2025 IMPACT REPORT

The next giant leap starts here.

2025 IMPACT REPORT

The next giant leap starts here.

I’m Julie Dussliere, president and CEO of the Purdue for Life Foundation and a 1994 Liberal Arts graduate. I’m pleased to welcome you to our 2025 impact report. My time as a student-athlete at Purdue left a lasting impression on me and solidified my deep commitment to our university. Through the years, I’ve remained connected to Purdue through memberships in the Purdue Alumni Association, President’s Council, and the John Purdue Club.

Purdue holds a special place in my heart, and after 20-plus years championing U.S. Olympic and Paralympic sports, it’s an honor to now contribute to the university daily through my role with the foundation.

Purdue for Life is the cornerstone for engagement, development, and stewardship at Purdue. We offer a variety of ways to get involved—including through region-based clubs, affinity networks, volunteering and mentoring opportunities, alumni living, travel, and lifelong learning.

Thank you to everyone—alumni, faculty, staff, retirees, students, parents and families, friends, fans, and our corporate and foundation partners—for another year of giant leaps.

I’m inspired and energized to take part in the university’s next giant leap with “Victories & Heroes: Your Campaign for Purdue,” the largest fundraising and engagement initiative in Purdue history. We invite the support of our entire Purdue family—every gift, no matter the size, will fuel the campaign and expand opportunities for generations to come.

With more than 600,000 alumni and loyal supporters standing with us, the momentum behind this campaign will only continue to grow. It’s great to see the passion Boilermakers have for the Old Gold and Black.

Boiler Up!

Julie Dussliere

President and CEO, Purdue for Life Foundation

I’m Julie Dussliere, president and CEO of the Purdue for Life Foundation and a 1994 Liberal Arts graduate. I’m pleased to welcome you to our 2025 impact report. My time as a student-athlete at Purdue left a lasting impression on me and solidified my deep commitment to our university. Through the years, I’ve remained connected to Purdue through memberships in the Purdue Alumni Association, President’s Council, and the John Purdue Club.

Thank you to everyone—alumni, faculty, staff, retirees, students, parents and families, friends, fans, and our corporate and foundation partners—for another year of giant leaps.

Julie Dussliere

President and CEO, Purdue for Life Foundation

The Purdue for Life Foundation—created in 2020 by uniting the Purdue Alumni Association and the University Development Office—helps people who love Purdue stay connected, get involved, and give back. We bring together organizations you know well—including the Purdue Alumni Association, President’s Council, and the John Purdue Club—and add even more ways for you to engage.

Scroll on to discover how a year of small steps and giant leaps is making a lasting impact for all Boilermakers and ensuring Purdue grows ever stronger.

Thank you for all you do to advance Purdue.

President Mung Chiang officially launched “Victories & Heroes: Your Campaign for Purdue” on February 15, 2025. The five-year comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $4 billion by early 2030.

“Victories & Heroes” will accelerate the growth of Purdue’s endowment while focusing on the university’s four strategic initiatives—its comprehensive urban expansion in Indianapolis, the Mitch Daniels School of Business, Purdue Computes, and One Health—as well as Purdue Athletics and other key areas.

The “Victories & Heroes” theme is inspired by Purdue’s fight song, “Hail Purdue!” The lyrics, written in 1912 by student James Morrison, include a line celebrating “your vict’ries and your heroes.”

In addition to regional events hosted by President Chiang, the university will hold a campus launch on October 24, 2025. Visit purdue.edu/campaign/rsvp to learn more and register your interest for this special event.

STAY CONNECTED

We offer exciting ways for alumni, friends, and fans to show their love for the Old Gold and Black.

Homecoming // Nearly 10,000 Boilermakers of all ages made their giant leap back to campus for Homecoming 2024, enjoying a festive lineup of activities.

Boilermaker Ball // The 17th annual Boilermaker Ball was a swingin’ soiree, raising $57,300 for the Purdue Scholarship Fund.

Academic Success Building Groundbreaking // More than 200 attendees, including local and state leaders, gathered in the Circle City to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Academic Success Building—set to be the centerpiece of Purdue’s Indianapolis location.

