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    We are committed to safely and reliably serving our campus customers while supporting both the university’s day-to-day operations and the strategic vision for the future.

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    Service Worker Appreciation

    Genoveva Lopez, a custodian with Building Services, has been with Purdue for 32 years. National Custodian Day is an opportunity to recognize Genoveva and other custodians for all they do for the Boilermaker community.

    We Power Purdue

    Every day, hundreds of dedicated service workers help keep Purdue running. From maintaining our learning environments to preparing campus for major events like commencement, their work powers the experiences that make this university thrive.

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    Purdue University and Small Modular Nuclear Reactors

    Home to one of the nation’s top nuclear engineering programs and a national leader in energy innovation that is scalable and sustainable, Purdue and its experts are uniquely qualified to study small modular and advanced reactor technology.
    Learn more about our work with Duke Energy and the Indiana Office of Energy Development:

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    Retail Dining

    Purdue Memorial Union’s Atlas Family Marketplace has a wide variety of dining options to satisfy you. From Starbucks® to sushi, we have you covered.

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    The Spa Union Club Hotel

    The Spa is a boutique wellness retreat nestled in the Union Club Hotel at Purdue University.

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    Operations & Maintenance

    Class of 1939 Water Sculpture

    Our Operations and Maintenance department is responsible for maintaining the iconic fountains on the West Lafayette campus.

    Grounds

    Landscaping

    Campus flowers are propagated and grown in the department’s greenhouses. Flowers are then planted and maintained in flower beds, pots and hanging baskets around campus.

    Amelia Earhart Terminal

    Physical Facilities

    Amelia Earhart Terminal

    Construction on the Amelia Earhart Terminal is ongoing while commercial airfare started in May 2024. The terminal project is expected to be completed in September 2025.

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    Auxiliary Services

    Purdue Airport

    Now offering commercial air service, the Purdue Airport provides many opportunities for our campus.

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    Public Safety

    ETS Boxes

    Nearly 300 Emergency Telephone System (ETS) boxes are located at almost every street intersection and other strategic locations on campus. The ETS boxes are yellow or black, have a blue light on top and are marked “EMERGENCY” or “911.”

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    Grounds

    Tree Planting

    The arborists remove and plant trees as part of the carefully developed Campus Tree Care Plan, a continuous improvement effort that guides the assessment, care and management of campus trees.

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    Auxiliary Services

    Retail Dining

    Purdue Memorial Union’s Atlas Family Marketplace has a wide variety of dining options to satisfy you. From Starbucks® to sushi, we have you covered.

    Learn more

    Auxiliary Services

    The Spa Union Club Hotel

    The Spa is a boutique wellness retreat nestled in the Union Club Hotel at Purdue University.

    Learn More

    Operations & Maintenance

    Class of 1939 Water Sculpture

    Our Operations and Maintenance department is responsible for maintaining the iconic fountains on the West Lafayette campus.

    Grounds

    Landscaping

    Campus flowers are propagated and grown in the department’s greenhouses. Flowers are then planted and maintained in flower beds, pots and hanging baskets around campus.

    Amelia Earhart Terminal

    Physical Facilities

    Amelia Earhart Terminal

    Construction on the Amelia Earhart Terminal is ongoing while commercial airfare started in May 2024. The terminal project is expected to be completed in September 2025.

    Learn More

    Auxiliary Services

    Purdue Airport

    Now offering commercial air service, the Purdue Airport provides many opportunities for our campus.

    Learn More

    Public Safety

    ETS Boxes

    Nearly 300 Emergency Telephone System (ETS) boxes are located at almost every street intersection and other strategic locations on campus. The ETS boxes are yellow or black, have a blue light on top and are marked “EMERGENCY” or “911.”

    Learn More

    Grounds

    Tree Planting

    The arborists remove and plant trees as part of the carefully developed Campus Tree Care Plan, a continuous improvement effort that guides the assessment, care and management of campus trees.

    Learn More

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    From all of us in Administrative Operations, wishi From all of us in Administrative Operations, wishing the Purdue community a safe, restful and joyful holiday season. 

Thank you to everyone who helps power Purdue every day. ✨
    ❄️ Stay safe on snowy and icy walkways this winter ❄️ Stay safe on snowy and icy walkways this winter. 

Slow down, use handrails, wear slip-resistant footwear and stick to cleared paths whenever possible. 

Swipe for winter walking tips, and find more resources at the 🔗 in bio.
    ❄️ Winter weather reminder. Designated snow rout ❄️ Winter weather reminder. 

Designated snow routes are in place on and near the West Lafayette campus to support snow removal during winter weather events. If two or more inches of snow is forecasted, vehicles may need to be moved from these routes. 

Stay informed and review snow routes and parking guidance at the 🔗 in bio.
    Starting Jan. 10, reservations will be required to Starting Jan. 10, reservations will be required to ride the free Campus Connect shuttle between West Lafayette and Indianapolis. 

📲 Reserve your ride in the R2U Connect app 
 ✉️ Sign up with your Purdue email to ride free 
 🔔 Keep the app updated for schedule notifications 

Spring schedules and stop locations are available at the 🔗 in bio.
    🔐 Winter recess building access reminder. During 🔐 Winter recess building access reminder. 

During winter break, several Purdue and IU Indianapolis buildings will move to fob or badge-only access, including the Student Center and Sigma Theta Tau. 

If you plan to be on campus, review building access details and service adjustments at the 🔗 in bio.
    🚌 An additional Campus Connect shuttle trip from W 🚌 An additional Campus Connect shuttle trip from West Lafayette to Indianapolis will run Dec. 15–18, departing the Purdue Memorial Union at 5:30 a.m. and arriving in Indianapolis at 7 a.m. 

All other departure times remain the same.
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