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Purdue Women's Conference 2023

Come back home again—it’s been too long!

The Purdue Women’s Network is proud to present Purdue Women’s Conference 2023, to be held June 8–9 on the university’s flagship West Lafayette campus. At this annual event, women from around the world will gather to engage, connect, and grow within a supportive community of Purdue alumnae and friends. 

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SAVE THE DATE // JUNE 8–9

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SHAPE THE FUTURE

  • Event activities centralized at the historic Purdue Memorial Union
  • Discounted lodging options at the iconic Union Club Hotel
  • Three special guests, four keynote speakers, and 20 breakout sessions
  • Exclusive giveaways, including event T-shirts
  • Complimentary meals, including an at-the-ready nourishment hub (a big hit with last year’s attendees!)

MOTIVATE. UPLIFT. CONNECT.

The conference will feature more than 25 speakers, including five keynotes, and an exciting lineup of breakout sessions. Details about the cost to attend can be found on our pricing page. 

// Keynote Speakers //

DaVida L. Anderson

(LA’06)

Founder and Executive Director // Strong Sister, Silly Sister
CEO // DLA
Director of Student Care and Integrity // Carroll Community College

Wendy Baker

(T’95)

Vice President of Operations // BlueEQ

Michelle Gladieux

(HHS’93, MS T’95)

President // Gladieux Consulting

Sharon Hagle

CEO and Founder // SpaceKids Global

Virginia Jacko

(MS HHS’75)

President and CEO // Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
President // Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program
President and Founder // Miami Lighthouse Academy

Karen Korellis Reuther

(LA’79)

Advisor, Educator, and Activist // Harvard University

SPECIAL EVENT

The Purdue Women’s Network is hosting an exclusive relationships workshop at a private local residence from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 7.

During this special event, elite relationships coach Bela Gandhi, who has been featured on numerous popular shows, discusses her “smart” approach to all types of relationships. This workshop carries a separate cost of $20 for members of the Purdue Alumni Association, the John Purdue Club, and President’s Council and $25 for nonmembers.

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THE MISSION OF THE PURDUE WOMEN’S NETWORK

is to create a sisterhood that motivates, uplifts, and connects alumnae and other Purdue women now and for life. The annual Purdue Women’s Network conference draws Purdue women from all over the world who are interested in engaging and connecting with other women who share a love for the university.

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