Grandparents University // More than 1,000 alumni, friends, and future Boilermakers created lasting memories over two weekends of Grandparents University, which featured 32 majors and nine field trips.

JUST A CLICK AWAY

Purdue for Life is streamlining communications to spotlight all the exciting ways to engage with Purdue and encourage support through private giving. From our award-winning Purdue Alumnus digital magazine to Boiler UPdate—which arrives in your inbox on the first of every month—we make sure the news and stories you care most about are always just a click away.

Enhanced systems now seamlessly connect alumni, friends, fans, and partners across the Purdue ecosystem, uniting all touchpoints for a more integrated experience. In the past year, 2,215 new users logged in to the Purdue for Life portal, and the number of donors accessing endowment reports in the portal rose from 24% in October 2024 to 43% in April 2025. As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, we’re committed to adopting innovative solutions with a focus on security and responsible practices, ensuring we remain both leading edge and conscientious in our approach.

YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME

Located in Room 102 of Stewart Center—right in the heart of campus—the Boilermaker Station Welcome Center is the main hub for welcoming alumni and fans as well as prospective students, serving as the launching point for all admissions tours.

Boilermaker Station’s photo booth is a popular attraction, offering free professional headshots to students, faculty, staff, and alumni. With nearly 7,800 sessions in the past year, the photo booth plays a major role in enhancing visitor engagement.

We welcomed more than 48,000 visitors last year!

GET INVOLVED

No matter where you live, what your interests are, or what stage of life you’re in, we’re here to help you grow. Refine your skills by learning something new, build your network by joining a club, and expand your friend group by exploring the world with fellow Boilermakers.

Alumni Clubs // Our 60+ regional clubs connect alumni, friends, and fans throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. These groups create programming and experiences that enhance engagement in a variety of ways:

Social
Professional
Intellectual
Service
Scholarship and Student Recruitment

Affinity Networks // Our 12 affinity networks—some with multiple chapters—connect like-minded Boilermakers to actively engage around a central purpose, mission, background, or activity beyond class affiliation, school, or regional proximity.

Together with 150 volunteer leaders, affinity networks organized more than 100 events that reached thousands of Purdue alumni around the globe.

This year, we onboarded volunteer leaders for five of our networks and launched a mentorship program for four of them.

In November 2024, the Purdue Alumni Medical Network supported the One Health Alumni Reunion, which brought together more than 150 medical professionals for three days of networking, keynotes, and courses. The medical network launched in April 2024.

In May, the Purdue Women’s Network hosted its third annual women’s trip. This year, travelers enjoyed a seven-night cruise around the Mediterranean. And in June, the network held the sixth annual Purdue Women’s Conference in Chicago. The event featured more than 20 speakers and more than 175 attendees.

Alumni Travel // Our travel program allows Purdue alumni and friends to explore the world with us. This year, over 50 trips with more than 500 travelers took Boilermakers on both domestic and international journeys and generated nearly $200,000 in direct support of Purdue for Life programs.

Many of our trips are hosted by Purdue faculty, staff, and alumni who accompany the group for the entire excursion, helping travelers connect with local alumni, each other, and the university. In January, Drew (S’89, MS S’91, HDR’18) and Indira (MS HHS’91) Feustel, Purdue Presidential Ambassadors, hosted a 16-day tour to Peru and Ecuador. And in May, Julie Dussliere (LA’94), president and CEO of Purdue for Life, hosted a nine-night trip to Malta and Sicily.

“To be able to visit extremely special places like Machu Picchu and the Galápagos was a dream come true. To be able to visit with a group of phenomenal Boilermakers and incredibly personable and knowledgeable guides is next level.”

—Drew and Indira Feustel

International Engagement // Our international networks connect alumni, friends, and fans in more than 90 cities outside the United States. Led by more than 180 international alumni ambassadors, these networks engaged more than 1,200 participants at over 100 social, professional, and service activities this past year.

