University Programming Council
What You’ll Find at UPC Events
Looking for something to do? Well, you came to the right place! University Programming Council (UPC) is the student programming arm at the university! We are responsible for providing large scale events during Welcome Week, Homecoming, as well as things like Songfest, Movie Nights, and Valpo Vibes. Any given night you can expect to see a movie, bingo or trivia night, an illusionist, comedian, or inflatable game event sponsored by UPC!
We make the fun happen!
Meet the UPC Team
Executive Team Members
University Programming COuncil
Join Our Team
So you want to help make the fun happen? Great – we have tons of ways for someone to join the UPC team! Take a look below to see the three different ways you can join UPC. There is no previous experience required, if you are new to UPC or event planning we recommend you take a look at our committee and event assistant roles!
Executive Board Positions
Responsible for providing oversight and direction to the council. Works closely with each executive board position to ensure that chairpersons are fulfilling their roles. This position works to ensure UPC is fulfilling its mission, vision, and yearly goals. The president will develop and implement a member development plan for the year for both the executive board and general members. This position is responsible for the overall financial management of the organization, relationship with Student Senate & University administration, and the completion of all necessary paperwork.
Each committee will have a Vice President who organizes biweekly meetings and ensures all functions of their committee are executed. Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and member experience of for their assigned committee. This includes tracking recruitment and retention efforts throughout the year, providing team bonding opportunities, and presentation of information about UPC at university events. These positions will work closely with all committee members to ensure that chair positions are filled. The Vice Presidents will work closely with the President and Advisor to provide leadership and membership development.
Rental Equipment
The Harre Union now manages all of the equipment that was formerly the UPC sound equipment. You can work with the Union Reservation office to obtain that for your events.
We still have some food equipment available for rent. Please fill out this form in order to use our rental equipment for your event!
Here is a complete list outlining our rental equipment:
- Cotton Candy Machine
- Popcorn Machine
- Snow Cone Machine
