On the Fast Track: Our Collegiate DECA Chapters

While Indiana Collegiate DECA is a newly chartered association, we are excited to boast our six chapters. Regardless of size, competitiveness, or otherwise, each chapter offers something unique to its members. For this article, we asked each university to tell us a little bit about what makes their chapter unique. Here are four of our chapters’ stories.

Butler University: Butler DECA’s executive team is currently working on expanding their chapter’s network by bringing in quality guest speakers and organizing company tours from the professional world in Indianapolis for the Fall and Spring Semesters! Additionally, Butler DECA plans to send many members to Engage in Tampa Bay, Florida, to continue its chapter’s commitment to developing future workplace leaders through competition and leadership development.

Indiana University Bloomington: We’re aiming high at IU Bloomington Collegiate DECA this year, not just in membership, but in how we show up for students. With around 36,800 undergraduates at IU Bloomington, our chapter has an amazing opportunity to reach into nearly every corner of campus. Originating from the Kelley School of Business, a top-ranked business school, gives us a solid starting point, but we’re passionate about making DECA meaningful for everyone, whether you’re studying art, biology, education, etc. We’re working to create a welcoming space where students across all majors can grow, lead, and feel that DECA is part of their story.

Indiana University Indianapolis: At IU Indianapolis, our DECA chapter is preparing for the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year. Currently, we are focusing on planning for our recruitment events for the incoming freshmen in the fall. We’re also exploring partnerships with other business-related student organizations on campus. By collaborating with them and encouraging their members to get involved with DECA, we hope to build a stronger and more connected business community at IUI. Allowing other business club members to exercise their areas of expertise in competition. On top of that, we may have the opportunity to host this year’s Fall Leadership Conference. We’re excited to be a part of the new Indiana Collegiate DECA Association and can't wait to see what happens this year!

Purdue University West Lafayette: Purdue Collegiate DECA is excited to launch its Professional Mentorship Program this coming semester. Its goal is to connect Purdue students with experienced professionals across the country in order to give insight into the working field across various industries and professions. For just $18 a year, professional members can mentor future business leaders, share industry insights, and even judge competitions or speak at events held at Purdue. Students will get the opportunity to chat with their mentor one-on-one each month to gain valuable insights and build a connection.

Written by Vice President - Peyton Wormer