All Weekend

• University Archives

  Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources, Room 300
  Stop by the University Archives and remi­nisce about Valpo’s past as you browse through historic memorabilia. The archives will be open during library hours on Friday and Saturday and on Sunday until 3:30 p.m. For current library hours, visit valpo.edu/library.

• University Book Center

  Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  Saturday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  Sunday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
  
  Spend $50 on clothing and gift items and receive a 20 percent discount.

• Your Valpo Story

  Friday – Sunday
  Chapel of the Resurrection, Undercroft
  Celebrate “Our Valpo” by sharing personal stories of your VU experience. Whether re­flecting on memories of the chapel, athletic events, student activities, the Student Bridge, or anything else about your time at Valpo, it is through these stories that we experience our history, hopes, memories, and faith. Come and record your Valpo story any time during the weekend festivities.

• “Color Me Valpo”

  Thursday – Sunday
  Walk campus to view windows decorated by various departments and organizations. Sponsored by Union Board. A list of par­ticipants will be available at Registration Headquarters.

• Theatre Performance

  Friday: 8 p.m.
  Saturday: 2 p.m.
  Sunday: 7 p.m.
  VU Center for the Arts, University Theatre
  “The Importance of Being Earnest,” by Oscar Wilde, directed by Lee F. Orchard, chair of the department of theatre. Tickets are required and may be purchased by calling the VU Box Office at 219.464.5162. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for non-VU students and senior citizens 62 and older. VU students, faculty and staff admitted free with VU identification.

• Brauer Museum of Art

  VU Center for the Arts
  “Domestic Vision: Twenty-Five Years of the Art of Joel Sheesley” and “Hispanic Works from the Brauer Museum’s Permanent Col­lec­tion” will be displayed. Admission is free.

  
  

  Museum Hours:
  Friday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  Saturday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  Sunday: Noon – 7 p.m
  
  Guided Tours:
  Saturday: 2 p.m.
  Sunday: 2 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 9

• 6:30 pm. Christ College Homecoming Symposium - A Christ College Alumni Panel

  6:30 pm. – 7:30 p.m.
  Mueller Hall, Refectory

Friday, Oct. 10

• Reunion Sessions and Tours

  Pre-registration is preferred for all of the following events.

  • 10 a.m., 1:45 p.m., 3 p.m. Campus Tours

    Enjoy a ride through campus and take in all the changes and progress since your time at Valpo. See the Christo­pher Center for Library and Informa­tion Resources, Kallay-Christopher Hall, the ongoing union construction, and more. Tours will depart from the old Valparaiso Union turnaround. Space is limited, so register early.

  • 10 a.m. Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources Tour

    Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources
    Led by Rick AmRhein, dean of library services. Tour will depart from Registration Headquarters in the Community Room.

  • 10 a.m. “ What the Stained Glass Tells”

    Chapel of the Resurrection
    Joseph Cunningham, university pastor and dean of the Chapel of the Resurrection, will tell the story of what is represented in each panel of stained glass in the chapel windows.

  • 1:45 p.m. VU Center for the Arts Tour

    VU Center for the Arts
    Led by Jeff Hazewinkel, director of the VU Center for the Arts. Tour will depart from the Duesenberg Recital Hall.

  • 3 p.m. Campus Master Plan

    Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources, Room 205
    Fred Plant, executive director for facilities management, will share the future vision for the VU campus.

• 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Welcome Reception

  Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources, Community Room
  Start off your day with a welcome to campus and enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries. Pre-registration preferred.

• 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Graduate Dividion Open House

  Kretzmann Hall, Board Room
  Prospective graduate students are invited to learn about Valpo's graduate programs. Meet current students and faculty, take a tour of campus, or sit in on a class. Program directors will be present at 12:30 p.m., and remarks from Dean David Rowland will take place at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

• 11:15 a.m. Prayer Service

  Chapel of the Resurrection
  Attend chapel break with students and members of the VU community.

• Noon – 1:30 p.m. President’s Luncheon

  VU Center for the Arts, Guild-Lobby Commons
  Enjoy this opportunity to dine with Mark A. Heckler, Valparaiso University’s 18th president. Tables will be reserved for the 50th and 25th reunion classes. Pre-registration required. $10 per person. (Free for members of the class of 1958.)

• 2 p.m. University Guild Annual Meeting

  VU Center for the Arts, Duesenberg Recital Hall
  All are welcome to attend to learn more about how the Guild serves Valpo students. For information, contact the Guild office at guild@valpo.edu or 800.748.4538.

• 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pre-medical Arts Colloquium

  Neils Science Center, Room 234
  Speaker Dr. Carl Brighton, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine will discuss his work in the field of orthopedics.

