Office of Recruitment, Retention and Diversity

RRD office

Office of Recruitment, Retention and Diversity

Our goal: to welcome and assist all students who visit and attend the Purdue Polytechnic Institute!

The Office of Recruitment, Retention and Diversity helps current and prospective students navigate their way to – and through – college. We are dedicated to improving diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the Polytechnic.

Along with answering questions and providing tours for high school students who are considering applying to the Polytechnic Institute, we also provide resources and support for current Polytechnic students. We are eager to answer questions, provide resources and information, and welcome all students with a listening ear and a helping hand.

RRD Events

Events, Camps and More

The Office of Recruitment, Retention and Diversity offers a variety of events throughout the year.

Summer and Diversity Camps

Prospective students interested in Purdue can see what college is all about and whether a technology degree is the path you'd like to pursue after graduation by attending a Technology Camp program.

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Counselor Sessions

We schedule several days and times in the fall to fit your schedule. Each session is about an hour long, and it’s free. We will have a live Q&A feature to answer your questions in real time after the presentation.

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Admitted Student Events

We have several virtual and in-person visit opportunities to connect directly with students, faculty and staff of Purdue Polytechnic. 

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Current Student Events

Follow us on social for news about current student events like Welcome Week, field trips, Wind Down Wednesday and other events.

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Women in Construction Management

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WIT

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Meet the Team

Toni

Antonia (Toni) Munguia

Director of Recruitment, Retention, and Diversity

amunguia@purdue.edu

Allison Maldonado-Ruiz

Allison Maldonado-Ruiz

Associate Director of Retention and Diversity

maldon25@purdue.edu

Austin Manion

Austin Manion

Administrative Assistant

manion1@purdue.edu

Benito Martinez

Benito Abraham Martinez

Assistant Director of Diversity & Retention

marti249@purdue.edu

Cathy Pullings

Cathy Pullings

Assistant Director of Diversity and Recruitment

cpulling@purdue.edu

 

What We Do

  • Promote the mission, vision and academic opportunities of the Polytechnic Institute
  • Encourage awareness and appreciation of diversity
  • Endorse educational opportunities across campus
  • Establish avenues for students to become involved on campus
  • Provide opportunities for the success of all Polytechnic students
  • Implement engagement and outreach activities for students to explore Polytechnic degrees
  • Improve student retention and success through student organizations, academic support services and mentoring programs
  • Guide prospective students’ search for a Polytechnic degree matching their interests and career goals