Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 

COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

* denotes pre-registration required 
# denotes events open by invitation only
$ denotes events with a fee

THURSDAY EVENTS / FRIDAY EVENTS / SATURDAY EVENTS / SUNDAY EVENTS

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Faith and Work, Love and Life: A Christ College Homecoming Symposium
Mueller Hall, Refectory
A panel of Christ College graduates of 2006 will reflect on the ways their Valparaiso experiences shaped essential aspects of their careers, relationships, and spiritual lives. Panelists: Tamara Carnahan,Deputy Attorney General, Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Ben Hampton, Transportation Planner, Metropolitan Washington D.C. Council of Governments; Amy Stark, Federal Drug Administration Fellow in Human Genetics; and Steven Wilco, Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Amherst, Massachusetts.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30

 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Registration Check-in and Headquarters
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Be sure to check in as soon as you arrive on campus. Complete the registration process by picking up your official nametag, which serves as your ticket to all of your registered events, along with your registration packet and weekend schedule. Sign your class binder so other classmates will know you’re on campus, and check to see who has already arrived.

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Reunion Gathering Areas and Archives Display
Harre Union, Atrium Overlook and Campanile Room
Browse old yearbooks, Torches, and other memorabilia, and take in multimedia historical displays. Members of the 50th and 25th reunion classes will have reserved gathering spaces. The Class of 1961 Scholarly and Artistic Showcase also will be on display.

9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Alumni Association Silent Auction
Harre Union, Chapel View Lounge
Bid on items donated by alumni, as well as area and national businesses. All proceeds benefit the Alumni Discretionary Fund, which supports student needs through book scholarships and through special Student Alumni Association activities. Auction will close on Saturday at 12:45 p.m. in the Oktoberfest tent.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Campus Tour (*)
Depart between Harre Union and Chapel
Spend an hour on a leisurely ride through campus, taking in all the changes since your time as a student. You also will learn about spaces on campus related to the University Guild, in honor of its 80th anniversary. Regrettably, the bus is not wheelchair accessible. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form. Space is limited, so register early.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Presentation: “I Was Hungry, and You? Valpo’s International Service Major”
Harre Union, Ballroom A
At Valpo, service has always been a core value. But how does one “learn” to do international service? What tools are needed? Why can’t one just learn a foreign language, pack up and go somewhere to help? How can a curriculum be built to equip students for a career in service? Explore answers to these questions and learn where this program has taken Valpo students. Presented by Judith (Griessel ’61) Peters, Professor Emerita of Foreign Languages and Literatures.

11 a.m.
Alumni Book Signing
Valparaiso University Bookstore, Harre Union
Gina Venable ’89 will sign copies of “Closer to Home”. The science fiction fantasy novel is her first novel. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information contact the bookstore at 219-464-5421.

11:15 a.m. – 11:35 a.m.
Morning Prayer Service
Chapel of the Resurrection

Noon – 1:30 p.m.
President’s Luncheon (*$)
Center for the Arts, Guild-Lobby Commons
Enjoy this opportunity to dine with President Mark A. Heckler and First Lady Veronica Heckler. Hear an update from the president on the state of the campus. Tables will be reserved for the 50th and 25th reunion classes. $10 per person. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

1 p.m.
Alumni Book Signing
Valparaiso University Bookstore, Harre Union
Craig Edlin ’78, author, and his daughter, Lauren Edlin ’11, illustrator, will sign copies of “Practical Career Advice for a Turbulent Working World”, a collection of 56 short essays on finding peace in today’s workplace. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information contact the bookstore at 219-464-5421.

2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Campus Tour (*)
Depart between Harre Union and Chapel
Spend an hour on a leisurely ride through campus, taking in all the changes since your time as a student. You also will learn about spaces on campus related to the University Guild, in honor of its 80th anniversary. Regrettably, the bus is not wheelchair accessible. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form. Space is limited, so register early.

2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Presentation: “Valpo’s Lutheran Identity Through the Lens of Campus Ministries”
Harre Union, Ballroom A
This session will give participants an opportunity to engage with staff from the newly constituted unit of Campus Ministries. This unit includes the Institute for Leadership and Service (including the previous Center for Church Vocations), the Center for Church Relations, and Chapel Ministries. Discover the exciting vision for the future of Campus Ministries at Valpo.

