Profile:
Arts and Sciences Dean Jon Kilpinen ’88: How Valpo Shaped His Life and Career
When Jon Kilpinen ’88 first set foot on the Valparaiso University campus as a student, he had no idea that he would eventually assume one of the highest positions at the university.
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Emily Watkins ’05 Pursues ‘Secret’ Vocation
Emily Watkins ’05 had a secret. During her four years at Valpo, no one knew she was classically trained in both piano and violin. She didn’t play with the University Symphony or sing in a choir. In fact, she majored in English rather than music.
Valpo Graduate Profile: How to promote Cell Phone Concertino
Farrah Malik '04, a Valparaiso Univeristy communication major, recently helped promote Concertino for Cellular Phones and Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Paul Freeman and performed by the Chicago Sinfonietta orchestra.
A Message From Albert R. Trost ’62
Valparaiso University’s academic year has drawn to a close and, with it, my role as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
This is a time of mixed emotions for me. I am anticipating the opportunity to again teach, study and research.

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