Luke Lael: Supported from every side
Supported from every side — that’s my life at Purdue
As someone who identifies with the LGBTQ+ community, senior Luke Lael says that the top-ranked resources offered at Purdue have been crucial toward the acceptance and affirmation he experiences as a Boilermaker.
“Here at Purdue, you feel uplifted by community resources,” he says. “My mom and I both find safety in knowing that Purdue ranks as one of the best colleges for LGBTQ+ students. We know I have support from all aspects of campus life.”
A centerpiece of the support LGBTQ+ Boilermakers receive is the five-star LGBTQ Cultural Center on campus and the community that comes with it, but the underlying culture of well-rounded health is what makes the available resources so authentic.
“There are multiple campus resources that contribute. The first is Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). I really appreciate the fact that we have dedicated professionals on campus that are here to help those in need,” he says.
“Most of all, it’s a close-knit community in West Lafayette. We’re all proud Boilermakers and we all protect and uplift each other. It’s so refreshing knowing I’ll always have a community here.”
