Mandy Bridges

Executive Assistant

Mandy Bridges began her career at Purdue in 2008 as a credential analyst for the Office of Admissions. Prior to coming to the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Life, she obtained experience working in the business office for the Dean of Students. 

Mandy is currently the executive assistant to the Vice Provost for Student Life and office manager. In her role, Mandy is responsible for providing administrative support to the Vice Provost and managing the everyday operations of the office. 

Mandy expanded her professional knowledge at Purdue as a 2015 graduate of the Accelerated Clerical Excellence (ACE) program and as a 2016 graduate of the Student Life Leadership Academy.

Mandy serves on several university committees. Most recently, she chaired the Purdue Student Life - United Way campaign. In 2019, Mandy also served as the chair of the Clerical and Service Staff Advisory Committee (CSSAC), which represents over 3,800 Purdue employees.  

In addition to Mandy’s duties as an executive assistant, she is active in many organizations in her community. Mandy is a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Tippecanoe County and a member of the Drive Sober of Greater Lafayette nonprofit organization.