Kappa Alpha Theta at Purdue University
Kappa Alpha Theta, the first women’s fraternity in the U.S. and the first on Purdue University’s campus, has been at the heart of Purdue’s Greek life since 1915.
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Kappa Alpha Theta teaches the importance of aspiring to something higher and cradles women in a sisterhood that is loyal and loving.
alumnae supporting education
Alpha Chi Chapter Educational Foundation
- Recognizes undergraduate members with scholarship awards for their excellence in scholarship, leadership and service
- Upgrades and Improves educational facilities in the chapter house
- Provides tax deductible donations as a 501c3 charitable organization
- Offers numerous ways to donate
A Few Facts
Celebrating 110 years as Purdue’s first sorority on campus
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Kite Newsletter: A Biannual Publication
From Fall 2025
Reagan Koester ’23
Reagan Koester ’23, was named by the Indiana governor as the student representative to the Purdue Board of Trustees.
From Spring 2025
Laura Poletti Bauke ’12
Laura Poletti Bauke ’12 (second from left), was honored by Purdue as a 2025 Rising Professional in the field of accounting.
From Fall 2024
Claire Schumann ’14
Claire Schumann ’14, is an inpatient clinical hematology/oncology pharmacist at Stanford Health Care.
It’s Fall on Purdue’s Campus
Calendar Events
- January 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET.
Founder’s Day rituals will be conducted and the following anniversary classes will be recognized:- 25 Year – Class of 2001
- 50 Year – Class of 1976
- 75 Year – Class of 1950
Stay Connected
Upcoming Events at 607 N. Russell
Stay connected with Purdue Thetas by attending upcoming events – see old friends and meet new ones! All events will be at the chapter house.
