Call for Speakers

Join us in Chicago as a speaker for Purdue Women’s Conference 2025, and empower other women. The mission of our annual conference is to create a sisterhood that motivates, inspires, uplifts, and connects alumnae and other Purdue women. We are seeking speakers who resonate with the conference mission, foster ideas that encourage growth, and challenge others to live purposeful lives.

If you are a Purdue alumna or friend of the university, please consider submitting an application to speak. To be considered, you must complete the application by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 15.

SAVE THE DATE // JUNE 12–13

Chicago Awaits—Connect with Boilermaker Women!

The Purdue Women’s Network invites you to join us in downtown Chicago for Purdue Women’s Conference 2025, where women will gather to motivate, uplift, and connect within a supportive community of Purdue alumnae and friends.

$299 for nonmembers
$249 for employees and students from all Purdue campuses and Purdue Global and members of the Purdue Alumni Association, the John Purdue Club, President’s Council, or our Parents & Families Club

Event activities centralized in the Loop neighborhood at Convene 311 W Monroe
Discounted lodging options at the Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop within walking distance of Convene
Six keynote presentations and 14 breakout sessions
Exclusive giveaways, including a bracelet with a custom Purdue charm
Complimentary meals, including an at-the-ready nourishment hub (a big hit with past attendees!)

Registration opens Saturday, March 8, so mark your calendar and get ready to sign up early because space is limited. The registration deadline is Thursday, May 29.

If you already plan on attending and wish to stay at the Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop, you can book your room today!

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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
Five keynote speakers and 20 breakout sessions
Exclusive Purdue Women’s Conference bracelet with a 2024 charm
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.

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Preconference Special Event

The Purdue Women’s Network is hosting a networking gathering at the bar in the lobby of the Union Club Hotel from 6 to 10 p.m. on June 16.

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet and connect with Purdue women before the conference begins. Light refreshments will be provided.

Registration has closed for this event.

The Purdue Women’s Network is hosting a networking gathering at the Boiler Up Bar in the Purdue Memorial Union from 6 to 10 p.m. on June 16.

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet and connect with Purdue women before the conference begins. Attendees are responsible for their own food and drinks.

Registration has closed for this event.

THE MISSION OF THE PURDUE WOMEN’S NETWORK

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