2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. 
Pre-Medical Arts Lecture and Refreshments
Neils Science Center, Room 234
Guest speaker will be Dr. Grant Krafft ’76. Refreshments will be available at 1:45 p.m., with the lecture beginning at 2 p.m.

3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Campus Tour (*)
Depart between Harre Union and Chapel
Spend an hour on a leisurely ride through campus, taking in all the changes since your time as a student. You also will learn about spaces on campus related to the University Guild, in honor of its 80th anniversary. Regrettably, the bus is not wheelchair accessible. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form. Space is limited, so register early.

3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Presentation: “Engineers Without Borders”
Harre Union, Brown & Gold Room
Engineers Without Borders is a service-based organization consisting of Valpo students from all majors who are committed to partnering with under-developed international, national and local communities in an effort to effect transformative change. Valpo’s chapter is currently working with the village of Maesera in the Kilema district of northern Tanzania to rehabilitate a local irrigation canal and provide sources for clean drinking. Come and learn more about this exciting organization and its students.

4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Kretzmann Society Reception (*#)
Center for the Arts, Guild-Lobby Commons
The Kretzmann Society members are alumni and friends who have included Valparaiso University in their estate plans through wills, trusts, annuities, life insurance, retirement plans, or other planned giving vehicles. The purpose of The Kretzmann Society is simply to thank donors for their planned gift and to enhance continued friendship with the University.  Members are invited to gather for hors d’oeuvres and desserts. Please R.S.V.P. in response to your mailed invitation.

4:15 p.m. – 5 p.m.
University Guild Annual Meeting
Christopher Center, Room 205

5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
University Guild 80th Anniversary Reception (*$)
Christopher Center, Community Room
Everyone is welcome to attend this celebration of the University Guild’s 80th anniversary. Learn about the projects and grants the Guild has funded since its founding in 1931. $10 per person. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
50th Reunion and Brown & Gold Club Reception (*)
Harre Union, Ballrooms B and C
Members of the class of 1961 will be inducted into the Brown & Gold Club. Gather for hors d’oeuvres and fellowship. Cash bar available. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Coronation, Barbecue and Concert}Huegli Lawn, Tent
Open to all alumni. $5 per person for food is payable on-site in cash only.

7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Ice Cream Social
Christopher Center, Community Room Stop by before or after fireworks to build your own free ice cream sundae. Students, alumni and families welcome. Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association.

7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Future Starving Artists of America Showcase
Uptown Café, 1400 E. Lincolnway
The Future Starving Artists of America Series is an opportunity every few months for the current Federation of Authors to showcase their works, past and present and in-the-making.  Members will read their works, from poetry to scripts to monologues, to the audience, who only need to sit back and enjoy. Previous shows have been Core-Approved, so the prime audience is the student populace, but the group has also hooked in coffeehouse regulars across the age-spectrum.  What was intended to be a campus break-out for the group has turned into a spectrum-encompassing event for all ages.

7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Wright State University ($)
Athletics-Recreation Center
Tickets available at the door.

7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Men’s Soccer vs. University of Detroit Mercy ($)
Brown Field
Tickets available at the gate.

7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
25th Reunion Reception (*)
Harre Union, Ballroom A
Members of the class of 1986 are invited to gather for hors d’oeuvres and fellowship. Cash bar available. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

7:45 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Fireworks
Resurrection Meadow
Bring your blanket or lawn chair and witness a spectacular fireworks show sponsored by the University Programming Council.

8:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
Festival of Hymns|
Chapel of the Resurrection, Gallery
Take part in a Homecoming and Reunion Weekend tradition dating back more than 30 years. Learn some new hymns and enjoy plenty of old favorites as you sing along to the sounds of the Reddel Organ. Orchestrated by the Rev. Karl Lutze, with Professor Emeritus Philip Gehring on the organ. Open to all. 

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Astronomical Observatory Open House
Behind Meier Hall and Gellersen Center
In the event of cloudy or inclement weather, an indoor planetarium show will be featured in Neils Science Center.  Call 219-464-5202 or visit physics.valpo.edu/astronomy/obsOpenHouse.html after 5 p.m. that evening to ensure that the observatory is open.

