October 2025
Student Feature
Leadership Through Curiosity and Balance
At Purdue in Indianapolis, leadership action and ideals are often stimulated through curiosity, connection and the courage to step into new experiences. Emily Zheng, a resident assistant (RA) at LUX on Capitol in Indianapolis, recently participated in such an opportunity when she joined faculty and peers in downtown Indianapolis for First Friday at the Factory Arts District, a monthly cultural celebration that showcases local artists and their work.
Student Feature
Celebrating 50 Years of RHA
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Andrew Steger, president of RHA, shares more about his involvement in RHA and the organization's activities this year.
Program Feature
Building Leaders and Preparing for Future Growth
University Residences recently hosted a weekend retreat for student leaders as Residential Life evolves to continue developing the leadership potential of Boilermakers.Program Feature
Taking Steps to Build Leaders Within a New Framework
The development of student leaders in University Residences and Dining & Culinary is taking place in conjunction with a new framework of leadership being implemented across Student Life, led by the Roger C. Stewart Office of Student Leadership, Engagement and Community (SLEC). The new framework creates a common language around leadership so students can translate experiences across their Purdue experience.