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Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–8 p.m.Campus Café — 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Residence Hall Check-InCheck your Valpo email for housing, roommate, and move-in appointment information by early August. Plan to arrive on campus 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time to minimize the time you wait in line. Follow @ValpoResLife.

9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Fraternity and Sorority Resource Tables Harre Union, Chapel View LoungeEnjoy a free beverage with the Panhellenic and Interfraternity Councils and learn about membership. Follow @ValpoFSL.

1–5 p.m.Music Information Desk and Locker Checkout Center for the Arts, Locker AreaStudents playing in music department ensembles may check out lockers for a $10 refundable deposit or stop by the table with questions about music ensembles, auditions, and lessons. Additional locker checkout times available Thursday and Friday. Follow @Valpo_Arts.

Time to part ways Participating in Welcome Week events is important for students to connect quickly with new friends. Families should plan to depart campus before dinner so students can get to know their floormates at this evening’s dinner. Thank you for your hard work and support that made this day possible!

5–9 p.m. First-Year Residence Hall Floor MeetingsRequired for first-year students living on campus; check with your RA for details.

5–8 p.m.Floor Dinner Harre Union, Founders Table Take a break from unpacking to get to know your floormates during this casual dinner. Check with your RA to find out what time your floor is eating together.

6:30 p.m.Transfer Student Dinner Harre Union, Hearth Room Meet other transfers and get dinner together at Founders Table. Founders Table accepts OneCard meal plan swipes, cash, credit, debit, and Crusader Cash or you can bring your own dinner into the Hearth Room.

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Community and Academic Expectations SessionsBring your OneCard to swipe in for the chance to win Valpo gear prizes! Learn the things you need to know about what is expected of you both in and beyond the classroom now that you are a member of this community. Get helpful tips to get started at Valpo!

Find your group number based on the first letter(s) of your last name:Group 1 = Last Name begins with A through B; Group 2 = Last Name begins with C through E; Group 3 = F through Hi; Group 4 = Ho through Le; Group 5 = Li through M; Group 6 = N through Ri;Group 7 = Ro through S; Group 8 = T through Z

10:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Lunch Available All Dining LocationsDine-in or takeout available with meal plan swipe, dining dollars, cash, credit, debit, or Crusader Cash.

8:30 p.m. – MidnightLate Night with the OAs Lawn Between Brandt Hall and Harre UnionFor all commuter and residential first-year and transfer students: Your Orientation Assistants (OAs) host a variety of activities to relax and get to know new friends. Participate in Valpo traditions like Old Campus tours; play glow-in-the-dark volleyball, soccer, and other games; or just chill on the lawn. (Canceled if raining)

10 p.m.Celebrate! Harre Union, West LawnCelebrate! is worship and praise in a creative, laid-back style. Meet others in residence hall lobbies at 9:45 p.m. to walk to Celebrate! or come directly to the event. Follow @ValpoCelebrate. (Canceled if raining)

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–8 p.m.Campus Café — 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

8:45 a.m.Transfer Student Breakfast Harre Union, Hearth RoomMeet other transfers to get breakfast together at Founders Table before today’s sessions.

9 a.m.Commuter Student Welcome Neils Science Center, Room 234Kick off Welcome Week, attend today’s events together, and swap contact info! Commuter parking is available in Lots 14 and 15 by Harre Union.

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7:30 p.m.What’s DM? Harre Union, West LawnLearn about the biggest philanthropy event of the year, Dance Marathon, and how you can get involved! It’s all For The Kids #FTK! Follow @ValpoDM. (Canceled if raining)

9 p.m. UPClub Presents: Mentalist Chris Carter Harre Union, BallroomsBe prepared to have your mind blown by Valpo’s favorite mind reader! The show is repeated at 10:30 p.m. Sponsored by University Programming Council (UPC); follow @ValpoUPC.