9:15 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Class of 1961 All Greek Reunion (*$)
Christopher Center, Community Room
The 50th Reunion Committee invites all Greeks to a single gathering location to connect with Valpo friends. Space will be reserved for each fraternity and sorority that existed at Valpo from 1957-1961. $5 per person. Cash bar available. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

SATURDAY, OCT. 1 

8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Registration Check-in and Headquarters
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Be sure to check in as soon as you arrive on campus. Complete the registration process by picking up your official nametag, which serves as your ticket to all of your registered events, along with your registration packet and weekend schedule. Sign your class binder so other classmates will know you’re on campus, and check to see who has already arrived.

8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Reunion Gathering Areas and Archives Display
Harre Union, Atrium Overlook and Campanile Room
Browse old yearbooks, Torches, and other memorabilia, and take in multimedia historical displays. Members of the 50th and 25th reunion classes will have reserved gathering spaces. The Class of 1961 Scholarly and Artistic Showcase also will be on display.

8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Alumni Association Silent Auction
Harre Union, Chapel View Lounge
Bid on items donated by alumni, as well as area and national businesses. All proceeds benefit the Alumni Discretionary Fund, which supports student needs through book scholarships and through special Student Alumni Association activities. Auction will close on Saturday at 12:45 p.m. in the Oktoberfest tent.

8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Office of Admission Booth
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
The Undergraduate Admission staff will host a table in the Harre Union to answer high school students’ questions about applying and enrolling at Valpo. Campus tours for prospective students will be available at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on a first come-first served basis. Students must sign up at the Undergraduate Admission table in the Union between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., as tour spots are limited.

8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Graduate School Booth and Alpha Sigma Lambda Candle Sale
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Stop by to learn about graduate and continuing education programs at Valpo, or to purchase your Gold Canyon candle. Proceeds go directly to scholarships for students of need in the College of Adult Scholars. Hosted by Valpo’s chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda, a non-traditional undergraduate student honor society.

8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Honors Breakfast (*#)
Harre Union, Ballroom
This traditional event honors Valparaiso University donors of $100 or more in the past year. For more information, contact vudonor@valpo.edu. Please R.S.V.P. in response to your mailed invitation.

9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Career Center Open House
Harre Union, Career Center

9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Women’s Tennis Brunch and Alumni Tournament and Service Project (*)
Valparaiso University Tennis Complex 
“Racquet Roundup” will collect junior tennis rackets, new cans of tennis balls and children's tennis shoes for needy children around the world in promotion of tennis, fitness and fun.  For more information, contact coach Traci Young at traci.young@valpo.edu or 219-464-5995.

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sigma Pi Golf Outing (*$)
The Course at Aberdeen
245 Tower Road
Please contact Matt D’Abreu ’12 at matt.dabreu@valpo.edu for more details and to register for this event. Details also will be shared in The Key, your Sigma Pi alumni newsletter.

9:30 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.
Professor Walt Wangerin’s “Crafty Writer Seeks Canny Reader: for Long Term Relationship”
Christopher Center, Room 205
Senior Research Professor Walter Wangerin, Jr., award-winning author and Emil and Elfriede Jochum Professor of English and Theology, will speak on the importance of the library in an author's creative process.  For more information about Professor Wangerin, visit valpo.edu/english/faculty/wangerin.php. For further details about the presentation, you may contact Rachael Muszkiewicz, public services librarian & assistant professor of library services, at rachael.muszkiewicz@valpo.edu or 219-464-5464, or Paul Danger, Professor Wangerin’s assistant, at ww.asst@valpo.edu or 219-477-6720.

9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Stand-up Breakfast
Neils Science Center, Lobby

9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Pancake Breakfast for Bill Marion Scholarship (*$)
Harre Union, Gandhi-King Center On site
Your payment of $5 (and any additional donations, which are welcome) will benefit the Bill Marion 1st Generation Scholarship Fund. Sponsored by the office of multicultural programs, the department of sociology, the department of economics, the Black Student Organization and Latinos in Valparaiso for Excellence. For more information or to register, contact Tasha Henry ’04, ’06 MALS at tasha.henry@valpo.edu. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Alumni Campus Tour (*)
Depart between Harre Union and Chapel
Spend an hour on a leisurely ride through campus, taking in all the changes since your time as a student. You also will learn about spaces on campus related to the University Guild, in honor of its 80^th anniversary. Regrettably, the bus is not wheelchair accessible. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form. Space is limited, so register early.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Prospective Student Campus Tour (*)
Depart from Harre Union West Doors
Tours will be available for a limited number of prospective students and their families on a first come-first served basis. Students must sign up at the Undergraduate Admission table in the Union between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
College of Nursing Open House
LeBien Hall

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Delta Delta Delta and Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Brunch (*)
Huegli Hall, Lumina Room
Please contact Anna Wolf ’12  at anna.wolf@valpo.edu for more information or if planning to attend. 

