ADMITTED STUDENT DAY WELCOME TO
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Welcome, future Beacon!
9 a.m. Check-In | Harre Union | Atrium
9:30 a.m. Welcome to Valparaiso University! | Harre Union | Ballrooms
10 a.m. STUDENTS: Meet your Future Classmates and Current Students Harre Union
GUESTS: Financial Aid Presentation Harre Union | Ballrooms
10:45 a.m. Meet Your Academic Dean
• College of Arts and Sciences | Harre Union | Ballrooms
• College of Business | Harre Union | Alumni Room
• College of Engineering | Harre Union | Brown and Gold Room
• College of Nursing and Health Professions | LeBien Hall | Room 108
11:30 a.m. STUDENTS: Academic Breakout Sessions
See your major’s or college’s activity on pages 6-7.
GUESTS: Campus Resource Open Houses
Explore different campus resources for Valpo students, learn about the services that these resources offer, and get your personal questions answered.
Center for Student Involvement | Harre Union First Floor Suite 100
CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELL-BEING
Campus Recreation and Well-Being at Valparaiso University provides comprehensive programming for holistic student, faculty, and staff wellness. With offices located throughout the campus Fitness Center, the department works to help create opportunities for informal recreation, competitive sport, fitness and group exercise, and wellness education.
OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL PROGRAMS
The mission of the Office of Multicultural Programs (OMP) is to foster and maintain a distinctive, compelling student experience that promotes leadership in creating an inclusive environment and the deep appreciation, education, and celebration of diverse cultures. Our goal is to promote multicultural education by offering leadership opportunities and identity exploration to underrepresented students. Our program is focused on increasing diversity and equity in student participation at Valparaiso University.
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT (CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS, FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE, PHILANTHROPY)
Valparaiso University is committed to offering a multitude of student activities and recognized organizations on campus. The Center for Student Involvement is located on the first floor of the Harre Union and is a welcoming place for students to gather and collaborate with their organizations.
VALPO ADVANCING LATINO EDUCATION (¡VALE!)
Valparaiso Advancing Latino Education (iVALE!) is a task force that was created to further the transformation of Valparaiso University into an institution where Latino students are given the support and climate they need to succeed. ¡VALE! oversees Valpo’s initiative to become a Hispanic-Serving Institution by focusing on improving the recruitment, service, and culture that impacts the Latino student experience at Valpo.
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Center for Career and Professional Development | Harre Union
Second Floor | Suite 200
CALLING AND SPIRITUAL LIFE
Calling and Spiritual Life promotes Valpo’s calling to produce graduates who will live lives of leadership and service. We do this by helping students reflect on their life calling, supporting the spiritual lives of students from all faith backgrounds, and fostering a caring and supportive community on campus. Our division is home to campus ministry, the Institute for Leadership and Service, church relations, and the Institute for Liturgical Studies. Our partners include St. Teresa’s Catholic Student Ministry, the Rifai Interfaith Institute, and the Lutheran Diaconal Association.
CAREER AND ALUMNI NETWORK
Our mission is to serve the needs of undergraduate, graduate, and MBA students from five different colleges and facilitate recruiting efforts for employers. Whether you’re a freshman just starting at Valpo, an alum, or an employer looking to hire talented Valpo students and graduates, our staff is here to assist you.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
Valparaiso University provides a variety of student employment opportunities which allow students to gain leadership, team building, and communication skills coupled with hands-on experience executing the daily operations and events and office operations on campus. Areas of employment for first-year students include but are not limited to: Harre Union, residential life, Christopher Center Library, information technology, campus recreation and well-being, undergraduate and graduate admission, parking and transportation, dining, and facilities management.
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
Study abroad facilitates international education opportunities for Valpo students with more than 20 semester- and year-long programs throughout Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa, with a number of shortterm, faculty-led programs running over recess periods.
Residential Life and Commuter Student Center | Harre Union Second Floor | Suite 230
ACCESS AND ACCOMMODATIONS RESOURCE CENTER
The Access and Accommodations Resource Center works in partnership with Valparaiso University faculty and staff to provide appropriate academic adjustments and/ or reasonable accommodations to qualified students with properly documented disabilities. We seek to ensure that all aspects of student life are accessible, equitable, and inclusive of individuals with disabilities.
COUNSELING CENTER
The Counseling Center offers a broad range of preventative, remedial, and developmental services to the Valparaiso University community. Our mission is to promote the psychological well-being of students so as to enhance their healthy decision-making and overall functioning. The Counseling Center assists students in overcoming personal issues that may negatively impact their ability to be successful and to make the most out of their experience at Valparaiso University.
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
The Student Health Center provides professional, confidential healthcare, and educational wellness programs for full -time students. Located on the first floor of the Promenade East building, the Student Health Center serves all students to ensure their health and wellness while on campus.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
The Office of Residential Life works to provide safe and comfortable living and learning communities. We intentionally design programs, services, and leadership opportunities to foster an environment conducive to achieving academic goals, personal growth, and the development of community.
