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VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY The National Lutheran University  Others teach skills, We do that and enable wisdom.  Others offer knowledge, We do that and foster integrity.  Others make people productive, We do that and connect faith to life. Enrich your life and the lives of those around you. Communications,Graphics and Web Standards Guide 2007 A Resource for University Spokespersons Page 1 INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The Valparaiso University Communications Guide is a resource for those groups and individuals who frequently serve as University ambassadors or spokespersons. WHEN AND HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE As academic institutions today face intense competition for attention and resources, it is vital to position Valparaiso University in appropriate, meaningful, and memorable ways. Our audiences need to be able to understand quickly and clearly who Valpo is and what the University can offer them. When marketing the University, members of the Valparaiso University community will find this guide to be useful in a number of situations, including, but not limited to, publications – print and electronic – letters, speeches, or even casual conversation. Page 2 CONTENTS CONTENTS I. Valparaiso University at a Glance   Page(s) 4-8 4 4-8 9 10-12 13-19 13 14 15 15-16 16 17 18 18-19 20-22 23-24 25-28 25-26 26 26-27 27 28 28 28 29 30-45 46-48 49-54 55-64 56-57 58-59 60-61 62 63-64 65-APPENDIX2 65-69 70-71 72 APPENDIX1 APPENDIX2 Institutional History Facts and Statistics II. III. IV. Valparaiso University Strategic Plan Positioning Valparaiso University Evidence of Excellence         Academic Distinction and Excellence Mentoring Faculty Student Life Character and Faith Location Leadership Broad Influence State-of-the-Art Facilities V. University Milestones VI. Fun Facts and Traditions VII. What’s New at Valpo in 2006-2007        College of Arts & Sciences College of Business Administration College of Engineering College of Nursing Graduate Division School of Law Service VIII. Compliance IX. Graphic Standards XI. Trademark Licensing Program XII. Web Standards XIII. Talking Points      Annual Profile Examples of Distinguished Valpo Alumni Union MSN/MBA Tuition and Fees XIV. Communications Resources      Fact-Checking and Editing Guidelines Publicity Audiences Media Relations – communicating with members of the press LRG Full-Color Graphic Representations Vendor List Page 3 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY Founded in 1859 by Methodists as Valparaiso Male and Female College, an institution pioneering in coeducation, the school closed in 1871 because of the Civil War. In 1873, Henry Baker Brown, an enterprising educator, reopened the college as the Northern Indiana Normal School. By 1900, the fledgling institution won recognition as an economical institution of higher learning that served thousands of students who might not otherwise have been able to afford a quality education. Following World War I, the University slipped into bankruptcy. In 1925, the Lutheran University Association purchased what is now Valparaiso University and today, although remaining independent of ecclesiastical control, the University maintains close ties with Lutheran church bodies. For additional information, please review “Valparaiso in Brief” in the General Catalog. LUTHERAN HERITAGE As an independent Lutheran university, Valparaiso University strives to embrace the integration of religious faith and secular learning. Faithful to the vision and tradition of the Lutheran Reformation, Valparaiso fosters an environment where students and faculty can explore fundamental issues from all angles with intellectual rigor, integrity, openness, and respect. For additional information, please review “Valparaiso in Brief” in the General Catalog. FACTS AND STATISTICS University Type:     Co-ed Four-year Private Selective Religious Affiliation:  Independent Lutheran Page 4 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE FACTS AND STATISTICS, continued Undergraduate Academic Programs:       Arts and Sciences Business Administration Engineering – Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Nursing Christ College – The Honors College College of Adult Scholars – a program for non-traditional and part-time students Graduate Programs:  School of Law:  Juris Doctor (includes eleven curricular concentration areas)  International Master of Laws  Dual Juris Doctor degrees:  Master of Arts in Psychology  Master of Arts in Liberal Studies  Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling  Master of Business Administration  Master of Science in International Commerce and Policy  Master of Science in Sports Administration  Graduate Division:  Business Administration  Master of Business Administration  Master of Business Administration with Accounting Specialization  Master of Engineering Management  Management Certificate  Chinese Studies  Master of Arts in Chinese Studies  Education  Master of Education: Initial Teaching Licensure Program – Lutheran Education Alliance with Parochial Schools (LEAPs)  Master of Education: Initial Teaching Licensure Program – General Track  Master of Education: Teaching and Learning Concentration  Master of Education/Education Specialist in School Psychology  Non-degree Programs (Certification/Licensure, License Renewal and/or Personal Enrichment, Adding a Content Area to License, Licensure Programs in Special Education)  Transition to Teaching Non-Degree Licensure Program  International Studies  Master of Science in International Commerce and Policy Page 5 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE FACTS AND STATISTICS, continued  Liberal Studies  Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (English, Ethics and Values, Gerontology, History, Human Behavior and Society, Theology, Theology and Ministry, Individualized) Nursing  Master of Science in Nursing (RN-MSN Option, Parish Nurse Option, Advanced Nurse Education Option, Post-Master‟s Family Nurse Practitioner)  Management Certificate for Nursing Psychology  Master of Arts in Community Counseling  Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Sports  Master of Science in Sports Administration    International Study:  Thirteen semester or year-long programs on four continents, sponsored by VU or in conjunction with host institutions in the following nations: - Hangzhou, China - Anglia Polytechnic, England - Cambridge, England - Oak Hill Seminary, England - Paris, France - Cergy-Pontoise, France - Reutlingen, Germany - Tubingen, Germany - Athens, Greece - Hirikata, Japan - Puebla, Mexico - Windhoek, Namibia - Granada, Spain Off-Campus Study:        Chicago Urban Studies Semester Cooperative Education Programs (Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, and Nursing) Internships Service Learning The Lutheran College Washington Consortium (sponsored by the Luther Institute) Washington Semester Program (with American University) Semester on the United Nations (with Drew University) Page 6 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE FACTS AND STATISTICS, continued Community and Public Service:   During the 2006-2007 academic year, 39 student organizations and athletic teams performed 54,064 hours of community service for a variety of programs and causes, mostly in Northwest Indiana. In addition to their service projects, Valparaiso student organizations raised $119,061 for philanthropic activities during the 2006-2007 academic year. Accreditations:             The Higher Learning Commission: Member-North Central Association The American Chemical Society National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Indiana State Department of Education-Indiana Professional Standards Board National Association of Schools of Music The Council on Social Work Education AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology State of Indiana Health Professions Bureau-Indiana State Board of Nursing Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education The Association of American Law Schools The American Bar Association National Programs Affiliated with VU  See http://www.valpo.edu/about_valpo/national_organizations.php National Rankings:      Repeatedly ranked as a top regional university in the Midwest for quality by “U.S. News & World Report” Recognized as having “One of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs in the Nation” (Top 15% of masters level schools in 20072008) by “U.S. News & World Report” Nationally recognized Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Nursing, and Christ College – The Honors College Listed in Princeton Review‟s “The Best 361 Colleges” Listed in “Peterson’s Competitive Colleges” Page 7 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE FACTS AND STATISTICS, continued     Featured in John Templeton Foundation‟s “Guide to Colleges that Encourage Character Development” Barron‟s “Best Buys in College Education” Princeton Review‟s “Best 282 Business Schools” Featured in Kaplan‟s “369 Most Interesting Schools” Location:   Valparaiso, Indiana (population 31,000) County Seat – Porter County (population 152,500) Nearby:    Chicago – one hour Indianapolis – two and one-half hours Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park – 15 minutes Campus Size:  Over 300 acres with 60 academic and residential buildings Athletics:   NCAA Division I – nine teams for women, nine for men Teams compete as part of the NCAA Horizon League Women:          Basketball Cross Country Indoor Track Outdoor Track and Field Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving Tennis Volleyball Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Indoor Track Outdoor Track and Field Soccer Swimming and Diving Tennis Page 8 Men:          STRATEGIC PLAN The Mission Statement and Strategic Plan of Valparaiso University reflect some of the highest ideals, efforts, and aspirations of this institution. The University‟s mission, which follows, is constantly pursued through six enduring commitments. The objectives of each commitment reflect the specific achievements for which the University strives. Together, the mission statement and commitments present a concise illustration of the direction and aspirations of Valparaiso University. VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT Valparaiso University, a community of learning dedicated to excellence and grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith, prepares students to lead and serve in both church and society. ENDURING COMMITMENTS 1. FOSTER A DYNAMIC INTELLECTUAL ENVIRONMENT …marked by students engaged in learning both inside and outside the classroom, by faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and professional achievement, and by a rich blend of rigorous undergraduate programs complemented by select graduate and non-traditional programs. 2. DELIVER A DISTINCTIVE EDUCATION …that integrates fields of study, connects theory to practice, combines liberal with professional education, and promotes interaction between campus life and classroom learning, in order to form men and women who will flourish in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. 3. PROVIDE AN ENRICHING STUDENT EXPERIENCE …with programs and facilities that enhance students‟ capacity to lead socially, culturally, and physically satisfying lives, and that develops leaders, promotes service, and builds community. 4. MODEL THE BEST IN CHURCH-RELATED HIGHER EDUCATION …by continually discovering new ways to connect faith and reason in the lives of students, thereby enabling them to become ethical and responsible citizens, and by continuing to lead the national conversation about the vital importance of churchrelated higher education. 5. CONFIGURE CAMPUS SPACES THOUGHTFULLY AND AESTHETICALLY …so as to enhance learning, build community, and radiate hospitality. 6. INCREASE RESOURCES AND STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS …through increased operational revenue, maximized fundraising, and improved productivity through enhanced enrollments and higher net tuition, selective program expansions, rigorous program and service review, fundraising, endowment growth, and increased productivity. Page 9 POSITIONING VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY The overarching and support positionings presented herein are designed to differentiate Valparaiso University from its competition and provide a foundation for internal and external communications. Specifically, these communications should define the institution as follows: VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY POSITIONING       Others teach skills, We do that and enable wisdom. Others offer knowledge, We do that and foster integrity. Others make people productive, We do that and connect faith to life. Enrich your life and the lives of those around you. SUPPORT POSITIONINGS Complementing the overarching positioning are support positionings that further underscore Valparaiso‟s strongest features and benefits: Connecting Thought and Action, Theory and Practice Valparaiso University combines the best aspects of both a traditional liberal arts foundation and pre-professional preparation. Drawing on an array of programming options that is unusual for a smaller university, all graduates receive a rigorous grounding in the technical competencies of their chosen field, while also developing a broader set of superior critical thinking and communications skills. Students in pre-professional fields, as well as those in liberal arts majors, become creative thinkers and problem solvers through exposure to the liberal arts. At the same time, liberal arts majors, alongside students in more pre-professionally oriented majors, participate in experiential learning opportunities that result in a distinct set of skills that can be applied in their post-baccalaureate professional pursuits, regardless of their aspirations. Putting Faith at the Center of Learning Anchored in the Lutheran heritage, which affirms the interaction of faith and learning, Valparaiso University nourishes not only the intellectual but also the spiritual, emotional, social, and physical dimensions of students‟ lives. Valparaiso University‟s enduring commitment to values – faith, personal integrity, social responsibility, and respect for human diversity – permeates each student‟s educational experience at the University. Page 10 POSITIONING VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY SUPPORT POSITIONINGS, continued Emphasizing the concept of vocation, Valparaiso University prepares students to affirm one of the fundamental tenets of Lutheranism: to connect their work and faith in the service of God‟s world and its people. Beyond simply having a job or a career, Valparaiso University graduates exhibit a dedication and passion to meet profound human needs. Right-sized Valparaiso University has the variety of programs and majors typical of a large university. It offers the individual attention, sense of community, and opportunity to belong that are normally found in a small college. Significant opportunities for leadership, competitive participation in athletics, and meaningful participation in music, arts, and other activities are more plentiful than at small colleges and more accessible than at large state schools. ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTORS In addition to the overarching and support positionings described above, a number of additional university descriptors are used in various university materials to further convey the nature and character of Valparaiso University. Branding Valparaiso University as a whole   Sub-Brands     College of Engineering – “Developing a Distinctive Engineer” & “Preparing our Engineers to Lead and Serve for Nearly 90 Years” College of Business Administration - “Values-Based Leadership” & “Forty Years of Preparing Ethical Leaders for the Business World” College of Nursing - “Preparing Leaders in Nursing” & “Preparing Leaders to Shape the Nursing Profession for More Than 35 Years” Christ College - “Honoring Intellect, Enlivening Faith, Engaging the World” “In Thy Light We See Light” University Motto “Our Valpo….” Brand tagline used to communicate VU‟s values through Valpo people. Page 11 POSITIONING VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTORS, continued    School of Law - “Law as a Calling. Enduring Core Competencies. Exceptional Legal Research and Writing. Truly Personal Manner of Teaching and Learning.” Valparaiso University Athletics - “Valpo Crusaders: Champions in Competition, Classroom and Community” Lutheran community - “Grounded in Faith. Empowered to Learn. Inspired to Serve.” Page 12 EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMIC DISTINCTION AND EXCELLENCE   Consistently ranked by “U.S. News & World Report” as one of the top universities in the Midwest for quality and value. Ranked as a leader among several educational publication reports: 1. Peterson‟s “Competitive Colleges and Guide to Honors Colleges” 2. Princeton Review‟s “Best 361 Colleges” 3. Templeton Foundation‟s “Guide to Colleges that Encourage Character Development” 4. Barron‟s “Best Buys in College Education” 5. Princeton Review‟s “Best 282 Business Schools” 6. Featured in Kaplan‟s “369 Most Interesting Schools” College of Engineering ranked by “U.S. News & World Report” 2006-2007 as one of the top 15 percent of U.S. institutions offering undergraduate degrees in engineering. College of Engineering‟s Hesse Learning Resource and Assessment Center provides one-on-one academic counseling and support for engineering students. Valpo‟s VisBox-X2 Scientific Visualization Laboratory in the College of Engineering is the only one of its kind among primarily undergraduate universities. College of Nursing‟s state-of-the-art Virtual Nursing Learning Center is one of the largest of its kind nationwide. College of Business Administration accredited by the AACSB International -The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, one of approximately 25 percent of private institutions in the U.S. to be distinguished as such. The Department of Geography and Meteorology is equipped with a 1,000 square foot Weather Center for hands-on weather forecasting and storm tracking, and also controls the University‟s very own Doppler Radar system, which was recently erected on campus. Freshman Core, a nationally recognized, interdisciplinary course, initiates first-year students into the Valparaiso academic community. 1. Common first-year experience 2. Writing-intensive program of study 3. Collaborative inquiry focusing on segments of the human experience Three-year bachelor‟s degree programs in Nursing and the Arts. 86 percent of first-year students return to Valpo. Greater than 85% of pre-medical students who apply to medical or dental school are admitted, usually within a year of graduation. For Christ College students, the percentage is 100. Christ College is one of the top honors colleges in the nation. 1. Interdisciplinary focus 2. Fellowship among students and faculty 3. Discussion-based classes 4. Emphasis on spiritual values College of Adult Scholars offers a selective program of study for part-time learners who are 24 years of age or older and who are either seeking a first degree or pursuing advanced training through a certificate of specialization. All professional graduate programs are accredited or seeking accreditation. Page 13              EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMIC DISTINCTION AND EXCELLENCE, continued    Retention rate for graduate programs is significantly higher than the average for similar kinds of institutions. The Bach Institute – preserving the legacy of the music and theological perspective of Johann Sebastian Bach for future generations. Chapters of academic honor societies for each college. 1. Phi Beta Kappa – College of Arts & Sciences 2. Beta Gamma Sigma – College of Business Administration 3. Sigma Theta Tau – College of Nursing 4. Tau Beta Pi – College of Engineering Integrated curriculum blends liberal arts and professional programs to a degree that is rare for institutions of VU‟s size. 1. Interdisciplinary studies 2. Multicultural, international focus 3. Co-operative education program Student-initiated Honor System. Charter member of the Associated New American Colleges. One of only 15 schools chosen to participate in the prestigious James S. Kemper Foundation‟s internship program.     MENTORING FACULTY             90 percent of Valpo full-time faculty has a Ph.D. or the highest degree in their field. 13:1 student-faculty ratio; 12:1 student-faculty ratio at the graduate level. Small average class size of 22; classes are led by professors, not TAs. Host annual Celebration of Scholarship program, both graduate and undergraduate. Provide individual, caring attention. Offer academic and emotional support. Interact with students outside of class. Represent diverse talents and expertise. Enable critical thinking and model lifelong learning. Take an active interest and role in students‟ residential life and student organizations. Engage in service learning. Pursue scholarly work through research, publications, professional performances and other creative endeavors including music composition, photography, painting and drawing. Page 14 EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE STUDENT LIFE        80-100 student organizations and clubs available to students. About 50 percent of students participate in intramural activities. 35 percent of Valpo students join one of nine national fraternities and 6 national sororities. About 50 percent of students participate in academic organizations. Abundant music-related activities and organizations for music majors and nonmajors. NCAA Division I athletics – part of the Horizon League. Center for the Arts is the hub of musical life at Valpo. Performance opportunities include the Chamber Concert Band, Crusader Pep Band, Jazz Lab Band, Handbell Choir, Kantorei, Luce Band, Madrigal Dinners, Matins Choir, Musical Theatre Productions, Operas and Plays, Small-Group Musical Ensembles, Soul Purpose (touring liturgical drama troupe), Symphony Orchestra, University Community Band, University Singers, Valparaiso University Chorale, and the VU Gospel Choir. Brauer Museum of Art. Annual Jazz Fest celebration with participating schools from Northwest Indiana. Annual Law and Psychology Symposium and Lecture. $74 million Union project underway – scheduled for opening in the 2008-2009 academic year.     CHARACTER AND FAITH            Positions faith at the center of learning. 75 percent of students participate in faith-related activities. Emphasis on “Service Learning” – one-third of Valpo students volunteered over 48,000 hours for the 2006 academic year. Student organizations raised $107,502 for philanthropic activities in the 2005-2006 academic year. LEAPs Program enables students to serve as apprentice teachers in underresourced parochial schools in NW Indiana, Chicago, Cleveland, and Detroit. School of Law requires pro bono work. Valpo Law Clinic provides free legal services to disadvantaged members of the community; approximately 700 clients annually. Community Research and Service Center provides research and planning services for community organizations and local governments. Encourages open inquiry. Nourishes the “whole person” – spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical dimensions of students‟ lives. Affirms values – faith, personal integrity, social responsibility, and respect for human diversity. Home of the Lilly Fellows Program in the Humanities and the Arts, an initiative to strengthen the network of church-related colleges in the U.S. that provides fellowship opportunities and developmental support for young scholars in Christian communities of learning. Emphasizes the concept of vocation. Motivates and equips students for service to God and the human family. Page 15   EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE CHARACTER AND FAITH, continued        Offers diverse worship opportunities. Fosters active campus ministry from the Valpo Chapel of the Resurrection, St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center, Inter-varsity Christian Fellowship program, and Campus Crusade for Christ. Welcoming of all faiths. Every professional graduate program addresses issues of ethics. Home of the Project on Civic Reflection Home of Valparaiso Project on the Education and Formation of People in Faith Home of the Resurrection Labyrinth (Prayer Labyrinth) in Memory of Nicole Unrath LOCATION    A residential town of 31,000 people. County seat of Porter County, Indiana (population 152,500). Proximity to Chicago 1. Diverse cultural resources 2. Internship and employment opportunities 3. Academic field trips Fifteen minutes south of the Indiana Dunes National Park on Lake Michigan. Two-and-one-half hours north of Indianapolis. Access to public transportation. Proactive campus safety: Valparaiso University Police Department, call boxes, and escort vans. Access to a plethora and range of practicum and internship training sites for both undergraduate and graduate programs.      Page 16 EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE LEADERSHIP  Enhances Lutheran heritage. 1. Public worship 2. Residential ministries, including Institute of Liturgical Studies 3. Visiting lecturers 4. Theological conferences 5. Institute on Law and Pastoral Ministry 6. Symposium for Lutheran high school teachers of religion Enriches the cultural and spiritual life of Porter and Lake counties. Contributes to area economy. Promotes Associated New American Colleges model for higher education. Encourages public and community service. 1. Indiana Campus Compact member (statewide volunteering network) 2. Rebuilding Together sponsor 3. Project Neighbors and Hilltop House support 4. Active Habitat for Humanity chapter 5. Engineers Without Borders Chapter; Kenya project 6. Medical mission trip to Central America Guild – a unique community of Christian women committed to serving and promoting the success of Valpo for more than 75 years. Community Research and Service Center provides research, surveying, planning, and analysis services for community organizations and local governmental bodies. Chapel partners with the Community of the Cross of Nails and is the Center for Reconciliation; preserves historic religious sites nationwide. Partnership with social service and mental health organizations to provide training for graduate students in counseling and school psychology.         Page 17 EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE BROAD INFLUENCE   Respected by prestigious graduate schools, leading funding sources, and corporate recruiters. Garners high placement rates for graduates with top-notch companies, corporations, and graduate schools.* 100% placement for College of Engineering 100% placement for Nursing 93% placement for Business Administration 93% placement for Arts & Sciences 94% placement for overall Undergraduate 87.8% placement for School of Law nine months after graduation * Data reflects surveys submitted by graduates of Dec. ’05, May ’06, Aug ’06.    Valpo annually provides the U.S. Air Force with more meteorology graduates than any other university nationwide. Supports a distinguished cadre of alumni in the arts, business, church, education, medicine, politics, social services, sciences, and sports. (Please see current list of examples in the Appendix.) Maintains global orientation. 1. International Service, International Economics and Cultural Affairs, International Business major, Masters in International Commerce and Policy. 2. 13 study-abroad programs coordinated in nine nations and on four continents; 15 percent of current students participate. 3. Students from more than 40 countries 4. Kade-Duesenberg German House and Cultural Center 5. La maison francaise French House and Cultural Center 6. Valpo International Engineering Program in German (Reutlingen) 7. China Center 8. Study-abroad requirement for International Business majors 9. International internships 10. Spring break research trips to China 11. Musical group tours of Malta, China, Britain STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES  Center for the Arts 1. Brauer Museum of Art annually hosts world-renowned exhibits and displays 2. Two theaters offer top-notch theatrical and musical settings 3. Graphic arts computer facilities 4. Advanced photography lab facilities and equipment 5. The Bach Institute – preserving the legacy of the music and theological perspective of Johann Sebastian Bach for future generations. Department of Physics & Astronomy‟s Nuclear particle accelerator, subcritical nuclear reactor, lab stations with ultrasonic motion detectors, LED photogates, and thermocouples. Astronomical observatory with computer-controlled telescopic equipment Engineering‟s VisBox-X2 Scientific Visualization laboratory: enabling virtual reality learning Page 18    EVIDENCE OF EXCELLENCE STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES, continued           Top-of-the-line robotics laboratory Radio and television production facilities; non-linear video editing Computer labs and campus workstations provide a student-to-computer ratio of 6:1 (not including student-owned computers). Technology classrooms integrated with audio, visual, projection, computer, and Internet capabilities. Preservation of Guild and Memorial Halls; 50-year old, upper-class residence halls restored to architectural grandeur of the time of their construction. Continued integration of latest computer, networking, and learning equipment within the residential environment. Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources: automated storage and retrieval system among first five installed in the nation Virtual Nursing Learning Center: largest/most complete in the nation Kallay-Christopher Hall; studio devoted to weather forecasting with the only undergraduate meteorology program in the nation with Doppler radar system. Construction of new Union underway, with projected opening date of Fall 2008. Page 19 UNIVERSITY MILESTONES Valparaiso University is widely recognized as holding an enviably strong position among its peer institutions. Propelling the University toward even greater distinction, VU has recorded numerous benchmark achievements in the past 10 years. MILESTONES OF THE PAST DECADE  Creation of master of business administration, master of sports administration, master of international commerce and policy degrees, and computer engineering, biochemistry, actuarial science, youth, family and education ministries, creative writing, and professional writing majors and degrees. Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts is established to promote national dialogue about issues facing church-related colleges and universities. The Brauer Museum of Art opens. Valpo Core is adopted as the collaborative, writing-based program of integrative study for first-year students. Valparaiso University receives praise and recognition from numerous accreditation bodies, including the designation as one of only a small number of undergraduate colleges to be recognized by the AASCB International–The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Capital improvements to Valparaiso University‟s campus bring state-of-the-art technology and improved physical environments to Guild, Memorial, Brandt, and Wehrenberg halls; the Chapel of the Resurrection; the Valparaiso Union; Miller Hall; Dickmeyer Hall; the University Book Center, Meier, Urschel, Schnabel, and Gellersen. Valparaiso University‟s men‟s basketball team makes an appearance at the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA tournament. VU‟s women‟s basketball team makes its first appearance in the NCAA, while women‟s volleyball, men‟s soccer, football, tennis, and other sports programs earn repeated conference championships and honors. COPC (Community Outreach Partnership Center) completes third construction project. Through a successful “Three Goals, One Promise” campaign and substantial increases in annual giving, the University‟s endowment jumps dramatically to more than $120 million with the support of alumni volunteers, the VUAA, and the Guild. Expansion of graduate and continuing education programs allows the creation of new interdisciplinary studies that integrate the liberal arts with the School of Law, creates opportunities for adult scholars, and allows the expansion of Valparaiso University‟s curriculum.          Page 20 UNIVERSITY MILESTONES MILESTONES OF THE PAST DECADE, continued  Valparaiso is recognized as a national leader in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies and a charter member of the Associated American College Association, serving as a model of what future comprehensive universities should be. The College of Engineering establishes the Hesse Learning and Resource Assessment Center and the Valparaiso International Engineering Program in German (at Reutlingen) Hilltop House, the Involvement Center, and the Law Clinic are firmly established as partnerships between the University and community, models of service learning in higher education, and testaments to the distinctive Lutheran character of Valparaiso. The University receives a $15 million gift from Jay and Doris Christopher, VU‟s largest gift ever. In the spring of 2001, Valparaiso University welcomes the Ansel Adams photography exhibit, which draws more than 16,000 people from across the Midwest. Fellowship House is established. An Undergraduate Research fund for student use is established by the Guild. In 2003, the School of Law celebrates its 125th anniversary. Former President George P. Bush is the keynote speaker at a formal gala held at the Institute of Natural History in Chicago. The University completes construction of the $33 million Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources. Kallay-Christopher Hall is constructed, providing a state-of-the-art environment for the study of geography and meteorology; Doppler radar system installation begins. The China Center is established and a study-abroad program begins in Hangzhou, China. The Schweitzer Scholarship allows nursing and pre-medical students to spend springbreak providing hands-on medical service in Central America.            Page 21 UNIVERSITY MILESTONES MILESTONES OF THE PAST DECADE, continued          The Valparaiso Admission Network (VAN) is established to utilize alumni and friends of the University in the recruitment of students. A chapter of Engineers without Borders is formed; members travel to a Kenyan village to begin a multi-year irrigation project. The Bach Institute debuts in 2001 with a performance of St. Matthew Passion. The Kade-Duesenberg German House and Cultural Center opens and begins residential and other programming. The men‟s basketball team competes against Duke at Chicago‟s United Center in December 2004. Engineering students plan and execute re-location of the “student bridge,” bringing it back to campus; rededicated on campus in October 2005. The symphony orchestra travels to China for VU‟s first international musical tour. Home of the Resurrection Labyrinth (Prayer Labyrinth) installed in Memory of former student Nicole Unrath. The women‟s volleyball team is one of just 45 NCAA Division I programs to receive the American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award, the only MidContinent Conference school to qualify. For the second year, men‟s and women‟s soccer teams earn the NSCAA/Adidas Team Academic Award Basketball player Dan Oppland is named to the ESPN Academic All-American Team. Eleven students present their research projects at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research, the largest and most prestigious undergraduate research conference in the US. VU‟s historic Student Bridge is dedicated, following reconstruction on campus of the popular landmark by students in the Society of Civil Engineers. Groundbreaking is held for construction of $74 million Union project to be completed in 2008-2009. La Maison Francaise opens and begins French residential and cultural programming for students.       Page 22 FUN FACTS AND TRADITIONS FUN FACTS 1. What Northwest Indiana school once was referred to by a New York newspaper as “the poor man‟s Harvard”? Valparaiso University 2. What is the founding date of Valparaiso University? 1859 3. Members of what religious denomination founded Valparaiso University? Methodist 4. Valparaiso University‟s basketball team reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA tournament in what year? 1998 5. Valparaiso University students initiated, planned and constructed what campus building? Engineering – now called the Art-Psychology Building 6. What U.S. presidential candidate was assassinated a month after speaking at Valparaiso University? Robert Kennedy 7. With approval of a chapter at Valparaiso University, how many Indiana colleges now have chapter of Phi Beta Kappa? Seven 8. Valparaiso University‟s football team once competed in what Florida bowl game on New Year‟s Day? Cigar Bowl in 1951 9. In the past 18 years, U.S. News &World Report magazine has ranked Valparaiso University in the top three for quality among master‟s level institutions how many times? 18 Page 23 FUN FACTS AND TRADITIONS TRADITIONS Valparaiso Alma Mater* Hail to the Brown and Gold! We pledge thee to uphold Wherever we may be Thy honored name. Through years that come and go, To pay the debt we owe We‟ll e‟er be true to you, Dear old Valpo. Hail to the Brown and Gold! Recall the days of old, The happy days which we Ne‟er shall forget. As shadows longer grow Brighter the flame shall glow, The flame of love for you, Dear old Valpo. Hail to the Brown and Gold! Thy sons and daughters hold In loving loyalty Thy colors dear; Colors whereby they show What others, too, should know: That they belong to you, Dear old Valpo. (Tradition dictates singing of the third verse in less formal settings.) *Written in 1935 by President Oscar C. Kreinheder (to the tune of “How Can I Leave Thee.”) FIGHT SONG Hail Crusaders! Who rise to glory, Our challenge has been hurled. Our team victorious, our colors glorious Are known throughout the world. Valparaiso, we‟re here to back you, Our cheers like thunder roar See our school, our team, See our colors gleam, As we fight for the Brown and Gold! Page 24 WHAT’S NEW AT VALPO What’s New at Valpo? College of Arts & Sciences   Weather Center‟s Doppler radar system installed. A new Geoscience major is developed to equip students for careers in natural disaster preparation and other fields where an understanding of geography and meteorology are necessary. Student radio station WVUR 95.1 FM wins two awards in the national Communicator Award Audio Competition: The Crystal Award of Excellence for a station promotion and for a pre-produced football broadcast and an honorable mention for an edition of its weekly sports program “Crusader Week in Review.” The two awards were the third-most received by a college station. WVUR is named "Radio School of the Year" for excellence across its programming and wins several other awards from the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters, including Best News/Sports, Best Newscast, Best Radio Personality, Best Sports Play-by-Play, and Best In-Studio Sportscast. Valpo‟s student newspaper, The Torch, is named an All-American Newspaper by the Associated Collegiate press for its excellence during the 2005-2006 academic year. The newspaper received praise by judges for both its news coverage and design, and won Marks of Distinction in four of five categories: coverage and content, art and graphics, layout and design, and leadership. An education student spends a semester student teaching at the Hong Kong International School, becoming the first Valpo student to student teach overseas. A German/Secondary Education student is selected for the prestigious four-week American Education Student Study in Germany program. A German and Geography major is one of 15 US juniors to win a fellowship to participate in the University of Pennsylvania‟s “Grad School Experience” seminar. English and Christ College alumnus Rene Steinke (VU ‟86) is a National Book Award finalist. Two sophomore Meteorology majors are among 100 national recipients of the Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The Community Research and Service Center completes studies on the need for housing assistance in Porter County and on gang dangers awareness. The results will assist the community in planning housing services and aid Valpo Police in making changes to their Gang Resistance Education and Training program. Page 25         WHAT’S NEW AT VALPO What’s New at Valpo, continued  Valpo joins the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, a 661-acre biological field station with forest, wetlands, fields and lakes. The southwestern Michigan site will provide students with additional hands-on ecological research opportunities. College of Business Administration  Valerie Brown, A Valpo public relations and marketing student, is awarded with the Daniel J. Edelman/PRSSA Award for Outstanding Public Relations Student. In addition to receiving a $1,500 cash award, Brown received a three-moth paid internship at Edelman, an independent global public relations firm with headquarters in Chicago.  VU‟s new student chapter of Delta Epsilon Chi, a student marketing organization, had a very successful first year. At the organization‟s regional competition, the team of Callie Spengler and Luis Sifuentes placed first in the International Marketing event and the team of Callie Spengler, Jana Larson, and Becky Christopher placed first in the Advertising event. This qualified both teams to compete at the national competition in Orlando, Florida where Spengler and Sifuentes placed in the top twelve. Additionally, Luis Sifuentes, president of VU's chapter, was appointed to the Delta Epsilon Chi 2007-2008 national officer team as Central Region Vice President. Matthew Cavin, junior International Business major, has been elected as President of the Student Senate at VU. The CBA created and offered a two-credit, college-level course on Success Skills to high school seniors in the Valparaiso community. MBA student Steve Olsen designed and taught the course as part of a SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) project and an independent study in his graduate program. All CBA students are required to have an internship as part of their curriculum. Students have internships with many different organizations in the United States and abroad this summer including assignments with: U.S. Department of State in the Bureau of European & Eurasian Affairs at the American Embassy in London, NCAA Eligibility Center (Indianapolis), Houston Astros major league baseball team (Houston), International Speedway Corporation (Daytona), Banco Economico (Bolivia, South America), commodities trading with Robert M. Henner, Ltd (Chicago) and DT Trading, LLC (Chicago), and Beloit Snappers minor league baseball (Beloit, WI). Michael Rosenwinkel, who graduated in December 2005 with a BSBA in Accounting and Finance, was awarded an Excel Bronze Medal by the Illinois CPA Society for his outstanding performance on the Uniform CPA Examination. Michael is working for KPMG Peat Marwick in Chicago.     Page 26  Professor Sandra Strasser receives Instructional Innovation Award at the Decision Sciences Institute‟s annual meeting for her creation of a Business Statistics course that uses a wiki in place of a traditional textbook. Professor Ceyhun Ozgur has been elected as the president-elect of Midwest Decision Sciences Institute for 2007-08 and will serve as president from April 2008 to April 2009. The College of Business enrolled a record Graduate class with approximately 85 students in 2006 (10 enrolled in the new Masters of Engineering Management program).   College of Engineering  The first Valparaiso International Engineering Program-Germany (VIEP) students enroll at Valpo‟s Reutlingen study center and participate in internships with area industries.  U.S. News & World Report again ranks the College of Engineering in the top 15% of engineering programs in the nation among schools where the highest degree awarded is the bachelors or masters. Valpo‟s two-year old Engineers Without Borders chapter hosts the national organization‟s annual conference, receives the organization‟s Educational Achievement Award and completes its three-year Kenya water system project. For the second consecutive year, a VU engineering student is named to USA Today‟s All-USA College Academic Team, which recognizes the nation‟s most outstanding students.   