Yes, in 1932 with a degree in English.
English
John Purdue, an businessman and industrialist in Lafayette, Indiana, founded Purdue University. The university was officially started on May 6, 1869 when West Lafayette was chosen as the location for the new school and named Purdue University. When the doors of Purdue were first opened, John Purdue was the primary original benefactor the school having given $50,000 to the project.John Purdue was the founder and initial benefactor of Purdue University.
Glenn Robinson -- Forward, Purdue
basketball and baseball
John Wooden played three seasons (1929-30 through 1931-32) at Purdue University.
John Wooden wore the number 24 during his basketball playing career at Purdue University. He was known for his exceptional skills on the court and later became a legendary coach at UCLA. His contributions to the sport have made him an iconic figure in basketball history.
PURDUE UNIVERSITY won the Mens Basketball Championship in 1932 with a final record of 17-1, with now legendary coach John Wooden as a member of the team. Purdue also as of 2009 has the most Big Ten Men's Basketball Conference crowns at 21. More than I.U.
Purdue University is named after John Purdue, a local businessman and philanthropist who donated land and funds for the establishment of the university in 1869. His contributions were instrumental in creating the institution, which was intended to focus on agriculture and mechanical arts. In recognition of his generosity, the university was named in his honor.
John Purdue was born in 1802.
John Purdue died in 1876.
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