Lambda Chapter at Purdue University est. 1920
Social Fraternity for Professional Engineers
With a long-standing history, we are Purdue's premier Engineering Fraternity with the motto:
Work Hard, Play Hard.
Our Focus as an Engineering Fraternity
Build more than a resume
Brotherhood for builders
A community that pushes you to ship—whether that’s leadership, academics, or real-world experience.
Career + mentorship
Learn from alumni and older members who’ve done internships, co-ops, and full-time roles—and want to help you get there.
Impact that matters
Service and philanthropy, but with an execution mindset: plan it, build it, run it, improve it.
Why Phi Kappa Tau?
Phi Kappa Tau at Purdue is a Social Fraternity for Professional Engineers, built around personal growth, academic success, and community impact. Our motto is Work Hard, Play Hard, and you’ll find a supportive environment that reinforces accountability and leadership while connecting you with a network of alumni and mentors. If you’re the type of person who wants to build, improve, and lead, this is your place.
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