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Stay informed and engaged with the latest opportunities at Purdue University that foster innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships.
Stay connected with the Office of Industry Partnerships
Our events calendar is designed with clients, partners, and industry leaders in mind, showcasing key events that highlight cutting-edge research, industry-focused workshops, networking opportunities, and expert-led discussions. Whether you’re looking to collaborate, learn, or connect, our events offer unparalleled access to Purdue’s vibrant ecosystem of experts, resources, and thought leadership. Explore our upcoming events and see how Purdue can drive your industry forward.
Events
Wednesday, September 7, 2026
10th Annual U.S. and Japan Digital Innovation Hub & Advanced Technology Workshop
Join us September 7-9, 2026 for the 10th annual U.S. – Japan Digital Innovation Hub and Advanced Technology Workshop at Purdue University. This annual workshop promotes collaboration between universities, research institutions and companies from both nations, fostering research and workforce development in crucial technologies in artificial intelligence, semiconductors and quantum technology.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Build Your Industry Network: Coffee & Conversation
Take a break from finals week and swing by Fuel West for a cup of coffee on us and meet the Office of Industry Partnerships team! We’ll be available to discuss how to initiate and foster engaging relationships with you and industry partners in an informal, open environment. No RSVP needed.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Office of Industry Partnerships – Building and Leading a Research Consortium
This workshop is designed for researchers, faculty, and administrators interested in developing and managing collaborative research initiatives across institutions and disciplines. Participants will gain practical insights into consortium formation, leadership strategies, governance structures, and sustainable collaboration models.
Location: STEW206
Panelists: Channing Arndt, Sabine Brunswicker, Tongcang Li, Andrea Vacca & Davide Ziviani
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
The Power of Partnerships: Strategies for Pursuing Industry Connection
Join us for lunch and an informative panel discussion on unlocking the secrets to high-impact collaborations with industry partners. Learn proven strategies to turn campus innovation into real-world success.
Time: 11:30am–1:00pm
Location: Purdue Indianapolis Campus in the Lilly Auditorium – University Library Room 130
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Proposal, Contracting and Post-Award Process
Join us for lunch and a panel discussion that will describe the support services available from sponsored program services for proposal development, award and data management, contract negotiation, research administration, quality assurance and intellectual property management.
Time: 11:30am–1:00pm
Location: Stewart 302
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
From Industry to Academia: Insights on Building Sustainable
Register for this informative panel discussion with Purdue faculty who have successfully bridged academia and industry through partnerships with leading organizations. Learn actionable strategies for building and sustaining trust-based, cross-disciplinary collaborations.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Strategies for Adapting to a Changing Funding Environment
Join us for an engaging hands-on workshop on collaborative design of interdisciplinary research initiatives that deliver greater societal and economic value.
Time: 12:00–1:30 PM
Location: STEW 310
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Building a Center of Excellence
This workshop will explore the intersection of industry partnerships, educational opportunities, and research, highlighting how collaboration drives innovation and impact.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Caterpillar Day at Purdue
Network and learn more about Caterpillar in the Wilmeth Active Learning Caterpillar from 10–4.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Lilly Day on Campus
Come connect and meet with Lilly colleagues from all different departments, across campus, and explore where you can fit into Team Lilly!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
How to Become a Rainmaker II
A workshop to learn how to build and lead a research consortium.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Building Research Collaboration with Corporate Sponsors Workshop
Gain practical knowledge from our leading experts as they share best practices on identifying the right corporate partners and building effective, sustainable partnerships.
April 1–2, 2025
SEMIEXPO Heartland
Inaugural event focused on Smart Manufacturing and Smart Mobility with an emphasis on the semiconductor industry.
January 28–29, 2025
Purdue CCO – Co-Op Days Recruiting Event
This event includes an in-person career fair with in-person student interviews the following day. There are also opportunities for employers to network with each other and OPP staff.
November 14, 2024
Purdue x Google AI Summit
Purdue University and Google are bringing together the thought leaders of today and tomorrow to deeply consider the new technology that surrounds us.
Hear from Google leaders and discover their work within AI that is impacting all industries.