Listening for Purpose

In the first episode of the newest season of Listening for Purpose, hear a Morning Prayer reflection from Reverend Brian Konkol, president of Valparaiso University, followed by discussion from Cam Haggett and Lynne Thissen, two ILAS student aides. Cam and Lynne discuss doom questioning, sacred questioning, and holding space for discernment.

In the eighth and final episode of Season 3, we spoke with Hope Johnson, senior Theology and Spanish major at Valparaiso University. Hope discussed Professor Jones, a theology professor who she’s been inspired by. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In the seventh episode of Season 3, we spoke with Reverend Kate Museus, University Pastor. She shared about Pastor Morgan Gordy, who mentored her during her time in seminary. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In this special episode, we talk to students going on the Northwest Indiana and Chicago Spring Break Service Trip about the trip and what they’re looking forward to! We also spoke with Kat Peters, one of the staff leaders of the trip and Assistant Director of the Institute for Leadership and Service, about how the trip came about.

In the fifth episode of Season 3, we spoke with Ryan Cole, Mark and Kathleen Helge Director of Student Philanthropy. He discussed how his daughter has taught him about connection and wonder. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In the fourth episode of Season 3, we spoke with Erin Brown, VU alumni and deaconess with the Lutheran Diaconal Association (LDA). She enlightened us about how the LDA has helped shape and form her during her journey of purpose. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In a very special episode, we spoke with nearly 30 students, staff, faculty, and friends of Valparaiso University to answer one question: who or what lights your path? Answers reflect campus involvement, faith, friends and family, and more! Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In the second episode of Season 3, we talked to Stacy Hoult, chair of the World Languages and Cultures department, about her life-long discernment process. An early contributor to this process was her high school Spanish teacher. She also discusses the many paths she explored, and continues to explore. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

In our first episode of Season 3, Ethan Palmisano, a sophomore Meteorology major, discusses the role his grandfather played in shaping the importance of family in his life. He also talks about how those around him have helped him discover his priorities. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

For the final episode of Season 2, Simeon Klepac takes a turn behind the microphone and discusses his personal journey discerning his purpose as a Park Raner for the National Park Service. He also discusses the book "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott and shares how it encouraged him to focus on excellence and beauty in small moments. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!