Page 27 WHAT’S NEW AT VALPO What’s New at Valpo, continued   Senior Rachel Husfeld wins a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowship of $40,500 annually for three years to pursue graduate studies. Valparaiso University‟s College of Engineering is the first in the nation to offer Dale Carnegie training as part of the freshman curriculum. This course provides education related to leadership, communication, presentations and public speaking – ensuring growth and skill development necessary to acquire top jobs following graduation. The GE 100 has been redesigned with a multi-disciplinary focus – introducing freshman to the many options offered to them in the field of Engineering. The College of Engineering partners with Caterpillar to host its first Engineering Career Awareness Day in September. Professor Jeffrey Will and student Mike Steffen work together to use virtual reality to control a farm vehicle located in Japan.    College of Nursing  Three nursing alumni from three different states coincidently work together as hurricane relief workers in New Orleans.   Twelve nursing students receive funding for Valpo‟s spring break medical missions trip to Central America. Associate Professor of Nursing Kristen Mauk, a leading national expert in gerontological nursing, publishes a textbook entitled “Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care.” Nursing graduates achieve a 100% job placement rate. LeBien Hall is equipped with wireless technology. Dean Janet Brown and Elise Alverson, Coordinator of the Family Nurse Practitioner Program, are selected as two of six nominees for Nursing Spectrum‟s Teaching Excellence Award. Valpo is the first program to have two finalists from the large number of nominations.    Page 28 WHAT’S NEW AT VALPO What’s New at Valpo, continued Graduate Division  An innovative Master of Arts in Chinese Studies program is launched, and the dual degree JD/MA Chinese Studies introduced in fall, 2007  A new Masters of Engineering Management degree affords students with an undergraduate engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program the opportunity to prepare to be managers with just one additional year of study. A combined MSN/MBA program is approved. An MA program in English Studies & Communication, with the possibility of an embedded TESOL certificate, is launched with 10 new students enrolled. The program is designed for US and international students wanting to develop their skills with respect to the English language, American literature and cultural studies, and English communication skills.   Continuing Education  A new bachelor‟s degree, the Bachelor of Liberal & Professional Studies, is approved. This program is intended for working, non-traditional age students who can benefit from a liberal arts education while developing specific skills that will serve them in their workplace or in exploring new career options. The program offers a flexible curriculum and delivery that is particularly friendly to this audience. School of Law  The School of Law opens the nation‟s first legal clinic dedicated to providing free legal assistance to athletes, coaches, and others involved in amateur sports. Prof. Straubel and 10 third-year law students represent Olympic and amateur athletes in six cases involving doping, eligibility, and immigration issues at Turin, Italy.    A team of four students wins first place for its written argument in the East Regional Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. Students take fourth place in the American Bar Association‟s Regional Negotiation Competition. Valpo is listed in Princeton Review‟s 2006 edition of “The Best 159 Law Schools.” Page 29 Service  Fraternities and sororities perform nearly 30,000 hours of community service, raising more than $34,000 for charity.   VU's Social Action Leadership Team (SALT) raises some $10,000 to build and supply a medical clinic in a poor Haitian village. Sponsored by the Chapel‟s Social Action Leadership Team (SALT), Pastor Cunningham leads a study trip to Nicaragua to focus on fair trade and Christian response to poverty. Student organizations increased their community service to 45,530 hours and donated more than $100,000 to various philanthropies.  Page 30 COMPLIANCE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT In order to be in compliance with IRS regulations regarding private universities, Valparaiso University must include a statement of its racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students in all of its brochures, catalogues, and other written communications with the public dealing with student admissions, programs, and scholarships. “Valparaiso University provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The University does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion and tenure, other employment practices, applications for admission, or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, or (as qualified herein) religions. An institution committed to its Lutheran tradition, the University reserves the right to promote the teaching of the church and to exercise preferences in admissions and employment-related practices in favor of Lutherans.” Page 31 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY The following University Trademarks and Symbols standards are to be used as a guide for proper use of all Valparaiso University noncommercial brand identities and logos and supercedes any previous standards. A consistent image and identity reinforces and serves the goals, missions, and culture of Valpo. The Valparaiso University Graphic Standards Guidelines outlines rules and regulations for printed materials in order to preserve the integrity of Valparaiso‟s identifiers and licensed properties and protect the University‟s image. Each time the University logo or brand is being represented in print, Web or other media, the highest standards mandated by the University should be met. Included are University standards for using the seal, licensed marks, color variations, and typography; specifications for college-specific letterhead, envelopes, mailing labels, and business cards; and specifications for athletics stationery, envelopes, and business cards. If you have a need to modify or develop a logo beyond what is available to you in this Standards Guide, or require information beyond that which is presented here, contact: Gail Kemper Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Admission, Financial Aid, and Marketing Valparaiso University Kretzmann Hall 1700 Chapel Drive Valparaiso, IN 46383 Gail.Kemper@valpo.edu Phone: 219.464.6800 Fax: 219.464.6898 Image files of logos are available upon written request at www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 32 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY Primary Marks The Valparaiso Wordmark The Valparaiso University wordmark has been developed as the primary institutional identifier for Valparaiso University. The wordmark consists of two primary elements – the seal combined with the typography are optically centered to one another. The wordmark and its elements are registered trademarks of Valparaiso University. The Valparaiso University wordmark has been created in six different widths for optimum legibility. They are ½ 1, 3, 4 ½, and 6. The seal created for use under ½ is significantly different from the other sizes. It has been drawn to remain legible when used small. This wordmark should be used when the final size is 7/8 in width or smaller. The wordmark should not be used smaller than ½ in width under any circumstances. It loses legibility when smaller than ½, reflecting poorly on the standards of the University. The typography in each version has been custom drawn and kerned for maximum legibility and impact at each size. Choose the version of the logo closest to the final reproduction size. Page 33 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY- continued The Valparaiso University Seal The Valparaiso University wordmark has been developed as the primary institutional identifier for Valparaiso University, but the Valparaiso University seal may be used alone in special circumstances. Examples of this usage are as follows: on diplomas, invitations, or commencement programs, in the design of pins, rings, or pendants, and on other formal articles where a sense of ceremony is appropriate. The seal is a registered trademark of Valparaiso University. Typography The Valparaiso University wordmark has been developed as the primary institutional identifier for Valparaiso University, but the typographic element of the wordmark may be used alone in special circumstances. The typographic element of the Valparaiso University wordmark is based on the Adobe Garamond font family. “Valparaiso University” and “Valparaiso Crusaders” are registered trademarks of Valparaiso University. Page 34 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY- continued Valpo-V Mark The Valpo informal identifier has been developed as a secondary institutional identifier for Valparaiso University. For many years “Valpo” has been the affectionate name given to the institution by students, faculty, and the community. Examples of usage are as follows: athletic uniforms, garments, print materials, and venue displays such as scoreboards, etc. Also, print materials (including invitations, announcements, newsletters, and advertising), banners, etc., promoting non-academic events such as Homecoming, Parents Day, alumni reunions, and receptions. The mark consists of two primary elements; the V with a double outline in the University colors of gold and brown and the typography placed an optically centered across the V, breaking the double outline. The mark should not be used smaller than 7/8 in width under any circumstances. It loses legibility when used smaller than 7/8 in print materials, reflecting poorly on the standards of the University. The preferred color usage is Gold (Pantone 129C or Pantone 1210) and Brown (Pantone 469). The Valpo-V is a registered trademark of Valparaiso University. Page 35 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Wordmarks Arts Media and Our Valpo The Valpo Arts Media wordmark is comprised of the Valparaiso University seal in conjunction with the wordmark. Preferred placement of the Valparaiso University seal with these wordmarks is shown, but can be altered. The seal must always be in close proximity to the wordmark. Our Valpo The Valpo Arts Media wordmark was adopted for use in the promotion of Valparaiso University arts media merchandise only. Again, preferred placement of the Valparaiso University seal is shown. Page 36 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Athletic Marks Crusader The Valparaiso University Athletics mascot is the Crusader. Examples of usage for the mascot are as follows: athletic uniforms, garments, print materials, and venue displays such as scoreboards, etc. Also, print materials (including invitations, announcements, newsletters, and advertising) and items promoting nonacademic events such as Homecoming, Parents Day, alumni reunions, and receptions. The Valparaiso University Crusader serves as the athletic mascot. Variations of the mascot by sport include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, swimming, diving, track and field, and volleyball. The Crusader is a registered trademark of Valparaiso University. Valpo Spirit The Valpo Spirit logo is a tertiary (and informal) institutional identifier for the promotion of Valpo athletics and merchandise only. Page 37 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Customization Seal and Valpo mark The Valparaiso University seal and the Valpo mark are customizable by academic college, major, program, or administrative department. Valpo Spirit The Valpo Spirit logo is customizable for the promotion of all Valparaiso University athletic sports and clubs and affiliated student and alumni groups (e.g., Crusader Club Crusader Pep Band). Page 38 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Valparaiso University Official Colors The Valparaiso University colors are gold and brown. Pantone 129 (gold) is to be used on coated paper, Pantone 114 (gold) on uncoated paper and Pantone 8640 as a metallic gold on ceremonial items such as diplomas, invitations and table accessories. Pantone 469 (Brown) is the brown to be used on coated paper with Pantone 168 (brown) to be used on the uncoated paper. The official color usage for the Valparaiso University wordmark utilizes gold for the seal and brown for the typography. Other variations are listed below: a. b. c. d. e. Wordmark on gold, seal white, type brown Wordmark in white on gold Wordmark on brown, seal gold, type white Wordmark on brown, seal white, type gold Wordmark in black and white seal and black type Letterhead College Specific Letterhead: The wordmark is positioned 11p2 from the top trim and 2p from the left trim of the letterhead. It measures 7p2 across and prints in Gold and Brown. The college name is positioned 2p2 from the right edge of the wordmark and base aligns with the wordmark. It is typeset in 12pt. Adobe Garamond Expert Semibold, flush left, all caps, tracked to 70 and prints in Brown. The college address, telephone, fax, and modem numbers are centered 27p4 below the wordmark. They are typeset in 8pt. on 18pt. lead Adobe Garamond Expert Titling Capitals, small caps, tracked to 5 and print in Brown. Printing: Offset printing using the official colors specified in the color section of this manual. Paper: 24lb. bright white, wove finish with 25 percent cotton fiber, i.e., Strathmore Writing. #10 Envelope The wordmark is positioned 2p from the left edge and 9p10 from the top edge of the envelope. It measures 6p6 across and prints in Gold and Brown as shown. The college name is positioned 2p from the right edge of the wordmark and 3p6 from the top edge of the envelope. It is typeset in 11pt. Adobe Garamond Expert Semibold, all caps, tracked to 65 and prints in Brown. Page 39 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued The address is positioned 2p from the right edge of the wordmark and 5p10 from the top edge of the envelope. It is typeset in 8pt. Adobe Garamond Expert Titling Capitals, small caps, tracked to 10 and prints in Brown. Paper: Envelope and stationery to match. Half-size Stationery & Envelopes The stationery address is centered 11p6 beneath the wordmark. The envelope address is flush left. Both typeset in 8pt. on 15pt. lead Adobe Garamond Semibold, small caps, tracked to 10. Paper: Inexpensive white offset, 70lb. text. Mailing Label: The wordmark is positioned 2p from the left trim and 9p10 from the top trim. It measures 6p6 across and prints in Gold and Brown. The college name is positioned 2p from the right of the wordmark and 3p6 from the top trim. It is typeset in 11pt. Adobe Garamond Expert Semibold, all caps, tracked to 65 and prints in Brown. The address is 5p10 from the top trim. It is typeset in 8pt Adobe Garamond Expert Titling Capitals, small caps, tracked to 10 and prints in Brown. Paper: Crack and peel label. Bright white wove to match the stationery. University Business Card The business cards are