9 p.m.UPClub Presents: Comedian Stephan Agyei Christopher Center, Community RoomStephan has the whitest teeth in Denver, and he’s funny too! Relax and enjoy the show! The show is repeated at 10:30 p.m. Sponsored by University Programming Council (UPC); @ValpoUPC.

10:30 p.m.UPClub Shows Repeated Mentalist in the Union Ballrooms, Comedian in Christopher Center

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3–6:30 p.m.Relax, Get Settled, Enjoy the AfternoonSettle into your room, play volleyball at the Brandt Hall sand court (weather permitting), nap, explore campus.

3:30 p.m.Christ College First-Year Class Meeting Christopher Center, Community RoomRequired for Christ College Students. The Christ College first-year class will gather for the first time! Follow @ValpoCC.

4:30–6 p.m.Get Connected Happy Hour Harre Union, Gandhi-King CenterMeet returning students from Alliance LGBTQIA+, Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition (AAPIC), Black Student Organization (BSO), and Latinx in Valparaiso for Excellence (LIVE), the student organizations housed in the Office of Multicultural Programs (OMP). Follow @ValpoAlliance, @AAPIC_Valpo, @BSO_Valpo, @Valpo_LIVE.

5:30–7:30 p.m.Welcome Picnic Harre Union, West LawnEnjoy a picnic on the lawn with new classmates. Please come to dinner at the following times:5:30 p.m. — Brandt Hall6:15 p.m. — Lankenau Hall and Commuter First-Year Students7 p.m. — Alumni Hall and Transfer StudentsCommuter first-year and all transfer students meet OAs on the Campus Café Patio (west side of Harre Union) to attend together. If it’s raining, the picnic is canceled but regular dinner will be available for meal plan or purchase in Founders Table and the Campus Café.

Where Can I Eat?There are three primary dining locations on campus. Each has different dine-in and takeout options so try them all! Residential students, swipe your OneCard at any location to use meal plan swipes or dining dollars declining balance to pay. Commuter students can either purchase a meal plan or pay with cash, credit, debit, or Crusader Cash at any dining location. To purchase a meal plan, commuters log into datavu.valpo.edu — Students Menu — Housing and Meal Plan Self-Service. Dining locations include:

Founders Table (Harre Union, 1st Floor)Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 5–8 p.m.Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 5–7 p.m.Closed for sanitizing 3–5 p.m. daily

Campus Café (Harre Union, 1st Floor)Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Saturday – Sunday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Grinders Coffee Shop (Christopher Center, 1st Floor)Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.Sunday: 1–11 p.m.

More details are at valpodining.catertrax.com. Follow @ValpoDining.

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11 a.m. and noonCollege of Engineering Meetings Harre Union, Ballroom CThis is a required event for all students studying engineering, pre-engineering, and exploratory engineering. Last Name starts with A–K: Attend at 11 a.m., eat lunch after the meetingLast Name starts with L–Z: Attend at noon, eat lunch before the meeting

Community and Academic Expectations Sessions, ContinuedFinish the sessions with your group. Bring your OneCard to swipe in for entry in drawings for Valpo gear prizes!

Friday, Aug. 14, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–8 p.m.Campus Café — 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

8:45 a.m.Transfer Student Breakfast Harre Union, Hearth RoomMeet other transfers to get breakfast together at Founders Table before today’s sessions.

9 a.m.Commuter Student Gathering Harre Union, 2nd FloorMeet other commuters in the lounges on the Union 2nd floor to attend today’s events together.

Community and Academic Expectations Sessions, ContinuedBring your OneCard to swipe in for the chance to win Valpo gear prizes! Continue the rest of the sessions this morning and this afternoon with your group from yesterday:


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3–6 p.m.Find Your Classrooms Campus Academic BuildingsFind your classrooms so you know where you are going next week. Classroom locations are listed on your official class schedule (log into datavu.valpo.edu — Students Menu — Class Schedule).

5–7:30 p.m.Dinner Available All Dining LocationsDine-in or takeout available with meal plan swipe, dining dollars, cash, credit, debit, or Crusader Cash.

