Everything you need to build and launch

Our premier annual startup competition. Founders from across the Midwest come to Purdue to pitch, compete, and connect with investors, mentors, and the broader startup community. BoilerLaunch features live pitching rounds, expert judges, workshops, and networking — all built around one goal: helping the best student ventures take their next big step.

The Forge is our ongoing speaker series that brings in founders, operators, and investors to share real stories from the startup world. These are candid conversations — not polished keynotes — focused on what actually works, what fails, and how to navigate the hardest parts of building a company.

A structured accelerator-style program for the most promising student ventures at Purdue. Cohort-based, application-driven, with dedicated mentorship, demo day, and funding opportunities. Applications will open for our inaugural cohort soon.

Low-key founder meetups where students with startup ideas come together to share what they're building, find co-founders, and get early feedback. No pressure, no pitch decks required — just a space for builders to meet other builders.

Get paired with a mentor from our network of Purdue alumni, local founders, and Midwest investors. Our mentors provide strategic guidance, connect you to the right people, and help you avoid the most common early-stage mistakes.

Hands-on workshops covering the core skills every early-stage founder needs. Topics range from fundraising mechanics and pitch deck design to product-market fit, go-to-market strategy, and team building. Led by practitioners with real experience building companies.