Purdue University Mike Kepner, Purdue University, (center) receives the Eighth Annual T.O.M. Award in the non-commercial cateogry from Steve Canale (left) and Terry Hickey (right), Butterball LLC. Purdue University received the Eighth Annual T.O.M. Award in the non-commercial category for its ability to showcase turkey’s versatility by providing healthy, comfort dishes for college students. Purdue University uses turkey to feed their college students and faculty because of its convenience and value. Turkey is found in multiple variations throughout the campus including turkey sandwiches, julienne turkey on the salad bar and turkey breast for dinner.