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About the Guild
Mission Statement:
The Valparaiso University Guild commits to enhancing the student experience while exemplifying the University’s ideals of scholarship, freedom, and faith.
Members
Guild members are alumni, parents, employees, and friends of the University. The Guild has 1100 members nationwide that are dedicated to serving Valpo students. Members work independently or in groups to serve, fundraise and promote Valparaiso University.
History
In 1931, women associated with VU met on campus and decided to create a national organization called the National Women’s Committee of the Lutheran University Association, which was the precursor to the Valparaiso University Guild. The Guild was formed as an independent group organized to serve the University. This service included recruiting students, hosting parties and benefits in various parts of the country and hosting choir tours. The first three chapters were formed in Ft. Wayne, IN; Appleton, WI; and Detroit, MI.
Since 1931 the Guild has served Valparaiso University. Guild women have organized hundreds of fundraisers, hosted thousands of events and funded several significant campus spaces. Students have appreciated the tokens of tender loving care the Guild has given them through cakes, care packages, cards or a meal off campus.
In May 2006, members met on campus to celebrate the organization’s 75th anniversary and approve a new structure for the organization. The new structure is designed to better meet the needs of Valpo students and modern volunteers.
It is because of the students, the Guild exists. Members are motivated by the scholarships, grants and service that can be done to enhance the student experience.
2008 Guild Board of Directors
- Linda Deal (-09), Chair
- Jan Duesenberg (-10)
- Anne Franklin (-09)
- Carolyn Hanes (-10)
- Jackie Jungemann (-09)
- Candace Kilpinen (-08)
- Kelley Madden (-10), Secretary
- Lois Mitchum (-08), Treasurer
- Kristy Paukner (-08)
VU Guild Strategic Plan (2007-2010)
The VU Guild enhances the student experience while exemplifying the University's ideals of scholarship, freedom and faith.
Events
Let the Guild office know about events by using the Member-Originated Activity Form.
May
May 15, 2008, 11:30 am
- Annual Graduating Seniors Luncheon
- Guild lobby of the VUCA
- Speaker: Diane Harre, Valpo's first lady
May 18, 2008
May 19, 2008
- Buffalo, NY members will meet
May 26, 2008
- Holiday: Guild office closed
May 28, 2008, 12 noon
- Saginaw, MI, home of Arlene Hoffman
- Guild memorabilia, bring a sack lunch
- Contact: Bonnie Johnson bonbonthrift@yahoo.com or 989-673-6965.
May 31, 2008
- Guild Board of Directors Meeting, Chicago
June
June 1, 2008, 4 pm
- Milwaukee Wine Tasting Party
- Vino 100, Wauwatosa
- Advance reservations required
June 2008 - FOCUS
- FOCUS I - June 9-10
- FOCUS II - June 13-14
- FOCUS III - June 16-17
- FOCUS IV - June 20-21
June 16, 2008
- Buffalo, NY area members meet for annual potluck picnic
June 30, 2008
- Deadline for 07-08 Membership Contributions
July
July 2008
- Annual Commitment Plan and Ballots mailed
July 4, 2008
- Holiday - Guild office closed
July 21, 2008
- Twin Cities Area Guild Picnic for students
- Hidden Falls Park in St. Paul
August
August 26, 2008
- Classes Begin
August 29, 2008
- 2008 Ballots Due
August 31, 2008
- 150th Campus Kick-off Celebration
September
September
- Tellers Meeting TBD
September 1
- Ballots Due
September 13
- Football Stand
September 20
- Football Stand
October
October 3-5, 2008
- San Diego, CA: Homecoming West
October 10, 2008, 2 pm
- Guild Annual Meeting
October 10-12, 2008
October 11
- Football Stand
October 17-18
- Presidential Inauguration of Mark A. Heckler
October 18
- Football Stand
October 23-26, 2008
- Fall Break
November
November 8
- Football Stand
November 8
November 13
- Grad Finale for Dec 08 grads
November 22
- Football Stand
January
2010 Guild Board Nominations Requested
January 30-31
- Union Dedication Weekend
February
March
March 15
- 2010-2012 Guild Board Nominees Due
April
April 24-26
Fifth Biennial Christian Women's Conference
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