The Martin Schaefer-Hugh McGuigan Award

Jeff Doebler, Ph.D., professor of music and director of music education and bands, is the 2024 recipient of the The Martin Schaefer-Hugh McGuigan Award for his substantial contributions to internationalizing the campus. He received the award in Provost Eric Johnson’s office on Wednesday, May 8th.
Doebler joins the previous recipients of the award, which was initiated in 2009: David Rowland, Zhimin Lin, Renu Juneja, Mark Heckler, Eric Johnson, Moninder “Holly” Singh, Jaishankar Raman, Chuck Schaefer, James Stück, Sarah DeMaris, Mike Avery, and Jianyun Meng.
Upcoming Events
Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band
Jeffrey Scott Doebler, conductor Ethan Preston ’26, saxophone soloist The theme for 4:00 concert is “Radiance of Joy and Light.” Chamber Concert Band will be presenting the program for its…
Valparaiso University Luce Concert Band
Jeffrey Scott Doebler, conductor The combined Valparaiso University Luce Concert Band and Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band will honor the late George Klein, who played in the group for 13 years. Since George…
Valpo vs. Drake | Homecoming Saturday
Game-day Events: HOMECOMING! Beer garden, food trucks, kid zone, and bounce houses! Parking: Gameday & Tailgate Parking: Paid tailgate parking per game is available in the Community Tailgate Lot, on the…