Focus Schedules

We are so excited to have you join the Valparaiso University community!

Take Your First Steps on Campus

As you begin to get ready for your journey at Valparaiso University, FOCUS (new student orientation) will be one of your first steps on-campus.

FOCUS Resources

Focus Schedules

Complete Enrollment Deposit

Resources, Fees, & FAQs

Welcome Week 2026

Placement Assessments

What Focus is all about

New Student Orientation

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Jump Start Your Academic Journey

Get connected with academic advising, build your class schedule, and feel confident about your first semester. We’re here to help you start strong and stay on track!

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Find Your People and Get Involved

Discover ways to meet new friends, join organizations, and explore campus life. Orientation is your first step toward finding your community and feeling right at home at Valpo.

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Support For Families and Guests

Your supporters matter! Our Guest and Family FOCUS Schedule shares important information, tips, and resources so they can confidently support you throughout your college journey.

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Share Your Valpo Story

We want to get to know YOU! Through activities and feedback, we learn more about our incoming class so we can create the best possible experience for everyone.

FOCUS Schedule

A peek into your day-long orientation experience from 8 a.m. — 3 p.m.

FOCUS Check-In and Opening Welcome

Official FOCUS Check-In
Office of Admission
Get Set-Up with a Valpo OneCard (your student ID!)
Office of Information Technology
Visit a Residence Hall
Office of Residential Life
Visit the Commuter Student Space
Division of Student Life
Opening Welcome:
Meet campus pastors, hear from President Rev. Konkol, PhD., get to know the orientation assistants (OAs), and learn about the day-long commitment.

Orientation Small Group Meetings

Your orientation assistant (OA) will lead these small groups, answer questions, and engage in positive conversations to get ready for your #ValpoStudentExperience.
Get to know classmates through interactive activities.
Lean in to Valpo’s mission, “to lead and serve,” learn about about purpose, calling, and what Valpo has to offer to explore your personal values and making an impact to society.
Begin to transition your academic mindset as you learn about what Valpo expects for new students to succeed in the classroom.

Get Excited About The Valpo Student Experience

Calling & Spiritual Life
All That We Share: Faith Life | Session led by campus pastors
Dining Services/ Parkhurst
Exploring Campus Food | Session led by Parkhurst staff
Information Technology/ Help Desk
Stay Connected to Technology | Session led by IT support staff.
Student Life
myLife. myExperience. myValpo. | Session led by student life staff.

Academic Advising and Class Registration

Meet with your academic advisor, learn about expectations from your college and major, and register for fall semester.

Resource Fair

As the FOCUS day comes to a close, participants are able to visit with over 30 campus departments and resources!

The Focus Experience

What Did You Find Most Valuable?

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Focus Schedules

“I really enjoyed connecting with the students. I was very scared about having to split from my family, but I ended up having a lot of fun with the other students!”

— Valparaiso University Student

FOCUS Registration