Schedule of Events

Join the campus community for a late morning “Chapel Break.” 

No advance registration required.

Members of the Class of 1974 and members of the Brown and Gold Club (any Valpo graduate from prior to 1974) are welcome to attend and share your Valpo memories with friends during this reunion luncheon. Please select your meal choice upon registration. The cost is $50 per person. 

An annual seminar during Homecoming  and Family weekend featuring alumni physicians and biomedical researchers. This year's speaker is Amanda Dornfeld, M.D.

Come see the newly renovated SimCenter, Center for Experiential Learning, lobby and classrooms of LeBien Hall. You won't recognize the inside of building you spent so much time in. It's a must see! Visit with faculty while you enjoy reminiscing about your days at LeBien.

The College of Arts and Sciences will be hosting multiple young alumni panels from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. in the following departments: 

Social Sciences - ASB 234

• Economics
• Political Science and International Relations
• Sociology and Criminology

Humanities-Duesenberg Hall

• Communication and Visual Arts
• History
• English
• Music
• World Languages and Cultures
  

4 - 4:30 pm CST, Networking, Light Snacks & Lemonade/Tea-- In person only

4:30 - 4:55 pm CST - Program Updates-- in person & via Zoom (link below) Program Updates, Remembrances (Tom Nimtz, Lissa Yogan), Story Collecting for LouJeanne Walton's '61Tree Re-Planting Ceremony in April

5:00 - 6:00 pm CST Homecoming Alumni Panel in person and Zoom option (link below)

Our outstanding panel features:

• Jessica Luth, CEO of the Caring Place, a women's shelter in Valparaiso
• Erikah Diaz, a Student Services Coordinator for Klondike Elementary in Lafayette;
• Storm Fleming, a Dept. of Child Protection Services caseworker and policy advocate
• Cylia Srmek, adult case manager at Sertoma Start Services in Illinois, a community mental health center.

Connect with other servant leaders and be inspired by what you can do with a social work degree!

Zoom link:

 Join Zoom Meeting https://valpo-edu.zoom.us/j/87084567965?pwd=9bTU7qYDBwlcfOlo5FaXbBgQYhZxU9.1

Meeting ID: 870 8456 7965

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Valparaiso University Education alumni and current students are invited to bring the whole family for s’mores, apple cider, and games around the campfire! This is a FREE event, but please register to let us know you plan to attend. We can’t wait to see you!

Tickets available for pre-purchase HERE at a discounted price.  Tickets purchased within 90 minutes of game time, whether online or in person, are subject to a $5.00 price increase. 

Come join the Valparaiso University Community as we kickoff Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024!  The West Lawn will be alive with music, food trucks, games for all ages and Hay Rides brought to you by the Valparaiso Parks Department.  Celebrate the Homecoming Court announcement and enjoy the company of alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends! Fireworks show will conclude the Homecoming Kickoff!

*Food is available for purchase at the Food Trucks and The Bell and Beacon

Alumni and families, please join the brothers of Phi Kappa Psi for our annual open house. Light appetizers will be provided.

Join us Friday night, Oct. 4 for a performance of Shakespeare's rollickingTwelfth Night by the reknowned touring group, Actors From the London Stage. Performance begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Center for the Arts. Tickets are $10 and free for current Valparaiso University students. Reserve tickets.

Enjoy the fireworks sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement.

No advance registration required.

By invitation only - Join President Padilla for a special breakfast recognizing you, one of Valpo's generous donors.  This morning you will have the opportunity to meet with deserving students who directly benefit from your generosity.

The event includes a breakfast buffet priced at $20 per person, providing a casual yet impactful setting to engage with fellow supporters and the Valpo community.  For questions please contact Donor Relations at donorrelations@valpo.edu or call 219.464.5968.

Brothers of Phi Kappa Psi, please join us at the chapter house for a brotherhood breakfast.

Come join your sisters at the beautiful Sorority Housing Complex! NPC Chapters: Chi Omega, Pi Beta Phi, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Kappa Delta, Gamma Phi Beta, Alpha Gamma Delta.

There’s something for everyone! Reunite with classmates and grab a bite from a food truck or bring your own tailgating supplies and coolers. A VUAA children’s play area includes a caricature artist, face painter, and inflatables. Join us before the game in this new location on the west side of Brown Field to visit with the VUAA, the Guild, the College of Arts and Sciences, fraternities, sororities, and more! Alcoholic beverages are permitted.

No advance registration required.

Take a nostalgic ride around campus — new and old — with classmates and friends. Space is limited. $10 per person.

Chi Omega is excited to host our families for a brunch! Come join us and learn all about our sisterhood!

Please join your fellow Kappa Delta sisters for our homecoming brunch!

Please join fellow Guild members for the announcement of the 2024 Campus Gift Grants and the newly elected board of directors.

Alumni of the Valpo Robotic Football teams compete against current members in an exciting and nail biting competition!

Parents and students of Access College, Beacon Academy, the Bloom Scholars Program and OMP are invited to mingle over churros at the Beacon Tailgate.

