Build Purdue

Programs

Our flagship initiatives for builders at Purdue—each with a clear outcome.

  • UpcomingSpring8 weeksPurdue (West Lafayette) + hybrid

    Flagship Accelerator

    An accelerator for founders who already have something built.

    Selective spring cohort focused on shipping faster, talking to users, and growing real usage. Weekly partner meetings, mentor office hours, and a scoped milestone every Friday. Culminates in a public demo and warm investor intros.

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  • UpcomingYear-roundAsynchronous

    BuilderBase

    The alumni + mentor network for Purdue entrepreneurs.

    Members can book 1:1 calls with mentors, share what they're building, and get access to Purdue-only roles, micro-grants, and partner perks. Mentors can post exclusive opportunities and filter by domain or stage.

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  • Now runningFall & SpringWeekly

    Interview Series

    Weekly conversations with Purdue founders and builders.

    Candid, practical interviews that focus on what actually moved the needle: early distribution, first hires, scope cuts, and lessons from things that didn’t work.

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  • UpcomingFall 20251 dayCoRec Gym

    Demo Day 2025

    Showcase of products shipped during the Fall semester.

    End-of-term expo at the CoRec where teams demo live builds to students, mentors, and partners. No slides—just working software and hardware.

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