International Networks support over 39,000 alumni and friends across the world in staying connected, getting involved, and giving back to Purdue University. Networks are led by Purdue International Alumni Ambassadors who serve as representatives of Purdue to their communities, organize and host events, and connect with alumni and friends in their area.
As a Purdue International Alumni Ambassador, you are an integral part of the success of your International Network. This website outlines the expectations, guidelines, and resources you need to lead an International Network.
Expectations
As network leaders, Purdue International Alumni Ambassadors are expected to do the following:
- Maintain communication with Purdue for Life Foundation staff
- Develop an Annual Plan including at least 2 annual events
- Complete Pre-Event Form no less than two weeks before event
- Complete Post-Event Form no less than two weeks after events
- Complete annual survey for feedback and award nominations
- Manage preferred social media platforms for network and include Purdue for Life Foundation staff as administrators on all platforms
- Assist with contact information updates on an ongoing basis
- Share responsibilities with at least 2 leaders, ideally with staggered terms to ease leadership transitions
- Comply with branding standards and guidelines
- Only utilize alumni data for network purposes
- Always use leadership role to support Purdue rather than for personal benefit
- Refer to your group as “Purdue Alumni Network of COUNTRY” (or city if multiple networks in country)
- Serve at the discretion of the network and Purdue for Life Foundation
Events
International Network events can be in any of the following categories:
- Social Connections – holiday parties, cultural events, lunches/dinners, happy hours
- Professional Development – networking events, industry/topical talks, expertise-sharing workshops
- Wellbeing – book club, exercise/sports club, mindfulness activities, academic lectures
- Community Service – group volunteering, community projects, Annual Day of Service
- Purdue Service – Recruitment fairs and connecting with prospective students & families, hosting visiting Purdue faculty and students, attending Purdue events in your area
- Virtual Connection – engaging alumni on social media platforms and other virtual spaces
Support
The Purdue for Life Foundation provides the following support:
- Purdue for Life Foundation staff contact and liaison with Purdue University
- Regular Purdue updates, opportunities, and resources
- Assistance connecting with alumni in your area including event marketing via email and social media
- Shipment of Purdue promotional items and décor for events
- Option to participate in on-campus Alumni Leader & Volunteer Conference and other alumni events
- Financial support for at least one annual network event, upon request and when available
For questions or concerns, email internationalalumni@purdueforlife.org.
Resources
- Pre-Event Form
- Post-Event Form
- Annual Plan Template
- Contact Update Form
- International Networks Website
- Alumni Events Website
- Short Purdue Trivia Video
- Purdue Trivia PowerPoint
- Digital Tools One-Pager
- International Admissions One-Pager
- International Engagement Event Photo Library
- Purdue International Alumni Ambassador Guide