The College of Arts and Sciences is excited to welcome back all Valpo alumni at the third annual, and very popular, Muffins and Mimosas tailgating event.  We will serve assorted muffins, belinis and non-alcoholic drinks.  Muffins and Mimosas is a free event sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's office.

The Registrar Team is ready to share information with you about transcript and diploma ordering.

10:00am Reception, 804 Union St

11:00am Corporation Board Meeting – see www.thetachivu.org for details.

3:00pm Post Game BBQ

Take a nostalgic ride around campus — new and old — with classmates and friends. Space is limited. $10 per person.

Join faculty in Language and Intercultural Learning Center for pastries, hot beverages, and conversation in the LINC.

Please join the Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Astronomy Departments at our annual homecoming reception.

Join faculty and staff at the College of Business!

Come see the newly renovated SimCenter, Center for Experiential Learning, lobby, and classrooms of LeBien Hall. You won't recognize the inside of the building you spent so much time in. It's a must see! Visit with faculty while you enjoy reminiscing about your days at LeBien.

Visit the VUAA area at the Beacon Tailgate to hear an update from VUAA Board President Dani Carter ’06, ’08 MALS Iddins and learn more about serving on the VUAA Board.

Join your fellow engineering alums and their guests for an opportunity to enjoy a free lunch while connecting and catching up with former classmates and faculty.

Join us at the Beacon Tailgate for the VISA International Food Bazaar.  

Join us in the endzone of Brown Field to cheer on the Valpo Beacons.  This exclusive event for our prominent donors to Valpo, ages 21 and older, includes a football game ticket, buffet, and drink tickets, all for just $25 per person.  If you have any questions please contact Donor Relations at donorrelations@valpo.edu or call 219.464-6858.

Exclusive Event - The VIP Hospitality Lounge offers our treasured donors the chance to unwind and relax in a comfortable setting.  Light refreshments and drinks will be available.  For questions, please contact Donor Relations at donorrelations@valpo.edu or call 219.464.5968.

Cheer on Valpo as they take on Drake in some Homecoming gridiron action. Tickets available for pre-purchase HERE at a discounted price.  Tickets purchased within 90 minutes of game time, whether online or in person, are subject to a $5.00 price increase. 

Join us for an open house and cookout. Come see our clinical spaces, have fun with volleyball and lawn games, and enjoy a burger or hot dog.

Christ College alumni, families, and friends are invited to join us for an open house in Mueller Hall! Enjoy refreshments with CC student scholars, faculty, and the deans.

Join the Division of Calling & Spiritual Life, Music Department, and Library in kicking off Valpo's Lutheran Centennial with a reception preceding the Hymn Festival. A variety of Valpo memorabilia on display from Valpo's Archives & Special Collections. All music lovers and chapel alumni welcome!

Join the brothers of Sigma Chi for an alumni gathering!

Join the brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha for our alumni gathering and BBQ!

Calling all Phi Delta Theta Alumni! Brothers will be hosting a homecoming cookout at the pavilion on Mound Street. The event will be starting directly following the homecoming football game. All alumni and friends are welcome.

Calling all Sigma Phi Epsilon brothers - come join us for our annual alumni meeting followed by a BBQ!

Bring the whole family to this fun-filled children's health fair hosted by the College of Nursing and Health Professions. Join Valpo students for health-focused fun with games, prizes, and a special visit from Valparaiso Fire Department firefighters and their firetruck!

A celebratory Hymn Festival launching the celebration of Valpo's Lutheran Centennial. Musical participants include a 500-voice choir, Valparaiso University choirs, Chamber Concert Band, Symphony Orchestra, music ensemble alumni, LSM alumni, and church choirs. Be sure to attend this inspiring musical event!

We welcome all interested parties to participate in this one of kind event.  For more information and to register to participate in the choir or orchestra please visit:

https://www.valpo.edu/music/performances/valpohymnfestival/

Please join us for our alumni BBQ at the Phi Kappa Psi House following the football game. 

Join the brothers of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia for our alumni gathering BBQ.

Please join us to honor Dr. Bart J. Wolf on his retirement after more than 30 years of teaching and mentoring Valparaiso University meteorology majors. This celebratory event will include a buffet dinner alongside good memories and a fun Roast of meteorology's founding faculty member!

Tickets available for pre-purchase HERE at a discounted price.  Tickets purchased within 90 minutes of game time, whether online or in person, are subject to a $5.00 price increase. 

An exclusive event for current students and their families, join us for dinner and a show! Help us solve the biggest mystery to come to Valpo, all while enjoying a great dinner.

Please note: Your $1,000 gift is not 100% tax deductible. Your gift receipt will reflect any benefits you receive. 

APO's annual Shakespeare event! Come join us for shakespearean readings,fun scenes, and performances! All are welcome to attend and perform! If interested in performing, please email alphapsiomega@valpo.edu

Members of the Class of 1974, Class of 1984, Class of 1999, and the VUAA award recipients are invited to process.

No advance registration required.

Worship with the campus community.

No advance registration required.

Watch Valpo Women's Soccer take on Southern Illinois on Brown Field.  

Admission is free!