Dale Van Pelt began studying at Purdue University in 1889 and graduated with a B.S. in Mechanics in 1892. His name appears several times in the Purdue Yearbook, the Debris from 1889 to 1892. In 1889 he participated in the Emersonian Society, singing as a low bass. In 1892 he was class historian, quarterback of "Shorties football", President of the Emersonian Society, and art editor of the Debris. The 1891 the Debris lists Van Pelt's hometown as Vevay, Indiana.
(Source: Purdue Yearbook, Debris. 1889-1892.)
From the description of Dale Van Pelt papers, 1891-1892. (Purdue University Library). WorldCat record id: 530177888