Industrial Engineering Graduate Student Organization - Purdue University

We are a dynamic and student-driven community dedicated to supporting graduate students in the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering at Purdue University. We serve as a bridge between students, faculty, and industry professionals, fostering an environment that promotes academic growth, professional development, and social engagement. Our goal is to enhance the graduate experience by organizing career-focused workshops, networking events, mentorship programs, and social gatherings that help students build meaningful connections. Whether you are looking for guidance in research, career opportunities, or simply a supportive peer network, IEGSO is here to help you navigate your graduate journey and make the most of your time at Purdue.

Your contribution empowers our Industrial Engineering graduate student community through professional development events, mentorship programs, and networking trips.

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Thanks to your donations, we’ve been able to host memorable, community-driven events that bring students together and build lifelong connections. Here's a glimpse of what your support powers:

Mentorship & Chicago Trip: 

From impactful mentorship programs to our exciting networking trip to Chicago, IEGSO brings students together for professional and personal growth.

CaffIEne Connect:
CaffIEne Connect fosters organic conversations between IE grad students and faculty — over great coffee and even better community spirit.

IEGSO has organized two social trips for graduate Industrial Engineering students to leave the busy student life behind and delve into American culture.

In Fall 2024 (pictures on the left), we travelled to the bustling city of Chicago. Arriving in Chicago, everyone had a strengthening sip of coffee in the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. Then we moved on to see the Navy Pier, the DuSable bridge, and the surrounding Skyscrapers, followed by lunch at Giordano's. Having eaten the first Deep Dish pizza of our lives, we moved on to see the Chicago Bean at Cloud Gate Park. Then we enjoyed a stroll along the River Walk and ended at the Chicago Christkindle Market for hot chocolate. 

In Spring 2025 (pictures on the right), IEGSO hosted a trip for our graduate student body to travel to the Chicago Motor Show. Initially intended to support the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering Mentorship as a social event, popular demand opened the event up to all students. We had a day full of novelty and fun, were chauffeured through an obstacle course by a professional driver in an SUV, saw the smallest car publicly purchasable in the US (see picture), and were driven in an electric vehicle for the first time. 

📅 Exciting Events – Career development workshops, guest speaker series, social gatherings, and more!

🎉 Social Engagement – Fun activities to help balance work and life.

🔗 Networking Opportunities – Connect with peers, faculty, Alumnis and industry leaders.

📚 Resources & Support – Guidance on coursework, research, and career growth.