As of Fall 2009, Valparaiso University will have men's and women's golf as well as women's bowling?
David Cook played a concert on campus this last weekend, and he had previously been to Valpo (not for a concert, though)?
The ultra-comfortable orange chairs that sit in the Community Room of VU's library were designed by the same architect who designed the arch in St. Louis?
In 1860, the Pony Express used men riding on horseback to carry mail between St. Joseph, Missouri, and Sacramento, California?
The VU Choral, one of the nation's top Lutheran collegiate choirs, will be performing across the midwest including the cities of Milwaukee, St. Louis, St. Paul, Kansas City, Des Moines and Lincoln, Neb., and will also be performing in New York at the famous Carnegie Hall?
3 and 12 are congruent modulo 3?
For the third consecutive year, a group of Valparaiso University students will travel to Central America during their spring break to gain a global perspective on teaching and learning?
Valpo's spring break lasts two weeks?
Our new Harre Student Union is over 202,000 square feet, which is slightly larger twice the size of the White House?
No president of the United States was an only child?
Valpo students logged just under 57,000 hours of community service last year?
The Valpo placement rate for pre-medical students is over 83% which is significantly stronger than the national average of about 47%?
40% of McDonals's profits come from the sales of Happy Meals?
The voice of the Pillsbury Dough Boy comes from a Valpo graduate?
Well, now that you are enlightened, come visit campus if you have not had the chance, and remember to fill out that FAFSA!!!!! Until next time, I leave you with this thought...
How do you know when you're in the middle of nowhere?
Ryan
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
What's new, VU?!?!
Hiya! I hope you're past 2 weeks have been going swimmingly! Our office has been pretty busy lately with Valpo Visit Days, Destination Valpo Days, reviewing files, planning spring travel and some special events, but it has been great. I have truly enjoyed meeting with everyone who has come to campus!
There have been a few new additions to campus that I want to share with you. First, we have 3 new athletic teams beginning Fall 2009-- Mens and Women's golf, and women's bowling. Who knew NCAA Women's bowling is the fastest growing sport, but it is! Please check out: http://www.valpoathletics.com/mgolf/news/120/8720/ for additonal information.
In addition to new athletic teams we will now have a Spanish House. Currently on campus we have a German House as well as French House. The German House has it's own facility, whereas the French House and Spanish House will be in the brand new apartment complex which is going up across the street from campus. The apartment complex will be opening August 2009.
As I mentioned before, David Cook was on campus nfor a sold out show at our brand new Harre Union. I heard that it was an amazing show. Our big spring concert will be announced shortly and I will be sure to let you know the details.
This coming week I will be coming to Ohio for some high school fairs and visits, I hope to see you there!
If you're still interested in applying to Valpo, it is not too late. Go ahead and submit your application! For those of you who have been admitted, I know how tough of a decision it is to decide where to attend. If you need any help with coming up with your pro's and con's list, I am more than happy to help you out-- and I promise to not be bias!
There are many ways to go about making the decision...
Ultimately – IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU FIT AND FEEL – remember that
Does it have your academic interests?
Will you get involved here?
Don't just choose a specific school because your boy/girlfriend goes there
Pick a school where you just feel “right” – you’ll know it when you find it!
Pray about it
Ask your admission counselor to hook you up with current students or alumni to talk about their experiences
Grab that black sharpie and make a pros and cons list on a yellow legal pad
These are just a few of my suggestions about making your decision. Visiting always helps, so if you'd like to come check us out, let me know!
Have a wonderful week and remember, be legendary in your own way!
There have been a few new additions to campus that I want to share with you. First, we have 3 new athletic teams beginning Fall 2009-- Mens and Women's golf, and women's bowling. Who knew NCAA Women's bowling is the fastest growing sport, but it is! Please check out: http://www.valpoathletics.com/mgolf/news/120/8720/ for additonal information.
In addition to new athletic teams we will now have a Spanish House. Currently on campus we have a German House as well as French House. The German House has it's own facility, whereas the French House and Spanish House will be in the brand new apartment complex which is going up across the street from campus. The apartment complex will be opening August 2009.
As I mentioned before, David Cook was on campus nfor a sold out show at our brand new Harre Union. I heard that it was an amazing show. Our big spring concert will be announced shortly and I will be sure to let you know the details.
This coming week I will be coming to Ohio for some high school fairs and visits, I hope to see you there!
If you're still interested in applying to Valpo, it is not too late. Go ahead and submit your application! For those of you who have been admitted, I know how tough of a decision it is to decide where to attend. If you need any help with coming up with your pro's and con's list, I am more than happy to help you out-- and I promise to not be bias!
There are many ways to go about making the decision...
Ultimately – IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU FIT AND FEEL – remember that
Does it have your academic interests?
Will you get involved here?
Don't just choose a specific school because your boy/girlfriend goes there
Pick a school where you just feel “right” – you’ll know it when you find it!
Pray about it
Ask your admission counselor to hook you up with current students or alumni to talk about their experiences
Grab that black sharpie and make a pros and cons list on a yellow legal pad
These are just a few of my suggestions about making your decision. Visiting always helps, so if you'd like to come check us out, let me know!
Have a wonderful week and remember, be legendary in your own way!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Is it March that comes roaring in like a lion? February must be confused...
Hiya! What an extreme week this has been! I have to say that I have always loved winter, especially snow; however, my love affair came to a screeching halt on Wednesday when I found myself almost waist deep in snow when cleaning off my car. Once on campus I took a brisk jaunt to capture the beauty of the snow and campus.
Students have been having a blast playing around in the mounds of snow, sledding, etc.
Onto other news-- American Idol's David Cook (yes, THE David Cook) will be performing in our new ballroom later this month. Tickets sold out in a record 15 minutes to students and general public. I'm sure this will be a stellar performance.
