dr. cornell a. bell business opportunity program
High School Weekend
March 26-28, 2026
You’re invited to participate in the annual Dr. Cornell A. Bell Business Opportunity Program (BOP) High School Weekend for prospective BOP students admitted to the Purdue University Mitch Daniels School of Business. Join us Thursday, March 26 through Saturday, March 28 in West Lafayette for an immersive weekend.
Experience what’s possible — and start imagining your next giant leap.
Register by March 20 to secure your spot. Space is limited!
About BOP High School Weekend
Step into life as a business student at Purdue University during BOP High School Weekend. Designed for admitted students interested in the BOP program, this immersive experience gives you a real look at what it means to study business at Purdue — inside and outside the classroom.
Connect with current students, sit in on a class, tour campus and hear directly from alumni about where a Purdue business degree can take you. Explore the Daniels School of Business, ask your biggest questions during student panels and picture yourself as part of the Boilermaker community.
Beyond academics, you’ll experience the energy and traditions that make Purdue unforgettable — from social events with future classmates to the always-entertaining campus celebrity date auction for charity. You may even get to cheer on the Boilermakers at a men’s basketball game watch.
Schedule
- Thursday, March 26: Arrive on campus 4-6:30 p.m. and check-in at the Union Club Hotel. Our first session begins at 6:40 p.m.
- Friday, March 27: Enjoy campus tours, class visits, social activities and attend a campus celebrity date auction.
- Saturday, March 28: Enjoy breakfast before departing at 11 a.m.
What’s Included:
- Lodging at The Union Club Hotel (shared room with another participant)
- All meals throughout the event
- Student panels and presentations
- Campus tour
- Class visit
- Social activities
- Possible basketball game watch
What to Bring:
As you plan for your trip, keep in mind spring weather in Indiana is unpredictable. Be sure to check the weather ahead of your visit and plan accordingly.
- Business casual clothing
- Athletic and walking shoes
- Umbrella
- Spending money (optional)
- Workout or basketball gear
- Toiletries
- Light jacket
- Photo ID
- Any required medications
Registration
To comply with Purdue University’s Youth Protection policies, programs involving minors require additional registration steps. These steps are designed to keep all participants safe and ensure compliance with state law and university policy.
In order to participate, you must complete all required registration documents no later than March 20 at 5 p.m.
Getting Here:
Whether you’re traveling on your own or through commercial services, West Lafayette is easily accessible — a 1 hour drive from Indianapolis and 2 hours from Chicago.
Location:
The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University is located within the Purdue Memorial Union in the heart of campus at 201 Grant Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906.
Parking:
Parking is available in the Grant Street Parking Garage — directly across the street from The Union Club Hotel at 120 N. Grant Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906.
