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There’s no one way to be a Boilermaker. Read these Boilermakers’ stories of persistence.

I used the DRC as a student. Now I work there, getting students access to the services they need.

I never needed accommodations until my sophomore year, but the DRC didn’t hesitate to offer the help I needed.

My experience with Crohn’s is the reason I’m studying to be a pharmacist.

Once I finally got on board with my ADHD diagnosis, it felt like I was embracing myself.

People often question my abilities. But once they get to know me, they see I have solid ideas.

I’m a positive person, and the DRC’s support helps build on that. I can participate in college life like anybody.

Early on, there was a disconnect with everything that I read. In third grade, I was diagnosed with dyslexia.

Uplifting communities, informing students and providing authentic perspectives — the Boiler Ambassador Program finds innovative ways to enhance life across campus.

Joshua Gregory chose to come to Purdue after falling in love with the campus and people during a summer engineering program.

Isabella Sirit says campus resources and support from faculty and staff made all the difference in her success and growth.

Purdue University is rooted in over 150 years of traditions. These traditions unite all Boilermakers.