Another Chapter in the Books

Trevor Alberring professional headshot

Name: Trevor Alberring

Hometown: Columbus, IN

Major: Ag Business and Ag Systems Management

Why did you come to Purdue: I chose Purdue because of its nationally recognized College of Agriculture and strong industry connections. I wanted to build connections that would lead to a successful career in agriculture. 

Favorite Purdue tradition: Fountain Run

Alberring with students in front of John Deere tractor

Top three influences at Purdue:

  1. FarmHouse Fraternity
  2. Involved students in the College of Agriculture
  3. My advisors
Top five memories of your time at Purdue: 
  1. Watching Purdue basketball in Phoenix
  2. Touring Ireland with classmates
  3. Moonlight Pancake Breakfast with Ag Council
  4. Winning Big Man on Campus with FarmHouse
  5. Being in the Paint Crew at Mackey Arena
Places you have been as a Purdue student: 
  • Ireland for a Study Abroad
  • Phoenix, Arizona for the national championship game
  • John Deere Harvester Works in East Moline, Illinois
  • Chicago, Illinois for the Big Ten Basketball Tournament
  • Racine, Wisconsin, at the Case Magnum Factory

Alberring in a corn field standing next to a Brevant seeds sign

Favorite club/organization: FarmHouse Fraternity

Favorite student-led event: Purdue Ag Week

Favorite Purdue event: Basketball games at Mackey Arena

Favorite place on campus: Agricultural and Biological Engineering Building (ABE)

Favorite thing about CoA: The alumni who are willing to support and help the next generation of students

Favorite class: AGEC 331

Favorite professor: Shawn Ehlers

Alberring with Farm House exec board in front of fireplace

Class you are excited to take your senior year: ASM 494

Three biggest accomplishments at Purdue: 

  1. President of the Ag Systems Management Club
  2. Creating lifelong connections and friendships
  3. Being the Director of Philanthropy for FarmHouse Fraternity

Something about you that is not listed on your resume: I love to work on antique tractors in my free time.

Future plans: Graduate and begin a career in ag sales

Alberring with study abroad group in front of Ireland landscape

Advice for underclassmen: Make connections and surround yourself with good people

The biggest takeaway from Purdue: Purdue taught me that the connections you make are just as valuable as the education you receive. Building a strong network can lead to career opportunities and lifelong friendships.