The Boilermakers host Nebraska for the first time since 1907 for Alexander Field stadium dedication weekend.
Purdue Personal Preferences Favorite Athlete: Clayton Kershaw
In His MP3 Player: O.A.R
Last Concert He Attended: O.A.R
Favorite Writer: Dr. Seuss
Favorite Actor & Actress: Mark Wahlberg & Mila Kunis
Favorite Month: December
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Meal: Ribs & Twice Baked Potatoes
Favorite Outdoor Activity: Golf
Favorite Building on Campus: Wiley Dining Court
Favorite Big City: Chicago
Country He'd Most Like to Visit: Ireland
Other Sports He Enjoys: Golf & Fishing
Enjoyed this Professor's Class: Mary Harris, English
Furry Friend: Riley, Goldendoodle (Retreiver-Poodle Mix)
High School McElroy played for coaches Mike Manno, Ken Wieda and Joe Rybak at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, Ill.... all-area special mention as a senior after compiling a 2.25 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 58 innings... threw a no-hitter in IHSA playoffs regional semifinal... helped lead St. Viator to back-to-back regional titles as an upperclassman.
Personal Full name is Timothy G. McElroy... born in Hindsdale, Ill.... parents are Tim and Michelle McElroy... family also includes older sisters Mary and Bridget and younger brother Jack... majoring in communication.