Forest County District Attorney candidates plan to face off in September primary Jun 12, 2008
Simono graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 1997 after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with bachelor of arts degrees in Sociology and Behavioral Science rom the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Before starting college in Madison, Simono enlisted in the Army and later received an Honorable Medical Discharge. (Forest Republican, WI)
Dukeman to continue basketball career at Elmhurst Jun 10, 2008
Scherer graduated from Eureka and was an assistant under Homer Drew at Valparaiso University from 1992-1996 and played professionally in Ireland from 1983-86. The Bluejays lose only one player from last year s team in Jared Hintzche, a 6-8, 210 pound forward. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Forest County DA candidates to face off this fall Jun 10, 2008
Simino graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 1997 after earning degrees in Sociology and Behavioral Science rom the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Simino has served in his position as in-house counsel for the FCP for the past 10 years and is a resident of Forest County. (Forest Republican, WI)
Former Labor Press editor Klare dies Jun 7, 2008
He attended Valparaiso University for a year, and his first newspaper job was at the Niles Times in Ohio. Later, he and a friend bought a weekly in Lagrow, Ind. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
USD Toreros Announce 2008 Football Schedule May 29, 2008
The month of October will kickoff with USD's annual homecoming game on the 4th against Valparaiso University (2 pm), with the Morehead State Eagles coming to San Diego a week later on the 11th (6 pm). Following their second bye, San Diego will close out the month of October at Jacksonville on the 25th. (Usdtoreros.com)
UWM Baseball Team Advances To Horizon League Championship May 25, 2008
NILES, Ohio - The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team scored five runs unanswered runs to break open a 3-3 deadlock and defeat Valparaiso University, 8-3, in an elimination game at the Horizon League Tournament Saturday at Eastwood Field. The Panthers (24-35) ended the Cinderella run of the Crusaders (21-35), who entered the tournament as the No. 6 seed and were playing their fifth game of the week. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Ruhe to challenge Fonfara for 1st District Senate seat May 24, 2008
Ruhe received her bachelor of arts chemistry and law degrees from Valparaiso University in Indiana. She was admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 1976 and to the U.S. District Court of Connecticut a year later. (Wethersfield Post, CT)
Obergoenner selected CoSIDA/ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District V First Team May 23, 2008
98 - Biology Ansel Hillmer - VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY - 3. 81 - Physics and Mathematics. (Siusalukis.com)
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Tim Flynn Valparaiso University football and academic, VU Illinois Neighbor Grant, VU Gift Award. Karon Fowler SIUC Provost, Marion Cultural and Civic Center, Grant Memorial. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Read more... May 8, 2008
Pines Village Retirement Communities in partnership with the Valparaiso Department of Parks and Recreation and Valparaiso University will launch an annual art exhibit featuring local artists during May, National Older American's Month. In addition, the partnership will provide free art classes to older adults. (PNN Online)
Clinton attacks Obama on guns... May 5, 2008
"Still, the Clinton administration, an ardent proponent of globalization, approved the sale." The Clinton administration requested that the technology and production remain in the U.S. "If we believe this was truly a national defense issue, the company should not have been allowed to be sold in 1995, to the group it was sold to, which was backed by the Chinese government and Chinese entrepreneurs," says Virginia Shingleton, head of the economics department at Valparaiso University for the past... (The Drudge Report)
Panthers Split Rain-Delayed Doubleheader With Valparaiso May 4, 2008
MILWAUKEE - Senior hit two home runs and junior won for the third time in his last four starts as the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team opened a doubleheader against Valparaiso University with a 13-5 victory at Henry Aaron Field Saturday. Rain delayed the start of the opener between the Panthers (16-29, 7-12 Horizon) and the Crusaders (16-28, 7-9 Horizon) by more than three and a half hours. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Eighth-Inning Rally Sends Valpo Past Milwaukee, 7-6 May 3, 2008
