Updates and Changes

Check this Web site for changes to the official Family Weekend 2009 schedule of events.

Friday, Oct. 23
6 to 9 p.m.
"Leading the Future of Sustainability" Conference
Harre Union Ballroom
VU's College of Business Administration, as part of its Moeller Lecture series, would like to extend an invitation to attend the conference.The evening includes engagement, networking and refreshments features keynote Ray C. Anderson joined by other experts in sustainable business practices. This event is open to all at no charge.The forum will conclude with a book-signing by Anderson and a reception hosted by Porter County Economic Development Alliance. Space is limited and seats must be reserved via e-mail to Elizabeth.Gingerich@valpo.edu. For more conference details visit www.valpo.edu/cba/sustainabilityconference. 

Friday, Oct. 23
7 p.m.
Valpo Hoops Mania
Athletics-Recreation Center
Get your first glimpse of the 2009-2010 Valparaiso basketball teams. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the main program beginning at 7 p.m.  Admission to the event is free.

Friday, Oct. 23
7:30 - 8:15 p.m.
New Discoveries in Astronomy
Neils Science Center, Room 224
Lecture presented by Shawn Slavin, interim department head and associate professor of physics and astronomy at Purdue University Calumet.

Saturday, Oct. 24 
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fitness Center Open House and Tour
Fitness Center
Stop by the building formerly occupied by the University Book Center and see the latest addition to campus- a brand new fitness center for the campus community. A guided tour will take place at 11:30am.  

Saturday, Oct. 24
6 to 8 p.m.
Family Weekend Pool Party
Sponsored by the Student Alumni Association. There will be fun games, Valpo trivia, relay races and even a cannon ball contest!  Lifeguards will be on duty.  Make sure to bring the whole family and don't forget to bring your swimsuit.

Sunday, Oct. 25
1:30 p.m. (time change)
Lambda Pi Eta Induction Ceremony
Kallay-Christopher Hall, Room 112
The Department of Communication will induct students into this honor society. For information, contact Jennifer Ziegler, assistant professor of communication, at jennifer.ziegler@valpo.edu.