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TEDxPurdueU: Odyssey
For 2026, TEDxPurdueU invites heroes of all kinds to embark on their own Odyssey—a journey of adventure, challenge, and transformation. From innovation and science to creativity and culture, each odyssey is unique.
Whether it’s a return, a discovery, or something entirely new, TEDxPurdueU offers a platform to explore and share these powerful stories.
TEDxPurdueU is an independently organized event by Purdue University students.
TEDxPurdueU: Parallax
TEDxPurdueU: Parallax explores dynamic interplay of perspectives, from science & technology to human psychology & societal discourse.
6 Days in Newfoundland: a Lafayette resident’s personal version of Come From Away
A first-hand account of Lafayette, Indiana native’s experience in Gander, Newfoundland on September 11. This and other stories like hers inspired the hit Broadway musical Come From Away.
Cellist and humanitarian Yo-Yo Ma to join PBS NewHour’s Jeffrey Brown for Presidential Lecture Series
Renowned cellist, recording artist and humanitarian Yo-Yo Ma and PBS NewsHour correspondent Jeffrey Brown will join Purdue University President Mung Chiang for a special Presidential Lecture Series conversation Sept. 29 in Elliott Hall of Music.
A Conversation With Yo-Yo Ma
Purdue University President Mung Chiang and the Purdue Presidential Lecture Series present the renowned cellist, recording artist, and humanitarian leader Yo-Yo Ma in a special engagement moderated by PBS NewsHour correspondent Jeffrey Brown.
Grandmaster Flash Rescheduled For Saturday, November 4 at 7:30pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 50 years of hip-hop with Grandmaster Flash. Witness the iconic DJ’s pioneering turntable techniques and learn about his role in shaping the genre. Experience a free lecture and demonstration on November 4th at 7:30 PM at Loeb Playhouse. Don’t miss this chance to be part of hip-hop history.
Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop with Grandmaster Flash
Grandmaster Flash
Grandmaster Flash’s hit, “The Message,” forever changed hip-hop 40-plus years ago when it debuted as the first socially conscious rap track.
TEDxPurdueU: Recurrence
Featuring national, regional and local thought leaders, the 2024 TEDxPurdueU will explore how recurrence influences our lives at a deeper level.
TEDxPurdueU: Terrarium
The 2023 TEDxPurdueU will contain a “Terrarium” of ideas and research that explore technology, entertainment, culture, sustainability, and environmentalism.
Jazz Meets Artificial Intelligence in this FREE Engagement
Building off ideas and collaborating equally, the robot marimba player listens to bandmates live to present original compositions influenced by jazz & hip-hop.
Dance, Music, Broadway, and lectures in April at Purdue
April features NYC’s Mark Morris Dance Group, Once the Musical, Canada’s Les Violons du Roy, members of British Parliament, Panic! at the Disco, and more!