10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Social Work Alumni Gathering
Heidbrink Lounge

10 a.m. – Noon
Kappa Kappa Gamma Open Chapter Room
Scheele Hall
For more information, contact Melissa Bernat ’13 at melissa.bernat@valpo.edu.

11 a.m. – Noon
Math and Computer Science Alumni Gathering
Gellersen Center, Room 124

11 a.m. – Noon
Prospective Student Campus Tour (*)
Depart from Harre Union, West Doors
Tours will be available for a limited number of prospective students and their families on a first come-first served basis. Students must sign up at the Undergraduate Admission table in the Union between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Delta Delta Delta Open House
Scheele Hall, Chapter Room
Please contact Anna Wolf ’12 at anna.wolf@valpo.edu with any questions.

11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Alumni Choir Rehearsal
Chapel of the Resurrection, Gallery

11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Alumni Association Silent Auction
Huegli Lawn, Oktoberfest Tent
Bid on items donated by alumni, as well as area and national businesses. All proceeds benefit the Alumni Discretionary Fund, which supports student needs through book scholarships and through special Student Alumni Association activities. Auction will close on Saturday at 12:45 p.m. in the Oktoberfest tent.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
College of Engineering Alumni Picnic and Open House
Gellersen Center, West Lawn
For more information, contact Patty Sokol at patty.sokol@valpo.edu or 219-464-5085.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fites Engineering Innovation Center Open House
Fites Center

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Alpha Xi Epsilon Alumnae Association Gathering
Casa Del Roma
712 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
Food and souvenirs are provided at no charge. Spouses, children, and guests are welcome to attend. To register or for more information, contact Deena (Butterfield) Lawley '96, '03 at 219-309-3834 or deenabutterfield@netscape.net. 

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
College of Engineering Alumni Picnic and Open House 
Gellersen Center, West Lawn
For more information, contact Patty Sokol at patty.sokol@valpo.edu or 219-464-5085.

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Oktoberfest and International Food Bazaar ($)
Huegli Lawn
This family event draws on the European background of Valpo’s Lutheran heritage along with the many diverse cultures that constitute Valparaiso University today. Purchase food from many countries, including traditional German fare provided by the University’s dining services staff, or cuisine from other nations prepared by Valpo students. In the Oktoberfest tent, enjoy live oom-pah tunes from The Deutsch-Meisters, kringles for sale by the University Guild, “Das Kindereck” (the children’s corner) sponsored by the German Club, and more.

11:15 a.m. – Noon
Reunion Class Photos
Christopher Center, Community Room
Photos will be available for ordering on-site, or by visiting valpo.edu/alumni/homecoming following the weekend.
11:15 a.m. Class of 1986 (25th Reunion)
11:30 a.m. Class of 2001 (10th Reunion)
11:45 a.m. Class of 1971 (40th Reunion)

 11:30 a.m. – Noon
Sigma Phi Epsilon Lunch
705 Mound Street
For more information, contact Ben Macy ’13 at ben.macy@valpo.edu or 616-648-3516.

Noon – 1 p.m.
Sigma Phi Epsilon Alumni Board Meeting
705 Mound Street
For more information, contact Ben Macy ’13 at ben.macy@valpo.edu or 616-648-3516.

Noon – 2 p.m.
Alpha Phi Delta 1961 Alumnae Luncheon (*$)
Harre Union, Brown & Gold Room
Remember pledging, gutter roasts, and life in the Alpha Annex and House? Join us as we look back, catch up and laugh! Cost is $15 to attend. Pre-registration required. R.S.V.P. by contacting Marty (Burckle ’61) Hillerich at dhillerich@aol.com.

Noon – 4 p.m.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Tailgate
Lawn between Fitness Center and ARC
For more information, contact Melissa Bernat ’13 at melissa.bernat@valpo.edu.

Noon – 4 p.m.
MBA Tailgate
Lawn between Fitness Center and ARC
Open to all alumni, students, and guests. For more information, contact Cindy Scanlan ’05 MBA, assistant director of the MBA program, at cindy.scanlan@valpo.edu.

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Football vs. Morehead State University ($)
Brown Field
Tickets available for purchase at the gate.

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Alliance Open House
Harre Union, Student Organization Suite
Come learn more about Alliance, Valpo's LGBTQ and ally student organization. Find out more about Alliance’s plans for this year, chat with current members, and connect with their alumni network project. Hors d'oeuvres will be served. For more information contact Nick Derda ’12 at vualliance@gmail.com.

3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Sigma Pi House Corporation Meeting
805 Brown Street
All Sigma Pi are encouraged to attend. Reports on the state of the fraternity will be given, and elections will take place for House Corporation Board and the Chapter Educational Fund Advisory Board. Questions may be directed to Matt Smith, chapter advisor, at matt.smith@sigpi.com. Details also will be shared in The Key, your Sigma Pi alumni newsletter.

3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Christ College Open House
Mueller Hall, Commons

3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Valpo Admission Network Social Hour
Maria Elena’s, 454 Greenwich St.
Members of the Valpo Admission Network (VAN) are invited to join Barb Lieske, the 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 this past year. Please R.S.V.P. to admissions.network@valpo.edu.

3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
University Guild Gathering Space
Harre Union, Grand Lounge
Gather with Guild members and view Guild memorabilia from throughout its 80-year history.

3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Men’s Alumni Tennis Tournament (*)
Valparaiso University Tennis Complex
For more information, contact coach Jim Daugherty at james.daugherty@valpo.edu or 219-464-5257.

4 p.m.
Catholic Mass and Ministry Life Center Open House
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center
1511 LaPorte Avenue
Take part in mass and then enjoy a tour of the brand new Ministry Life Center, home of St. T’s new church hall and lounge. For more information contact the campus minister, John DeWyze, at jdewyze@saintt.com.

4 p.m. 
Softball Team Alumni vs. Current Player Slowpitch Softball Game 
Valparaiso University Softball Field
Come take part in the game and then stick around for a cookout dinner. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P. to assistant coach KC Boldt at 219-464-5047 or kathryn.boldt@valpo.edu by Sept. 17.

4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Symphony Orchestra ($)
Chapel of the Resurrection
Valpo’s ensemble will perform with special guest Yuan-Qing Yu, Assistant Concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. VUSO alumni who would like to play for the overture should contact orchestra@valpo.edu. Tickets are required and can be purchased on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form or at the door. $15 for adults, $10 for seniors 62 and older and non-Valpo students, free for Valpo students, faculty and staff.

4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Open Chapter Room
Scheele Hall
For more information, contact Melissa Bernat ’13 at melissa.bernat@valpo.edu.

4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
English Department Alumni Reception
67 Fleetwood Dr. N.
English alumni are invited to gather at the home of Ed Uehling, professor of English, and his wife Marilynn. For more information, contact the Uehlings at edward.uehling@valpo.edu, or  219-464-4174.

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Butler University ($)
Athletics-Recreation Center
Tickets available at the door.

5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Childcare (*$)
Perpetual Motion
4711 Evans Avenue
Drop off your children ages 3 and up at this local gymnastics school. Children will enjoy games, obstacle courses, crafts, dinner, dessert, and a movie. Care provided by safety-trained, certified instructors. Older 2-year-olds may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis. $25 per child. Pre-registration required. Contact Perpetual Motion directly at 219-476-7209. Space is limited, so register early. From campus, travel north on Sturdy Road approximately one mile to Evans Avenue. Turn right and travel approximately 1.6 miles. Perpetual Motion will be on your left.

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Reunion Class Photos
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Photos will be available for ordering on-site, or by visiting valpo.edu/alumni/homecoming following the weekend.
5:30 p.m. Class of 1961 (50th Reunion)
5:50 p.m. Brown & Gold Club (Classes of 1960 and prior)
6:10 p.m. Class of 1951 (60th Reunion)
6:20 p.m. Class of 1966 (45th Reunion)

6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Golden Gavel and Gromley Society Dinner (*#)
Strongbow Inn
Social hour will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner served at 7 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Erika Nelson ’10 J.D. at erika.nelson@valpo.edu or 219-465-7899. You also may register by responding to your mailed invitation.

6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Reunion Celebrations (*$)
Social hour begins at 6 p.m., with dinner served at 7 p.m. Cash bar available. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.

Brown & Gold Club Classes of 1951, 1961, 1966
Harre Union, Ballroom

Classes of 1971, 1976, 1981, 1991, 1996
Harre Union, Brown & Gold Room

Class of 1986
Christopher Center Community Room

6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Young Alumni Reunion (*$)
Duffy’s Place, 1154 Axe Ave.
Alumni from the classes of 001 through 2011 are invited to relive Brat Fry, one of the “last hurrahs” of Valpo student life. Cost is $10 payable at Duffy’s, and includes one brat and one bag of chips per person, plus unlimited drafts and a souvenir cup. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form

6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sigma Pi Alumni Dinner (*$)
Valparaiso Country Club 2501 Country Club Rd.
Hosted by the undergraduate members of the Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Pi. Cost is $30 per person. Please R.S.V.P. to Matt D’Abreu ’12 at matt.dabreu@valpo.edu or stop by the house to register anytime on Friday.  Shuttle service to and from the dinner will be available if needed (please call the house at 219-465-7215 on Saturday if you need a ride.) Details also will be shared in The Key, your Sigma Pi alumni newsletter.

8:45 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Sigma Phi Epsilon Burning Heart Ritual
Eastgate Field
For more information, contact Ben Macy ’13 at ben.macy@valpo.edu or 616-648-3516.

10 p.m.
Alpha Psi Omega “Shakespeare Under the Stars”
Resurrection Meadow
For more information, contact Megan Lothamer ’12 at megan.lothamer@valpo.edu.

SUNDAY, OCT. 2

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Homecoming Breakfast and Alumni Association Meeting (*$)
Christopher Center, Community Room
Tables will be reserved for the Brown & Gold Club and the 50th and 25th reunion classes. Reunion class procession to follow. $8 per person. Pre-registration required on your
official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.
(Please note: those who cannot climb stairs should park in Lot 15 or use the drop-off area in front of the building, and should not park in Lot 20.)

9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Class Procession: Brown & Gold Club, 50th, 25th
Christopher Center, Community Room
The Brown & Gold Club and the 50th and 25th reunion classes will line up in the lobby and will process together to the worship service.

10 a.m.
Catholic Mass and Ministry Life Center Open House
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center
1511 LaPorte Avenue
Take part in mass and then enjoy a tour of the brand new Ministry Life Center, home of St. T’s new church hall and lounge. For more information contact the campus minister, John DeWyze, at jdewyze@saintt.com.

10 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Worship Service
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.

Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Awards Luncheon (*#)
Harre Union, Ballroom A
Recipients of the 2011 Valparaiso University Alumni Association alumni awards will be honored. Please R.S.V.P. in response to your mailed invitation.

2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Class of 2001 Alumni Recital
Center for the Arts Duesenberg Recital Hall

3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Dancing with the Valpo Stars ($)
Harre Union, Ballrooms B & C
In a format similar to the popular television program “Dancing With The Stars,” members of the Valparaiso University Ballroom Competition Team will serve as the dance mentors to a small group of competing professors. Admission is $3 at the door (free to Valpo students with a valid student ID). Pre-registration is not required.

3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Geography and Meteorology Anniversary Open House
Kallay-Christopher Hall
Alumni and guests are invited to stop by to celebrate the 80^th anniversary of Valpo’s geography department, and the 20^th anniversary of the meteorology department.

MONDAY, OCT. 3 

9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Geography and Meteorology Anniversary Celebration (*$)
Harre Union, Ballroom

Presentations and discussions will take place until 4:30 p.m., with dinner taking place at 6 p.m.  A guest speaker will be featured at the dinner. Pre-registration is required. Cost TBD. Contact the department at geomet@valpo.edu or 219-464-5140.

Any change to the Homecoming and Reunion Weekend schedule will be listed here. The changes will also be reflected in the Complete Schedule tab. 

Thursday, Sept. 29
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Faith and Work, Love and Life: A Christ College Homecoming Symposium
Mueller Hall, Refectory
A panel of Christ College graduates of 2006 will reflect on the ways their Valparaiso experiences shaped essential aspects of their careers, relationships, and spiritual lives. Panelists: Tamara Carnahan,Deputy Attorney General, Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Ben Hampton, Transportation Planner, Metropolitan Washington D.C. Council of Governments; Amy Stark, Federal Drug Administration Fellow in Human Genetics; and Steven Wilco, Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Amherst, Massachusetts. 