8–10:30 p.m. Rock the ARC Athletics-Recreation CenterV-A-L-P-O! Let’s Go Valpo! Come dressed to play or swim and show off your Valpo school spirit! Enjoy various games, compete in laser tag, swim, and more all with a chance to win Valpo-themed prizes. Sponsored by Recreational Sports, University Programming Council (UPC), and Fraternity/Sorority Life. Follow @ValpoUPC, @ValpoRecSports, and @ValpoFSL.

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Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–7 p.m.Campus Café — 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — Closed

10:30 a.m.What Do I Bring to Class? Q&A with Professors Harre Union, Ballroom CFor Brandt and Alumni Residents: A panel of professors share their tips for succeeding in Valpo classes, advice for making the most of your Valpo experience, and answer questions you have about classes. This session is repeated at 11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.What Do I Bring to Class? Q&A with Professors Harre Union, Ballroom CFor Commuters, Transfers and Lankenau Residents: A panel of professors share their tips for succeeding in Valpo classes, advice for making the most of your Valpo experience, and answer questions you have about classes.

1:30–3:30 p.m. Rec Sports #DoWellBeWellLiveWell Guild Memorial, Sand Volleyball CourtsPlay sand volleyball, bags/cornhole, spikeball, and more! The volleyball courts are located down the hill from Guild Memorial Hall. Follow @ValpoRecSports. (Canceled if raining)

3:30–5:30 p.m. Fraternity and Sorority Meet and Greet Harre Union, West LawnWhat do fraternities and sororities offer you? Academic, career, community service, philanthropy, and leadership opportunities! Meet current members and learn more. Follow @ValpoFSL. (Rain site: Harre Union, Ballrooms)

4 p.m.MassSt. Teresa’s Catholic Student CenterMeet other Valpo students 15 minutes before Mass outside Lankenau Hall to walk over to “St. T’s” together. Follow @StTsValpo.

5:30–8 p.m.Floor Dinner Harre Union, Founders Table Get your floormates together for dinner. Commuter students who would like to eat dinner together on campus can meet in the Commuter Lounge (Union 230) at 6 p.m.

8 p.m.Movie Night Harre Union, West Lawn Bring your own blanket or lawn chair. Follow @ValpoUPC. (Rain site: Harre Union, Ballrooms)

Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–7 p.m.Campus Café — 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — Closed

8 a.m. and 11 a.m.MassSt. Teresa’s Catholic Student CenterMeet other Valpo students 15 minutes before Mass outside Lankenau Hall to walk over together. Follow @StTsValpo.

10 a.m. WorshipThe Chapel of the ResurrectionAll students are welcome to worship in the Chapel. Meet the Peer Ministers in residence hall lobbies at 9:30 a.m. to attend worship together. Follow @ValpoChapel

12–4 p.m.Need Supplies? Time to Shop and RestockNow is a good time to go to a store. Target and its surrounding stores are a half-mile walk east of campus, past Dairy Queen. Meijer and Walmart are also nearby by car. Or, ride the V-Line city bus for free by showing your OneCard when you board. The Brown Line bus stops at the Harre Union north entrance (route map and times: ci.valparaiso.in.us/982/Brown-Route).

5 p.m.Catholic Mass and Student Social St. Teresa’s Catholic Student CenterMeet other Valpo students 15 minutes before Mass outside Lankenau Hall to walk over together. Follow @StTsValpo.

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Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, continued7 p.m.Procession for Opening Convocation Outside the ARCThis event is required. Wear your Valpo apparel! All new students line up at the ARC to process into Opening Convocation as a group. (Canceled if raining)

7:30 p.m.Opening Convocation Brown Field This event is required. Valparaiso University officially kicks off a new academic year with this traditional ceremony. (Canceled if raining)

9 p.m.Candlelight Evening Prayer Chapel of the ResurrectionClose the day and reflect on the week ahead through moving music sung by candlelight. Meet others in your residence hall lobby at 9:45 p.m. to walk to Candlelight together or go directly to the Chapel. Follow @ValpoCandlelight.

