Scouting and Purdue University have a shared history spanning decades. Eagle Scout Neil Armstrong attended Purdue before carrying a World Scout Badge to the surface of the Moon. He’s one of countless Boilermakers whose character was shaped by Scouting long before they ever set foot on campus.
We want to highlight how our organization has contributed to Purdue University and local Scouting through three pillars: Service, Leadership, and Fellowship.
Service
In the 2025-26 academic year, Scouting Purdue contributed 526 hours of service to the Sagamore Council through the following events & projects:
- Cub Haunted
- University of Scouting
- University of Scouting Mobile App Development
- Council Annual Recognition Luncheon
- Mom & Me Cub Scout Weekend
- Cary Camp Sound System
- Scouting 4 Eggs
Scouting Purdue also had our first ever Council Shoulder Patch (CSP) sale and with the incredible support of our community, we raised $2114 for the Sagamore Council to directly benefit local Scouting.
Leadership
“There is no teaching to compare with example.” Sir Robert Baden-Powell’s words continue to ring true today and this year, Scouting Purdue put them into practice. Our Executive Board grew our organization’s reach, planned events, and coordinated fundraising and budgets while the Pinewood Derby Committee brought a scouting classic to campus for the first time ever.
In addition to providing leadership opportunities, Scouting Purdue hosts alumni to share insights and lessons they’ve learned over the course of their careers.
Gary Lehman, Chairman on the Purdue Board of Trustees
Chris Jones, Director of Robotic Power Tools at Stryker
Fellowship
Our organization seeks to bring together Purdue students, faculty, and staff who share an appreciation for Scouting and how it shaped their lives. Through fellowship events we’ve created a close-knit group dedicated to spreading the values of Scouting.
We foster fellowship through:
- Campouts
- Hikes
- Movie Nights
- Game Nights
Our Mission
Our mission is to build a fellowship-based service organization rooted in Scouting values, dedicated to leadership, cheerful service, and personal growth. You can help us continue to achieve this mission by donating or sharing our organization with your friends and family. We sincerely appreciate your interest in our organization and for considering to support us.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support is what keeps us moving forward.
If you’d like to learn more visit our About Us page or email us at scouting@purdue.edu.