Sally and Pete Kay

Sally and Pete Kay (2007 - present)

What an exciting time to be part of President's Council.  Membership continues to grow at a record pace, the University has just completed an unprecedented capital campaign, and the level of membership participation in campus activities is at an all time high.  We feel fortunate to be the co-chairs of President's Council during this time of significant growth and change, and look forward to working with you as the Council continues its tradition of service to Purdue.

Perhaps the most momentous announcement to come out of President’s Council last year was the development of the Council’s Strategic Plan.  Recognizing the tremendous potential that President's Council holds for the future, the mission promises to “recruit, retain and recognize leadership donors, advocates, and volunteers who support” the University.

One example of Council volunteerism happened this fall when members took part in a Habitat for Humanity house build in Lafayette.  Twenty members helped frame the home’s walls in just one morning.  The activity boosted the council’s visibility within the community and with the Purdue students who funded and organized the build.   Participating Council members thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to be part of such a worthy cause.

As many of you may have already heard or read, the strategic plan was developed by the PC Advisory Committee with the goal of boosting our leadership giving, engagement, networking, and stewardship activities.  The plan will govern the Council’s direction for the foreseeable future. The diagram to the right illustrates the four areas of the plan's focus.

We hope you will join us on the 2008 PC Cruise from June 4-11!  This year, members will embark for points north, namely Alaska, for the Voyage of Discovery.  Occurring every other year, the cruise has become more and more popular among members as a way not only to relax and get away, but to meet and visit with Purdue friends old and new.  It also provides a great opportunity to spend time with Purdue’s President.  With more than 150 members scheduled to set sail, this year will be no different.  Yes, we will indeed be bringing Purdue pride to the Alaskan wilderness!

Thank you for the warm welcome you have already given us as President’s Council’s newest co-chairs.  We are proud to serve the council’s membership and look forward to supporting President Córdova’s vision for this great university.

Hail Purdue!

Sally Kay
Co-chair

Pete Kay
Co-chair

Past Chairs

Bryan and Susan Erler (2005-2007)
Robert and Terry Bowen (2004-05)
Susan Butler (2002-04)
Bill Cordier (2001-02)
Don Roach (1999-01)
Ben and Maxine Miller (1998-99)
Forest Farmer (1997-1998)
Daniel J. Meyer (1996-97)
John A. Bratt (1995-96)
Lorene M. Burkhart (1994-95)
Edgar B. Olson (1993-94)
John J. Benish (1992-93)
Richard B. DeMars (1991-92)
W. Brooks Fortune (1990-91)
James E. Dora (1989-90)
James F. Schorr (1988-89)

Richard W. Hansen (1987-88)
L. Walter Houston (1986-87)
Jerry D. Semler (1985-86)
J. Richard Zapapas (1984-85)
Virginia Karnes (1983-84)
John C. Jamison (1982-83)
C. Richard Petticrew (1981-82)
Joseph D. Harnett (1980-81)
Paul F. Oreffice (1979-80)
Richard A. Vining (1978-79)
Ralph E. Bailey (1977-78)
N. George Belury (1976-77)
Charles J. Waidelich (1974-76)
Eugene P. Berg (1972-74)