The Class of 1979 High Ropes Challenge Course

Above and Beyond

The excellent education we received at Purdue University more than 25 years ago has opened many doors for us in our professional and personal lives. Leadership initiatives available through our student organizations and extracurricular activities played a very important role in our education. Leadership training and team-building, issues not generally addressed in the classroom, are widely recognized as important and integral parts of a well-rounded education and carry over into all aspects of our lives.

On the occasion of our 25th anniversary, The Class of 1979 went Above and Beyond expectations and made a monumental contribution to the leadership experience at Purdue University. Through the generosity of class members, we built a high ropes challenge course on the West Lafayette campus as our gift to our alma mater and to future generations of Purdue students.

Courses generally consist of horizontal and vertical challenges situated from 20 to 40 feet above the ground. When groups or individuals tackle a ropes course, there is a tremendous opportunity for them to learn about teamwork, trust, and risk-taking while challenging themselves in a high-pressure situation.

Our fundraising goal to build The Class of 1979 High Ropes Challenge Course was $200,000. This goal has been met.

Please consider going Above and Beyond by making a generous gift to your 25th anniversary project — The Class of 1979 High Ropes Challenge Course. For an update on the fundraising campaign, Click Here.

Gifts to support our project can be made by check, credit card, or online by clicking the "Purdue-gift" button on this page. You may also choose to pledge your contribution over a three-year period to maximize your gift. Also, your employer may be able to double or even triple your gift. Click here to see if your company offers a matching-gift program.