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Harre Union | Brown and Gold Room
Connect with an Admission Counselor
Meet with an admission counselor to ask your general Valparaiso University, admission, financial aid, and next steps questions and to submit your deposit (if you are ready).
12:30 p.m. Next Steps to Becoming a Beacon | Harre Union | Ballrooms
All of the following sessions are optional. You can choose as many or as few of the sessions that fit your interests. Please note the start time for your session(s) of interest.
1 p.m. Lunch at Founders Table
Dining services will be available outside of Founders Table for any questions about dining options.
Sessions
BLOOM SCHOLARS PROGRAM | HARRE UNION
VICTORY BELL ROOM
The Bloom Scholars Program is designed to academically, socially, and culturally prepare a cohort of newly admitted first-year students for life at Valparaiso University and beyond. The Bloom Scholars Program will be a multi-year model that provides an academic foundation, beginning with a four-week intensive summer bridge meant to seamlessly transition participants into their first semester at the University.
INDIVIDUAL FINANCIAL AID CONVERSATIONS
HARRE UNION BALLROOM A
Sign up for individual financial aid conversations in Ballroom A.
1:30 p.m. Sessions
ACCESS COLLEGE FOR SUCCESS | HARRE UNION
HERITAGE ROOM
For students and their families invited to participate in the Access College for Success.
CHRIST COLLEGE — THE HONORS COLLEGE
HARRE UNION BROWN AND GOLD ROOM
For students and their families, whether you are just learning about Christ College or if you have been invited to, admitted to, or committed to Christ College – The Honors College, join us to learn about the program, its advantages, and more.
INTERNATIONAL PASTRIES WITH PROFESSORS
DISMISSED FROM HARRE UNION BALLROOMS TO ARTS AND SCIENCES BUILDING ROOM 240
Learn how language and culture study can boost your opportunities beyond college no matter your major. Hosted by Department of World Languages and Cultures professors.
MUSIC AT VALPO | DISMISSED FROM HARRE UNION BALLROOMS
TO CENTER FOR THE ARTS LOBBY
Learn about the variety of ways you can continue your music involvement at Valpo, regardless of your major, while seeing Valpo music practice and performance spaces with professors or current students.
TOURS
DISMISSED FROM HARRE UNION BALLROOMS
Athletic and Fitness Center (ARC) Tour
Campus Tour
Esports Lab Tour
Office of Multicultural Programs
Brave Space and ¡VALE! Conversation
Residence Hall Tour
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Academic Breakout Sessions
College of Arts and Sciences (Red)
Biology
Cadaver Lab Tour
Neils Science Center
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Research Opportunity Discussion and Lab Tour Center for the Sciences
Communication, Digital Media, Art
Interactive Media Organization or Sirko Makerspace Activities
Schnabel Hall
Computer Science and Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, and Data Science
Lab and Project Space Tour and Experience
Meier Hall
Economics, Political Science and International Relations, and Sociology and Criminology
Learning and Professional Development Panel
Arts and Sciences Building
Education
Creating Student Vision Boards (If secondary education, go to the session for your teaching field.)
Wesemann Hall
English
Demonstration and Discussion on Narrative and Games
Arts and Sciences Building
Exploratory/Undecided
Exploratory Program Discussion and Q&A
Arts and Sciences Building
Geography and Environmental Science
Drone Demonstration of Environmental Mapping
Kallay-Christopher Hall
History and Philosophy and Theology
History in Action and Campus Ministry-Focus
Archives Activity
Christopher Center Library
Meteorology
Radiosonde (Weather Balloon) Launch
Kallay-Christopher Hall
Music
Hands-On Music Workshop
Center for the Arts
Physics and Astronomy
Remote Telescope Operation and Lab Activity
Neils Science Center
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Psychology
Can I Believe My Eyes? Examining Memory and Perception Fun and Conversation
Arts and Sciences Building
Social Work
Social Work Topics Conversation with Professors and Current Students
Wesemann Hall
World Languages and Cultures/ French, German, Spanish, Global Studies
Global Quiz Bowl Activity and Careers Presentation
Arts and Sciences Building
College of Business (Yellow)
College of Business
Hands-On Business Challenge
Urschel Hall
College of Engineering (Green)
College of Engineering
Lab Demonstrations
Gellersen Engineering and Mathematics Center
College of Nursing and Health Professions (Blue)
Nursing
Simulation Lab Experience
LeBien Hall
Exercise Science, Healthcare Leadership, Health Science, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Public Health
Envision Your Future with Current Students
LeBien Hall Annex B
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Continue connecting with other admitted Valpo students before coming to FOCUS through Valpo’s community on the ZeeMee app or by following @ValpoAdmission on Instagram! #GoValpo SEE YOU AT FOCUS , NEW-STUDENT ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION, IN JUNE! valpo.edu/FOCUS zeemee.com