Valpo in Minneapolis

Join fellow Valpo alumni and friends for a special evening at the historic Turnblad Mansion as we welcome Valparaiso University's 20th President, Rev. Brian Konkol, Ph.D., to the Twin Cities! Rev. Konkol will share his vision for the University's future, and we hope you'll be part of the conversation.

Event Details + Schedule
Date | Monday, July 20, 2026
Time | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location | American Swedish Institute, Turnblad Mansion, 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Cost | $10.00

Parking Info | Free parking is available in ASI’s surface parking lot located at 27th Street and Park Avenue. Accessible parking spaces are located on the east side of the lot. Buses and large trailers are not permitted in the parking lot. When the lot is full, unmetered street parking is available on most blocks surrounding ASI. 

Public transportation | Metro Transit Bus routes 5 and 11 stop a few blocks from ASI. Visit the Metro Transit website to plan your trip.

For additional parking details, please click here.

We hope that you will be able to join us! Please RSVP by July 8, 2026. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Office of Alumni Engagement at 219.464.5142 or email us at alumni@valpo.edu. 

5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Cocktails + Mansion Exploration
The evening begins with hosted cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres as you reconnect with classmates and friends. Guests will have full access to explore the magnificent Turnblad Mansion.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | President's Address + Q&A
We'll move to Paulson Hall for a presentation from Rev. Konkol on his vision for Valparaiso University, followed by an open Q&A session.

7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Toast + Dessert
Raise a glass for a bubbly toast, coffee, and dessert, and continue conversation as the evening winds down.

We hope you'll join us for this memorable evening celebrating the Valpo community in Minneapolis!

Unable to join us in person? Consider supporting Valparaiso University by making a gift.