Connecting Campus and Community

We are Valpo

Valparaiso University is proud to be part of the greater Valparaiso community. The shops, restaurants, opportunities, and, most importantly, the people of Valparaiso play a vital role in helping us create a college experience our students can be proud of. That’s why we’re always excited to open our campus to the community with sports, shows, and events that let you enjoy the Valpo experience with us. Check out what’s happening around campus below.

2025 Summer Events

June 1	Valpo Football Prospect Camp 1
June 2-August 8	Valpo Recreation and Well-Being Kids Camp
June 4-6	Valpo Youth Football Camp
June 5	Valpo Football Specialist/High Academic Camp
June 8	Valpo Football Prospect Camp 2
June 9-12	Valpo Men’s Basketball Mini Camp
June 9-12	Valpo Men’s Basketball School
June 9-12	Nike Swim Camp 1
June 16-18	Valpo Women’s Basketball Kids Camp
June 22	Women’s Basketball Elite Camp 1 and 2
June 22-28	Beacon Engineering Academy
June 22-July 20	Lutheran Summer Music
June 23-26	Valpo Men’s Basketball Academy
June 23-26	Nike Swim Camp 2
June 23-27	Beacon Summer Camp
July 7-9	Valpo Volleyball Beacon Skill Camp
July 15-17	Esports Summer Camp
July 26	Valpo Volleyball ID Camp 1
July 27	Valpo Volleyball ID Camp 2
August 16-19	Welcome Week
August 24	Women’s Basketball Elite Camp 1 and 2

Town and Gown

The Town & Gown Committee is composed of representatives from the City of Valparaiso and Valparaiso University. The formation of this working group is based on an intentional collaboration to build creative partnerships, strengthen city-university relations, and keep an engaged community.

Valpo Action Agenda for Racial Equity & Inclusion

Contact Us

Questions, comments, concerns? Please click on the feedback form below or contact:

Marie Foster-Bruns, MBA
Vice President for Advancement
marie.fosterbruns@valpo.edu

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Collaboratory

Partner with Valparaiso University’s brightest minds to tackle your industry’s toughest challenges. By joining the Collaboratory, you will gain access to cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary expertise, and a talent pipeline of future leaders ready to make an impact.

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City of Valparaiso

Wondering what’s happening beyond campus? The city of Valparaiso has many parks, entertainment venues, and year-round fun for people of all ages. Find inspiration and get involved!

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Valpo Strategic Plan Website

Campus Highlights

Athletics

Go Beacons! Whoever your favorite team is, athletic events are always more exciting with full stands and cheering fans. Get your gear on, grab some popcorn, and help cheer on our athletes as they fight for the win.

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Exploring Faith

Valparaiso University prides itself on its status as a premiere Lutheran institution, as well as being a space for all faiths to come together in celebration and dialogue. Members of the community are welcome to a variety of prayer events, services and discussions. Find out how you can explore your faith with Valparaiso University.

There are eight services a week, open to all, when classes are in session from August through May. Worship with us this Sunday morning at 10 a.m. And learn about upcoming Sundays.

All services at the Chapel of the Resurrection can be viewed at the Valpo Chapel YouTube page.

YouTube Chapel Page Worship Opportunities

Our Community, Our Experience

Valpo works hard to give back to our community because our community gives so much to Valpo. Getting away from campus to hang out at cafés, shop at boutiques, or experience all the wonderful things Valparaiso has to offer is a major part of what makes coming to Valparaiso University an experience that lasts a lifetime. Vicki Arevalo ’23 shared what she loves about the community in this segment of Amazon’s The College Tour.