what city and state is purdue university located in
Purdue University Purdue University is a public research university in West Lafayette, Indiana, and is the flagship campus of the Purdue University system.[6] The university was founded in 1869 after Lafayette businessman John Purdue donated land and money to establish a college of science, technology, and agriculture in his name.[7] The first classes were held on September 16, 1874, with six instructors and 39 students.[7]