Remember to check your class schedule on DataVU tonight as class locations may have changed.

Monday, Aug. 17, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–8 p.m.Campus Café — 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 8:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.

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9:50–10:10 a.m.Morning Prayer Chapel of the ResurrectionMorning Prayer is 20 minutes long every Monday–Friday classes are in session. It’s a different worship style each day. Try each day to see which styles fit you. Follow @ValpoChapel

4–6 p.m.Dunk Tank Harre Union, West LawnThrow your best shot at this fun, quick study break! This event is a fundraiser for Hilltop Neighborhood House, located next to campus, which provides a food pantry, childcare, and other services for those in need. Sponsored by Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity; follow @ValpoSigEp. (Canceled if raining)

6:30–7:30 p.m.Theatre Department Ice Cream Social Center for the Arts, University TheatreJoin current theatre students and faculty to learn about how you can be involved in Valpo’s vibrant theatre community! Valpo Theatre is open to all students, not just theatre majors! Follow @Valpo_Arts.

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020Dining hours are the same as Monday.

9:50–10:10 a.m.Morning Prayer Chapel of the Resurrection

5–7 p.m.Canvas Night Christopher Center, Community Room Join us for this UPC classic. We provide the paint, canvas, and instructor. You show your talent! Space is limited so this event is repeated on Thursday at 5 p.m. for those who cannot participate tonight.

Use a planner, calendar, or other organizational tool to make sure you are completing all of your reading and homework for classes.

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020Dining hours are the same as Monday.


8:30–10 p.m.Campus Ministries Kickoff Chapel of the ResurrectionGet to know all the different campus ministries! Meet people from different service, music, and Bible study groups.

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Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, continued10 p.m. Celebrate! Chapel of the ResurrectionCelebrate! contemporary worship and praise in a creative, laid-back style. Follow @ValpoCelebrate.

How is your class load? If it’s too heavy, contact your academic advisor about dropping a class. Find your advisor’s name and contact info by logging into starfish.valpo.edu.

Drop/Add deadline is noon on Monday (Aug. 24).

Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020Dining hours are the same as Monday.


4–6 p.m.Ultimate Frisbee Pick-Up Game Harre Union, East LawnEnjoy relaxing, outdoor fun with St. T’s Catholic Student Center. Follow @StTsValpo.

5–7 p.m.Canvas Night Christopher Center, Community Room Join us for this UPC classic. We provide the paint, canvas, and instructor. You show your talent! This is the same event as Tuesday night’s canvas night.

7:30 p.m.Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Fall Informational Harre Union, Brown and Gold Room 264All men interested in learning more about membership with Kappa Alpha Psi historically Black fraternity are encouraged to attend this event.

8–9:30 p.m.Jubilee Worship Campus Café Patio, West Side of Harre UnionCome learn songs of praise, discover InterVarsity Christian Fellowship’s passion for multiethnic communities focused on Jesus, and meet new friends.

Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–8 p.m.Campus Café — 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.


4–6 p.m.Sorority House Tours Meet at the Union Welcome DeskCurious about Valpo’s sororities? Visit the six sorority houses while learning about the academic, career, social, service, and philanthropic aspects of sorority life at Valpo. Follow @ValpoFSL.

8–11 p.m. Valpo After Dark Harre Union, West Lawn Celebrate the end of your first week of classes! Join UPC as we jump around on inflatables, eat free food, and rock out to live music! (Rain site: Harre Union, 2nd Floor)

Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–7 p.m.Campus Café — 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — Closed

8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Welcome Week Service Project I Meet Bus at the Union North DoorsService is central to Valpo’s mission. Valpo students complete hundreds of thousands of hours of service each year! Spend your morning in service outdoors at Gabis Arboretum. Roundtrip transportation and lunch provided. Register by going to valpo.edu/volunteer after July 20 to complete and submit the online form. Space is limited so sign up early! Sponsored by Volunteer Programs; follow @VolunteerValpo. (Postponed if raining)

3–6 p.m.Fall Block Party Outside Alumni and Lankenau HallsActivities, music, and more; join Residential Life in celebrating the start of a new year! (Canceled if raining)

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Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, continued4 p.m.MassSt. Teresa’s Catholic Student CenterMeet other Valpo students 15 minutes before Mass outside Lankenau Hall to walk over to “St. T’s” together. Follow @StTsValpo.

