The mission of Boilermaker Opportunity Program Plus (BOP+) is to recruit, foster the academic success of and further develop the next generation of college graduates and leaders. BOP+ collaborates with Purdue’s academic colleges to support all students with a specific focus on Purdue’s land-grant mission. In line with the Indiana Commission on Higher Education’s 2030 HOPE Agenda — which targets student economic mobility through higher education — BOP+ focuses on many facets including first-generation college students, students from lower-income families and students who have attended under-resourced school systems whether in rural, urban or suburban communities. Serving as an umbrella, BOP+ supports multiple current and future initiatives that offer exploratory, academic and professional mentorship opportunities.
BOP+ houses two of Purdue’s student success initiatives — the Don and Liz Thompson MEP and the Dr. Cornell A. Bell Business Opportunity Program.
Whether you’re passionate about solving global challenges or driving innovation in the business world, BOP+ provides the tools, experiences, and networks to help you succeed.
Take the next small step
Participate in an MEP summer program through Summer College for High School Students: MITE (July 5-17) and PREFACE (July 26-31).
The Dr. Cornell A. Bell Business Opportunity Program (BOP) Summer Session
Accelerate your college experience at the Mitch Daniels School of Business with the Dr. Cornell A. Bell Business Opportunity Program (BOP). Join us for the BOP Summer Session — a five-week experience designed to help you build confidence, community and academic readiness before fall even begins with continued support throughout your time at Purdue.
Learn More About BOP
Join us virtually to learn more about academic and experiential learning opportunities in the Mitch Daniels School of Business, student organizations and leadership roles available in BOP through the lens of current students, staff and alumni.
Meet Our Team
Mr. Ja’Niah Downing
Director, Boilermaker Opportunity Program Plus (BOP+)
Office of Enrollment Management
Office: 765-496-3408