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Campus Life
Campus Life
There’s no community quite like this one.
Ask Purchase students their favorite thing about Purchase, and most often, their answers will share a theme—the sense of community.
It’s the people and the place. Often described as a bubble—in a good way—Purchase’s sense of community comes from the open-minded, collaborative, and supportive people drawn here.
It also comes from the campus itself. The buildings lie clustered together in the middle of 500 protected acres of forest, fields, and wildlife.
It’s a campus built for pedestrian life—your walk to class is peaceful, surrounded by public art created by both students and renowned artists alike. You’ll meet peers, faculty, friends, and potential collaborators on the way.
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The Stood: Uniquely Purchase
The Purchase version of the student union—totally student-run, for students only.
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Find Your People
The Clubs and Organizations on campus create connections…and the fun.
Check the ListCulture Shock
Like a mini-Coachella, Culture Shock features performances by some of the area’s best emerging artists in a range of musical genres. There’s tons of food, carnival rides, games, vendors, and activities. It’s exclusive—only Purchase students and their guests can attend. It’s the perfect end-of-year celebration.
“Culture Shock is a uniquely Purchase event. Stuff like this doesn’t happen at most schools.”
Alumni Profiles
Latest Stories
Math & Comp Sci Club Visits IBM Research
Led by Associate Professor Lee Tusman, the group witnessed IBM’s quantum computer systems up close.
Little Monsters Show Up for Lady Gaga Night
Hosted at The Stood by the Arts Management Club.
Notable Authors in Conversation
Justin Torres, winner of the National Book Award, presented a conversation with National Book Award finalist Angela Flournoy. The Durst Lecture Series brings powerful names in literature to campus every year.