Outside Event (PD): Career Victories Summit
The Purdue Center for Career Opportunities (CCO) is hosting its first ever Career Victories Summit on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 3:00 – 8:15pm in Stewart Center. This event will bring Boilermakers together in the final stretch of their career search to sharpen their strategy, elevate their candidacy, and connect with alumni and employers in today’s competitive job market. The event will kick off right before the Final Four weekend featuring an all-star roster including a dynamic keynote speaker, high-impact sessions with innovative Purdue alumni and leading company representatives. The keynote speaker, Olivia West, is a 2021 Purdue graduate with experience as an In-Game Host and Emcee for the Indiana Pacers and Fever! Students who attend this summit will hear relatable stories and learn practical strategies to achieve career victories.
3:00–4:00 PM – Keynote (Fowler in STEW)
- Olivia West – Keynote Speaker, Host, and Consultant
- Topic – Final Quarter Career Moves: Standing Out When It Counts
4:15–5:00 PM – Breakout Sessions 1 (STEW 202 & 206)
- Stack the Stats: Certifications That Set You Apart, Hosted by Google
- From Tryouts to Offers: What Employers Notice
5:15–6:00 PM – Breakout Sessions 2 (STEW 204 & 206)
- Global Game Plan: Launching Your Career Overseas
- Play by Play: My Job Search Journey
6:15–7:00 PM – Purdue Alumni Panel (Fowler in STEW)
7:00–8:15 PM – Networking Reception with Hors d’oeuvres (STEW 214 ABCD)
Direct questions to the CCO Campus Partnerships Team at ccocpt@groups.purdue.edu.
REGISTRATION: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_414CIL5STjehoLs