Secret #7 - Student Life
Having a life outside of class will be an important part of your success in college. As a Big Ten university, Purdue offers many opportunities for you to balance academics with your social life. The more you get involved, the more you’ll feel at home in West Lafayette.
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things to doPurdue students have no shortage of ways to relax and have fun. Here are a few activities to consider: › Join a student CLUB — This is one of the best ways to meet people at Purdue and develop a group of friends. You might get involved in a club related to your hobbies, interests, major, or something you’ve always wanted to try, such as skydiving or improvisational comedy. › PLAY SPORTS — Athletes have many outlets at Purdue. Recreational sports are fun and social, allowing anyone to play. Club sports allow students to play on teams that compete against other universities. Plus, Purdue has varsity teams that compete at the NCAA Division I level. Students interested in playing a Purdue varsity sport can visit www.purduesports.com/playforpurdue for more information. › Branch Out — With organizations such as the Purdue “All-American” Marching Band and the Latin & Ballroom Dance Club, you can nurture your artistic/musical talent. › Embrace Culture — Campus › Explore the area — Spend some free time venturing around campus and exploring the Lafayette–West Lafayette community. Find your favorite hangout in the Purdue Memorial Union. Try out the restaurants, theaters, and shops within walking/biking distance of Purdue, such as the local favorite sushi restaurant, Kokoro. |
Unique to Purdue› Fountain runs — Running through › Slayter Hill — Sledding down Slayter › Triple XXX — Featured on the Food › Battle for the bucket — At the › GRAND PRIX — Known as “The Greatest
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So much to do … |
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| Athletics › Varsity › Recreational / Club Clubs and Activities |
Arts and Culture › Convocations › Galleries › Black Cultural Center › Latino Cultural Center › Native American Educational and Cultural Center › Purdue Bands › Purdue Musical Organizations |






