Our Stories

Purdue’s legacy is built on victories and heroes, each with their own inspiring story. These are some of our favorites.

Our Stories

Purdue’s legacy is built on victories and heroes, each with their own inspiring story. These are some of our favorites.

Who is your Purdue hero? If you know a Boilermaker who has made a lasting difference for you or the university, we want to hear more! Share your story with us, and we may feature it here in the future.

The world needs Boilermakers

When the world needs something more—more grit, more vision, more heroes—Boilermakers come through. This is your time.

Famed Purdue plant geneticist will be honored for his lifesaving research.
Transformational gift will support three university initiatives.
Three Purdue alumni were also among the 2026 inductees.
Disability doesn’t slow alum pursuing a second Purdue degree.
Persistence propels volleyball star to Deaflympics.
Longtime engineering professor reflects on a seminal career.