• 3:20 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Physics and Astronomy Colloquium

  Neils Science Center, Room 224
  Refreshments will be served at 3 p.m. in room 231.

• 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Kretzmann Society Reception

  VU Center for the Arts, Guild-Lobby Commons
  By invitation only. Register by responding to the mailed invitation.

• 4:30 p.m. Nick Skytland: A NASA Adventure

  Neils Science Center, Room 234
  Hear from Nick Skytland '02 a mechanical engineering alumnus about his work with NASA at the Johnson Space Center in Houston.

• 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Coronation, Barbecue and Concert

  Field between Brandt Hall and Wehrenberg Hall
  Barbecue and concert by Recycled Per­cussion is open to all alumni. Concert will begin at 5 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Homecom­ing court will be introduced at 6:15 p.m.

• 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Class of 1958 and the Brown & Gold Club Reception

  Old Town Banquet Center, South Suite
  711 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
  Members of the class of 1958 will be in­ducted into the Brown & Gold Club. Gather for hors d’oeuvres and fellowship. Cash bar available. Pre-registration required.

• 7 p.m. Hymn Sing (Festival of Hymns)

  Chapel of the Resurrection

• 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 25th Reunion Reception

  Casa Del Roma, Ballroom
  712 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
  Members of the class of 1983 are invited to gather for hors d’oeuvres and fellowship. Cash bar available. Pre-registration required.

• 8:30 p.m. Fireworks

  Resurrection Meadow
  Bring your blanket or lawn chair and witness a spectacular firework show sponsored by Union Board.

• 9 p.m. Homecoming and Reunion Weekend BINGO!

  Valparaiso Union, Great Hall
  Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association. Supplies provided and prizes awarded. Donations ($2) taken at the door.

• 10 p.m. Valpo Hoops Mania

  Athletics-Recreation Center
  Doors will open at 9 p.m. for pre-event activities. At 10 p.m. the teams with be introduced. The event will include a three point contest between members of our men's and women's basketball teams versus students, a dunk contest, and an autograph session after the event.

Saturday, Oct. 11

• 8:30 a.m. Honors Breakfast

  Athletics-Recreation Center
  By invitation only. Register by replying to the mailed invitation. At 10 a.m., guests will process to Brown Field for the FITT II dedication.

• 9 a.m. 5K Fun Run/Walk

  Valparaiso Union
  Registration begins at 8 a.m. in the lobby. T-shirt, refreshments and prizes provided. $10 per person by Sept. 26. $15 per per­son after Sept. 26.

• 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Department of Social Work Open House

  Heidbrink Hall

• 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 150 Years of Mathematical History

  Gellersen Center, Room 136

• 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Open House

  Neils Science Center, Lobby

• 10 a.m. FITT II Dedication

  Brown Field
  Join with donors, friends, and football alumni for the dedication of the new synthetic playing field, built for use by Valpo’s football and soccer teams and for recreational sports.

• 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. College of Business Administration Silent Auction

  Urschel Hall, Upper Level Lobby

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tailgate Party

  Athletics-Recreation Center
  Southeast Lawn, Tent
  Music, inflatables, cotton candy and popcorn will make this a festive occasion for alumni, faculty, students and families. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, and tables will be reserved for members of the 50th, 25th, and 10th reunion classes. Hear from Mark LaBarbera, director of athletics, and visit with Stacy Adams, head football coach. The cheerleaders and pep band will provide entertainment. Pick up your brown and gold shaker for the game.

• 11 a.m. Alumni Choir Rehearsal

  Chapel of the Resurrection

• 11 a.m. 2008 Indiana Teacher of the Year VU Grad Dan Kuznik Presentation (Sponsored by the VU Department of Education)

  Miller Hall
  Room 131
  Dan Kuznik '01, a VU department of education alumnus who received a degree in math and secondary education, was awarded the 2008 Indiana Teacher of the Year award. He will speak about his thoughts on effective teaching. Anyone interested in education is invited to hear him speak. For questions or further information, contact the Education Department office at 464-5077 or email Sherry.DeMik@valpo.edu.

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. College of Business Administration Lunch

  Urschel Hall Lawn, Tent

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. College of Engineering Alumni and Friends Picnic

  Gellersen Center, East Side

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. International Food Bazaar

  Huegli Lawn
  American and international foods prepared by students will be available for purchase. $5 per person. Sponsored by VISA.

• 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. College of Nursing Brat Fry and Tours

  LeBien Hall, East Side

• Noon  Crusader Club Hospitality Tent

  Brown Field, East End Zone

• 12:30 p.m. FITT II Pre-Game Celebration

  Brown Field
  Claim an early seat for the game and witness some fun activities in celebration of the new playing field.