8 p.m.Bingo Night: College Survival Edition Harre Union, BallroomsGet ready to win college survival prizes! This isn’t your Grandma’s bingo. Sponsored by UPC.

Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020Dining Hours Today:Founders Table — 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; 5–7 p.m.Campus Café — 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Grinders Coffee Shop — 1–11 p.m.

10 a.m. Weekly Worship Chapel of the ResurrectionAll students are welcome to worship in the Chapel. Follow @ValpoChapel.

5 p.m. Student Mass and Social St. Teresa’s Catholic Student CenterEnjoy student Mass at St T’s followed by a delicious home-cooked Sunday dinner. Follow @StTsValpo.

9 p.m.Candlelight Evening Prayer Chapel of the ResurrectionClose the day, reflect on the week ahead, and connect with friends through moving music sung by candlelight. Follow @ValpoCandlelight.

Remember to take time to catch up on reading, studying and homework. Organize yourself for the week ahead.

Monday, Aug. 24, 20209:50 a.m.Morning Prayer Continues All Weekdays Chapel of the Resurrection

9:30 p.m.Social Action Leadership Team (SALT) Meeting Location, TBDThis Spirit-led social justice ministry of has yearly activities that include service projects, awareness and fundraising for a World Relief Campaign, and a whole lot of fun! Everyone is welcome! Follow @ValpoSalt.

Tuesday, Aug. 25, 20208 p.m.Talent Tuesday Harre Union, Campus Café Valpo’s got talent! It’s not your next TV show, it’s a weekly showcase of student talent on campus. Stop by every Tuesday classes are in session for bands, slam poetry, solo performers, and more! Follow @HarreUnion.

Thursday, Aug. 27, 20208 p.m.Trivia NightHarre Union, Campus Café Bring friends or come on your own to compete.

Friday, Aug. 28, 20208 p.m.Tournament NightHarre Union, “The Rack” Games RoomFriday nights are tourney nights at The Rack. Multiple tournaments per night including pool, shuffleboard, ping pong, and foosball. Get there early to sign up!

Saturday, Aug. 29, 20208:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Welcome Week Service Project II Meet Bus at the Union North DoorsSpend your morning in service outdoors at Gabis Arboretum. Roundtrip transportation and lunch provided. Register by going to valpo.edu/volunteer after July 20 to complete and submit the online form. Space is limited so sign up early! Sponsored by Volunteer Programs; follow @VolunteerValpo. (Postponed if raining)

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Your New AddressIf you live on campus, please check your mailbox in the Union every week. Student Mail Services handles mail and packages through mail units assigned to all students living on campus. Students keep the same mail unit as long as they reside on campus. Unit numbers and combinations are available for students at DataVU — “My Profile.”

Fine Arts AuditionsMusic AuditionsYou don’t need to be a music major to sing or play! Anyone interested in participating in music can stop by the Music Information Desk, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 1–5 p.m. in the Center for the Arts or email [email protected].

Theatre AuditionsIf you are interested in auditioning for one of the fall semester theatre productions, stop by the Theatre Information Desk, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 1–5 p.m. in the Center for the Arts or email [email protected].

Dance Ensemble AuditionsThe Dance Ensemble is open to all Valpo students. Dance styles include: classical ballet, modern, jazz, lyrical, tap, hip-hop, and musical theatre. If you want to audition for the Dance Ensemble, email [email protected].

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