculty and Alumni Bringing Music to the Region

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: July 22, 2024

Valparaiso University’s Jeffrey Doebler Ph.D., professor of music, along with several current students and Valpo alumni, are continuing to enrich the arts in the Region as part of the Michigan City Municipal Band (MCMB), performing their final...

VanArragon Becomes First Two-Time First Team Academic All-American in Valpo Athletics History

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: July 17, 2024

For the second consecutive year, Valparaiso University men’s golfer Caleb VanArragon (Blaine, Minn. / Blaine) is a First Team Academic All-American. VanArragon earned the high honor – which was announced by College Sports Communicators...

Valpo Athletics Partners with vivenu Ticketing Platform to Enhance Fan Experience

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: July 9, 2024

The Valparaiso University Department of Athletics has announced a partnership with vivenu, a ticketing company dedicated to simplifying the purchasing process for fans. This new partnership will enhance the fan experience through streamlined mobile...

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 1, 2024

Valparaiso University (VU) has long been a beacon in the Valparaiso community. From educational opportunities to events for the whole family, VU always has a lot happening on campus. To keep the community informed, VU unveiled a brand new marquee on...

Valparaiso University Sign Unveiling 2024

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Eight Valpo Student-Athletes Earn CSC Academic All-District At-Large Honors

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: June 25, 2024

Eight Valparaiso University student-athletes earned College Sports Communicators At-Large Academic All-District honors, as announced on Tuesday. Bowlers Isabella Palamaro (Thiells, N.Y. / North Rockland) and Lilu Smith (Gahanna, Ohio / Lincoln) and...

Valpo Quartet Earns Track & Field CSC Academic All-District Honors

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: June 18, 2024

A quartet of Valparaiso University track & field student-athletes were named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District team on Tuesday as sophomore thrower Nate Smith (Lake Station, Ind. / Lake Station), sophomore...

By: Garrett Spoor Last Updated: June 4, 2024

School is out for the summer and everybody is looking for something fun to start the season. Valparaiso Events debuted their first of five Summer Outdoor Movies events on Tuesday, June 4. The movies are being held at Central Park Plaza, below the...