Presidential Inauguration of Rev. Brian E. Konkol, Ph.D.

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As a community grounded in scholarship, freedom, and faith, we gather to mark a new chapter in the life of Valparaiso University and to celebrate the shared calling that unites us.

Please join us for the inauguration of Rev. Brian E. Konkol, Ph.D., as the 20th president of Valparaiso University.

Following the ceremony, all guests are invited to continue the festivities at a community celebration and casual dinner.

We kindly ask that you complete the form below to let us know if you will be joining us. Please RSVP by Friday, September 18.

Event Details
Inauguration Ceremony
Date | Friday, September 25, 2026
Time | 3 p.m.
Location | Chapel of the Resurrection
Address | 1600 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Community Celebration
Date | Friday, September 25, 2026
Time | Immediately following the inauguration ceremony
Location | Harre Union West Lawn
Address | 1509 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383

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HIDDEN: Registrant Number First Name Last Name Email Address Affiliation Please check if any of these apply to you: Please check if any of these apply to you: Academic delegate or faculty Valpo faculty or staff member Government or community official Institution or organization name Valparaiso University Title Title Are you a delegate for your university? Are you a delegate for your university? Yes No Will you participate in the academic procession in regalia? Will you participate in the academic procession in regalia? Yes No Will you also be serving as a delegate for another institution or organization in addition to Valparaiso University? Will you also be serving as a delegate for another institution or organization in addition to Valparaiso University? Yes No Please provide the name of the other institution or organization. Please tell us which events you plan to attend. Please tell us which events you plan to attend. Friday, September 25 at 03:00 PM - Inauguration CeremonyFull Friday, September 25 at 04:30 PM - Community CelebrationFull

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