Valpo FutureQuest
Real student. Real game. Real possibilities. FutureQuest was built by a Valpo student to help you discover the programs, careers, and paths that fit who you are. Your journey starts here.
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Valpo FutureQuest
After you play the game, come back and submit this form to get a free Valpo keychain!* Tell us your FutureQuest Archetype and a little more about yourself, and we’ll send you more information about Valpo so you can continue your journey.
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Explore Your Archetype
Realists are doers. You’re likely drawn to concrete problems and love figuring out how things actually work. Whether it’s tools, machines, or systems — anything that can be taken apart or built — realists are drawn to action and results they can see. You might be more of a practical thinker who learns best by doing, not just reading or listening. You’ll thrive in a learning environment where you get to be very hands-on!
Example careers: Athletic Trainers, Engineers, Exercise Physiologists, Medical Technologists
Programs: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Exercise Science, Health Science, Mechanical Engineering
Investigators are researchers. You might be curious about nature and love digging into questions that don’t have obvious answers. You enjoy experimenting, analyzing, and uncovering how things really work, especially in science or tech. Your brain is wired for patterns, logic, and discovery. You’ll thrive in a learning environment where you get to do hands-on research and dig into real-world challenges
Example Careers: Doctors, Economists, Meteorologists, Scientists
Programs: Astronomy and Space Science, Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Criminology, Data Science, Economics, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics, Meteorology, Physics, Sociology, Pre-Med
Artistics are creators. You’re driven to express ideas, emotions, or stories in original ways, like through visuals, music, writing, or design. You probably enjoy creating something brand new that didn’t exist before! You’re a creative thinker who values freedom, imagination, and authenticity. You’ll thrive in a learning environment where you can express yourself and share your work with the world.
Example careers: Artists, Graphic Designers, Musicians, Photographers, Writers
Programs: Art, Communication, Creative Writing, Digital Media Arts, English Language and Literature, Music, Music Education, Music Therapy
Socials are helpers. You’re energized by connecting with people and making a positive impact on others. You likely enjoy teaching, supporting, and helping people grow or overcome challenges. Socials tend to be empathetic, communicative, and motivated by purpose. You’ll thrive in an environment where you can learn how to put these great qualities toward doing good in your community and the world.
Example careers: Counselors, Physician Assistants,Nurses, Social Workers, Teachers
Programs: Elementary Education, Secondary Education Minor, Geography Education, History, Spanish, Physician Assistant, MSPA, Physics and Astronomy Education, Psychology, Religious Studies, Nursing, Social Work
Enterprisings are leaders. You probably like taking initiative, influencing others, and turning ideas into action. Whether it’s leading a team, launching a project, or pitching a big idea, you’re highly motivated by results and impact. Entrepreneurs tend to think strategically and feel comfortable taking risks. You’ll thrive in a learning environment where you can grow your leadership skills through real, hands-on experience.
Example careers: Business Managers, Entrepreneurs, Hospital Administrators, Lawyers
Programs: Business (Exploratory), Healthcare Leadership, Integrated Public Health and Healthcare Leadership, Management, Pre-Law, Political Science, Marketing, Sports Management, Leadership Development Minor
Conventionals are organizers. You likely enjoy bringing order to information, systems, and processes. You’re drawn to structure, accuracy, and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Conventionals tend to be detail-oriented, reliable, and skilled at managing data or operations — you’re the one making sure projects run smoothly! You’ll thrive in an environment where you get to go deep on different processes and how they work through hands-on learning and real project experience.
Example careers: Accountants, Business and Financial Analysts, Computer Systems Engineers, Information Technology (IT) Managers
Programs: Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Computer Science, Integrated Business and Engineering, Mathematics
How to Play
Finding your path takes time, and we wanted to make that search feel like an adventure. Here’s how to play:
- Guide your character across campus using your mouse or keyboard
- Find the torches scattered around campus
- Answer the short question at each one, then press the space bar to continue
- Collect them all to see your results
- Note: This game is played on a desktop or laptop only (not supported on mobile)
Once you’ve completed the game, you’ll find your archetype description on this page, matched to programs and careers that feel like they were made for you. Then fill out the short form above for a chance to receive a prize.
About the Game
Every great journey begins with a question. For the team at Valparaiso University, it was this: what if choosing a career felt less like filling out a form and more like setting out on an adventure?
Mason Tulacz ’26 took that question and ran with it. A Valpo student with one final year left on campus, he spent it building the answer: a game called Valpo FutureQuest. By the time he crossed the graduation stage in May 2026, his creation was nearly ready for the world to see. He didn’t make the journey alone. Faculty mentors Aysegul Yayimli, Ph.D. and Martin Buinicki, Ph.D. walked beside him at every turn, shaping raw ambition into something real. Fellow student Ethan Mohr ’28 composed the music that gives the game its pulse with the mentorship of Joseph Bognar, DMA.
What emerged is a place where prospective students can wander a little, wonder a lot, and slowly discover who they might become. It’s built on the science of RIASEC career exploration, but dressed in color, sound, and story, so that self-discovery feels less like a test and more like play. Valpo FutureQuest is a gentle invitation to every student still searching. You don’t have to know where you’re going yet. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply start exploring.
Discover your path. Level up your future.
Continue Your Quest
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