MILWAUKEE - Valparaiso University scored seven runs in the eighth inning and then held on to hand the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team a 7-6 defeat Friday afternoon at Henry Aaron Field. The Panthers (15-28, 6-11 Horizon) led 4-0 before the start of the eighth and had limited the Crusaders (15-27, 6-8 Horizon) to just four hits through the first seven innings before they exploded for the seven-run outburst to escape with the league victory. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Denver native Wolter now swinging for the fences at Valparaiso (17) May 2, 2008
Now, that's how far she's hitting the ball as a junior outfielder at Valparaiso University. The sweet-swinging lefthander is enjoying a breakout season for the Crusaders, who take a 29-16 overall record and an 11-4 Horizon League mark into Cleveland State (13-3), where the conference championship will be on the line this weekend. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Dedicated to her community May 2, 2008
He graduated from Valparaiso University as a registered nurse and was the recipient of the Dorothy Paulsen Smith Award recognizing a graduating senior whose quest for excellence is demonstrated by scholarship, leadership, openness and enthusiasm, energy, creativity, empathy and compassion. He represented the school both in the state and nationally for his dedication to SADD. He is a travel nurse that has taken him to many states and included a medical service trip to Africa. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Panthers Hang On For 6-5 Victory Over Northwestern May 2, 2008
It's back home for Milwaukee next, hosting league newcomer Valparaiso University Friday and Saturday at Henry Aaron Field. Game one of the three game set gets underway Friday afternoon, with the Panthers and Crusaders scheduled for a 2 p.m. first pitch. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Irish Handle Valparaiso, 6-0 May 2, 2008
The victory at Valparaiso University Softball Field improved Notre Dame's overall record to 35-17-1, as the Crusaders fell to 29-16. and each had two-out singles in the fifth when the game was scoreless. (Und.com)
WADA drops doping case vs. American sprinter Jenkins Apr 23, 2008
Jenkins was defended by the Valparaiso University Sports Law Clinic. "It was a good day for athletes,'' said Michael Straubel, a Valparaiso Law School Professor who argued the case along with four university law students.Jenkins had been coached by Trevor Graham, who is charged with three felony counts of making false statements to federal investigators. The government has accused him of lying in 2004 when he denied distributing steroids or telling his athletes where they could get them. He is... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Brehmer gets major support Apr 19, 2008
He received top tier honors at Valparaiso University School of Law after completing a double major in History and Political Science at that Indiana University. After law school he joined the local law firm of Borton, Petrini n until establishing his own firm in 1995, and he has been practicing law in Kern County ever since. (Taft Daily Midway Driller, CA)
Adam Cook travels to see brother compete on 'American Idol' Apr 17, 2008
Wearing a Valparaiso University Law sweatshirt and a navy baseball cap, and waving to friends and family, Adam Cook, with the help of a cane, boarded the Leer jet that would take him almost 2,000 miles to watch his brother, David Cook, attempt to become the next American Idol. The trip nearly didn't happen. (The Examiner)
Neighbors in the News Apr 13, 2008
The bride is a 2000 graduate of Sycamore High School, a 2004 graduate of University of Notre Dame and a 2007 graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law ... The groom is a 2000 graduate of Cincinnati Country Day School, a 2004 graduate of University of Notre Dame and a 2007 graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Marion center Tim Flynn signs with Valparaiso Apr 12, 2008
With Brown already headed to Illinois State University, Flynn made his commitment to Valparaiso University Friday afternoon. "He was the trigger man for two seasons two very exciting seasons. The offense is going to begin with that trigger," Marion head coach Kerry Martin said. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Martin transferring Apr 10, 2008
Valparaiso University has been speculated to be Martin's next stop of choice, though during the season, he denied thoughts of transferring back to his hometown school. Martin's departure leaves Purdue with a third open scholarship to possibly be used this spring. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
Mattix hired as Pumas' defensive coordinator Mar 29, 2008
Mattix was a two-year varsity letter winner on the football team at the University of Indianapolis before transferring to Valparaiso University, where he earned a third varsity letter. He graduated from Valparaiso in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Sports spotlight Mar 27, 2008
