Purdue University has abruptly terminated its partnership with The Purdue Exponent, the largest student newspaper in Indiana, ending distribution support and access to university resources for student journalists. The decision, communicated through a legal notice, highlights the administration's commitment to institutional neutrality and equitable treatment among media organizations. The Exponent, which has operated under an agreement with Purdue since 1975, will no longer be able to utilize the name "Purdue" in its branding, despite holding a trademark until 2029. This change raises concerns about the implications for student journalism and expression on campus.
The Exponent has served Purdue University for decades, but the end of the partnership raises questions about free speech and student journalism's access to institutional support.
The school’s recent decision prohibits the use of "Purdue" in the paper's identity, indicating a shift toward institutional neutrality while undermining established practices of student media.
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