Purdue WISP Science Day

Foster your passion for Science with the Purdue Women In Science Program (WISP) at a free one-day campus event!

Saturday, December 5th, 2026, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm EDT

Please register here by Monday, November 16, 2026 at 5pm EST

Helping a student understand lab research.

Purdue WISP Science Day is a complimentary, one-day program for all high school students interested in the field of science to learn more information about the College of Science at Purdue University. Ignite your passion for science!

Students will engage in two hands-on lab experiences within interest sessions based upon the departments within the College of Science: biology, chemistry, computer science, earth, atmospheric and planetary sciences (EAPS), math, physics, and statistics. Participants have the opportunity to connect with current undergraduate students and Ph.D. candidates within the College of Science throughout the day. Lunch may be purchased by attendees within the Purdue Memorial Union Marketplace or brought in. Afterward, all will attend a panel of current WISP members who will answer questions and provide insight into their experiences at Purdue University. At the end of the event, all will have the opportunity to receive an optional tour of campus.

Families are welcome to attend sessions regarding campus safety, admissions, and affordability while their student is participating in the lab experiments. All guests will reconnect at lunch for the balance of the event.

Science Day Schedule - Pending the number of registrants and preferences, the following schedule may be reversed creating a second track. Details will be sent to all participants near the event.
Time	Students	Families
8:30 am - 9:00 am	Check-in (parking and locations will be provided)
9:00 am - 9:15 am	Welcome
9:30 am - 11:55 am	Lab Experience Interest Session 1 Lab Experience Interest Session 2	Campus Safety Admissions Affordability University Residences
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm	Lunch PMU Marketplace (on your own)
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm	WISP Panel Current WISP members will answer questions and provide insight on their experiences at Purdue University.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm	Tour of campus (optional)

Registration is required and will open in mid-October. We hope to see you at our event on December 5th! For more information, contact Connie Kaspar, Associate Director of Student Success and Science Pathways Development, at ScienceWISP@purdue.edu or 765-496-6095.

Individuals of all races, genders, and backgrounds are welcome!

In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services, and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Ethics and Compliance at vpec@purdue.edu or 765-494-5830.

Last Modified February 28th, 2025

Purdue WISP Science Day

Saturday, December 5th, 2026, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm EDT

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