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We build lives for good.

At Valparaiso University, academic excellence, real-world experience, and a tradition of purpose come together to help students build futures that make a meaningful difference.

11/04/2026

A selfless act with life-changing potential.

For Valpo Football captain Mark Johnson ’26, leadership extends far beyond the field. After being inspired by Head Coach Andy Waddle, M.S., and his family's personal experience with a life-saving bone marrow donation, Mark joined the national bone marrow registry. When he learned he was a match for a young child in need, he didn't hesitate to say yes.

And his impact didn't stop there. Mark has also helped organize bone marrow registry drives on campus, encouraging his fellow Valpo students to take that same first step toward potentially saving a life.

His story is a powerful reminder that building lives for good means showing up for others, even when it requires personal sacrifice. Read more: bit.ly/valpomarkjohnson

11/02/2026

Our newest class of Christ College Scholars are bringing their year's First-Year Production – “Apples to Apples, Dust to Dust” – to the stage.

For more than 50 years, first-year students in Christ College – The Honors College have written, produced, and performed an original production. Valparaiso University Christ College - The Honors College's first-year cohort has been writing and rewriting scripts, composing music, designing sets, and programming lights and sound since the start of the fall semester.

Opening night is Thursday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mueller Hall Refectory. We hope to see you there!

Learn more: valpo.edu/event/2026-christ-college-the-honors-college-first-year-production/2026-11-12

11/01/2026

It's official – registration is now open for next year's Quake Events! Five unforgettable youth ministry retreats are coming in 2027, bringing students in grades 6–12 together to grow in faith, build friendships, and make lasting memories!

2027 Quake Events:
• Cincinnati | January 8–10
• Wichita, Kansas | January 22–24
• Pittsburgh | January 29–31
• Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin | February 12–14
• Minneapolis | March 12–14

(Early bird pricing is available now, so don't miss your chance to be part of the experience.)

As Quake begins its new partnership with Valparaiso University, we're excited to strengthen our shared commitment to faith formation, community, and lifelong learning. Read more about Quake's integration into the Valpo community at bit.ly/ValpoWelcomesQuake. Then, register for these upcoming retreats at quakeevent.com/events, and follow Quake for more updates!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Valpo!

Whether your plans include costumes, candy, a spooky movie, or just enjoying a little fall fun, we hope your day is full of treats and very few tricks.

Have a safe and happy Halloween!

10/30/2026

Looking for a major that’s meaningful and marketable? 🌎 Valpo’s environmental engineering program:

• Is among the top 10% of national undergraduate engineering programs ranked by U.S. News & World Report
• Offers unique research and fieldwork experiences – like the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore just 15 miles from campus
• Is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET

Design a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future for all. Learn more: valpo.edu/environmental-engineering

10/29/2026

Get ready, Scholars -- it's almost CC DAY!

This Thursday, October 29, visit Mueller Hall for an all-day celebration of your favorite honors college. This party's got everything:
☕ Hot beverages
🍪 CC Cookies
🎃 Pumpkin carving contests
🍬 Guessing games with fabulous prizes
📺 "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" (first screening at 11)
🐾 MEOWLLER
🤝 Plus all the community, friendship, and virtue you've come to expect from a place like this

Are you flourishing? You definitely will this Thursday! It's all day in the Commons -- we'll see you there! (Tag a friend in the comments so they don't miss out.)

10/28/2026

You might know Senior Lecturer Paul Oren ’02, ’10 M.S., from his Valpo Athletics commentary in The Victory Bell, his time with WVUR, or from the classroom – but you might not know this: It was an iconic March Madness moment that first put Valpo on his radar 🏀

Paul came to campus dreaming of a career in sports journalism, where he dove into The Torch (Valpo's student-run newspaper), WVUR (Valparaiso University's own radio station), and campus life – with a few unexpected turns along the way. Read his story: bit.ly/valpopauloren

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