= a different lens
CURIOSITY MEETS PURPOSE.
The powerful combination of Christ College – The Honors College with the natural sciences programs in the College of Arts and Sciences provides a space where future scientists share a seminar classroom with peers from other disciplines. Whether you’re pursuing pre-medical studies or diving deep into chemistry, biology, physics, or astronomy, you’ll build the collaborative framework necessary for advancing human knowledge and improving lives through scientific innovation.
Christ College can help develop your ability to secure research funding, present findings to varied audiences, and lead interdisciplinary teams. With an emphasis on analytical reasoning, leadership, and communication, Christ College positions you for success in graduate programs, medical school, and careers where scientific expertise meets real-world impact.
CC + CAS Students…
Graduate in four years with a well-rounded, complementary curriculum and the support of two academic advisors
Receive personal attention and one-on-one interaction with faculty members
Find extra support for undergraduate research and study abroad
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES DEAN GREGG “BAGEL” JOHNSON, P h .D., SAYS CHRIST COLLEGE + NATURAL SCIENCES STUDENTS ARE…
• Brilliant investigators who conduct solid research and communicate results effectively
• Evidence-based thinkers who let data guide their conclusions and recommendations
• Responsible researchers who consider the broader impact of their scientific work
• Team players who recognize that breakthrough discoveries come from interdisciplinary collaboration
A VALPO EDUCATION
At Valpo, you receive a comprehensive, rigorous education within the liberal arts tradition, learning to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems creatively. With unprecedented access to resources, facilities, and above all, faculty, you obtain the individualized attention and guidance fundamental to reaching your full potential.
Valparaiso University embraces forward-thinking education, consistently evolving its distinguished academic offerings to meet the demands of today’s dynamic professional landscape. The Christ College and College of Arts and Sciences natural sciences programs encourage a creative approach to scientific discovery and inquiry, where students learn to observe natural phenomena, analyze complex data, and engage with diverse research methodologies to become innovative contributors to our understanding of the natural world and its interconnected systems.
YOU CAN FIND CHRIST COLLEGE + NATURAL SCIENCES ALUMNI AT:
Ready to pair your natural sciences degree with Christ College? Get started at valpo.edu/christ-college.
“My favorite part of Christ College is the amazing discussions we have with the professors, learning about different ways that humans have viewed the world and discovering new ways we can apply these to our lives.”
LOGAN KIESEWETTER ’24
CHRIST COLLEGE SCHOLAR
MAJOR: BIOCHEMISTRY
“Christ College educates you in a way that goes beyond passing exams in your primary major. No matter what you go into, the interdisciplinary concepts, students, and faculty you work with make you extremely well-rounded and capable of a meaningful vocation.”
ELIZABETH PARK ’23
CHRIST COLLEGE SCHOLAR
MAJORS: CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY
MINOR: NEUROSCIENCE
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