Civil Engineering Professional Development Seminar
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2025 Civil Engineering Professional Development Seminar (CEPDS)
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Join civil engineering professionals and students from across Indiana and beyond for the 2025 Civil Engineering Professional Development Seminar (CEPDS), hosted at Purdue University. This annual conference attracts over 600 attendees, including engineers, project managers, local and state agency representatives, and future civil engineers for a full day of professional development focused on the latest industry trends, research, and innovations in the field.
CEPDS features multiple technical tracks covering key topics to elevate your career, knowledge, and expertise. Historic content has featured presentations on the topics of Bridges, Transportation Systems and Infrastructure, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Design, Water Resources, Vertical Structures, and more. With presentations from industry leaders and academic experts, the seminar offers valuable insights relevant to both public- and private-sector professionals working to advance infrastructure. Attendees are eligible to receive Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for participating in the seminar’s technical sessions and will be given the opportunity to network with their peers fostering continued collaboration and long-term connection.
Registration
Registration opens soon.
Registration Fees
- Government Admission – $175.00
- Non-Government Admission – $350.00
- Retiree Admission - $100.00
- Student Admission – Complimentary
- Purdue University Faculty/Staff Admission – Complimentary
Optional Fees
- Parking Validation for Grant Street Parking Garage (valid 11/20/25) - $6.00
- Welcome Reception Admission - $10.00
- Welcome Reception Admission (Students) – Complimentary
- Management Track Admission (Government) – $100.00
- Management Track Admission (Non-Government) - $200.00
Management Track
EOS Traction: Get a Grip
Gain greater control, build momentum, and improve performance with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)—a comprehensive, practical framework designed to help businesses achieve predictable and profitable results. Join our management track speaker Josh Hauser for this engaging, full-day session and discover how EOS tools and principles can transform your organization. Bonus: All attendees will receive a copy of "Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business" by Gino Wickman.
Welcome Reception
The CEPDS planning committee invites you to join us on November 19th, 2025 between 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm at Ripple and Company located at 1007 Main St, Lafayette, IN 47901.
Add our welcome reception to your conference registration to RSVP.
Welcome reception admission is priced at $10 per person. ID and pre-registration are required. Your welcome reception admission fee includes 1 drink ticket redeemable for any beverage up to $15.
Student attendees are welcome and may sign up for a complimentary admission during conference registration.