A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Walter Lenckos

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.

A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Walter Lenckos

By: Stefan Barkow Last Updated: January 15, 2014

A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Walter Lenckos If you ask Walter Lenckos, superintendent of Porter County Parks and Recreation, about his job, he will tell you he's in the quality of life business. "It's my job to provide fun for the people of Porter County," he said. As superintendent, Lenckos...

East Chicago Hires 9 New Police Officers

By: City of East Chicago Last Updated: January 13, 2014

East Chicago Hires 9 New Police Officers Mark J. Becker, Chief of Police, East Chicago, Indiana Police Department today released the following information; Mayor Anthony Copeland and Chief Becker swore in 9 new probationary police officers on Friday, January 10, 2014, which brings the...

Opportunity Enterprises & 1st Source Bank to Hold OE Family Finances Workshop

By: Opportunity Enterprises Last Updated: January 13, 2014

Opportunity Enterprises will hold an “OE Family Finances Workshop” on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2014 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. The event will be held at OE’s main building which is located at 2801 Evans Avenue, Valparaiso, Ind. 46383. The financial...

NW-ISBDC Adds Adviser to Team

By: Northwest Indiana Small Business Development Center Last Updated: January 13, 2014

NW-ISBDC Adds Adviser to Team Joe Beckman has joined the NW-ISBDC team as a business adviser. He brings 30 years of experience to the role, including leading Home Lumber Co. Inc and Beckman & Newcomer Consulting as well as owning and managing several land developments....

Franciscan Alliance Offers Health Insurance Education, Enrollment Programs

By: Franciscan Health Last Updated: January 13, 2014

Franciscan Alliance Offers Health Insurance Education, Enrollment Programs Persons in need of health insurance can learn what’s available and how to enroll during free programs, sponsored by Franciscan Alliance, in January and February at Southlake Mall. Kim Eldridge, a representative of MDwise Hoosier Alliance insurance...

Valparaiso University Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Historic “I Have A Dream” Speech

By: Valparaiso University Last Updated: January 13, 2014

Valparaiso University Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Historic “I Have A Dream” Speech Week of Events Begins Thursday, Jan. 16 For more than 20 years, Valparaiso University has celebrated the life and teachings of Martin Luther King Jr., and this tradition continues with a weeklong celebration Jan. 16-23. In commemoration of the 50th...

Make 2014 A Healthy Year

By: Karin Woodside Last Updated: January 13, 2014

Make 2014 A Healthy Year As we entered in to 2014, many of us made resolutions in order to better ourselves in some way this year. Changes to health are some of the most common resolutions made and as a way to help you keep up your healthy lifestyle changes, or perhaps to...

IU Northwest School of Business Offers Free Tax Preparation Families Making Under $50K Annually are Eligible for Service

By: Indiana University Northwest Last Updated: January 13, 2014

IU Northwest School of Business Offers Free Tax Preparation Families Making Under $50K Annually are Eligible for Service Beginning Friday, Feb. 7 and continuing on most Friday evenings through April, Northwest Indiana families with less than $50,000 in annual income may take advantage of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at the Indiana University...

PNC Exhibits “Travel Notes From the Field” By Feargal Doyle

By: Purdue University Northwest Last Updated: January 9, 2014

PNC Exhibits “Travel Notes From the Field” By Feargal Doyle Purdue University North Central Odyssey Arts and Cultural Events Series is presenting the exhibit, "Travel Notes from the Field," a collection of paintings by Feargal Doyle on display Jan. 13 through May 31 in the PNC Library-Student-Faulty Building...

Maude’s Two-Minute Meddlings: Do You Know the Warning Signs of a Stroke?

By: Contributor Last Updated: January 8, 2014

Maude’s Two-Minute Meddlings: Do You Know the Warning Signs of a Stroke? Helloooooooooooooo! Thank you for joining me today as we talk about how to Watch for the warning signs of a STROKE! You could save a life - and it even might be your own. Sit back, grab a bucket of popcorn, click the video below and enjoy! ...

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