In 1964, Purdue University opened Earhart Hall in honor of her legacy and contribution to the university during her time as a career counselor for female students and technical advisor for the aeronautics department. In 2009, Purdue erected a bronze statue of Earhart holding a propeller in front of the residence hall named after her. The university board recently approved plans to name the new Purdue University Airport terminal the Amelia Earhart Terminal.
In 1964 Purdue University opened Earhart Hall in honor of her legacy and contribution to the university, during her time as a career counselor for female students and technical advisor for the aeronautics department. In 2009, Purdue erected a bronze statue of Earhart holding a propeller in front of the residence hall named after her. The university board recently approved plans to name the new Purdue University Airport terminal the Amelia Earhart Terminal.