Thirty alumni and 66 students participated in an international mentorship program, which allowed alumni to share their time and talent with students. Alumni mentor and ambassador John Laramore (PG’23) shared, “One key takeaway was the importance of flexibility—that is, adapting mentorship conversations to meet the unique goals and needs of each mentee.”

The alumni network in Singapore partnered with President’s Council to host a reception at alumna Kwan Tan’s (LA’72) culinary institute.

And in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the alumni network organized over a dozen events this year.

Lifelong Learning // We believe learning doesn’t end with a diploma—it’s a lifelong journey. The Purdue for Life Foundation is dedicated to offering personal and professional learning opportunities that extend beyond campus. Our programs give alumni, friends, and fans the chance to grow, achieve, and connect with the larger Purdue family in person or online.

In partnership with Purdue Global, Purdue’s online programs, and campus partners, we offer a wide variety of learning options. This year, we increased our online courses to over 525, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether through in-person workshops, self-paced courses, certification programs, or even earning your MBA, we’re here to support your continuous growth.

Volunteerism // Volunteerism is an essential component of our mission, and we encourage all alumni, friends, and fans of Purdue to volunteer in ways that are meaningful to them.

Each year, Purdue Day of Service gives Boilermakers an opportunity to branch out and connect with each other, the university, and nature. Since the program began in 2021, there have been six events, with over 900 trees planted. More than 150 volunteers took part in our fall and spring events, helping to keep our West Lafayette location beautiful.

Student and Recent Graduate Programs // We prepare students for life after college by connecting them to alumni for mentoring and professional development and by organizing events that mirror the alumni engagement experience. Our largest student program is PASE, the Purdue Alumni Student Experience, which offers exclusive discounts, gear, and programming for a onetime fee.

Over 2,500 new members joined PASE in 2024–25.

With over 8,000 members, it continues to be the largest student organization at Purdue University.

The PASE mentoring program continues to thrive, with 461 one-on-one matches facilitating meaningful connections between students and mentors.

The Caps-Off Celebration events commemorate the winter and spring graduating classes. In 2024, 840 graduates and their guests attended the events, raising more than $6,300 for the Purdue Scholarship Fund.

Social
Professional
Intellectual
Service
Scholarship and Student Recruitment

This year, we onboarded volunteer leaders for five of our networks and launched a mentorship program for four of them.

The alumni network in Singapore partnered with President’s Council to host a reception at alumna Kwan Tan’s (LA’72) culinary institute.

And in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the alumni network organized over a dozen events this year.

In partnership with Purdue Global, Purdue’s online programs, and campus partners, we offer a wide variety of learning options. This year, we increased our online courses to over 525, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether through in-person workshops, self-paced courses, certification programs, or even earning your MBA, we’re here to support your continuous growth.

Volunteerism // Volunteerism is an essential component of our mission, and we encourage all alumni, friends, and fans of Purdue to volunteer in ways that are meaningful to them.

Over 2,500 new members joined PASE in 2024–25.

With over 8,000 members, it continues to be the largest student organization at Purdue University.

The PASE mentoring program continues to thrive, with 461 one-on-one matches facilitating meaningful connections between students and mentors.

The Caps-Off Celebration events commemorate the winter and spring graduating classes. In 2024, 840 graduates and their guests attended the events, raising more than $6,300 for the Purdue Scholarship Fund.

GIVE BACK

All of us on campus know the best is still to come for our university—because of you. You represent everything it means to be a Boilermaker. You believe in the power of Purdue and in the possibilities ahead of us. And you know that every gift is important, and every dollar makes a difference.

A chart of student support from FY15 to FY24

Student Support // In 2014–15, Purdue raised $67.7 million for student support. In 2024–25, that amount increased to $119.1 million—this represents a 29% annual growth rate in private support for scholarships, fellowships, and student programming.

BOILERMAKERS AROUND THE WORLD MADE OUR 12TH PURDUE DAY OF GIVING OUR LOUDEST AND PROUDEST “ALL HAIL!” YET.