Byers has verbally committed to go to Valparaiso University to play. Division 1AA Football as a Crusader but is now, not surprisingly. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Christians 'walk with God' on Easter Mar 25, 2008
Later, inside the chapel at Spanish Fort Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Julian Walthall cited an article by Frederick Niedner, a theology professor at Indiana's Valparaiso University, who wrote about the "unfinished business" that lingers in every graveyard. But recalling the Gospel teaching that after his Resurrection, Jesus wanted his disciples, despite their failings, to go to Galilee to see him, Walthall said, "the resurrected Lord does not hold our unfinished business against us.". (AL.com)
Chetek High School names valedictorian, salutatorians Mar 20, 2008
After graduation, Erspamer plans to attend either Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Ind. or Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Baylor's Story Good for NCAA Mar 19, 2008
The whole program was one nail away from having that coffin sealed permanently when Drew swooped in from Valparaiso University and starting rebuilding it one player at a time. (Baylorbears.com)
Adelphi Men's Tennis 2-1 At Halfway Mark Mar 15, 2008
The Panthers' only loss has come against Valparaiso University, which the Brown and Gold were routed 7-2 ... Against Valparaiso University. (Aupanthers.com)
Obituaries for Sunday, March 9, 2008 Mar 9, 2008
org/haiti) or Valparaiso University. Memorial service at 2 p.m. March 17, St. Mark s Episcopal Cathedral, Minneapolis. (Winona Daily News, MN)
PG North: Northgate grad aids Baylor basketball rebuilding job Mar 6, 2008
Driscoll, 43, joined Drew's coaching staff at Valparaiso University in Indiana in the summer of 2003 after spending the previous six seasons as an assistant at Clemson and Wyoming. He spent just seven weeks there before following his boss to his new job at Baylor. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gubernatorial candidate Jill Long Thompson speaks about reforms Mar 4, 2008
Long Thompson holds a bachelors from Valparaiso University, and a masters and a doctorate from Indiana University. Ultimately, its not the programs, its making sure people have the opportunity to fulfill their potential, she said. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
ISP adds three universities for new division Mar 1, 2008
UNO joins the University of Richmond and Valparaiso University in the new division to work with ISP on marketing a variety of multimedia opportunities and corporate sponsorships. "We are excited to have the opportunity to build a more efficient and productive sales and marketing program at these three schools and look forward to the new relationships," said Ben Sutton, president and CEO of ISP.. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
PSU wins internationalization award Feb 29, 2008
Other universities to receive the award were Valparaiso University (Ind. Nebraska Wesleyan University, Goucher College (Md. (SunOnline)
Doubleovertime Not Enough as Miami Falls to Valparaiso Feb 24, 2008
--Junior guard scored a career-high 30 points, while junior forward amassed 23 points and senior forward added 22 points, marking the first time since Dec. 2, 1997 three Miami plays have recorded 20 or more points in a game, but it was not enough as Miami University's men's basketball team (13-13) suffered a hard-fought 99-94 double-overtime loss at Valparaiso University (16-12) on Saturday evening in the O'Reilly ESPNU BracketBuster. put in a layup with 19 seconds remaining in regulation to... (Muredhawks.com)
$1 Million bond set for Wheatfield man in rape, kidnapping case Feb 23, 2008
A 1,000,000 surety-only bond has been set for Wheatfield resident Jason E. Havard, age 25, who was arrested Feb. 15, on charges of rape and kidnapping, a class A felony, of a Valparaiso University student. At a preliminary hearing Feb. 21, Havard entered a plea of "Not guilty" and requested a speedy trial. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
RedHawks Travel to Valparaiso For BracketBuster Game on Saturday Feb 22, 2008
FAMILY TIES: Miami's Eric and have family ties to Valparaiso University. The twins' father, Ken Pollitz, played at Valparaiso, lettering from 1977-79 and serving one year as team captain. (Muredhawks.com)
Others who show excellence Feb 14, 2008
Joshua Wood, Valparaiso University; home, Reynolds, Ill. major, computer engineering; figured out how to do matrix multiplication using quantum computing techniques. (USA Today)
Miami to Face Valparaiso at 6 p.m. on ESPN Classic Feb 12, 2008
Playing in the O'Reilly ESPNU BracketBuster on Feb. 23, Miami University's men's basketball team will face Valparaiso University at 6 p.m. in Valparaiso, Ind. The RedHawks, who are one of the 14 televised games, will battle the Crusaders on ESPN Classic. (Muredhawks.com)
At our best (Feb. 11) Feb 11, 2008
