Purdue Cooperative Housing

Ann Tweedale Cooperative

Ann Tweedale, our namesake, was a brave and courageous woman who, in 1884 along with 27 men, formed the first cooperative store in Rochdale, England.  This store, at the present time, is one of the largest in England. The first principle of these Rochdale Pioneers was democracy. Cooperatives are created for ourselves and within ourselves.

Cooperating literally means "working together." What is impossible for a few is easy for many. Everyone must know their part and feel that they are working toward a common goal. Each Cooperative House at Purdue does all their own cooking and cleaning, making the cost of living very affordable. All of the chores at Ann Tweedale are divided up among each member. Each week the women have particular responsibilites around the house.