designed on the same grid as follows: The wordmark is positioned 1p from the left trim and 10p6 from the top rim. It measures 6p8 across and prints in Gold and Brown. The individual name and title are positioned to the right of the wordmark and 5p from the top trim. They are typeset in 9pt Adobe Garamond Bold, flush left, small caps, tracked to 5, and 8pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Semibold Italic, upper and lower case. Both print in Brown. The college name is positioned 2p from the top trim. It is typeset in 8pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Titling Capitals, small caps, tracked to 5 and prints in Brown. The last line of the text containing address and phone information aligns baseline to baseline with the wordmark. That information is typeset in 8pt. on 10pt. Adobe Garamond Titling Capitals, flush left, small caps, tracked to 5 and prints in Brown. Paper: Bright white wove finish 80lb. cover to match the letterhead. Page 40 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Athletic Specific Letterhead The informal mark is positioned 11p2 from the top trim and 2p from the left trim of the letterhead. It measures 7p2 across and prints in Gold and Brown. The sport name is positioned 2p4 from the right edge of the informal mark and base aligns with the informal mark. It is typeset in 12pt. Adobe Garamond Expert Semibold, flush left, all caps, tracked to 70 and prints in Brown. The coach‟s name is centered 24p4 below the informal mark. It is typeset in 9pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Expert Titling Capitals, small caps, tracked to 10 and prints in Brown. The department name is centered 28p below the informal mark. It is typeset in 10pt. on 18pt. lead Adobe Garamond Expert Semibold, all caps, tracked to 50 and prints in Brown. The address, telephone, fax, and modem numbers print in Brown. They are typeset in 8pt. on 18pt. lead Adobe Garamond Expert Titling Capitals, centered, small caps, tracked to 5. Paper: 24lb. bright white, wove finish with 25 percent cotton fiber, i.e., Strathmore Writing Athletic Business Card The informal mark is positioned 1p6 from the left trim and 9p6 from the top trim. It measures 5p8 across and prints in Gold and Brown. The sport name is positioned 1p10 from the right edge of the informal mark and 2p from the top trim. It is typeset in 8pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Titling Capitals, flush left, small caps, tracked to 5 and prints in Brown. The individual name and title are positioned 1p10 from the right edge of the informal mark and 4p2 from the top trim. They are typeset in 9pt. Adobe Garamond Bold, flush left, small caps, tracked to 5, and 8pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Semibold Italic, upper and lower case. Both print in Brown. The address, phone, and e-mail information are positioned 1p10 from the right edge of the informal mark and 6p4 from the top trim. They are typeset in 8pt. on 10pt. lead Adobe Garamond Titling Capitals, flush left, small caps, tracked to 5 and print in Brown. Paper: Bright white wove finish 80lb. cover to match the letterhead. Page 41 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued School of Law Graphic and Wordmark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any School of Law logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found in the university Guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which the Valparaiso University School of Law may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and wordmarks contained in the Valparaiso University Graphic Guide to Logo Usage Manual are acceptable. These images and wordmarks may be made school of law specific by including “School of Law” below the image/logo/seal in acceptable font and format (see, e.g., the two-color “Valpo-V” design for alumni relations in the Usage Manual). 2. The official, name, identity, wordmark is “Valparaiso University School of Law.” Other acceptable word marks/identity references include: a. Valpo Law b. Valpo School of Law c. VU School of Law 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and wordmarks: a. VUSL b. any use of the words Law School (e.g., Valparaiso Law School, VU Law School) as our official identity. c. any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso School of Law) d. use of a generic scales of justice as a School of Law logo. e. any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For specific law school design approvals and questions, contact Curt Cichowski, Associate Dean, School of Law, Wesemann Hall, 219-465-7841. Page 42 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued College of Engineering Graphic & Trademark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any College of Engineering logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found under the standard university guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which the Valparaiso University College of Engineering may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and trademarks contained in the Valparaiso University Trademarks and Symbols Graphics Standards Manual are acceptable. These images and word marks may be made College of Engineering specific by including “College of Engineering” below the image/logo/seal in acceptable font and format. 2. The official name and identity is “Valparaiso University College of Engineering.” 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and word marks: a. VUCoE b. Any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso College of Engineering). c. Any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For specific College of Engineering design approvals and questions, contact Dean Kraig Olejniczak at 219-464-5085 or Vice President of Marketing, Katharine Wehling, at Katharine.Wehling@valpo.edu 5. For requests to use University trademarks, please reference this link: www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 43 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued College of Business Administration Graphic & Trademark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any College of Business Administration logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found under the standard university guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which the College of Business Administration may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and trademarks contained in the Valparaiso University Trademarks and Symbols Graphics Standards Manual are acceptable. These images and word marks may be made College of Business Administration specific by including “College of Business Administration” below the image/logo/seal in acceptable font and format. 2. The official name and identity is “Valparaiso University College of Business Administration.” 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and word marks: a. VUCoB b. Any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso College of Business). c. Any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For specific College of Business Administration design approvals and questions, contact Dean Tom Boyt at 219-464-5040 or Vice President of Marketing, Katharine Wehling, at Katharine.Wehling@valpo.edu 5. For requests to use University trademarks, please reference this link: www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 44 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued College of Nursing Graphic & Trademark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any College of Nursing logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found under the standard university guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which the College of Nursing may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and trademarks contained in the Valparaiso University Trademarks and Symbols Graphics Standards Manual are acceptable. These images and word marks may be made College of Nursing specific by including “College of Nursing” below the image/logo/seal in acceptable font and format. 2. The official name and identity is “Valparaiso University College of Nursing.” 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and word marks: a. VUCON b. Any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso College of Nursing) c. Any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For specific College of Nursing design approvals and questions, contact Dean Janet Brown at 219-464-5289 or Vice President of Marketing, Katharine Wehling, at Katharine.Wehling@valpo.edu 5. For requests to use University trademarks, please reference this link: www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 45 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued College of Arts & Sciences Graphic & Trademark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any College of Arts & Sciences logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found under the standard university guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which the College of Arts & Sciences may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and trademarks contained in the Valparaiso University Trademarks and Symbols Graphics Standards Manual are acceptable. These images and word marks may be made College of Arts & Sciences specific by including “College of Arts & Sciences” below the image/log/seal in acceptable font and format. 2. The official name and identity is “Valparaiso University College of Arts & Sciences.” 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and word marks: a. VUCoAS b. Any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso College of Arts & Sciences). c. Any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For College of Arts & Sciences design approvals and questions, contact Dean Jon Kilpinen at 219-4645314 or Vice President of Marketing, Katharine Wehling, at Katharine.Wehling@valpo.edu. 5. For requests to use University trademarks, please reference this link: www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 46 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS GRAPHIC IDENTITY – continued Christ College Graphic & Trademark Standards Preface: This is intended as a supplement to the Valparaiso University Graphics Standards Guidelines. The primary application of these standards is to the design and production of any Christ College logo apparel and products (stationery and business card standards are found under the standard university guidelines). Secondarily, these standards also state the appropriate manner in which Christ College may be identified and referenced. 1. Generally, only images and trademarks contained in the Valparaiso University Trademarks and Symbols Graphics Standards Manual are acceptable. These images and word marks may be made Christ College specific by including “Christ College” below the image/logo/seal in acceptable font and format. 2. The official name and identity is “Christ College – The Honors College.” 3. A non-exclusive list of unacceptable graphics and word marks: a. VUCC b. Any reference that omits a designation for university (e.g., Valparaiso Christ College). c. Any other unofficial mark, generic mark, or abridgement of approved marks. 4. For specific Christ College design approvals and questions, contact Dean Margaret Franson or Vice President of Marketing, Katharine Wehling, at Katharine.Wehling@valpo.edu 5. For requests to use University trademarks, please reference this link: www.valpo.edu/communications. Page 47 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY GRAPHIC STANDARDS TRADEMARK LICENSING PROGRAM The Valparaiso University licensing program is managed by Licensing Resource Group, Inc, (LRG). The agency assists with protection and promotion of the University‟s name, logos, and wordmarks. Any manufacturer interested in using our marks and logos must receive permission from the University through a formal licensing agreement and is subject to applicable royalties at the current rate of 7.5 percent. Any person, organization, or corporation manufacturing a product or providing a service mark bearing or containing any of the marks of the University must, prior to use of such marks, enter into a licensing agreement with the University. Licensed vendors are required to submit product samples and artwork to the University for approval. This ensures that the product is of good quality and that the artwork is done in a manner that reflects positively on the University. University purchases for items that are not for resale are exempt from royalties. However, it is still very important that purchases go through licensed vendors. They have received authorization to use our marks and logos and carry product liability insurance coverage. Licensing Revenues Licensed manufacturers pay the University royalties on all products sold. Revenues collected on licensed merchandise support the University‟s scholarship program.  Licensing Program Coordinator Managing the University‟s trademarks and the licensing program is Katharine Wehling, Vice President, Kretzmann Hall, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN, 46383; Phone: 219.464.6800; Fax: 219.464.6898; email: katharine.wehling@valpo.edu. Valparaiso University Book Center The Valparaiso University Book Center is managed by Folletts, 1109 Union Street, Valparaiso, IN, 46383; Phone: 219.464.5421; Fax: 219.464.5439; email: valpo@bkstr.com. Valparaiso University Registered Trademarks - “Valparaiso University” - “Valparaiso Crusaders” - University Seal - Crusader Mascot - Valpo-V Logo   Page 48 LICENSING PROGRAM APPROVAL FORM Museum Store, Brauer Museum of Art Valparaiso University Guild Although officially exempt from the royalty fee charged to commercial ventures, the Museum Store at the Brauer Museum of Art and the Valparaiso University Guild must have commercial projects and artwork approved by Valparaiso University. The request to use the names, marks, logos, images and/or symbols of Valparaiso University in any commercial venture should be completed prior to project initiation and sent to the University Licensing Office, Katharine E. Wehling, Vice President, Kretzmann Hall, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Indiana, 219.464.5011, FAX 219.464.6989.   