Purdue University's mascot, the Boilermakers, originated from a newspaper taunt in 1891 after a football victory against Wabash College. The nickname "Boilermakers" was intended to be an insult ...

Fans may also wonder how Purdue got the unique nickname in a sport dominated by "Bulldogs" and "Wildcats." Here's what you need to know about why Purdue is nicknamed the Boilermakers, what a ...