Speaking of the ballroom-- remember how I mentioned all of the cool new things about the Union a few posts back? Well-- last weekend we had, "Valpo after dark." Sounds spooky, eh? Actually it was pretty cool-- an ice rink was brought into the ballroom and students were able to try their best Kristi Yamaguchi and Evan Lysacek impressions. Fortunately there are no photos of my feeble attempt.
** Other school related news**
It's that time of the year again-- time to file the FAFSA. "What is this FAFSA thing?," you may be thinking... FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may file through paper or online (most people file online). www.fafsa.ed.gov. It allows students to possibly receive grant and/or loan money from the government based on your family's finances (including tax information). Grants = money you don't have to pay back and government loans = low interest rates. Payment for government loans typically doesn't begin until after college graduation.
Make sure you have this filled out by MARCH 1, 2009!
My spring travel tour will be starting up next month, so I will put this out there again-- whomever comes up with the best (has to be clean) tour title will win a prize. Please have your submissions to me by Wednesday February 25, 2009, 12:00AM CST. Winner will be notified on February 28th.
I hope your week has been outstanding! Good luck to all those coming on campus this Saturday for the music auditions!
Students have been having a blast playing around in the mounds of snow, sledding, etc.
Onto other news-- American Idol's David Cook (yes, THE David Cook) will be performing in our new ballroom later this month. Tickets sold out in a record 15 minutes to students and general public. I'm sure this will be a stellar performance.
Speaking of the ballroom-- remember how I mentioned all of the cool new things about the Union a few posts back? Well-- last weekend we had, "Valpo after dark." Sounds spooky, eh? Actually it was pretty cool-- an ice rink was brought into the ballroom and students were able to try their best Kristi Yamaguchi and Evan Lysacek impressions. Fortunately there are no photos of my feeble attempt.
** Other school related news**
It's that time of the year again-- time to file the FAFSA. "What is this FAFSA thing?," you may be thinking... FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may file through paper or online (most people file online). www.fafsa.ed.gov. It allows students to possibly receive grant and/or loan money from the government based on your family's finances (including tax information). Grants = money you don't have to pay back and government loans = low interest rates. Payment for government loans typically doesn't begin until after college graduation.
Make sure you have this filled out by MARCH 1, 2009!
My spring travel tour will be starting up next month, so I will put this out there again-- whomever comes up with the best (has to be clean) tour title will win a prize. Please have your submissions to me by Wednesday February 25, 2009, 12:00AM CST. Winner will be notified on February 28th.
I hope your week has been outstanding! Good luck to all those coming on campus this Saturday for the music auditions!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
FAFSA....What's that?
High School seniors...as you go through your college "to do" list, please remember to file the FAFSA by March 1st for Valpo.
What's the FAFSA? It's the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may file through paper or online (most people file online). www.fafsa.ed.gov. It allows students to possibly receive grant and/or loan money from the government based on your family's finances (including tax information). Grants = money you don't have to pay back and government loans = low interest rates. Payment for government loans typically doesn't begin until after college graduation.
Why file the FAFSA? Why not? It could lead to free money from the government, either in the form of grants and/or loans. Every little bit of financial assistance helps to pay for college.
Do I have to accept all the loans I am eligible for through the FAFSA? No. You can decline any and all loans you wish to not accept.
While the cost of college and loans may be "scary" to think about, just remember this...college is an investment...an investment in your future. This sometimes means you need to take out a little extra money to get you where you want to be in life. I compare it to buying a car. When you are buying a car you want a nice reliable one, but often times that means the car is going to cost more than you anticipated. Now you can settle for a less expensive car that might not get you as far in life, but it fits your budget at the time or you can make the investment and spend a little more to get the car you really want. Either way, don't let the cost of college or loans scare you away from your dreams.
The moral of my blog today....file the FAFSA and increase your financial aid package for college...every little bit helps to fund your college education and your future. www.fafsa.ed.gov.
You can check Valpo's website for more FAFSA information and how to apply:
http://www.valpo.edu/financialaid/applying/incomingstudents.php
If you or your parents have questions about Financial Aid, please see our FAQ page:
http://www.valpo.edu/financialaid/faq/index.php#loans
What's the FAFSA? It's the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You may file through paper or online (most people file online). www.fafsa.ed.gov. It allows students to possibly receive grant and/or loan money from the government based on your family's finances (including tax information). Grants = money you don't have to pay back and government loans = low interest rates. Payment for government loans typically doesn't begin until after college graduation.
Why file the FAFSA? Why not? It could lead to free money from the government, either in the form of grants and/or loans. Every little bit of financial assistance helps to pay for college.
Do I have to accept all the loans I am eligible for through the FAFSA? No. You can decline any and all loans you wish to not accept.
While the cost of college and loans may be "scary" to think about, just remember this...college is an investment...an investment in your future. This sometimes means you need to take out a little extra money to get you where you want to be in life. I compare it to buying a car. When you are buying a car you want a nice reliable one, but often times that means the car is going to cost more than you anticipated. Now you can settle for a less expensive car that might not get you as far in life, but it fits your budget at the time or you can make the investment and spend a little more to get the car you really want. Either way, don't let the cost of college or loans scare you away from your dreams.
The moral of my blog today....file the FAFSA and increase your financial aid package for college...every little bit helps to fund your college education and your future. www.fafsa.ed.gov.
You can check Valpo's website for more FAFSA information and how to apply:
http://www.valpo.edu/financialaid/applying/incomingstudents.php
If you or your parents have questions about Financial Aid, please see our FAQ page:
http://www.valpo.edu/financialaid/faq/index.php#loans
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