Boiler Scroll & Spotlight
News and more... Be informed, be involved, be ahead!!!
Welcome to Boiler Scroll & Spotlight, your weekly grapevine about events and activities around you! We bring you the latest news, upcoming events, and essential updates. With a focus on keeping you connected and informed, Boiler Scroll & Spotlight ensures you never miss out on the happenings that matter most to you. From campus events to student achievements, we scroll through it all so you can be informed, be involved and be ahead in your grad journey.
EVENTS
Intensive Writing Experience
The Intensive Writing Experience (IWE) gives graduate students in good standing with their programs time to write or revise their master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation with support from Purdue OWL staff.
For spring break 2026, IWE will be held in person Monday through Friday, March 16-20, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Space is limited.
Dates/Times: March 16-20, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Application Period: February 26-March 8, 2026
Eligibility: Master’s or PhD students completing a thesis or dissertation
How to Apply: Complete the application survey here
For more information, see the information sheet here or email Writing.Lab@purdue.edu and include IWE in the subject line.
ADVOCACY HOUR
Please join us on Thursday March 12th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Purdue Graduate Student Center Lobby to learn more about valuable resources available to students!
FROM THE COMMUNITY TEAM: MHAW 2026
Join us next week for the annual Spring Semester Mental Health Action Week! We have the whole week full of exciting events highlighting mental health resources and socials to help de-stress and relax with your fellow graduate students. Sign up for each event with the respective QR codes. Slots for each event are limited.
Cat Cafe Social & Ice Cream Social
For MHAW Day 3, we have something fun planned! Meet us over on main street in Lafayette from 5pm to 7pm and either grab a free scoop of ice cream on us or visit the cute kitties over at Lazy Cat Cafe. Only the first 20 sign ups will receive a spot at Lazy Cat, while the first 50 sign ups will receive a free scoop at Every's.
PCGC: Navigating Grad Life Stressors
The Purdue Counseling and Guidance Center is collaborating with the Community Team this MHAW to bring an interactive workshop to you. Sign up to visit PGSC on Thursday, March 5th from 5:30-7:30pm and participate. Dinner will be provided.
Montessori School of Greater Lafayette Is Hiring!
Montessori School of Greater Lafayette Is Hiring!
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with your network!
Elementary Teacher Salary: $45,000–$50,000
Executive Director Starting Salary: $65,000–$75,000 with high growth potential up to $100,000. Apply here
Elementary Teacher Salary: $45,000–$50,000
Executive Director Starting Salary: $65,000–$75,000 with high growth potential up to $100,000. Apply here







