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Purdue University The official account of Purdue University, home of the Boilermakers. Purdue University is a vast laboratory for discovery.

The university is known not only for science, technology, engineering, and math programs, but also for our imagination, ingenuity, and innovation. It’s a place where those who seek an education come to make their ideas real — especially when those transformative discoveries lead to scientific, technological, social, or humanitarian impact. Founded in 1869 in West Lafayette, Indiana, the university

proudly serves its state as well as the nation and the world. Academically, Purdue’s role as a major research institution is supported by top-ranking disciplines in pharmacy, business, engineering, and agriculture. More than 39,000 students are enrolled here. All 50 states and 130 countries are represented. Add about 850 student organizations and Big Ten Boilermaker athletics, and you get a college atmosphere that’s without rival. Disclaimer: bit.ly/1L0hTUB

To the millions of Minecraft players everywhere, let us introduce the hellbender. A new Minecraft Education game inspire...
09/08/2026

To the millions of Minecraft players everywhere, let us introduce the hellbender.

A new Minecraft Education game inspired by Purdue research lets you dive into the underwater world of one of America’s strangest — and most important — amphibians. Players become wildlife biologists, lab researchers, conservationists and even the hellbender itself as they learn how clean water, healthy streams and human choices shape the species’ future.

Get the full story: https://purdue.university/4qWmz9P

Texas Tech University | Purdue Forestry and Natural Resources | Help the Hellbender

09/08/2026

“You’re not good enough to play.”

Drew Brees heard it three different times.

Instead of letting those words determine the course of his life, he took control. He made a plan. From optimizing his training schedule to meeting with inspiring mentors, he put his all into becoming the best he could be.

Having the guts to go for it paid off. The Purdue Boilermaker is now a Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. 🏈

Hear more in the latest episode of “Relentless”: https://purdue.university/4gO7Lpk

09/07/2026

When launching a global award for space innovation, who better to name it after than icon Neil Armstrong? 🚀🌙

To celebrate the spirit of discovery that drove the legendary astronaut throughout his life, Purdue launched the Neil Armstrong Space Prize, which it will soon present for the first time to the Space X Falcon 9 Booster Landing Team.

As humankind advances toward its next giant leaps in space, the breakthroughs made by this team of innovators helped make them possible.

Learn more about Armstrong’s extraordinary legacy: https://purdue.university/4nXmPDw

“Purdue is such a friendly, supportive community. Everyone has gone out of their way to make me feel welcome.”  Magdelyn...
09/07/2026

“Purdue is such a friendly, supportive community. Everyone has gone out of their way to make me feel welcome.”

Magdelyn Wyman is following her dreams of becoming a high school English teacher and educating the next generation of learners.

Read more: https://purdue.university/4qQXMUB

09/05/2026

Historical innovations ➡️ tomorrow’s breakthroughs

This legacy spans decades and redefines what’s next. As we celebrate America’s 250th, learn more about Purdue’s contributions to our country’s exploration of space: https://purdue.university/4ucRoHL

From spacecraft design to mission planning and from astronaut selection to landing and recovery,   have helped shape the...
09/05/2026

From spacecraft design to mission planning and from astronaut selection to landing and recovery, have helped shape the NASA Artemis program every step of the way. 🚀

As Artemis prepares to return humans to the lunar surface, alumni carry forward a legacy that stretches from the earliest days of America’s space program to humankind’s most recent trip around the moon.

Meet some of the Boilermakers who are helping us take the next giant leaps in space: https://purdue.university/4yqi9uF

09/04/2026

Purdue Football season is officially here! 🏈

From Ross-Ade Stadium to airports around the world, “Boiler Up!” brings us together.

FOOTBALL CARD FRIDAY: Each week of the 2026 Purdue Football season, we’ll spotlight a   alum’s historic performance agai...
09/04/2026

FOOTBALL CARD FRIDAY: Each week of the 2026 Purdue Football season, we’ll spotlight a alum’s historic performance against that week’s opponent.

This week, we’re remembering Ricardo Allen’s big play against Indiana State in 2013. The All-Big Ten defensive back preserved the Boilermakers’ 20-14 win over the Sycamores with a clutch interception at the Purdue 30-yard line with 20 seconds remaining.

The Atlanta Falcons selected Allen in the 2014 NFL draft, and he went on to play for the team for seven seasons.

The 2026 Boilermakers will kick off their season tonight against Indiana State at Ross-Ade Stadium. Tune in at 7 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network.

Your Boilermaker's roommate might be their first friend at Purdue and can become an important part of their support syst...
09/03/2026

Your Boilermaker's roommate might be their first friend at Purdue and can become an important part of their support system on campus.

Learn more about Mallory and Vaibhavi, and see more stories about roommate friendships 👉 https://purdue.university/3TRsJeQ

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