About the Guild

Mission Statement:

The Valparaiso University Guild enhances the student experience while exemplifying the University’s ideals of scholarship, freedom, and faith.

Vision Statement:

The Valparaiso University Guild seeks to be a vibrant, self-sustaining non-profit corporation of members whose collective efforts result in awarding grants and scholarships and providing service that affects all students during their journey of vocational discovery at Valparaiso University and whose personal values inspire others to join the Guild’s philanthropic efforts.

Members

Guild members are alumni, parents, employees and friends of the University. The Guild has 700 members nationwide who are dedicated to serving Valpo students. Members work independently or in groups to serve, fundraise and promote Valparaiso University.

History

In 1931, women associated with VU met on campus and decided to create a national organization called the National Women’s Committee of the Lutheran University Association, which was the precursor to the Valparaiso University Guild. The Guild was formed as an independent group organized to serve the University.  Students have appreciated the tender loving care the Guild provides through cakes, care packages, and cards.

In May 2006, members met on campus to celebrate the organization’s 75th anniversary and approve a new structure for the organization. The new structure is designed to better meet the needs of Valpo students and modern volunteers (female and male!).

It is because of the students, the Guild exists. Members are motivated by the scholarships, grants and service that can be done to enhance the student experience.