Description of merchandise to be produced __________________________________ Name, logo, image requested for use on merchandise __________________________ Artwork has been/will be submitted to Valparaiso University for approval by ________ (Date) __________________________________________ Signature of Museum Store/Guild Representative __________________ Date The above project has been approved and is exempt from the royalty charge: __________________________________________ __________________ Katharine E. Wehling Date Vice President Licensing Coordinator Page 49 VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY LICENSING PROGRAM WAIVER FOR Student Organizations Officially recognized student organizations using any name, mark, logo, seal and/or symbol identifying Valparaiso University, whether fund-raising or promotional, are required to seek prior approval from the VU Licensing Coordinator, Katharine E. Wehling, Vice President of Marketing, (219) 464-6800. Products sold or given away bearing such marks of the University for the sole benefit of the student organization are exempt from the royalty fee charged commercial vendors. The Follett Higher Education Group, which operates the VU Book Center, has the exclusive right of sale of University merchandise on-campus. Student organizations producing products for commercial distribution on-campus must use the Book Center as their wholesaler/vendor. Products produced for promotional and other non-commercial purposes must use a licensed vendor. The list of VU licensees is available from Vice President Wehling. All artwork must be approved by the VU Licensing Coordinator prior to production. Please reference www.valpo.edu/communications for guidelines regarding artwork design. The following waiver must be completed prior to production of any materials. Name of Student Organization: _______________________________________________ Name of Student Managing this Project: ________________________________________ Academic Year: ___________________________________________________________ Description of Project: _____________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Length of Project: _________________________________________________________ Artwork has been/will be submitted to Valparaiso University for approval by ________ (Date) I verify that the fund-raising/promotional project described above is only for the purpose of generating revenue for or promoting the organization, not for the profit of an individual or business: ________________________________________ Signature of Student Organization Representative The above project has been approved and is exempt from the royalty charge: ________________________________________ Signature of Licensing Coordinator Licwaiv.doc 1 Mar 2007 ___________ Date ___________ Date Page 50 WEB STANDARDS WEB STANDARDS The Valparaiso University Office of Web Services created this guide with contributions from the Web Standards Group of Valparaiso University‟s Public and Corporate Communications Committee. The Office of Web Services provides standards and technical assistance to help the Valparaiso University community develop Web pages that are designed for optimum usability and accessibility. Creating a consistent Web presence at Valparaiso University is one of the group‟s primary goals. Writing for the Web Users want to find what they are looking for as quickly and easily as possible. Weboriented writing and editing are essential for optimal content delivery. Key concepts of web writing include: 1. Omit non essential words. Users don‟t read – they scan. 2. Use “inverted pyramid” writing style: start with the point, then support it, using links for more in-depth details. 3. One idea per paragraph. 4. Keep the most important elements “above the fold,” that is, visible upon initial page view without scrolling. 5. Categorize according to users‟ needs, not by departmental organization or hierarchy. 6. When creating a link, highlight only the one-to-three most important words, NOT “click here.” Dos and Don’ts of Web Writing Do 1. 2. 3. 4. Don’t 1. 2. 3. 4. Expect your visitors to read everything. Put everything on one page. Use a passive voice. List items in a paragraph to save room. Facilitate scanning with subheads, bullet points, lists, and captions. Provide links to related and additional detail. Use an active voice. Use lists or tables when possible. Page 51 WEB STANDARDS WEB STANDARDS, continued Use of the Valparaiso University name The consistent use of the Valparaiso University name plays a critical part in the university‟s identity system. By using the official name of the university, we build greater recognition worldwide. The recommended designations for the university are: First Reference – Valparaiso University (preferred) Second Reference – Valpo Third Reference – the university When used in copy, the complete name “Valparaiso University”, should be used upon first mention. Thereafter, “Valpo” or “the university” may be employed to reference the university. Our identity hinges on the words “Valparaiso University.” Do not use the acronym “VU” when communicating to mixed or outside audiences. Beyond our community of “insiders,” this acronym is not well or universally recognized and may be confused with other institutions. When writing for internal audiences familiar with the university, it is acceptable to refer to the university as VU. The formal name of the university must be on all legal documents as well as university publications. When employed in a graphic context, the wordmark for the university should be used. Copyright Issues Copyright protects expression – your expression and that of others. All original expression is eligible for copyright protection as soon as it is fixed in a tangible form. Items NOT eligible for copyright protection include: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Ideas Facts Titles Names Short Phrases Blank Forms Page 52 WEB STANDARDS WEB STANDARDS, continued While it‟s easy to download and copy files (text, photographs, graphics, sound, movies, etc.) from the web, you must have permission from the copyright holder to use them no your own web pages (or anywhere else). Under the terms of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, the University is obligated to take appropriate action if it receives a complaint that copyrighted material is being published over our network without permission from the copyright holder. Visual Identity Required Elements It is important for university sites to contain specific elements of similarity in order to present a unified look and feel to the University‟s web presence. The elements below are required on all official Valparaiso University websites. These elements in some way will be built into all university approved web templates. Please contact the Director of Web Services if you have questions about any of the following elements.      On the site‟s homepage, the gold header, including the brown university seal followed by the brown Valparaiso University wordmark, must be present. On the site‟s subpages, the gold header including the brown wordmark, must be presenet. Below the gold header bar, must be a brown bar containing white breadcrumbs and a search box and button. On all subpages, one of the three approved logos (listed below) must be present on the left hand side of the page. This logo can be used as a design element. On all pages, the index link and content link must be present. On all pages, the footer must contain the  University seal  Name Valparaiso University  City, State and Zip Code address  Location corner information (homepage only)  Phone number of the department  Hours of operation (Monday--Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm CT)  Copyright link (which will contain copyright information, EEO statement and privacy policy)  Date and time of last update (updated by CMS)  Link to a contact form, instead of the e-mail of a site administrator. On all pages, the navigation should be placed on the left hand side of the page. There must be a separate presentation for category and audience links. On your sites home page, there must be a clearly-labeled link to the Valpo homepage page. On all pages of your site, there must be a link to your site‟s home page (designed or labeled so it is distinguishable from the front-page link to the Valpo home page).    Page 53 WEB STANDARDS WEB STANDARDS, continued Logo Use Valparaiso University Seal The official Valparaiso University seal is the primary (and formal) institutional identifier. The seal can be used in conjunction with the wordmark or as a stand-alone mark and is required in the header of all homepages as well as in the footer on all pages. The seal, except when used as a design element, should always be in high color contrast with the background. The Valpo V mark The Valpo V mark is a secondary (and informal) institutional identifier for the university. This mark is recommended for use on web subpages that are non-academic, except for the School of Law. The Spirit Logo The Valpo Spirit logo is a tertiary (and informal) institutional identifier for the promotion of Valpo athletics and may only be used on athletic web subpages. WEB STANDARDS Page 54 WEB STANDARDS, continued Official Valpo websites may not use logos/wordmarks, or variations of logo/wordmarks, that are not explicitly approved and provided by the University Marketing department for current, public use. Logos developed for internal, departmental, or limited use – even if they have been officially approved – are NOT permitted on web sites, as the web is a public forum. If you have any questions regarding the use of any Valpo logos or wordmark, or if you need an electronic version of a Valpo logo for your website, please place this request online at www.valpo.edu/communications. Elements Not to Include There are certain elements that detract from the user experience, and from the professionalism of your site‟s presentation. Please do not include the following on your web site:  Individual dates or other specifically time-sensitive information on web pages, unless you are thoroughly prepared to remove as soon as possible after a date has passed, or unless you have an automated method for daily updates. It is important to maintain completely updated information. Distracting design elements, such as flashing .gifs, blinking text, background images, super-saturated (very bright) colors, looped sound files, etc. Any advertising, promotions or commercial activity, unless approved. These activities are prohibited in the Valpo domain, because it is an .edu domain. Frames, Flash-only navigation, etc.    Colors Official brown and gold is required on the Valparaiso University web pages in the logo as well as the title bar. Official gold: C=0, M=16, Y=77, K=0 Official brown: C=0, M=52, Y=100, K=62 Web-safe colors are not required. Graphics and Photography It is recommended that each top-level and first level page have at a minimum, either one large or two medium-sized photographs. GIF and JPEG are the most common formats for web graphics. As a general rule of thumb, their size should be small enough to load quickly (~25k). Total page load should be taken into account, however. Page 55 WEB STANDARDS WEB STANDARDS, continued GIF 1. 2. 3. 4. Better for solid colors Render with a transparent background to avoid dithering Smaller file size Smaller color palette JPEG 1. Better for images with subtle variations of color (photographs, for example) 2. Higher compression tends to degrade quality; adjust compressions to avoid large file size and bad image quality. Text Treatment    For text, use dark colors on a light background for maximum contrast and readability. Black text is recommended for greatest readability. Always use black text (hex color #000000) for any text longer than a couple of lines. If you are using color in text for emphasis, provide an additional means of emphasis as well, for those who are colorblind. Any colors you use should also be clear, contrasting, and readable. If you wish to use color in text, stick to the web color palette (256 colors) and use colors that will work within the Valpo color palette. Avoid using multiple text colors. Text colors should be used sparingly for selective highlights, not as a way to add decoration or color to a page. Do not underline text for emphasis; use bold () or italic () text instead. For web users, underlined text, and particularly colored underlined text, signifies a link. When using bold or italic for emphasis, do not overemphasize. As the saying goes, “all bold is no bold.” And, since italicized text is harder to read than regular text, use italics sparingly, and for no more than a few lines of text at a time. Text size should be within a readable range. No font size should be smaller than 10 pt. for body copy and 11 pt. for header copy. The specific font that should be used in body copy is Arial Helvetica. For links in text, use the browser default colors OR an intuitive color structure. For example, unvisited links should be darker in color than visited links. Make sure text links are underlined so the user knows they are links. For graphic links, construct the navigation so links are obvious. Be consistent with text throughout your site. Be aware that Valpo uses AP style for editorial content.       Page 56 TALKING POINTS TALKING POINTS      Annual Profile Examples of Distinguished Valpo Alumni Union MSN/MBA Tuition and Fees Page 57 ANNUAL PROFILE 2005-2006 ANNUAL PROFILE 2006-2007 Enrollment: 3,866 students from most states and over 40 countries 538 of these students are enrolled in the School of Law -52 percent female; 48 percent male -39.7 percent Lutheran; 21.3 percent Catholic -66 percent of students from outside Indiana -ACT mid 50% range: 22-28 -SAT mid 50% range: 1020-1260 -More than 150 undergraduate and law student organizations 340 faculty – More than 232 full time, 108 part time; almost 90 percent of whom hold Ph.D. or highest degree awarded in field 13:1 22 45,000+ (including undergraduate, graduate, and School of Law) $143,095,735 5-to-1 student-computer ratio (not including student-owned computers) -90 percent of residential students have their own computers 1,362,598 - 85 percent for freshman to sophomore year students - 90 percent for School of Law students - 72.1 percent for Undergraduate (within five years) - 85 percent for School of Law - 100 percent placement for Engineering - 100 percent placement for Nursing - 93 percent placement for Business Administration  93 percent placement for Arts and Sciences  94.3 percent overall Undergraduate placement  99 percent for School of Law 2006-2007 Student Profile: Faculty: Student to Faculty Ratio: Average Class Size: Alumni: Endowment: Technology Resources: Library Volumes: Retention Rate: Graduation Rate: Placement Rates: Page 58 ANNUAL PROFILE 2005-2006 ANNUAL PROFILE 2006-2007, continued Financial Aid -Approximately 92 percent of all students receive financial aid; more than $53 million awarded annually, total including graduate and law school, $50.6 million. - $17,000 annual average aid award (includes grants, scholarships, loans) for new undergraduate students in fall of 2004. 2007-2008 Direct and Estimated Expenses*: Tuition General Fee On-Campus Room and Board Total Direct Costs Books and supplies Estimated Total Expense $24,360 $ 840 $ 7150 $32,350 $ 2500 $34,850 *Costs indicated are for students enrolling as first-year students. 