Engineering Fountain, Water sculpture at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, US.
The Engineering Fountain is a water sculpture on the campus of Purdue University in Indiana, made up of four vertical parabolic structures that direct water upward through a central jet. The water lands on metal drainage grates and moves away in flowing patterns.
The fountain was created in 1989 by sculptor Robert Youngman and funded by the graduating class of 1939. Its unveiling took place during the university's homecoming celebrations.
Engineering students gather here after graduation ceremonies and on warm days to take photos and spend time together. The spot sits at the heart of the Engineering Mall and plays a steady role in campus social life.
The fountain sits in the middle of campus and is easy to reach on foot from most buildings. It is worth visiting when the water is running, which happens mainly during the warmer months.
In 2001, a mirrored steel cylinder was added to the center of the fountain to change how the water flows and to address safety concerns. This later addition noticeably altered the look of the sculpture without removing its original form.
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