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Welcome to Boiler Scroll & Spotlight, your weekly grapevine about events and activities around you! We bring you the latest news, upcoming events, and essential updates. With a focus on keeping you connected and informed, Boiler Scroll & Spotlight ensures you never miss out on the happenings that matter most to you. From campus events to student achievements, we scroll through it all so you can be informed, be involved and be ahead in your grad journey. 
TEAM NIGHT   

Join us today for our first team in the fall semester.
  • Date: Wednesday, September 16
  • Location: SCHM 112
  • Time: 6pm
  • Food will be provided



PGSG MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Navigating graduate school is easier when you have the right people in your corner!
The PGSG 2026-2027 Mentorship Program is here to connect graduate students with peers who can provide guidance, encouragement, support, and valuable insights throughout the graduate school journey.
Whether you're looking for a mentor to help you navigate graduate school or you're ready to give back as a mentor and support another graduate student, we'd love to have you join our community!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to get started



 
FROM THE CAREER TEAM 

RESUME DROP-IN

Stop by anytime during the hour for a one-on-one resume feedback from career consultants.

Time: Every Thursday, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: PGSC 112. 



Counselor Conversation
 Join Purdue International Student Services (ISS) and Purdue Graduate Student Government (PGSG) for a Counselor Conversation on practical training options for graduate students.
This session will cover the following:
  • The latest guidance on Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and its eligibility pathways.
  • The impact of the new Fixed Period of Admission (FPA) rule on Post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT). Key considerations for students applying for OPT during the upcoming transition period and beyond.
Date: Friday, September 25th
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: PGSC 105
FROM THE DIVERSITY  TEAM 

ADVOCACY HOUR    

Join us for an Advocacy Hour with the Center for Advocacy, Response, and Education 9/16 in the PGSC to learn more about valuable resources available to you at Purdue!

Date: Monday, September 16
Time: 12pm - 1pm
Location: PGSC Lobby



TASTE OF THAILAND    

 Join us for part of our cultural tasting series at the demonstration kitchen in the co-rec 9/24 at 6:00pm. The theme will be Taste of Thailand!
You must register to attend, spots are given on a first come first served basis. You must use the QR code in the advertisement or this link to sign up





HONOR WALK    

Bring your friends to the 4th annual Domestic and Relationship Violence Candle Light Honor Walk. Sign up through the QR Code in the graphic!
Time: October 1st, 7:30pm
Location: Krach Lawn to Memorial Mall
 
FROM THE COMMUNITY TEAM


LITERARY CLUB 

Hey book lovers! Join the PGSG Literary Club this September as we read "The Trial" by Franz Kafka.
OTHER NEWS ACROSS CAMPUS
PGSCenter: THE HOME OF PGSG
 
Make this your home on campus - Purdue Graduate  Student Center is located at 504 Northwestern Avenue, West Lafayette. We are located right in front of the Northwestern Parking Garage. 

PGSCenter is open during to all graduate students Monday through Friday from 8am to 9pm (doors closes at 8:45pm). Enjoy what the Center has to offer! 
Kitchenette equipped with microwaves, full size refrigerator, coffee, hot chocolate, snacks (first come first served basis) & Coke vending machines. Lounge features large screen TV, piano keyboard, board games, etc. We also have 60 seating conference room for seminars, meetings etc. Plus there are many areas to use for study space or meet up with friends!
Let's Talk with CAPS
Preventative  Health Physicals

These are offered each Monday at the NCFH in collaboration with PUSH. Those who are on Purdue's student health insurance are eligible for one of these visits per year. This includes vital signs, vision screening, a full physical exam, blood sugar and cholesterol levels checked, and time to spend discussing your health with the provider. Parking is also validated in the Harrison Street Garage for each patient's appointment!



Mental  Health Screening Day

This is open to any current Purdue student, these FREE 45-minute appointments allow time for someone to talk with one of our caring Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner students in a supportive environment to discuss mental health concerns and be matched with local resources that may help.