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Ind. Brekke Berg of Corvallis graduated from Valparaiso University in December 2007. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
RedHawks One Of 14 Nationally-Televised O'Reilly ESPNU BracketBuster Games; Face Valparaiso Crusaders Feb 5, 2008
OXFORD, Ohio--Making its fifth appearance in the O'Reilly ESPNU BracketBuster, Miami University's men's basketball team will face Valparaiso University on Saturday, Feb. 23 in Valparaiso, Ind. The game will be one of the 14 nationally-televised games as part of O'Reilly ESPNU BracketBuster. (Muredhawks.com)
No. 2 Indians dismantle RCHS Feb 2, 2008
Adams, who has committed to Valparaiso University, had 20 points by halftime and accounted for all but two of her team s 26 points in the first 16 minutes with two assists. The 5-foot-7 guard hit 6-of-8 shots in the first half and was 6-of-6 from the foul line. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
An Unlikely Rescue for Pit Bulls Jan 27, 2008
The court even appointed a guardian and special master, Valparaiso University animal law expert Rebecca Huss, who oversaw the dogs' disposition and recommended which rescue groups would accept them. One result of the unusual process, said ASPCA's Stephen Zawistowski, is that shelters that always euthanized such dogs are now saying "you've given us permission to care" about giving them a second chance. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Vick associate gets probation Jan 27, 2008
Hudson appointed Rebecca J. Huss, professor at the Valparaiso University School of Law, guardian of the dogs. Based on her recommendations, 47 dogs have been sent to eight animal rescue organizations throughout the country. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UWM Women Start 2008 Schedule At Western Illinois Jan 24, 2008
LAST TIME IN THE POOL: The Panthers were last in the pool December 8, downing Valparaiso University, 170-114, to close out the semester schedule. Juniors , and and sophomores and led the way against the Crusaders. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Milwaukee Men Back In Action This Weekend Against Western Illinois Jan 24, 2008
LAST TIME IN THE POOL: UWM won all 16 events Dec. 8 to defeat Valparaiso University, 186-77, at the Klotsche Natatorium. The Panthers closed out the 2007 portion of their schedule with four wins in their final five duals. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Swedesburg Lutherans call new pastor to revitalize ranks Jan 19, 2008
Zittergruen graduated from MFL MarMac in 1998, and attended college at Valparaiso University, in Indiana, where he majored in theology and philosophy, graduating with honors in 2002. After receiving his undergraduate degree, he attended Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, S.C. He was awarded a Master of Divinity in 2006. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Business people Jan 8, 2008
He received a degree in business administration from Valparaiso University. Rultants Inc. announced that two members of its civil engineering department passed the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. (Anchorage Daily News)
Voters limited as primaries move up Jan 8, 2008
With many primaries now bunched up early, voters are likely to be left with the best funded candidates or those who perform best in the two small states that go first, said political science professor Jennifer Hora. The front loading also hurts candidates because they are expected to have fully fleshed out positions on every issue long before they would take office, Hora said. (Munster Times, IN)
No comments posted. Jan 8, 2008
Voters limited as primaries move up / nwi. Voters limited as primaries move up. (Munster Times, IN)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Jan 8, 2008
n Freeport grad Willie Veasley scored eight points to help the Butler University Bulldogs down Valparaiso University 73-65. Veasley, who played 22 minutes, also had three rebounds. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Factories still pack economic punch in Indiana Jan 7, 2008
That kind of money means factory workers can afford decent homes and cars and can contribute more to the tax base, said Jaishankar Raman, an associate economics professor at nearby Valparaiso University. The companies pay taxes, too. (USA Today -- Money)
Sunday's UNC Links Dec 30, 2007
Last year he was the Mid-Continent Conference's most accurate 3-point shooter and the first freshman since Lubos Barton in 1998-99 to lead Valparaiso University in scoring. This year he has already broken associate head coach Bryce Drew's record for 3-pointers in a game, hitting 10 in a 90-61 win against Chicago State earlier this month. (InsideCarolina.com)
Drew has Bears coming out of long hibernation Dec 28, 2007
