FAQs for Parents

There are a number of questions that parents typically ask, so we included them below. If you don’t see your question below, please don't hesitate to email Curtis!

What is RUF?

RUF is the official campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America. For more than 30 years RUF campus ministers have been reaching students for Christ and equipping students to serve. Though the PCA oversees RUF, students from all denominations are welcome. You may also learn more about RUF from our online video. 

What does “Reformed” mean?

In the simplest terms, the word "Reformed" simply refers to the theology and confessions that arose out of the "Reformation." Therefore, RUF's theology is in full agreement with orthodox Protestantism.

What does RUF do?

We have a number of activities including Large Group Bible studies, small groups, events, conferences, and more. If you’d like to see more, visit this page.

Is RUF only for Christians?

Absolutely not. RUF is open to all interested in considering the truth claims of Jesus Christ.

Can you contact my student?

 We would love to contact your student! One small request is that you only ask us to contact your student if you are willing for us to tell them that YOU asked us to contact them. We have found over the years that the anonymous "cold call" can be counter-productive.

But what if my student doesn't like RUF?

We know RUF is not for everyone. We are more than happy to suggest that your student contact any of the other evangelical ministries on campus to see if they can be a help to your student in a way that we cannot.  

How do I financially support RUF at Purdue?

RUF depends totally upon the gifts and contributions of friends of the ministry. Contributions to RUF are tax deductible and receipted with every donation. 

Click here if you’d like to give to this ministry.