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Office of Student and Community Engagement

The Office of Student and Community Engagement creates pathways for student belonging, faculty and staff recognition and community connection here in Indianapolis. This is where engagement, identity and impact for current and future Boilermakers come together. Explore how you can get involved as a student, faculty member or community partner.  

KEY INITIATIVES

Student Engagement & Belonging

Creating spaces and programs that amplify student identity, celebrate achievements and cultivate a strong sense of belonging on campus.

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Community Partnerships & Civic Engagement

Strengthening Purdue’s role as a civic anchor through collaborative and reciprocal partnerships with local community leaders and organizations.

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Faculty & Staff Engagement

Recognizing the essential contributions of Purdue faculty and staff who mentor, collaborate and lead engagement efforts.

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K-12 Partnerships & Pathways

Expanding Purdue’s impact at local schools through campus visit days, STEM initiatives and sustained outreach that fosters higher education access and trust.

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EXPLORE THE LAUNCH PAD

Your hub for connectivity and community on campus. Explore our programming and visit us today! 

Are you a current student looking to get involved with our programming? Or a community partner interested in our engagement efforts? We want to hear from you!  

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