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Persistent Innovation
Purdue University has been named one of Fast Company’s top 20 Most Innovative Companies of 2023, alongside companies like NASA and McDonald’s.
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Purdue Global
Purdue Global combines prestige and accessibility for working adults looking to take the next step in their career.
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A tradition of opportunity
Purdue University was created to serve the people of Indiana and beyond through research, teaching and engagement.
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What makes Purdue accounting majors so employable?
Boilermakers are an absolute force in the job market. In Purdue’s accounting program, it’s not hard to see why.
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Early advocacy paved way for Purdue’s thriving Disability Resource Center
It’s a source of endless pride for early advocates that today’s Boilermakers with disabilities have ample opportunities to succeed.
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Defining your own path with Purdue Global
Maybe you know the feeling. You’re settled into a comfortable job. Then with one word, your heart sinks: layoffs.
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The persistent pursuit of (basketball) excellence
Purdue’s Matt Painter is in the process of building a program that is a model in the college basketball world.
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Podcast Ep. 78: Purdue Men’s Basketball Parents on Supporting Their Sons During This Historic Season
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re celebrating this historic Purdue men’s basketball season with Ginny Smith, freshman starting guard Braden Smith’s mom, and Gary and Lotus Furst, sophomore starting forward Caleb Furst’s parents. Join us for this special …
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5 things every family should know about the big college decision
Selecting and transitioning into college is a process that involves the whole family. Here’s what you can do.
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Purdue Global Winter 2023 Commencement
Laughter. Tears. And, loudest of all, applause. Catch the can’t-miss moments from the Purdue Global Winter 2023 Commencement. Graduates gathered in Anaheim, California, on Feb. 24-25 for a weekend of recognition. They enjoyed receptions, dinners and celebrations in their honor …
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Advocating for self and community
Since childhood, Purdue Pharmacy alumna with hearing loss has learned to navigate her own education — with help from Purdue.
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College tips for parents from parents
The college application process can raise a lot of questions, and not just for the students. Parents, family and other support systems can play a key role in the decision. We had real parents of current students look back on …
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Making friends by making a difference
Boilermakers are known using their talent for doing good in the world. And what better way to make friends?
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Promoting healthy behaviors in older adults
Although Haocen Wang didn’t know exactly what her research focus would be when she moved to the Midwest from her native China to pursue a PhD, she knew she wanted to work with older adults. Raised largely by her maternal …
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Podcast Ep. 77: Fighter Pilot Heather Penney Reflects on Purdue Journey and 9/11 Mission
In this special episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Boilermaker and former D.C. Air National Guard fighter pilot Heather Penney. Listen as Heather (BA English ’95, MA American studies ’97) shares her incredible story from 9/11, when she …
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