Amount Raised: $105.1 million
Number of Gifts: 36,875
20 gifts of $1 million or more
Alumni Class with Most Money Raised Online: 1985
Alumni Class with Most Money Raised Offline: 1999
Alumni Class with Most Gifts: 2023
Young alumni (2014–24) accounted for 8% of online gifts

Purdue Day of Giving’s cumulative total since its launch in 2014 is $602.1 million.

BOILERMAKERS AROUND THE WORLD MADE OUR 12TH PURDUE DAY OF GIVING OUR LOUDEST AND PROUDEST “ALL HAIL!” YET.

Amount Raised: $105.1 million
Number of Gifts: 36,875
20 gifts of $1 million or more
Alumni Class with Most Money Raised Online: 1985
Alumni Class with Most Money Raised Offline: 1999
Alumni Class with Most Gifts: 2023
Young alumni (2014–24) accounted for 8% of online gifts

Purdue Day of Giving’s cumulative total since its launch in 2014 is $602.1 million.

Purdue Alumni Association memberships help Boilermakers stay connected, gain access to exclusive discount programs, and support the university.

Total Memberships // 44,474

Annual Memberships // 2,656
Life Memberships // 35,159

President’s Council represents the heart of private giving at Purdue. Annual membership begins with a gift of $1,000. In the past year, the council made a significant impact across campus through gifts supporting students, faculty, facilities, and Athletics.

Offering exclusive events and opportunities to connect with individuals who are passionate about Purdue, President’s Council serves as a gateway for those who want a deeper engagement with the university. President’s Council members represent a tradition of support that ensures Purdue’s ongoing excellence and inspires others to make an impact that helps grant opportunities and transform lives.

Annual Weekend // More than 700 Boilermakers gathered to celebrate President’s Council Annual Weekend in the fall. Through Back to Class sessions, they learned about the impactful work Purdue faculty and staff are doing on campus and beyond.

Naples // In February, 444 President’s Council members joined us for Purdue for Life’s Annual Week in the Sunshine State. Highlights included breakfast with university deans, engaging Back to Class sessions, a game watch for the men’s basketball team, and the announcement of Purdue’s most ambitious fundraising and engagement campaign yet. Over six days, more than 700 Boilermakers and friends took part in 36 memorable events.

John Purdue Club (JPC)—the fundraising and alumni engagement organization of Purdue Athletics—enjoyed a successful year raising essential funds to cover the tuition, room and board, book, and academic support costs of the university’s more than 500 student-athletes. Gifts to JPC also help improve facilities, and annual membership begins with a gift of $200.

Priority points // This year, JPC expanded its priority points program to recognize giving to non-Athletics areas across Purdue. This change strengthens alignment with the university’s mission and encourages broader philanthropic impact from members.

Forging Ahead // The Forging Ahead campaign officially concluded after surpassing its $18.69 million goal, delivering transformational support across Purdue Athletics. Donor generosity fueled scholarships, operational priorities, and strategic enhancements that continue to elevate all 18 Boilermaker programs.

Capital projects // Two major donor-funded facilities officially opened this fiscal year: the Purdue Athletics Dining Facility and the Pete Dye Clubhouse at Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex. Both projects reflect Purdue’s ongoing investment in holistic student-athlete development and were made possible through the generosity of JPC members.

Established through a partnership with Purdue Athletics and Purdue Student Life, the Purdue Parents & Families Club is a way for parents and families to access a variety of unique Purdue experiences that help build deeper connections. This organization also increases available resources to enhance the campus experience for more than 41,000 students each year. Participants receive a John Purdue Club membership, invitations to special events, discounts at select local restaurants and businesses, access to tickets and parking on game days, and more.

Introduced in 2024, Pete’s Pets Club offers alumni, friends, and fans the opportunity to purchase an annual $35 membership for their dog or cat—or for someone else’s pet—in support of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Priority 4 Paws shelter medicine program and Purdue Athletics. Members receive an exclusive Purdue-themed membership kit.

More than 600 furry friends joined the club in its inaugural year.

