Skip to main content
Homecoming 2025

Homecoming 2025

Schedule of Events

Use the tabs to the right to filter and discover events of interest.

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 - Brown & Gold Club

Specially designed for the Class of 1974 and Brown & Gold Club alumni  (any graduate from 1974 and prior): 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 and Brown and Gold Club Reunion Luncheon

Members of the Class of 1975 and members of the Brown and Gold Club (any Valpo graduate from prior to 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 – Brown & Gold Club

Specially designed for the Class of 1974 and Brown & Gold Club alumni (any graduate from 1974 and prior): 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 2024 VUAA Alumni Award Recipients. Honorees include Distinguished Alumna Award recipient Juanita Fox ’78 Gryfinski; Alumni Community Service Award recipient Scott Roller ’94; Alumni Achievement Award recipients Jim Lancaster ’91, Dot Allwardt ’60 Nuechterlein, Beth Orling ’65, Gail Ramshaw ’68, and Nicholas Skytland ’02; Alumni Service Award recipient Chelsey Bradford ’16 Gordon; First Decade Achievement Award recipient Andrew Schrader ’14; Outstanding Young Alumnus Award recipient Joshua Wood ’08; Outstanding Young Alumna Award recipient Kaitlyn Steinhiser ’21; and O.P. Kretzmann Award recipient Jon Kilpinen ’88.  Space is limited. Please select your meal choice upon registration.  6:00 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 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

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
 

Muffins and Mimosas - College of Arts and Sciences 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.

Adults
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
 

VUAA Board President Address to the Association

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.

VUAA
 

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
 

VIP End Zone Tent - Invitation Only

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.


Adults
Paid Event
 

VIP Hospitality Lounge - Invitation Only

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.

Adults
Children
General
 

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

No advance registration required.

Adults
General
Reunion
 

Sunday Worship Service

Worship with the campus community.

No advance registration required.

Adults
Children
Community
Family
General
Music