It all started with an insult. The more “civilized” institutions labeled Purdue’s football team a bunch of “blue collar bullies.”
The comment was unenlightened. But the name stuck.
Perhaps because there was some truth to it.
are strong-willed. Hard working. Skilled at not just simple trades, but masters of the often insurmountable challenge of making something – out of nothing.
- View some of the campus leaders who are sporting Purdue wear this fall.
- Purchase your Purdue spirit wear at one of our participating retailers.
- Local businesses offer special treatment for Boilermaker fans wearing school colors on Fridays. Learn more.
- Get your Boilermaker Fridays window clings, which are available, free of charge, at the Purdue Visitor Information Center, 504 Northwestern Ave.
- Participate in the storefront spirit contest. Or vote for your favorite storefront on the Purdue Athletics Facebook page.
- From Homecoming to Boilermaker Special Free Ride Fridays, there are plenty of great events planned, including tickets (still available) for all of the Boilermaker home football games. Check them out.