Programs

150 Most Influential Fraternity, Sorority and Cooperative Life Alumni

The 150th Anniversary Influential Alumni nomination recognizes fraternity, sorority and cooperative alumni members for their extraordinary contributions and achievements since leaving Purdue University. In recognizing these dedicated alumni, we honor the shared value of lifelong commitment and membership in our organizations. Through this recognition, we are honoring the impact of our alumni and setting the mark for what can be accomplished through our community. Nominations close February 24, 2025.

Preview the nomination form questions here.

Here is the nomination form. 

Tips for a successful applications:

TIMELINE: Applications are due by February 24 and announced late summer 2025. Make sure you give yourself the right amount of time to complete a great nomination. 

PROVIDE SOME BACKGROUND: Be sure to add as much detail as possible and don't leave anything out. Judges may not be familiar with your applicant, so it's important to paint a full picture.

DELEGATE COLLABORATE: Undergraduates and graduates work together! Students, connect with your headquarters and make sure ALL of your best alumni are accounted for.

FOLLOW THE CRITERIA: Make sure you answer the questions asked and include information pertinent to the list of criteria. Getting help on your answers can help with proofreading.

SUBMIT SOMETHING!!: Don’t be discouraged! We need YOUR nominations to make this list the best it can be. A strong nomination could be the difference in making the list! 

NOT A PURDUE ALUMNI?: We encourage you to submit nominations of people who have been influential to your organization even if they are not Purdue FSCL alumni.

Fraternity, Sorority and Cooperative Leadership Institute (FSCLi)

Purdue University has created a custom designed curriculum in collaboration with RISE Partnerships to offer a multi-day leadership development experience for members of the fraternity, sorority and cooperative community. The institute will challenge students to think about the systems that are present, and ways to improve the community. Through small and large group discussions, and activities students will develop a plan of how they will create change in their organizations and community. This event takes place the week after finals in the spring semester.

Fraternity, Sorority & Cooperative Leadership Summit (FSCLs)

The Fraternity, Sorority, and Cooperative Leadership Summit (FSCLS) is a student-run leadership conference that takes place in West Lafayette on the first Sunday of November each year. Fraternity and sorority members from Purdue University and other institutions around the state of Indiana have the opportunity to listen to well-renowned speakers and participate in interactive breakout sessions to enhance their leadership skills and learn about issues affecting the fraternity and sorority community. FSCLS challenges fraternity and sorority members to honor the legacy of their founders and to move forward to a bright future.

Council Officers and Presidents Leadership Advance (CPLA)

The Council officers and President Leadership Advance (CPLA) is an overnight retreat for all fraternity and sorority council officers, and chapter presidents taking place in January every year. This is an opportunity for chapter presidents and council officers to develop leadership skills, set goals, and get to know other leaders in the fraternity and sorority community.

Cooperative Housing New Member Education Night

Each fall, the new members from all 12 cooperative houses come together to learn about the expectations of the community, and network with other students from across the community. This program offers information and resources on a variety of topics including risk management, and hazing prevention.

New Member Orientation

All fraternity and sorority new members attend New Member Orientation the semester they join their organization. New Member Orientation provides education on hazing prevention, personal responsibility, and creating a positive values based experience for all members.

Health and Safety Initiative

Each semester, the fraternity, sorority and cooperative community collaborates with offices across campus to be able to offer educational programs on hazing prevention, responsible alcohol use, and risk management. This week of programs incorporates the spirit of National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week and National Hazing Prevention Week.

Safer Sex Week

Each spring, the fraternity, sorority and cooperative community collaborates with offices across campus and other student organizations to be able to offer education around healthy sexual practices.