4 Reasons You'll FALL in Love with Purdue

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Fall is a great season! It is finally sweater weather; there’s pumpkins and beautiful trees and hot apple cider. And being at Purdue makes it even better - here are some of my favorite things!


1. Campus Has Fall ~Vibes~

When fall hits campus, you know it! The leaves start to change colors and our campus becomes even more beautiful than it already was. I love to relax and take a break from studying by spending time outside or taking walks around campus with my friends.

2. Trips to Local Corn Maze

Each year, many student organizations and other groups plan trips to a nearby corn maze called Exploration Acres! In addition to a corn maze, they also have a pumpkin patch. Not only are these trips fun ways for students to explore what else the Greater Lafayette area has to offer, they serve as great photo opportunities in your favorite fall sweater. 

3. Purdue Traditions

Purdue has many on-campus traditions and often you will have a chance to try out many of them during BGR (freshman orientation program)! These include fountain runs, den pops, and many more. But these aren’t just for your first few weeks on campus, make sure to continue them throughout the year, and what better time than during fall?

4. Get Involved in the Community

After spending your first few weeks getting acclimated to campus, it’s always nice to try something new during the fall season! Volunteering with the local community is a great way to do that. From local food banks to animal shelters, there are many ways to do this. One of my favorites is Winterization - a volunteer event put on specifically for Purdue students to help those in Lafayette prepare their homes for the upcoming winter. What a great way to give back and get involved! 


Madeleine Hollinger, ChE '21

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