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Xiulin Ruan, a Purdue University professor of mechanical engineering

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Purdue’s ‘world’s whitest paint’ wins 2023 SXSW Innovation Award

The world’s whitest paint, developed by Purdue University researchers and recognized in Guinness World Records, has been named winner of the 2023 Innovation Award in the sustainability category by South by Southwest Conference & Festivals (SXSW).
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Statue of John Purdue on the Purdue University campus.

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What is a land-grant university?

What makes Purdue and its 111 land-grant peers different from other colleges and universities?

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George Wodicka, right, led Purdue’s biomedical engineering program for 23 years before stepping down in 2021.

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Why Purdue is unique among land-grant institutions

Purdue distinguishes itself through its focus on collaborative, multidisciplinary research that is increasingly important to solving society’s most pressing issues.

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Purdue Polytechnic High School offers its students a unique pathway to acceptance at Purdue University.

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Purdue remains nimble and driven toward the future

Evolving alongside society is necessary for any land-grant institution that wishes to deliver upon its promise.

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Vic Lechtenberg speaks into a microphone at a Purdue event.

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Land-grant legacy came full circle for two Purdue leaders 

In Vic Lechtenberg’s view, leading Purdue’s outreach efforts was his way of repaying the land-grant system that benefited his family.

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Wetli poses at Stewart Center’s Boilermaker Station on the West Lafayette campus

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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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Betty Nelson, former Purdue dean of students

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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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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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Dr. Michelle Ludwig poses on a bench, alongside her hearing service dog, Pam.

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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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Isha poses in the EPICS lab

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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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Haocen Wang

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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 grandparents, Wang felt a kinship with the older community from a young age.

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