Friday, Sept. 30
11 a.m.
Alumni Book Signing
Valparaiso University Bookstore, Harre Union
Gina Venable ’89 will sign copies of “Closer to Home”. The science fiction fantasy novel is her first novel. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information contact the bookstore at 219-464-5421.

Friday, Sept. 30
1 p.m.
Alumni Book Signing
Valparaiso University Bookstore, Harre Union
Craig Edlin ’78, author, and his daughter, Lauren Edlin ’11, illustrator, will sign copies of “Practical Career Advice for a Turbulent Working World”, a collection of 56 short essays on finding peace in today’s workplace. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information contact the bookstore at 219-464-5421. 

Friday, Sept. 30
2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. 
Pre-Medical Arts Lecture and Refreshments
Neils Science Center, Room 234
Guest speaker will be Dr. Grant Krafft ’76. Refreshments will be available at 1:45 p.m., with the lecture beginning at 2 p.m. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Graduate School Booth and Alpha Sigma Lambda Candle Sale
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Stop by to learn about graduate and continuing education programs at Valpo, or to purchase your Gold Canyon candle. Proceeds go directly to scholarships for students of need in the College of Adult Scholars. Hosted by Valpo’s chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda, a non-traditional undergraduate student honor society.

Saturday, Oct. 1
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sigma Pi Golf Outing (*$)
The Course at Aberdeen
245 Tower Road
Please contact Matt D’Abreu ’12 at matt.dabreu@valpo.edu for more details and to register for this event. Details also will be shared in The Key, your Sigma Pi alumni newsletter. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Women’s Tennis Brunch and Alumni Tournament and Service Project (*)
Valparaiso University Tennis Complex 
“Racquet Roundup” will collect junior tennis rackets, new cans of tennis balls and children's tennis shoes for needy children around the world in promotion of tennis, fitness and fun.  For more information, contact coach Traci Young at traci.young@valpo.edu or 219-464-5995.

Saturday, Oct. 1
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Delta Delta Delta and Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Brunch (*)
Huegli Hall, Lumina Room
Please contact Anna Wolf ’12  at anna.wolf@valpo.edu for more information or if planning to attend. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Delta Delta Delta Open House
Scheele Hall, Chapter Room
Please contact Anna Wolf ’12 at anna.wolf@valpo.edu with any questions. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
11 a.m. – Noon
Math and Computer Science Alumni Gathering
Gellersen Center, Room 124 

Saturday, Oct. 1
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Alpha Xi Epsilon Alumnae Association Gathering
Casa Del Roma
712 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
Food and souvenirs are provided at no charge. Spouses, children, and guests are welcome to attend. To register or for more information, contact Deena (Butterfield) Lawley '96, '03 at 219-309-3834 or deenabutterfield@netscape.net. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
College of Engineering Alumni Picnic and Open House 
Gellersen Center, West Lawn
For more information, contact Patty Sokol at patty.sokol@valpo.edu or 219-464-5085. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
Noon – 4 p.m.
MBA Tailgate
Lawn between Fitness Center and ARC
Open to all alumni, students, and guests. For more information, contact Cindy Scanlan ’05 MBA, assistant director of the MBA program, at cindy.scanlan@valpo.edu.

Saturday, Oct. 1
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Alliance Open House
Harre Union, Student Organization Suite
Come learn more about Alliance, Valpo's LGBTQ and ally student organization. Find out more about Alliance’s plans for this year, chat with current members, and connect with their alumni network project. Hors d'oeuvres will be served. For more information contact Nick Derda ’12 at vualliance@gmail.com. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
3 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Men’s Alumni Tennis Tournament (*)
Valparaiso University Tennis Complex
For more information, contact coach Jim Daugherty at james.daugherty@valpo.edu or 219-464-5257. 