LEADERSHIP GIFTS

The Principal Gifts team partners with academic leadership to identify and execute strategic funding initiatives for presidential, board, unit, and interdisciplinary priorities and transformational giving initiatives. The team works to maximize donor impact on advancing Purdue’s overall mission.

Blueprints for brilliance. » Jeff (ECE’80) and Edie (HHS’80) Fisher gave $10 million to create the Fisher Hub for Innovation, Ventures, and Entrepreneurship in the College of Engineering. Their gift will provide a space for student ideation, teamwork, and creation as well as fund an annual high-profile pitch competition that will nurture a culture of creativity, connection, and innovation among engineering students.

A foundation for discovery. » Greg (P’99) and Amy Baker have launched the Center for Health Analytics and Therapeutic Intelligence in the College of Pharmacy with a $20 million gift. The center will leverage real-world data, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics to revolutionize the way medications are studied, evaluated, and applied—driving smarter, optimized, and more equitable therapeutic decisions for individuals and populations.

Fueling the future. » The School of Industrial Engineering was named the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering following $25 million in philanthropic commitments from John (IE’71, HDR ’06) and Fran Edwardson. Their gift will provide endowments for undergraduate students, graduate fellowships, and eight new faculty professorships, as well as discretionary funding for the school’s head. Already a top-two program in the country, Industrial Engineering now has crucial strategic funding to attract and retain top talent to the school.

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Foundation Relations // The Office of Foundation Relations helps identify growth opportunities for Purdue and surrounding communities, develop distinguished partnerships, and align foundations with their interests.

Purdue was awarded a $1.2 million grant from the W.M. Keck Foundation to support groundbreaking research into quantum spin liquids—an unusual state of matter with promising applications in quantum computing. The gift will fund a three-year project led by Professor Arnab Banerjee, in collaboration with faculty from both the College of Science and the College of Engineering. It will also support one postdoctoral researcher and two graduate students, and provide for advanced equipment needed for material synthesis, optics, and spectroscopy.

The Strive Foundation, the private foundation of philanthropist Roe Stamps, has been a longstanding and valued partner of Purdue through its annual support of the Stamps Scholars Program. This prestigious scholarship supports exceptional students in the Honors College, providing them with meaningful academic and leadership opportunities. In the past year alone, the Strive Foundation contributed more than $680,000, bringing its lifetime giving to $3.6 million.

The Lennar Foundation has donated $2 million to name Construction Management Technology’s 5,000 square foot Construction Lab, a state-of-the-art facility that has been described by industry leaders as the best in the country. The Purdue Polytechnic Institute and Lennar both see this as the beginning of a deeper partnership to promote the construction trades and serve our communities.

EVERY DOLLAR MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Every gift—no matter the size—fuels and strengthens Purdue. Your investment in the future of the university provides lasting support, elevates the institution’s reputation, and expands opportunities for generations to come.

Total gifts to Purdue under $1,000: 105,144

Returning the favor » Sandra San Miguel (DVM’93, MS V’94, PhD V’97), a professor in the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine and the college’s associate dean for community engagement, has been giving back to the university regularly since 1996 because “Purdue has given me so much, and I want to return the favor.” She also believes it’s important to give back as a way of supporting students as they embark on their academic journeys as Boilermakers. San Miguel’s most recent gifts have honored Willie Reed, the dean emeritus for the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Opening doors for others » Rachael Stainko (S’12) and her husband, Andrew (T’09), may live what they see as a dream life now, but they credit Purdue with helping them fight through tough times and find success. In appreciation, they have established the Miss Boilerette Twirling Scholarship and the Stainko Family Scholarship Endowment to support student-athletes. “If it weren’t for Purdue, we wouldn’t be where we are now,” Rachael says. “We want to be able to give back to the university that opened so many doors for us.”

Room in their hearts » A devastating family crisis has not stopped Rafik (PhD HHS’72) and Pat Bishara from giving back to Purdue. Longtime supporters of charitable causes, the Bisharas found room in their hearts in 2025 to make their regular contribution to a scholarship in their name within Purdue’s School of Health Sciences. The scholarship is designed to help students—especially women—overcome financial challenges so they can focus on their studies.