2007-2008 School of Law Expenses: Tuition and General Fee $31,210 Page 59 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI EXAMPLES OF DISTINGUISHED VALPO ALUMNI 1. Marjorie Albohm, class of 1972 –Executive Director of Research and Business Development, OrthoIndy and the Indiana Orthopaedic Hospital; the first woman certified as an athletic trainer in Indiana (Indianapolis) 2. G. Allen Andreas, Jr., class of 1965 and Law 1968 – Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Archer-Daniels-Midland 3. Kathryn Baerwald, class of 1972 – Senior Associate Counsel, Georgetown University 4. Jacqueline Baker, class of 1984 – Registered nurse and founder of health clinic in Vancouver, WA, which treats individuals unable to afford medical care 5. Richard Bimler, class of 1963 – Former Director, Wheat Ridge Ministries; Valparaiso University Ambassador 6. Stephen Buyer, Law 1984 – U.S. Congressman (Indiana’s 4th Congressional District) 7. JoBe Cerny, class of 1970 – Actor, producer, and author - Voice of Pillsbury DoughBoy and silent actor in Cheers detergent commercials; appeared in My Best Friend’s Wedding (1997) and Road to Perdition (2002) 8. Jay Christopher, class of 1967 – Chairman of the Thatcher Technology Group, a software developer in Addison, IL; co-founder of The Pampered Chef 9. Bryce Drew, class of 1998 – Former NBA player (Houston Rockets, Chicago Bulls, New Orleans Hornets); Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, Valparaiso University 10. Richard Duesenberg, class of 1951 – Retired General Counsel, Monsanto Co. 11. Robert Duesenberg, class of 1951- Retired Senior Vice President, General Dynamics. 12. Arthur Fabsits, class of 1962 – Consultant, Hansen Information Technology 13. Carolyn Femovich, class of 1971 – Executive Director of the Division I Patriot League 14. Donald Fites, class of 1956 – Former Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Caterpillar, Inc. 15. Richard Gozon, class of 1960 – Retired Executive Vice President and CEO, Weyerhaueser Co. 16. Lowell P. Hager, class of 1947 – Professor Emeritus, University of Illinois; National Academy of Sciences inductee 17. Catherine Jenny, class of 1957 – Retired Director, Addiction Recovery Programs at N Street Village, Washington, D.C. 18. Heather (Mitchell) Johnson, class of 1974 – Obstetrician and gynecologist, Reiter Hill & Johnson, LLP, Washington, D.C. 19. Mary Junck, class of 1969 – Chairman, President & CEO, Lee Enterprises, Inc. 20. Richard Kauzlarich, class of 1966 – Former U.S. Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina; National Intelligence Office for Europe 21. Paul Landahl, class of 1961 – Bishop of the Metropolitan Chicago Synod of the ELCA 22. Jacki Lyden, class of 1975 – Host and senior correspondent, National Public Radio; author of The Queen of Sheba (1997) 23. Paul Manske, class of 1960 – Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine 24. Lloyd McClendon, class of 1981 – Nearly 20 years in Major League Baseball; Hitting Coach for Detroit Tigers 25. Robert Moellering Jr., class of 1958, 1974 LL.D. – Chair, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital 26. Julie Meyer, class of 1988 – Founder and CEO of Ariadne Capital Ltd., United Kingdom Page 60 27. Deborah Neymark, class of 1979 – Vice President of Regulator Affairs, Vascular Solutions 28. Carole Nuechterlein, class of 1983 – Chief Corporate Counsel, Sangstatt Medical Corporation in Switzerland 29. Rebecca Pallmeyer, class of 1976 – Judge, U.S. District Court 30. Robert Palumbo, class of 1980 – Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Valparaiso University; research scientist at Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland 31. Eugene Parker, Law 1982 – Attorney and Sports Agent; clients include Deion Sanders, Aeneas Williams, Ray Lewis, Derrick Brooks, Emmitt Smith 32. T. Marshall Rousseau, class of 1955 – Retired Executive Director of the Salvador Dali Museum, Sarasota, Florida 33. Robert Rucker, Law 1976 - Justice, Indiana Supreme Court 34. Ben Schnakenberg, class of 2000 – Vice President, LaSalle Bank Corporation 35. Paul Schrage, class of 1957 – Retired Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald’s Corporation 36. Al Seib, class of 1978 – Pulitzer-winning photojournalist, Los Angeles Times 37. Kathi P. Seifert, class of 1971 - Retired Executive Vice President, Kimberly-Clark Foundation; Fortune magazine's 50 Most Powerful Women in Business in 2002 and Forbes.com's annual America's Top Businesswomen 38. Paul Sieving, class of 1970 - Director of the National Eye Institute 39. Rene Steinke, class of 1986 – Author of The Fires (1999); Holy Skirts (2005) was one of five finalists for the National Book Award (fiction category). 40. Jill Long Thompson, class of 1974 – Former Undersecretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture; former member of U.S. Congress; CEO/Sr. Fellow for National Center for Food & Agriculture 41. Charles R. Vaughan, Law 1957 – Attorney, defended Ryan White, AIDS victim 42. Marc Voth, class of 1965 – Nuclear Reactor Inspector for the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission 43. Richard Wamhoff, class of 1967 – Retired Vice-President, Asia/Pacific & Global Manufacturing / Supply Chain, H.J. Heinz Company 44. Julie Winkler, class of 1996 – Vice President-Business Development, Chicago Board of Trade 45. Ron Zech, class of 1965 – Retired Chairman and CEO, GATX Corporation Page 61 UNION TALKING POINTS OVERVIEW       205,000 square feet in size – two stories. Current union is 44,369 sq. ft. Will serve as third anchor in a vibrant campus triad, which also includes the Chapel of the Resurrection and the Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources. Construction began in early November 2006 Anticipated opening projected for 2008-2009 academic year Total cost is $74 million Being funded by private gifts SIZE AND LOCATION   Largest room will seat nearly 1,000 people or 500 banquet tables, compared with the current union‟s 350 person capacity, or 260 tables. Resides across the street from the Chapel of the Resurrection and the Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources. KEY BUILDING FEATURES         Large central dining hall with a “marketplace” selection of a variety of food stations Café for breakfast (coffee, pastries, etc.), lunch and late night snacking (pizza, soft drinks, etc.) Convenience store, eliminating the need to leave campus for various sundries and basic needs. Post office and mailboxes for each resident student. Bookstore which carries books and Valpo merchandise for students, alumni, visitors and local community. Spacious conference areas for student organizations to meet, plan, and carry out their missions. Comfortable lounges for students to relax, study, visit with friends and faculty, or watch sporting events. Recreation area with billiards, ping pong, outdoor recreation equipment, etc. DEFINING QUALITIES – Students, Faculty, Staff & Community      Encourages student/faculty conversation and collaboration, where information relayed in the classroom becomes assimilated through open discussion in an informal setting. Provides room for symposia and other events for 1,000 people. Doubles the number of dining, meeting and social accommodations. Provides a location for leadership training/developing for members of Valpo‟s more than 100 student organizations. Fosters community spirit – where student groups congregate, from Student Senate to Habitat for Humanity to Latinos in Valparaiso for Excellence. Page 62 UNION TALKING POINTS, continued    Hosts groups within the local community and Northwest Indiana, including Meals on Wheels, the Red Cross, Council on State Government, and Rotary Club. A place for developing friendships, whether watching a sporting event, playing billiards, or gathering in the café to discuss the day‟s events. Underscores the faith-based, residential education that distinguishes Valparaiso University. Page 63 COMBINED MSN/MBA JOINT DEGREE TALKING POINTS September 2006 Valparaiso University‟s Graduate Studies Division, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Nursing have partnered to blend two top-notch programs into one, thus creating the MSN/MBA degree option. Adoption of this joint degree program enables Valparaiso University‟s College of Nursing to remain competitive in the marketplace and elevates the Valparaiso University brand among a regional audience. Why should a student pursue the MSN/MBA degree at Valparaiso University? 1. Nurse administrators will not have to choose between a graduate degree in nursing or one in business. They can have both. 2. A focus on both nursing and business at the graduate level is essential for nurse administrators to apply theory and research to practice. Graduate education in these fields can enhance a career trajectory, providing extensive managerial opportunities. 3. The curriculum prepares nurse leaders with a unique blend of nursing, administration, and leadership skills essential for careers in health care administration. 4. Completion of the MSN/MBA will greatly enhance professional growth and earnings opportunities. 5. Both Valparaiso University‟s College of Business Administration and College of Nursing are fully accredited. 6. The 65 credits can be completed in approximately two years of full-time study. 7. The values-based leadership approach of the MBA program and the reputation of the College of Nursing‟s graduate programs are attractive to students because they can trust that they will receive a quality education and be even more marketable as professional managers. MSN/MBA Program Facts 1. The MSN/MBA joint degree program prepares students to:    Assume mid-level executive positions in health care delivery systems; Apply research findings to health care systems; Apply state-of-the-art business practices to the administration and management of health care organizations. 2. Admission to the program is selective. Applicants must meet the admission criteria of the Colleges of Nursing and Business Administration and of the Graduate Division, and must take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). 3. Students desiring certification in a clinical specialty area will add 12 credits of nursing course work. 4. Neither degree is awarded until all MSN and MBA requirements are fulfilled. 5. If a student elects not to continue in the joint degree program, yet desires to complete either the MSN or the MBA, all requirements for the individual degree will need to be completed. 6. The approximate cost of completion of this 65-credit (21 MSN, 44 MBA) joint degree will be $33,500. Page 64 TALKING POINTS ABOUT 2007-2008 UNDERGRADUATE TUITION AND FEE INCREASES {Audiences: Prospective and Current Students, Parents, Alumni, Media} Undergraduate Tuition …..... General Fee ……….……..… Freshman Board ……….….. Room …………….….……. $24,360 $840* $2,720 $4,430 TOTAL …………….…….. $32,350   Freshman - Senior COE students are charged an additional $700 engineering fee Valparaiso University’s modest tuition increase of 5 percent remains consistent over the past decade, illustrating the University’s commitment to holding increases to the lowest possible level without compromising the quality of the educational programs. The tuition increase is the third lowest in the past 13 years and less than one-quarter of a percent from being the lowest increase in that time span. Room rates will continue to vary by residential unit   Compass Pointe apartments and air-conditioned units will cost more. Compass Pointe apartments will continue to be staffed and recognized as if they are living units. on-campus    Board rates are changing to reflect higher costs of operation, but for returning students, the increase is very little. In fact, there is no significant change in meal plan expenses for current students. Seniors will continue to have the option of establishing the level of meal plan they wish to purchase. We're forced to raise tuition each year because our costs of operation increase annually.   The University obtains its operating revenue primarily from three sources: gifts and grants, endowment (investment) earnings, and tuition. While our alumni and other donors have been generous in their growing support of the University, the majority of these funds are restricted by the donors to be used for specific purposes such as construction of the new Union, and for creating endowment funds to support specific programs such as student financial aid or scholarly activity by the faculty. Although unrestricted gifts that directly support the operating budget have increased steadily, it’s never been at the rate needed to offset the increasing cost of goods and services required. Grants from the federal and state government to provide aid to worthy students have been decreasing or staying flat forcing the University to absorb some of these operational costs.   Page 65  More than half of our budget is personnel costs (faculty, staff, physical plant, housekeeping, etc.) so even a modest increase in salaries becomes a significant budget increase. Benefit costs also increase annually, fueled by a double-digit increase in cost of health care benefits. It's important that we remain competitive with salaries so we can continue to provide excellent classroom teachers. We have a reputation for a high quality academic program and we want to continue to build on that reputation. To maintain high quality, we must invest in "high cost" areas such as laboratories, teaching aids and technology. We want to maintain small class sizes and keep courses available when students need them so they can graduate on schedule. That may require additional faculty members in select areas.     Even students who receive no scholarships or grants pay only about two-thirds of the cost of a Valpo education. Students receiving financial assistance pay even less. The other third comes from gifts, special grants and earnings from our investments. We're constantly working to increase revenue from these sources so we can keep tuition increases as small as possible. We're very conscious of cutting costs where we can, making investments to reduce expenditures for utilities and reviewing health care alternatives, for example, but we must do so with great care so that we do not diminish the quality of education we provide. Some of the additional costs incurred in recent years have been to meet student expectations -- increased counseling services, improved security, greater access to computers, etc. Students and their families also need to be aware that tuition money is not spent on new buildings. Valpo’s comprehensive cost of tuition, room and board for 2006-2007 is less than the national average for fouryear, private institutions ($29,840 vs. $30,367) and could be described as being mid-range for schools of its quality. This comparative position is not expected to change. We will continue to work to ensure that Valpo is a good "value." That is, to see that students receive good value for their investment. We're pleased when publications such as U.S. News & World Report, Barron's and others recognize us as a "good value" or "best buy" as well as for the quality of our academic programs. A good education is, after all, an investment. It is not a perishable commodity that is gone or worn out after a few years.  