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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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Auxiliary Services

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.

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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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🚌 Campus Transit is expanding! The Ross-Ade a 🚌 Campus Transit is expanding! 

The Ross-Ade and Purdue Mall routes are getting new stops and extended coverage to make getting around campus easier and more convenient this season. ❄️ 

These updates come directly from rider feedback and campus collaboration. 

Check out the new routes on the Campus Transit app or at the 🔗 in bio.
🎄 Heading home for the holidays? ✈️  Skip 🎄 Heading home for the holidays? ✈️ 

Skip the long drive and fly local from Purdue University Airport! 

Daily flights to Chicago O’Hare make it easy to connect anywhere you’re going this season.
🔬 “I enjoy training new technicians. It combi 🔬 “I enjoy training new technicians. It combines my love for teaching and science.”  

Meet Brody, senior environmental technician with Environmental Health and Safety and a Purdue employee since 2022. Whether he is managing hazardous waste in campus labs, riding his bike, or walking his dog, Brody brings energy and expertise to everything he does. 

By helping labs run smoothly, Brody powers Purdue research, teaching and innovation every single day. 

💬 Hear Brody’s story and join us in celebrating those who power Purdue.
🍂 The last Purdue Farmers Market of the season 🍂 The last Purdue Farmers Market of the season is tomorrow! 

Head to Memorial Mall from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to grab your favorite local produce, treats and fall finds before the market wraps up for the year. 🎃🥕 

See you there for one last market day! ✨
💧 As temperatures drop, Purdue’s fountains wi 💧 As temperatures drop, Purdue’s fountains will soon be turned off and winterized for the season. 

This protects them during the colder months and ensures they’re ready to return in the spring. 

Enjoy their beauty across campus while they’re still flowing! 🍂
🎉 Welcome back, Boilermakers — it’s Homecom 🎉 Welcome back, Boilermakers — it’s Homecoming Weekend! 🖤💛 

With more visitors on campus, plan for heavier traffic and limited parking near Ross-Ade Stadium and across campus. 

🚗 Plan ahead and allow extra time 
🚶 Stay alert for pedestrians and shuttles 
🚧 Follow posted signs and directions from attendants 

Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe this Homecoming weekend! 🎈
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