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October 5, 2026
| Hello, Boilermakers!
October brings several reasons to be proud of what we're building together.
The energy and commitment of our campus community are evident throughout this month’s stories, and I hope you’ll take time to engage with the opportunities and accomplishments highlighted in this month’s newsletter. I encourage you to take advantage of the vaccine clinic available on campus and enjoy a special discount available for the World Food Championships.
In this issue, you’ll read about the topping-out ceremony for the Academic Success Building, a milestone that reflects Purdue’s long-term commitment to Indianapolis and the students we serve. You’ll also find a recap of our Fall Launch open house, which showcased the energy and enthusiasm shaping our campus community. Finally, I’m pleased to recognize five faculty and staff members whose dedication and contributions continue to make a meaningful impact.
Thank you for all you do each day to support our students, colleagues and campus.
Boiler Up!
David M. Umulis Senior Vice Provost for Purdue University in Indianapolis
| EVENTS
World Food Championships offers discount code for tickets
Purdue University is proud to partner with the World Food Championships (WFC) Oct. 15-18 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis. Known as “Indy’s Most Delicious Event,” WFC brings together world-class food, exciting culinary competitions, live music and family-friendly entertainment. WFC is pleased to offer an exclusive 50% discount on tickets to Purdue students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends.
Get tickets here.Use discount code “PURDUE” at checkout to receive your exclusive 50% discount. Restrictions apply to Pizzafest and parking passes.
Walk-in vaccine clinic for Purdue faculty, staff and students in Indianapolis
The Purdue community is eligible to receive a free flu vaccine between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 16 in the Indianapolis Student Center, Room 102. Other state-required immunizations for students will also be available. Individuals coming for a vaccine should bring their Purdue University ID card, their government ID and insurance card.
The walk-in clinic is a partnership between Purdue’s Center for Healthy Living and the Purdue University Pharmacy.
| NEWS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Academic Success Building reaches construction milestone with topping-out ceremony
Purdue University celebrated a milestone Sept. 17 as the final steel beam was lifted into place — or topped out — on the south side of the Academic Success Building in Indianapolis, marking the highest point of construction on a facility designed to support student success for generations to come. Read more.
Fall Launch open house showcases Purdue’s growing Indianapolis presence
More than 130 Purdue University faculty and staff from Indianapolis and West Lafayette spent Sept. 11 building connections with colleagues and exploring the growing campus in the capital city while gaining a closer look at the vision shaping its future. Read more.