• 1 p.m. Football Crusaders vs. Davidson College

  Brown Field
  Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. (Prices subject to change.) All tickets are general admission. Phi Mu Alpha will per­form the national anthem, and the Homecoming King and Queen will be announced.

• 2 p.m. Volleyball Crusaders vs. Loyola University

  Athletics-Recreation Center
  Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the door. Children 12 and under are free. All tickets are general admission. (Prices subject to change.)

• 3 p.m. Alumni Tennis Tournament

  Valparaiso University Tennis Complex
  Alumni of the Valpo tennis teams are invited to take on the current players in a match.

• 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Christ College Alumni Reception

  Mueller Hall, Commons

• 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Department of Communication Open House

  Schnabel Hall, Lobby

• 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Valpo Admission Network (VAN) Social Hour

  Maria Elena's
  S. Greenwich St., Valparaiso
  Members of the Valpo Admission Network are invited to join Barb Lieske, VAN director, and her assistants for hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Relax after the football game, meet other volunteers from around the country, and share stories about your VAN activities from the past year.

• 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Crusader Relater

  Valparaiso Union, Great Hall
  Young alumni from the classes of 1998 through 2008 are invited to socialize and share their "real-world" advice with current students. Complimen­tary hors d'oeuvres. Pre-registration preferred.

• 4:30 p.m. Visual and Performing Arts Reception

  VU Center for the Arts, Guild-Lobby Commons

• 5 p.m. Tennis Cookout

  Valparaiso University Tennis Complex
  All tennis alumni and their families are invited for a cookout.

• 5 p.m. Reunion Celebrations With Class Photos

  Old Town Banquet Center
  711 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
  
  Classes of 1958, 1963, 1968, and the Brown & Gold Club (’57 and prior)
  North Suite
  
  Classes of 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, and 1993
  South Suite
  
  Members of the class of 1958 who did not attend Friday’s reception will receive a Brown and Gold commemorative pin. Members of the class of 1983 will receive a 25th Reunion commemorative pin. Photos of the reunion classes will be taken and available for ordering. $25 per person includes a dinner buffet and entertainment. The VU Faculty Jazz Trio will be featured for those in the North Suite. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Cash bar available. Casual attire. Pre-registration required. (Free for members of the class of 1958.)

• 6 p.m. School of Law Golden Gavel Society and Gromley Society Dinner

  Wesemann Hall, Duesenberg Commons
  The Golden Gavel Society honors school of law alumni from 40 years ago and prior. The Gromley Society honors those who annually support the school of law at a level of $1,000 or more. Cocktails at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m.

• 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Young Alumni Reunion Soiree

  Casa Del Roma, Ballroom
  712 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
  Members of the classes of 1998 through 2008 are invited for complimentary appe­tizers and music. Tables will be reserved for the classes of 2003 and 1998. Class photos will be taken for the 5th and 10th reunion classes and will be available for ordering. Cash bar available. Casual attire. Pre-registration preferred.

• 7 p.m.  Volleyball – Crusaders vs. University of Illinois at Chicago

  Athletics-Recreation Center
  Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the door. Children 12 and under are free. All tickets are general admission. (Prices subject to change.)

• 8 p.m.  150th Anniversary Concert

  Chapel of the Resurrection
  In celebration of Valpo’s sesquicentennial, two-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Mark O’Connor will perform with the VU Symphony Orchestra. Information on O’Connor can be found at markoconnor.com. Conducted by Dennis Friesen-Carper, Frederick A. and Mazie N. Reddel professor of music. Tickets are required and are $25 each, $20 for senior citizens, $15 for non-VU students, and free to VU faculty, staff, and students.
  

• 9 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. Shakespeare Under the Stars

  Resurrection Meadow
  Performed by members of Alpha Psi Omega, honorary theatre fraternity. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets to sit on.

• 9 p.m. – Midnight  All-Alumni Celebration

  Strongbow Inn, Charles Room
  2405 U.S. Hwy. 30, Valparaiso
  All alumni are invited to party the night away with complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and music. Casual attire. Pre-registration preferred. Group tables will be reserved upon request for class years or organizations. Please indicate your request on the registration form, or call 800.833.6792, ext. 45.

Sunday, Oct. 12

• 9 a.m. Tennis Alumni Golf Outing

  Location TBA
  All tennis alumni, their families, and current players are invited to tee off.

• 9 a.m. Homecoming Breakfast and Alumni Association Annual Meeting

  Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources, Community Room
  Tables will be reserved for the Brown & Gold Club and the 50th and 25th reunion classes. Reunion class procession to follow. Pre-registration required. $8 per person. (Free for members of the class of 1958.) Golf cars will be available for transportation to and from parking lots 15 and 20.

• 10 a.m. Class Procession

  Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources
  Brown & Gold, 50th and 25th reunion classes will process to the worship service.

