Alumni Information | Purdue Libraries (2024)

Explore Digital Resources:

• Dive into a curated list of freely available databases featured on our A to Z database list.
• Log into your Purdue for Life account for additional licensed resources. Resources include Adam Matthew Explorer, the Chronicle of Higher Education, CQ Press Library, GoinGlobal, Project Muse, Sage Journals, Sage Research Methods, and Weiss Financial Ratings Series. If you haven't set up your Purdue for Life account, you can do so by clicking on the “First-time log-in?” link on the same page.

Go Back in Time by Exploring Purdue History:
Explore the rich heritage of Purdue with resources provided by Archives and Special Collections, including rare books that date back to the 15th century, historical newspapers, past year books, and exhibitions around famous alumni such as Amelia Earhart.

• Debris: (1889–2008): Purdue student yearbooks include photographs and information on students and faculty, various schools, departments, and campus organizations.
• Purdue Exponent (1889–2017): Purdue newspapers containing information on key events on campus, major changes and decisions made, new departments and organizations, and student and faculty profiles.
• Purdue Alumnus (1909–2022): "Purdue Alumnus" magazine—referred to as "Bulletin of the Purdue Alumni Association" in its early years—is the flagship publication of the Purdue for Life Foundation. It aims to inform, inspire, and entertain readers through stories that provide insight into Purdue University and its initiatives, alumni, students, faculty, and staff.
• Oral History Program Collection: This collection captures reminiscences by individuals who have been associated with the growth, change, and history of the university. These interviews enrich our understanding of Purdue by retaining and providing access to oral evidence of past decisions, events, accomplishments, and programs through first-hand accounts by individuals who participated in or actively observed the evolution of the University.
• Newsreels and Year in Review recordings: These recordings serve as comprehensive audio-visual retrospectives, encapsulating the essence of academic advancements, vibrant student activities, architectural developments, athletic triumphs, and memorable special events that define each passing year.
• Purdue Campus Facilities and Buildings Historic Database: Delve into the rich history of the West Lafayette campus, tracing its evolution through interactive maps and detailed records. This collaborative project offers insights into Purdue's architectural heritage, from its earliest structures to its modern landmarks. Discover the stories behind each building, from their construction details to the generous donors who contributed to their development.