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.
2024 Summer Events
| June 30 – July 28 | Lutheran Summer Music |
| July 22–25 | Junior Skills Basketball Camp (Grades K–3) |
| July 22–25 | Player Development Basketball Camp (Grades 2–8) |
| July 22–28 | Lutheran Summer Music Festival Week |
| July 23–24 | Valpo Esports Summer Camp (Grades 7–12) |
| July 28 | Volleyball Camp (Grades 9–12) |
2024 Fall Events
| August 24 | Elite Basketball Camp (Grades 9–12) |
| August 27 | Music Showcase Recital |
| August 30 | 2nd Annual Alumni 5k |
| September 12–14 | Welcome Back Weekend |
| October 4–6 | Homecoming and Family Weekend |
| October 5 | Homecoming Lutheran Hymn Festival |
Town and Gown
Contact Us
Kelly Anthony,
Assistant Vice President of External Relations
Kelly.Anthony@valpo.edu
219.464.6700
Local Involvement
City of Valparaiso
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.
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.
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.