• 10:30 a.m. Worship Service and Awards Presentation

  Chapel of the Resurrection
  Valparaiso University Alumni Association award recipients will be honored and a moment of remembrance will be observed for alumni who are no longer with us.

• 1 p.m. Women’s Soccer

  Crusaders vs. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  Eastgate Field

• 3 p.m. Valparaiso University Chorale

  Chapel of the Resurrection
  Conducted by Christopher M. Cock, Phyllis and Richard Duesenberg chair in Lutheran music. Tickets are required and may be purchased on the attached form. $15 for adults, $10 for non-VU students and senior citizens 62 and older. VU students, faculty and staff admitted free with VU identification.

Greek Events

Friday, Oct. 10

• 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sigma Chi and Delta Theta Phi Alumni Gathering

  Buffalo Wild Wings, 2nd Floor
  212 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso

• 6:30 p.m. Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Gathering

  Greek’s Pizzeria
  59 W. Indiana Ave., Valparaiso

Saturday, Oct. 11

• 9 a.m. – Noon Phi Mu Alpha Alumni Brunch

  810 Brown St., Valparaiso

• 10 a.m. Phi Kappa Psi Tailgate and Barbecue

  801 Mound St., Valparaiso

• 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Kappa Delta Alumnae Brunch

  Scheele Hall

• 10 a.m. – Noon Gamma Phi Beta Alumnae Luncheon

  Scheele Hall

• 10 a.m. – Noon Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Open House

  Scheele Hall

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Chi Omega Alumnae Barbecue

  Brown Field

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Delta Delta Delta Alumnae Brunch

  Scheele Hall, Chapter Room

• 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Theta Chi Tailgate

  Brown Field

• Noon  Delta Xi Phi Tea at Twelve

  Valparaiso Union, Fish Tank Lounge

• Noon Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Meet and Greet

  Brown Field

• 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.  Sigma Chi and Delta Theta Phi Tailgate

  Brown Field

• 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Phi Mu Alpha Open House and Alumni Barbecue

  810 Brown St., Valparaiso
  House meeting will take place at a time TBA.

• 2 p.m.  Sigma Phi Epsilon Alumni Board Meeting

  705 Mound St., Valparaiso

• 3 p.m. Phi Kappa Psi Alumni Football Game

  801 Mound St., Valparaiso

• 3 p.m. Sigma Phi Epsilon Pig Roast

  705 Mound St., Valparaiso

• 3:30 p.m. Sigma Chi and Delta Theta Phi ISHC Meeting

  Urschel Hall, Tiered Classroom

• Immediately following football game
  Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Barbecue

  806 Monroe St., Valparaiso

• Immediately following football game
  Theta Chi Barbecue

  804 Union St., Valparaiso

• 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  Delta Sigma Pi 25th Anniversary Celebration

  Urschel Hall Lawn, Tent
  The Kappa Phi chapter of Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity invites alumni and friends for celebratory snacks, games and prizes. Dale Clark of the Delta Sigma Pi central office will speak. Following the celebration, a social event will take place at a location TBA. Register by sending an e-mail to Kathryn.Zuehsow@valpo.edu or by responding to the mailed invitation.

• 9 p.m. Sigma Phi Epsilon Ritual

  Eastgate Athletic Complex

• 9 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. Shakespeare Under the Stars

  Resurrection Meadow
  Performed by members of Alpha Psi Omega, honorary theatre fraternity. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets to sit on.

• Time TBA Pi Beta Phi Alumnae 10-Year Celebration

  Location TBA

• Time TBA Sigma Phi Epsilon Red Door Classic Golf Outing

  Location TBA

• Time TBA Sigma Tau Gamma Alumni Football Game

  Eastgate Athletic Complex

• 12:30 p.m. Sigma Chi Chapter Meeting

  Chapel of the Resurrection

Registration is now closed. Select events will be open for on-site registration at the Christopher Center Community Room beginning Friday, Oct. 10 at 9 a.m. Send an e-mail to alumni@valpo.edu with any questions.

• Deadline for registration is Sept. 26. No refunds after Sept. 26.
• Reservations are accepted by phone or fax with certain credit cards. Call 800.833.6792, ext. 45, or 219.464.6901, or fax to 219.464.5467.
• Passes for all events will be held for you at Registration Headquarters in the Christopher Center for Library and Information Resources.
• Attire for all events is casual.
• If you have special dietary requirements, please call 800.833.6792, ext. 45, before Sept. 26, so we may address these needs.
• Visit the Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Web site at valpo.edu/alumni/homecoming/returning, for a list of area hotels.
• As of July 1, 2008, Valparaiso University prohibits smoking and the use of any tobacco products on campus property.