Saturday, Oct 1
4 p.m.
Catholic Mass and Ministry Life Center Open House
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center
1511 LaPorte Avenue
Take part in mass and then enjoy a tour of the brand new Ministry Life Center, home of St. T’s new church hall and lounge. For more information contact the campus minister, John DeWyze, at jdewyze@saintt.com. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
4 p.m. 
Softball Team Alumni vs. Current Player Slowpitch Softball Game 
Valparaiso University Softball Field
Come take part in the game and then stick around for a cookout dinner. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P. to assistant coach KC Boldt at 219-464-5047 or kathryn.boldt@valpo.edu by Sept. 17. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Childcare (*$)
Perpetual Motion
4711 Evans Avenue
Drop off your children ages 3 and up at this local gymnastics school. Children will enjoy games, obstacle courses, crafts, dinner, dessert, and a movie. Care provided by safety-trained, certified instructors. Older 2-year-olds may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis. $25 per child. Pre-registration required. Contact Perpetual Motion directly at 219-476-7209. Space is limited, so register early. From campus, travel north on Sturdy Road approximately one mile to Evans Avenue. Turn right and travel approximately 1.6 miles. Perpetual Motion will be on your left. 

Saturday, Oct. 1
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Golden Gavel and Gromley Society Dinner (*#)
Strongbow Inn
Social hour will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner served at 7 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Erika Nelson ’10 J.D. at erika.nelson@valpo.edu or 219-465-7899. You also may register by responding to your mailed invitation. 

Sunday, Oct. 2
10 a.m.
Catholic Mass and Ministry Life Center Open House
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center
1511 LaPorte Avenue
Take part in mass and then enjoy a tour of the brand new Ministry Life Center, home of St. T’s new church hall and lounge. For more information contact the campus minister, John DeWyze, at jdewyze@saintt.com. 

Sunday, Oct. 2
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Dancing with the Valpo Stars ($)
Harre Union, Ballrooms B & C
In a format similar to the popular television program “Dancing With The Stars,” members of the Valparaiso University Ballroom Competition Team will serve as the dance mentors to a small group of competing professors. Admission is $3 at the door (free to Valpo students with a valid student ID). Pre-registration is not required.

You may register for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend by filling out and mailing the official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Registration form in your brochure (also available for printing here), by submitting the registration form online, by faxing it to 219-464-5467, or by calling the office of alumni relations at 800-833-6792, ext. 23. Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 16. There will be norefunds after this date.

Campus Map
You can download a map of the Valparaiso University campus that indicates parking areas, Registration Headquarters, and drop off locations. 

Homecoming Mums and Alumni Association Christmas Ornaments
Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
The Student Alumni Association carries on the tradition of Homecoming mums by offering them for $5 each at Registration Headquarters. You also may purchase your 2011 Valparaiso University AlumniAssociation Christmas ornament, which debuts annually at Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, for$15. This year’s ornament will depict Heritage Hall. Some ornaments from previous years also may beavailable for purchase at a reduced price of $10 each.

Golf Cart Transportation
Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Golf carts will be on hand in front of the Harre Union, and on routes through campus, to provide transportation for those needing assistance. From locations on campus, you may call Registration Headquarters at 219- 464-5142 to arrange a pick-up. (Friday and Saturday only). On Sunday, golf cartswill be stationed in parking Lots 15 and 20 and at the Chapel to provide transportation to the morning’s events. Provided by the Student Alumni Association.

Brauer Museum of Art
Friday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.
Center for the Arts
“Newel Posts from the Jay W. Christopher Collection,” “Rock ‘n Roll Photographs by Henry Diltz,” and “Works from the Brauer Museum of Art’s Permanent Collection” will be on display. Admission isfree, donations welcome.

University Archives
Friday 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday Upon request or appointment
Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. or appointment
Christopher Center, Room 300
Visit the archives to see a trove of Valpo memorabilia. Appointments can be made by contacting Judy Miller, special collections librarian, at 219-464-5808 (campus), 219-508-7092 (mobile), or judith.miller@valpo.edu.

University Book Center
Friday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.Harre Union
Ten percent discount on an apparel or gift item with coupon (available in your registration packet at Registration Headquarters).

Reunion Classes
Remember that if your class year ends in a one or six, this is your reunion year! Reunion events are listed throughout the brochure, so be sure to take advantage of the opportunities to gather with yourclassmates.

Event Tickets
Your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend nametag will serve as your ticket to all of your registered events. Be sure to check in at Registration Headquarters to pick up yours.

Dietary Requirements
If you have special dietary requirements, please call 800-833-6792, ext. 23 before Sept. 16 so we may address these needs.

Tobacco Policy
Valparaiso University prohibits smoking and the use of tobacco products on campus property.