Support and Fun - Indianapolis
As a member of the Early Start program, students make lifelong friendships and get to know the campus before their peers arrive in the Fall. The relationships students form will help develop a strong sense of belonging and encourage academic and career success. Early Start is a great way to make Purdue your home away from home! While we are primarily here to support academic success, we know it is important to have fun.
Academic and Social Support
GS 12000 and GS 12001
The Catalyst Learning community is designed to facilitate a strong campus community, mentorship, and connect students to campus resources that support mental and academic health, strengthen time management skills, and write at the college/business level. GS 12000 is the summer learning community and GS 120001 is the fall learning community.
Peer Mentors
Each Early Start student will be paired with a Peer Mentor - someone who has already started during the summer. These students will be the go-to for any questions regarding day-to-day college life. They’ve been here for a while now and are happy to help students thrive!
Resident Assistants (RAs)
RAs are trained peer leaders who supervise residents in a residence hall. They foster student success by facilitating residents' social and academic growth as they live and learn on campus.
Additional Academic Support
- Academic advising
- Counseling services
- Academic resources
- Emergency services
- And more!
Fun Summer Events!
There is an entire community of support surrounding our students! But we’re not ALL about studying. Early Start will provide weekly events and field trips to help students make friendships that will last a lifetime.
List of Prior Summer Events
- Purdue Trivia
- Not Your Grandma's Bingo
- Summer Concert Series
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Field Day
- Talent Show
- De-Stress Fest