The Engineering Experience

Choosing between schools can be a great feat. There are many aspects of college that are important to weigh when picking your future home. I know, when I was in this position, I was nervous about choosing the right school that would fit my needs. However, I am here to make this decision slightly easier by telling you what to consider while choosing your path for the next four years, and how Purdue fulfilled all of my aspirations. Community For my college experience, the presence of a strong community was necessary. I wanted to feel like I belonged as soon as I stepped foot on campus and avoid the dreaded imposter syndrome. I am happy to report that Purdue, specifically the Women in Engineering Program, welcomed me with open arms. As soon as I was admitted, I received support from the Women in Engineering Program, ensuring that I belonged at Purdue. Even as I was moving into campus, I felt a strong community immediately by living in the Women in Engineering Living and Learning Co...

When you first get accepted into the engineering program at Purdue, you will be considered a first-year engineering (FYE) student. This is because Purdue offers the transition to major (T2M) process where after fulfilling the FYE requirements – program specific GPA, EAI, and completing all FYE classes, you will have the opportunity to select which top two disciplines of engineering you want to pursue for the rest of your undergraduate years at Purdue. Although this process may sound a bit nerve racking, I can assure you, considering that there are 16 engineering degree programs to choose from, this is an ideal process to help guide students in which program to pursue. At first, the Transition to Major (T2M) process was one of the more intimidating parts of my freshman year, but honestly, it’s not as daunting as it seems. I always knew I wanted to pursue Mechanical Engineering, but I feared that not meeting the requirements would result in a different path. Now looking back as a sophomo...

December marks a busy time on Purdue’s campus – between the end of classes, finals preparation, travel logistics, and holiday celebrations, there is always something to do. Events and resources around campus help students balance seasonal festivities with academic obligations. Christmas Show Purdue’s Annual Christmas Show has been a popular tradition for over ninety years with singing, dancing, and decorated set pieces at Elliott Hall of Music. The show is hosted by Purdue Musical Organizations, which is composed of Purdue Bells (handbell choir), Purdue Heart and Soul (soprano, alto, tenor, bass choir), Purduettes (two soprano and two alto sections choir), Purdue University Choir (mixed voice choral), and Purdue Varsity Glee Club. Tickets go on sale in November; if you can’t make it in person, streaming is also available on the PMO website. Free Food A variety of individual colleges, academic and professional societies, Greek life, religious groups, and student organizations offer free...