Connecting Campus and Community

We are Valpo

Valparaiso University is proud to be part of the greater Valparaiso community. The shops, restaurants, opportunities, and, most importantly, the people of Valparaiso play a vital role in helping us create a college experience our students can be proud of. That’s why we’re always excited to open our campus to the community with sports, shows, and events that let you enjoy the Valpo experience with us. Check out what’s happening around campus below.

2024 Fall Events

December 21

Christmas at the ARC

2025 Spring Events

January 6	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Dallas!
January 7	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Phoenix!
January 13	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in New Orleans!
January 20	Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
January 24-25	Student-Directed One-Act Plays
January 25	Faculty Recital
January 31 – February 2	Dance Ensemble
February 1	Gospel Fest
February 8	Epic Film Music Concert
February 15	Small High School Band Festival
February 15	Community Band Festival
February 18	Faculty Recital
February 18	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Naples!
February 22	Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition Winners Concert
February 25	The Bach Institute Presents: VOCES8
February 28	The Bach Institute Outreach Tour Kickoff Concert
March 6	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in St. Louis!
March 30	Faculty Recital
April 3–5	“Anastasia” The Musical
April 6	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Pittsburgh!
April 9	The Bach Institute Presents: Leipzig Baroque Orchestra
April 12	The Bach Institute Presents: J.S. Bach’s St. John Passion
April 23–26	Jazz Festival
April 26	Sousa Tribute Concert
April 27	Symphony Orchestra Concert
April 28	Faculty Recital
April 28	Rites of Passage: Engaging Occasional Practitioners in a Secular Age
April 30	Valparaiso University New Music Ensemble
May 5	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Chicago!
May 13	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Milwaukee!
May 15	Valpo Alumni Tour \| Valpo in Minneapolis!

Town and Gown

The Town & Gown Committee is composed of representatives from the City of Valparaiso and Valparaiso University. The formation of this working group is based on an intentional collaboration to build creative partnerships, strengthen city-university relations, and keep an engaged community.

Valpo Action Agenda for Racial Equity & Inclusion

Contact Us

Questions, comments, concerns? Please click on the feedback form below or contact:

Marie Foster-Bruns, MBA
Vice President for Advancement
marie.fosterbruns@valpo.edu

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Collaboratory

Partner with Valparaiso University’s brightest minds to tackle your industry’s toughest challenges. By joining the Collaboratory, you will gain access to cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary expertise, and a talent pipeline of future leaders ready to make an impact.

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City of Valparaiso

Wondering what’s happening beyond campus? The city of Valparaiso has many parks, entertainment venues, and year-round fun for people of all ages. Find inspiration and get involved!

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Valpo Strategic Plan Website

Campus Highlights

Athletics

Go Beacons! Whoever your favorite team is, athletic events are always more exciting with full stands and cheering fans. Get your gear on, grab some popcorn, and help cheer on our athletes as they fight for the win.

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Exploring Faith

Valparaiso University prides itself on its status as a premiere Lutheran institution, as well as being a space for all faiths to come together in celebration and dialogue. Members of the community are welcome to a variety of prayer events, services and discussions. Find out how you can explore your faith with Valparaiso University.

There are eight services a week, open to all, when classes are in session from August through May. Worship with us this Sunday morning at 10 a.m. And learn about upcoming Sundays.

All services at the Chapel of the Resurrection can be viewed at the Valpo Chapel YouTube page.

YouTube Chapel Page Worship Opportunities

Our Community, Our Experience

Valpo works hard to give back to our community because our community gives so much to Valpo. Getting away from campus to hang out at cafés, shop at boutiques, or experience all the wonderful things Valparaiso has to offer is a major part of what makes coming to Valparaiso University an experience that lasts a lifetime. Vicki Arevalo ’23 shared what she loves about the community in this segment of Amazon’s The College Tour.