Rocked by a drug scandal and the murder of player Patrick Dennehy by teammate Carlton Dotson, the tainted Big 12 school turned to the son of Valparaiso University coach Homer Drew for relief. qualified for the task of restoring Baylor's credibility by making his coaching debut with a 20-11 record and VU's first NIT bid in 2002-03. (Baylorbears.com)
Doping charges dismissed against Jenkins Dec 22, 2007
The decision marks the first time an athlete has won an arbitration appeal of a doping charge brought by USADA, according to a media release by Valparaiso University Sports Law Clinic, whose director represented Jenkins in the case. The laboratories, in Gent, Belgium, and Cologne, Germany, violated a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) standard requiring tests be run by two different technicians, the news release said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
College update: Chi-Hi girls hoops alums doing well collegiately Dec 21, 2007
Sarah Ott is the only D-I player on the list as the 6-foot-1 forward currently plays at Valparaiso University. Two others Monica Mayry and Kelsey Hewitt are teammates at the University of Minnesota-Duluth while Gretta Layman has found a home at Minnesota State University in Mankato, Minn. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
RELATED ARTICLES Dec 19, 2007
VU'S HAANPAA NAMED SCHOLAR ATHLETE: Valparaiso University sophomore guard Sam Haanpaa was named the Horizon League Male Scholar-Athlete of the Week on Tuesday following his record-setting weekend ... VU'S HOCHSTETLER NAMED SCHOLAR ATHLETE: Valparaiso university junior guard Leah Hochstetler was named the U.S. Army Horizon League Scholar-Athlete of the Week after helping the Crusaders to a last-second victory against South Dakota State on Saturday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Men's Soccer Earns Academic Honors Dec 11, 2007
22 Valparaiso University, Mike Avery, 3. 04 Vermont, University of, Jesse Cormier, 3. (Gozags.com)
Milwaukee Improves To 14-0 All-Time Against Valparaiso With Win Dec 9, 2007
MILWAUKEE - The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's swimming g team won all 16 events Saturday to defeat Valparaiso University, 186-77, at the Klotsche Natatorium. The Panthers close out the 2007 portion of their schedule with four wins in their final five dual meets. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Panthers Extend Dual Win Streak To Five With 170-114 Win Over Valparaiso Dec 9, 2007
MILWAUKEE - The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee women's swimming g team completed a weekend sweep of its opponents Saturday afternoon at the Klotsche Natatorium, downing Valparaiso University, 170-114, to close out the semester schedule. Juniors , and and sophomores and led the way against the Crusaders. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Cancer Society hires county representative Dec 7, 2007
Rensselaer Republican. Konja will be responsible for fund raising, advocacy and cancer control events and programs in Porter, Jasper and Newton Counties collaborating with other community and health organizations around cancer prevention. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Campbell University accepts bid to join Pioneer Football League Dec 6, 2007
The league still retains four of its charter members - Butler University, the University of Dayton, Drake University and Valparaiso University, plus the University of San Diego (joining in 1992) - which were joined in 2001 by four new teams, three of which remain today - Davidson College, Jacksonville University and Morehead State University. In January 1991 the NCAA passed legislation to require Division I institutions to sponsor all intercollegiate sports at the Division I level. (Usdtoreros.com)
Rescue groups to get remaining Vick dogs Dec 5, 2007
One dog was recently euthanized for medical reasons, according to a news release from Valparaiso University School of Law, where Huss is a professor. "With the experienced care they will provide these dogs, I foresee that many will eventually be able to be adopted by members of the public," Huss said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Vick to deposit $900,000 for dogs Nov 29, 2007
Rebecca Jean Huss, a Valparaiso University law professor and the court-appointed guardian for the dogs, declined comment on the news of Vick setting aside the restitution, said Tom Shaer, a spokesman for the law school. In their motion last week, federal prosecutors revealed that the costs associated with seizing, maintaining and finding homes for the dogs were significant, estimating the total cost at $928,073. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bulldogs Vie For Third-Straight Win On Saturday Against Indiana State Nov 28, 2007
1) when they take on Indiana State in the State Farm Hoosier Classic beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET in the Athletics-Recreation Center on the campus of Valparaiso University. The game will be video-streamed live online through the Horizon League Network. (Butlersports.com)