Studies continue to show that lifetime earnings of a college graduate exceed those of a high school graduate by 80 percent. (Up from 45 percent in 1980.) (Based on notes distributed in 2002 by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges) And, the economic factors don't address the fact that college graduates enjoy a higher quality of life, are better prepared to adjust to changes in their careers, etc. A more educated citizenry means decreased demands on public budgets and increased participation in civic activities.        Law Tuition ………….…… $30,510 Law Fee ………….…… $698   The law school tuition increase (8%) is less than one percent higher than the increase a year ago. It is anticipated that tuition and fees for the law school will remain in the mid-range among schools with strong academic programs. Page 66 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES FACT-CHECKING AND EDITING The goal of fact-checking is to make certain that text content is correct and cannot cause a lawsuit or harm somebody personally or physically. A factchecker should come to a piece of writing with a legal eye. In order to do this, time should be taken to secure the validity, authenticity, and legitimacy of content. Fact-checking contains two major elements:   Check and collect approval on quotes, dates, names, job titles, agencies, statistics, citations, and other represented facts. Work with all parties involved to secure information through sources deemed worthy for validation and finalization. PROCESS   Print out the content to be fact-checked. Read it line by line and make a note or mark beside every fact that needs to be checked. A fact-checking and editing trick is to start at the end of the document with a ruler. Put the ruler underneath the last line. Gradually push it upwards through the document, as you read the text right from left, watching out only for facts that need checking. Be skeptical and investigative. Don‟t accept anything just because it comes from a “reputable” source. Never rely on a single source. Always try to find at least two or three sources to confirm a particular fact. If a source you come across conflicts, then spread your net wider. If an organization is being named, go to its Web site, and/or find official documentation that will confirm the correct spelling of the organization‟s name. If the document contains Web site links, copy and paste them into a browser and test them out so as to ensure that each link is correct. If the document contains a phone number, call it and verify that it is correct. Be extra careful with dates and numbers. Watch out for zeros and commas in numbers. Also, check whether it says “millions,” when in fact it should say “billions.” Always do the math, adding or subtracting dollar figures, percentages, etc.       Page 67 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES DOCUMENTATION Stories should be submitted with documentation When the final version of a written piece is submitted, it should include all documentation used to write the body of work. Your documentation should include the following:  Primary Sources: a list of contacts with phone numbers Provide a list of names, numbers and e-mail addresses to the fact-checker so that he/she can verify information. You may indicate those persons you would prefer not be contacted, but an alternative should then be provided. Secondary Sources: articles in newspapers, magazines, and books Submit any articles or photocopies of articles that you used to write your stories, including printouts of articles accessed online. These should include the name of the publication, author, and date. If you used a book, photocopies should include the title, author, and page number. If you submit the whole book, indicate page numbers. If you used information from the Web, include print outs of Web pages, including URLs.  HEADLINES 1. The headline should tell the story. The headline should come from the key facts. The headline, in most cases, will come from the first couple of paragraphs, but don‟t steal the punch – and don‟t simply repeat the lead. Use specifics, details. Proof the spelling of headlines, as these words are often overlooked. Use dynamic verbs in the present tense. Strong verbs - not adjectives give headlines color. If you get stuck, start over. Headlines can be polished, just like good stories. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Page 68 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES STYLE CONSIDERATIONS Accurate grammar, spelling, and punctuation are required in academic writing. If you experience difficulty in these areas, consult an authoritative dictionary and/or style manual or contact Valparaiso University‟s Writing Center in the Christopher center for Library and Information resources, 464-5216. As problems in grammar, spelling, and punctuation contribute to poor representation of the college, program, and/or University image, pay particular attention to the following areas in the final editing phase:  Accurate spelling is essential. If there is more than one way of spelling a word, there should be consistency throughout the document (e.g., s or z). APA (2001, p. 89)i recommends that if the dictionary gives a choice, the first spelling listed should be used. Computer spell checkers save time and promote accuracy, but are not a substitute for careful editing. Every word that you use should mean exactly what you intend it to mean. APA (2001, p. 36) states that direct, declarative sentences with simple, common words are usually best. It is important to keep a dictionary and thesaurus at hand to both vary vocabulary and to increase word knowledge. A thesaurus may also be available in your word processing program. Terminology should be clearly defined early in the paper, and use of the defined terms should remain consistent throughout. Avoid the use of slang, colloquialisms, clichés, euphemisms, and overused words. APA (2001, p. 61) states that devices such as clichés, heavy alliteration, rhyming, and poetic expression attract attention to words, sounds, or other embellishments rather than to ideas. Attention to the tense of the verb is important, as is consistency of tense throughout a document. The past tense is generally used in academic writing to express an action or condition that occurred at a specific time in the past (e.g., the person complained of pain). The present perfect tense is used to express an action beginning in the past and continuing to the present (e.g., patients require analgesia when ... ), or that did not occur at a specific, definite time (APA, 2001, p. 43). Use of the active voice rather than the passive voice is desirable (e.g., the person sat on the chair rather than the person was sitting on the chair), because it is generally more emphatic and direct. However, the passive voice is acceptable when the focus is on the object or recipient of the action rather than the actor (e.g., the person was sitting on the old rocker recliner). Headings, sub-headings, dates, signatures or units of measurement should not finish with a period.     Page 69 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES STYLE CONSIDERATIONS, continued  Use of capital letters for titles (e.g., of books and articles) varies in the text of your document and reference list, but italics are used in both. In titles within the text of your paper, and headings and subheadings, capitalize the first letter; and the first letter of all words, except articles (e.g., an), short prepositions (e.g., in), and conjunctions (e.g., but). All words of four letters or more are capitalized, and all verbs, nouns, adjectives, adverbs and pronouns are capitalized. In reference lists, capitalization of titles of books and journal articles is minimal, but the name of the journal is capitalized. The names of university departments/schools require maximal capitalization if they refer to a specific department/school within a specific university, as do complete names of academic courses if they refer to a specific course.  When using a singular noun, (e.g., student), the personal pronoun (i.e., her/his) referring to its antecedent (i.e., student) must also be singular, (e.g., when a student loses a library book, he/she [not they] is required to ...). To identify placement of an apostrophe, ask “To whom [or what] does X belong?” If the answer ends in s, add an apostrophe (e.g., James’ book). If the answer does not end in s, add an apostrophe followed by an s (e.g., Sally’s book). However, if X belongs to more than one person or thing, the apostrophe comes after the s (e.g., students’ books for more than one student, but student’s books when the books belong to only one student). A word like children is already plural and hence becomes children’s books - with the apostrophe Note that it’s is a contraction, and always means it is. A common error in written work is the use of it’s to denote possession (its means 'belonging to it'). An apostrophe is always required in contractions such as can‟t, don‟t or won‟t (or it‟s); but not all contractions have an apostrophe (e.g., Govt., Qld). Contractions such as can‟t, don‟t, it‟s, and won‟t are not normally used in academic writing unless they occur in a direct quotation. Paragraphs should be characterized by unity, cohesiveness and continuity. Bate and Sharpe (1996) recommend that most paragraphs should be about 100 words in length, but may vary between 50 and 250 words. Paragraphs are units of writing that assist in structuring an essay and guide the reader from one main idea to the next. A topic sentence can establish a paragraph‟s focus by expressing its main idea. This should then be supported or developed by the other sentences in the paragraph, and linked to the next paragraph.    Page 70 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES STYLE CONSIDERATIONS, continued Paragraphs that follow one another should relate to each other and to the subject under discussion. Connections of meaning between sentences or paragraphs are made by a set of words or phrases known as „connectives‟ (e.g., furthermore, on the other hand, to sum up). These can be used to add an idea to make comparisons or contrasts, to illustrate or support, to summarize, or to express a result or relationship, including one paragraph‟s relationship to the following paragraph. Paragraph length will vary, depending on the required amount of development or support of the paragraph‟s main idea, expressed in the topic sentence. Uniformity in length can be monotonous and may appear to be over-controlled; although very long paragraphs can be difficult to follow and can give the impression of rambling. Very short paragraphs can also be irritating, and can give the impression of the topic being undeveloped.  Parentheses ( ) are used to set off structurally independent examples, abbreviation introductions, and to reference citations in text. Examples are used throughout this Style Guide. Brackets [ ] are used to enclose parenthetical material within parentheses, and to enclose material inserted in a quotation (see APA, 2001, pp. 84-87; and examples throughout this Style Guide). A colon (:) is used between a grammatically complete introductory clause, and a final clause that illustrates, extends or amplifies this. APA (2001) proposes that in text, if a “clause following the colon is a complete sentence, it begins with a capital letter” (p. 80). The semi-colon is used to separate elements in a series (or sentence) that already contain commas, and to separate two independent clauses that are not joined by a conjunction (e.g., and, but, yet) in a sentence.  O‟Brien, K. (2002). Fact Checking. Retrieved January 13, 2003 from http://www.together.net/~ktob/pages/fact_checking.htm. Victoria University. (2002). Faculty of Human Development Handbook 2002. Melbourne: Author. American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication Manual of the American Psychological th Association (5 ed.). Washington, DC: Author. Page 71 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES PUBLICITY AUDIENCES The following are suggested audiences for your consideration when sending out any form of Valparaiso University publicity. Consider carefully the groups that would benefit most from the information you are providing. Not all groups should always be included, but it may be more beneficial to err on the side of inclusion rather than exclusion. Alumni  By Major  By Geography Board of Directors Campus Visitors  Tour Groups  Conference Groups  Camp Groups  Lutheran Basketball Tourney participants  Liturgical Institute participants  History Symposium participants Employees  Hourly  Salaried  Administrators‟ Forum Employers  Of alumni  Of students  Prospective (Career Center) Churches  Lutheran – Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA)  Lutheran – The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS)  Lutheran – All Other  Catholic Foundations/Corporations  Protestant  Lilly  All other  Wheat Ridge Church Leaders University Guild  Local  State Higher Education Professional  National Associations Colleges/Universities  Schools in our Carnegie Classification  Indiana Schools  Law Schools  Peer Schools  Aspirational Schools  Mid-Continent Conference Schools  Luther Institutes Donors  Alumni donors  Non-alumni donors     Accrediting Associations Lutheran Educational Conference of North America (LECNA) National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Indiana Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC) High Schools  Lutheran  Parochial  Feeder  Indiana  Private Page 72 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES PUBLICITY AUDIENCES, continued High Schools Educators  By discipline Legislators  Local  State  National Media  General news  Sports  Church  The Arts Northwest Indiana business leaders  Chamber of Commerce Parents  Current  Former Internship/Co-op Sponsors Professional Associations/Groups  National Council for Accreditation at Teacher Education (NCATE)  American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)  National Association of Independent Colleges and Universitites (NAICU)  American Bar Association (ABA)  Crusader Club  Porter County Lawyers  Northwest Indiana Nurses Students  Current  Prospective  Undergraduate  Law  Graduate VAN (Valpo Admission Network) Page 73 COMMUNICATIONS RESOURCES Members of the Valparaiso community should be aware of University communication protocol as outlined below: MEDIA RELATIONS All requests from the media should be cleared by the Office of University Relations: Reggie Syrcle Executive Director University Relations Valparaiso University 1700 Chapel Drive Valparaiso, IN 46383 Reggie.Syrcle@valpo.edu 219.464.5114 In the Athletics Department, all media queries should be directed to: Ryan Wronkowicz Assistant Director of Athletics for Media Relations Athletics Recreation Center Valparaiso University 1009 Union Street Valparaiso, IN 46383 Ryan.Wronkowicz@valpo.edu 219.464.5232 Page 74