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Homecoming 2025

Homecoming 2025

Schedule of Events

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Friday
Oct
24
Saturday
Oct
25
Sunday
Oct
26
Adults
Children
Academic
Athletics
Community
Family
General
Guild
Music
National Councils
Open House
Paid Event
Reunion
Tour
VUAA

Morning Prayer in the Chapel of the Resurrection

Sponsored by: Chapel of the Resurrection

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

No advance registration required.

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
 

Historic Bus Tour Session A

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

Adults
General
Paid Event
Tour
 

Class of 1975 Reunion Luncheon

Members of the Class of 1975 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. 

Adults
Reunion
 

Historic Bus Tour Session B

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

Adults
General
Paid Event
Tour
 

VUAA Alumni Awards Banquet

Please Join us for a dinner in honor of the 2025 VUAA Alumni Award Recipients. Space is limited. Please select your meal choice upon registration.  5:30 p.m. appetizers, 7:00 p.m. dinner

Adults
Children
Family
General
Paid Event
VUAA
 

Homecoming and Parent Weekend Kickoff

Sponsored by: University Programming Council (formerly Union Board) and VUCAN

Come join the Valparaiso University Community as we kickoff Homecoming and Family Weekend 2025!  Fireworks show will conclude the Homecoming Kickoff!


Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
 

Fireworks

Enjoy the fireworks sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement.

No advance registration required.

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
 

President’s Breakfast for Benefactors and Scholars – Invitation Only

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.

General
Paid Event
 

Historic Bus Tour Session C

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

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Paid Event
Tour
 

Beacon Tailgate – Sponsored by the Valparaiso University Guild and Alumni Association

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.

Adults
Children
Athletics
Community
Family
General
Guild
VUAA
 

Historic Bus Tour Session D

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

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Paid Event
Tour
 

Annual Meeting of the Valparaiso University Guild

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

Adults
Guild
 

College of Engineering Alumni/Student Robotic Football Game

Sponsored by: College of Engineering/Valpo Robotics

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

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
 

Historic Bus Tour Session E

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

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Paid Event
Tour
 

Language and Intercultural Learning Center (LINC) Open House

Sponsored by: Department of World Languages and Cultures

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

Adults
Children
Academic
Family
General
Open House
 

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Astronomy Reception

Sponsored by: Chemistry, Biology, Physics & Astronomy Department

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

Adults
Children
Academic
Family
General
 

College of Engineering Open House

Sponsored by: College of Engineering/Dean's Office

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.

Adults
Children
Academic
Open House
Reunion
 

VISA International Food Bazaar

Sponsored by: Office of International Programs

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

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Paid Event
 

Christ College Meet & Greet

Sponsored by: Christ College — The Honors College

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.

Adults
Children
Academic
Family
General
Open House
Reunion
 

Healthy Kids Homecoming Carnival

Sponsored by: College of Nursing and Health Professions

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!

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
 

A Musical Celebration: Welcome Home!

Sponsored by: Music department

A concert featuring the Valparaiso University Chorale, Chamber Concert Band, and Symphony Orchestra. Valparaiso University Chorale alumni are invited to sing "Praise to the Lord" with Chorale.



Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Music
 

Student & Family Detective Dinner

Sponsored by: Center for Student Involvement

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.

Adults
Children
Family
 

Chapel Processional Staging

Members of the Class of 1975, Class of 1985, Class of 2000, and the VUAA award recipients are invited to process.

No advance registration is required.

Adults
General
Reunion
 

Sunday Worship Service

Worship with the campus community.

No advance registration required.

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Music