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Support the Center for C-SPAN Scholarship & Engagement

At the Center for C-SPAN Scholarship & Engagement, every gift, no matter the size, fuels our ability to create groundbreaking programs that positively impact Purdue students, faculty and alumni.

 Your generosity empowers us to:

Support Boilers Go to D.C. Program scholarships.

  • Make students’ dreams of studying or working in Washington D.C. a reality
  • Innovative Programs; Boilers Go to D.C. Maymester, Summer Scholars Internship Program, and D.C. Fellowships
  • Purdue students from any major can take advantage of these immersive programs in the heart of our nation’s capital 
CCSE Student Community Executive Board

Expand programs for the CCSE Student Community

  • Creating a Community for students passionate about current events, politics, communication, and government
  • Inspiring non-partisan discussions, open dialogue, and critical thinking
  • Connecting students with Purdue alumni and experienced professionals from government, media, industry, and more
Student Participants in the Video Research Institute - Summer 2024

Advancing groundbreaking research for faculty and students through impactful grants and programs. 

  • Conducting multimedia research across academic fields using video, audio, and text from the C-SPAN Video Library
  • Collaborating with scholars and researchers from Purdue University and around the world
  • Expanding the boundaries of interdisciplinary research to investigate theoretical concepts and address real-world issues 
CCSE at the Public Impact Fair

Ensure the growth of the Center’s operations and engaging programs. 

  • The CCSE is a featured part of the Brian Lamb School of Communication

  • Our programs at Purdue continue to broaden awareness, expand access, and increase use of the C-SPAN Video Library

  • Working with Purdue students, faculty, and alumni with research, learning, and civic engagement initiatives 

Student Testimonials

“I have learned how to network effectively, have gained the tools to kickstart my career, and made quality memories with other Purdue students, all while growing my strengths as a student and working professional.” 

Rosalie Degenhart, Class of 2026

” I thought I had my future planned out. However, connecting with so many diverse agencies and accomplished individuals through the CCSE has opened my eyes to a variety of different career paths where I could envision a successful future for myself.” 

Melissa Scartezini, Class of 2027