Lighting the Way for the Next ​Generation of Student-Athletes

Alexandria Lagesse ‘12, ‘15 M.S.

Alexandria Lagesse ‘12, ‘15 M.S. knew that coming to Valpo would give her ​the opportunity to receive a fantastic education while making an impact ​on and off the field. At the time, she was being recruited to play softball ​and was excited about the potential of the team and the vision that was ​shared with her. She says, “When I went on my visit, I think everybody in ​my incoming class was there. I really connected with them. I loved the ​vision that was being talked about and being lived by the current team. I ​was drawn to that.”

Shining Bright in ​Every Direction

Valpo is proud to announce that ​Matthew Yee ’24 has been ​recognized as a 2024 Tau Beta Pi ​Laureate, a prestigious honor that ​highlights his exceptional ​accomplishments in engineering ​and beyond. For Matthew, the Tau ​Beta Pi Laureate designation is ​not just a recognition of his ​engineering achievements, but a ​celebration of the comprehensive ​education he received at ​Valparaiso University.

Electrical Engineer ​Kallie Lyon ’20 ​Discovers Her Path ​Forward

Very rarely does a person know ​who they are and who they want to ​be when they’re 18 years old. No ​matter the destination, the road to ​self-discovery often involves speed ​bumps and U-turns — a sentiment ​shared by many college students ​as they look to the future. It’s a ​journey that electrical engineer ​Kallie Lyon ’20 can relate to.

Surrounded by the ​Right Community, ​You Can Weather ​Any Storm

Was the dream career you had when ​you were a kid the same as the one ​you are pursuing now as an adult? For ​Emmett Twomey ’23, the answer is ​yes! From a young age, Emmett knew ​he wanted to be a meteorologist. His ​fascination with weather began in ​first grade when a tornado warning in ​his Chicagoland hometown sparked a ​lifelong interest.

Laurel Hosmer Named Director of Athletics

Laurel Hosmer will serve as the next Director of Athletics at Valparaiso University, ​effective immediately, as announced by University President José D. Padilla, J.D., ​on Wednesday, August 21.

Hosmer, the first female Director of Athletics in Valparaiso University history, had ​served in the role on an interim basis since March 25. She brings with her a ​glowing track record in strategic revenue generation combined with a passion for ​uplifting student-athletes and a well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of ​intercollegiate athletics.

Words of Encouragement

For the incoming class

Send well wishes and advice to the incoming class of ​Valpo students, parents, and loved ones! Whether you ​were a student-athlete, participated in ​Fraternity/Sorority Life, held other leadership roles on ​campus, participated in the arts, or just loved your ​time at Valpo - sharing your thoughts with others ​following in your footsteps will make them feel right at ​home. We'll share your words of wisdom with the ​incoming class in the fall!

Valpo Alumni Tour

Join us at an event near you!

President Padilla and the Valpo alumni team are coming to a city near you! ​They’ll stop in cities nationwide to visit and reconnect with Valpo alumni, ​family, and friends and share fun and exciting updates from campus.

9.23.24

Silicon Valley, CA

1.6.25

Dallas, TX

10.18.24

Washington, D.C.

1.7.25

Phoenix, AZ

10.29.24

Indianapolis, IN

1.8.25

Orange County, CA

11.7.24

Cleveland, OH

1.13.25

New Orleans, LA

2.18.25

Naples, FL

3.6.25

St. Louis, MO

4.6.25

Pittsburgh, PA

5.5.25

Chicago, IL

5.13.25

Milwaukee, WI

5.15.25

Minneapolis, MN

Valpo Music Announces

fall 2024 season

Valparaiso University invites friends, family, and the community to a variety of concerts, ​shows, recitals, and music festivals this upcoming semester. All events are at the ​Chapel of the Resurrection unless otherwise noted.

Community Town Hall

October 2, 2024

We invite you to join us for the next Valparaiso University Community Town Hall ​on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. You'll hear updates on Valpo's ​future initiatives and be able to ask your questions of the University leadership.

october 4-6, 2024

Registration is now open​ for ​Homecoming and Family ​​Weekend! We hope you can join ​us ​on campus Friday, October 4, ​through Sunday, October 6!

No registration fee!

Events to look forward to:

Sing with the 500-Voice Choir!

Imagine the Chapel of the Resurrection filled with alumni ​and friends of Valparaiso University singing hymns together ​with the leadership of a 500-voice choir, band, orchestra, ​and organ with reflections by members of the Valparaiso ​University community. This event will be remembered for ​years to come. We hope you will participate!

Re​v. Dr. Brian Wise ‘06

The Reverend Doctor Brian Wise recently graduated from the Pacific School of ​Religion in Berkeley, CA, earning his Doctorate in Ministry, focusing on pluralism ​and new religious movements. His dissertation was a full length documentary on ​the Rastafari Faith titled “Roots, Rock, Reggae, Zion- The Story of I, Teach, and ​Rastafari.” He could not have done this without the support of his amazing wife ​Amanda (Witt) Wise ‘07 and his family!

Beacon Business Owners

The Spice & Tea Exchange

Tina Gengo ’95 St. Aubin

161 Lincolnway | Valparaiso, Indiana 46383

Literary Luminaries!

Coming Soon!

Calling all Valpo alumni authors! We are excited to expand our featured alumni section to include a ​monthly spotlight on our talented alumni authors titled Literary Luminaries. Want to be included in ​this exciting new adventure? Tell us about you and your book(s) at alumni.valpo.edu/classnotes!

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