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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

Indiana’s best. One of America’s best. Purdue is proud to be ranked the No. 1 public university in Indiana and No. 3 amo...
06/23/2026

Indiana’s best. One of America’s best. Purdue is proud to be ranked the No. 1 public university in Indiana and No. 3 among publics nationally for co-op and internship opportunities, according to the 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings.

Also, see where the Purdue Engineering, Purdue University Daniels School of Business and Purdue Computer Science programs ranked: https://purdue.university/47XZEnc

06/21/2026

$25, great advice, a ride to campus — thank you, dads and father figures, for everything you give. Happy Father’s Day! 💛

06/18/2026

Purdue vs. IU. Reaching fever pitch in the ’80s, it’s an intense basketball rivalry that’s dominated sports conversations for decades. 🏀 But Purdue coach Gene Keady and IU coach Bob Knight shared a mutual respect and admiration.

Mark Montieth, renowned sports journalist, joins to discuss this period in history, what it means to college basketball fans today and how it has shaped the state’s sports culture.

06/18/2026

📣 For the fourth year in a row, Purdue is a top 10 U.S. public university in the 2027 QS World University Rankings!

This achievement reflects our long-standing dedication to world-class research and educational excellence. 🚂

Learn how Purdue is preparing graduates to thrive in a changing workforce: https://purdue.university/3QPtvbh.

As America marks its 250th birthday, Purdue Agriculture is reflecting on more than 150 years of listening first — to far...
06/17/2026

As America marks its 250th birthday, Purdue Agriculture is reflecting on more than 150 years of listening first — to farmers, communities, students and the quiet logic of the natural world — and responding with science that shapes food, land and life.

From early crop trials and seed certification to drought-resistant sorghum, rural resilience and the next frontiers of AI, the College of Agriculture continues the university’s land-grant mission: turning knowledge into answers that serve people. Learn more. https://purdue.university/4a3IO6L

The best messages are the ones people keep. 💌 Designed to be treasured long after they’re opened, these Purdue greeting...
06/16/2026

The best messages are the ones people keep. 💌

Designed to be treasured long after they’re opened, these Purdue greeting cards honor important eras in the university’s history while leaving plenty of blank space to add memorable words of your own. Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase this special set of stationery, which celebrates America’s 250th anniversary.

Shop today 👉 https://purdue.university/4utroZt

Once you start making connections, the opportunities for success are endless — doctoral student Prosper Kpotufe knows th...
06/15/2026

Once you start making connections, the opportunities for success are endless — doctoral student Prosper Kpotufe knows this well.

He started expanding his network while earning his bachelor’s degree in computer science.

Learn more about his time at Purdue: https://purdue.university/3S4kv2s

What do today’s employers want? Graduates who can navigate an AI-driven world. Purdue is delivering on this — earning an...
06/14/2026

What do today’s employers want? Graduates who can navigate an AI-driven world.

Purdue is delivering on this — earning another spot on Forbes’ “New Ivies” list. By embedding AI competency across disciplines, Purdue is preparing students to meet real workforce needs from Day 1.

Learn more: https://purdue.university/3QpjCAJ

There can be an upside to a setback: “It makes the days that you view as successful feel so much better.” Audrey Powers,...
06/13/2026

There can be an upside to a setback: “It makes the days that you view as successful feel so much better.”

Audrey Powers, vice president of mission and flight operations at Blue Origin, shares how overcoming challenges at Purdue helped her entire career.

See the “Relentless” episode: https://youtu.be/ThHne1ym7pM

06/12/2026

Catch up on the latest from in this week’s "Purdue News Now":

🚂 AD Bobinski announces retirement
📚 Lundstrom named Engineering dean
📈 Trustees approve budget, frozen tuition
💻 Faculty and staff AI resources
🍦 Reception for President Chiang

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