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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
1251 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso
219.464.9395
"VU Class of 1961 - 50th Reunion" Block
All members of the Class of 1961 are asked to complete the Memory Book form. You can also complete the Memory Book form online. Pick up your copy of the completed Memory Book at Registration Headquarters. If you cannot attend Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, we will mail a copy to you.
For a more comprehensive list of Homecoming and Reunion Weekend events, visit the Schedule of Events Web site.
FRIDAY:
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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. $5 per person. Cash bar available. Pre-registration required on your official Homecoming and Reunion Weekend registration form.
SATURDAY:
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Reunion Gathering Areas and Archives Display
Harre Union, Atrium Overlook and Campanile Room
Browse old yearbooks, Torches, and other memorabilia, and take in multimedia historical displays. Members of the 50th and 25th reunion classes will have reserved gathering spaces. The Class of 1961 Scholarly and Artistic Showcase also will be on display.
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Reunion Class Photos
Harre Union, Atrium Lobby
Photos will be available for ordering on-site, or by visiting valpo.edu/alumni/homecoming following the weekend.
5:30 p.m. Class of 1961 (50th Reunion)
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Reunion Celebrations (*$)
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
SUNDAY:
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.