Famous Purdue Alumni | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Sports

Famous Purdue Alumni

We must remember the famous people who once walked around campus just like us.

204
Famous Purdue Alumni

As students at Purdue University, we like to believe we are better than anyone else (particularly IU). As we make our case for being the best, we must remember all the famous people that have earned their degrees from Purdue and continued to do amazing things in the world. Listed below are just a FEW of the famous people:     


Charles Alton Ellis:

This name might not sound familiar, but he is the brains structural design of the Golden Gate Bridge. Initially, he was not given credit for the designs because he was in a feud with Joseph Strauss, but Ellis had signed the design and was eventually recognized in 2007. 

David Boudia: David graduated high school in 2008 and is frequently spotted walking around Purdue University. He has been a member of the United States National Diving Team since 2005 and won a gold medal in the 2012 Summer Olympics.   

Mike Neal: Mike Neal attended Purdue University from 2005 to 2009. He was then drafted in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers. He is still a linebacker for Green Bay and has Super Bowl ring to show for it.   

Orville Redenbacher:

Orville Redenbacher grew up selling popcorn out of the back of his car. He later attended Purdue University and graduated in 1928. He is known for his delicious popcorn that is still sold throughout the United States.    

Drew Brees:

Drew Brees is among the most famous of Purdue Alumni. While at Purdue, he established two NCAA records, 19 Purdue records, and 13 Big Ten conference records. Brees was the first pick of the second round during the 2001 NFL draft. He currently plays for the New Orleans Saints. The Saints won the Super Bowl in 2009 where Brees was named the Super Bowl MVP.    

Neil Armstrong: Most people know Armstrong from his academic building and statue outside of it. He attending Purdue University and was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He is most known as the first person to walk on the Moon. 
Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
I'm serious

There are tons of unisex names that are popular: Taylor, Alex, Bailey, etc. There are also numerous names that are used for both sexes, but they’re not seen as “unisex” yet. People are slowly becoming accustomed to the dual use of these names, but for the most part, in their minds they associate certain names with certain sexes. And that leaves those of us with these names in many awkward situations.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

16 Secrets Anthropology Majors Never Admit To

You know that all of these things apply to you. You'll just never tell.

5660
cave
CSU

I'm an anthropology major, and I love every minute of it. I couldn't tell you why, but I guess there's just something about studying different lifestyles that absolutely fascinates me. But anthropology majors definitely have our weird sides, especially when you go to a school that is filled with mostly Business and Bio majors. But us weirdos definitely have a lot in common, specifically these 16 things.

Keep Reading...Show less
pale girl

Everyone has insecurities, that's just a fact. You didn't ask to be born this way. You didn't ask to inherit the one trait no one else in your family has. And you definitely didn't ask to be this ghostly white. But as soon as you've learned to live with it for a while (less wrinkles later on in life, right? right???) someone has to ruin it for you. They have to flaunt they're perfectly tanned body from Spring Break and hold their sun-kissed skin against yours. But I've had enough... here are the things that perpetually pale individuals are tired of hearing.

Keep Reading...Show less
music sheet

Being a music major is not all kicks and giggles. In fact, there are days when I question my sanity and doubt myself as a musician. I know I am not the only one going through the struggle, and so here are 13 GIFs that I know my fellow music majors can relate to...

Keep Reading...Show less
Bob's Burgers
Flickr

1. The witty burger names.

Blue is the warmest cheese burger

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments