A Galway man writes about the striking contrast between student life in Ireland and the US
West Lafayette, Indiana, a town of 45,000 residents, is located about 2½ hours from Chicago. The town’s population swells during the academic year thanks to Purdue University, a public institution founded in 1869 after local businessman John Purdue donated land and money to establish a college focused on science, technology, and agriculture.
While the team has had limited success since its golden years in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the stadium sells out every autumn when thousands of locals and alumni return to support the latest generation of Boilermakers. This passion for college sports is not just about entertainment – it drives significant revenue through ticket sales, merchandising, and media rights.
Student-athletes are not paid, but receive scholarships. In return, they gain world-class coaching, nutrition, and a competitive environment to hone their skills, fostering a strong sense of community and pride.A couple of years later, I found myself equally invested in Notre Dame football. This pride extends beyond sports – alumni networks are robust and supportive, with members often helping each other professionally.
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