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Nathan Malafa in front of a plane.

article | Experience

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds commander’s career took flight at Purdue

Nathan Malafa was inspired by an air show pilot. He became one of the best in the world.

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Purdue tailgate legends: The Armes family’s bus

The Armes family repurposed this bus for games, hosting crowds of up to 100 Boilermakers.

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article | Athletics

Blough, Kerrigan rising as NFL coaches

Every day during the season, without fail. David Blough pulls into the parking lot outside the Washington Commanders facility at 5:30 a.m., and, on the dot, here comes Ryan Kerrigan pulling into another parking space. Kerrigan’s in Year 4 as…
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PJ Thompson in a seated position with arms crossed on a basketball.

podcast | Experience

Podcast Ep. 138: Lessons in Leadership and Loyalty From Purdue Men’s Basketball

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to P.J. Thompson, assistant coach for Purdue men’s basketball.  During his time at Purdue, P.J. (BS organizational leadership ’18), was a three-year starter on the team and helped the Boilermakers win…
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Sara and Chellie Zou in front of other members of the “All-American” Marching Band.

article | Experience

When Purdue’s beloved Silver Twins are actually twins

The Zou sisters initiated endless opportunities by learning to twirl Good things take time — or a lot of ambition.   Sisters Sara and Chellie Zou learned to twirl at age 17 to audition for roles as Purdue’s Silver Twins. Neither…
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Purdue Global Graduation | October 2025 Recap

This unforgettable weekend showcased the comeback of thousands of students, each with their own unique stories, life experiences and reasons to celebrate this milestone. The October 2025 ceremony honored graduates of every kind — military veterans, working parents, first-generation college…
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Purdue tailgate legends: Mark Rudicel and Adam Sheller’s ambulance

This 1996 Ford E-350 ambulance has been converted to carry everything for game days.

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podcast | Education

Podcast Ep. 137: Workplace Well-Being: Burnout Signs You May Be Avoiding

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Allie Gabriel, the Thomas J. Howatt Chair in Management in Purdue University’s Mitch Daniels School of Business and faculty director of the Center for Working Well.   As an award-winning advocate…
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Robert Cohen standing under theater lights.

article | Experience

Meet a Purdue alum touring as lead audio engineer for a Broadway show

Robert Cohen earned his degree and immediately achieved his career goals.

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podcast | Education

Podcast Ep. 136: College Majors That Didn’t Exist 10 Years Ago: How To Stay Future-Ready 

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Dimitri Peroulis, senior vice president for partnerships and online at Purdue and the Reilly Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering.   As an executive leader, he guides the university’s online programs…
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article | Athletics

Purdue volleyball rises to the occasion

Purdue volleyball coach Dave Shondell didn’t have a moment to waste. In the brave new world of college athletics, student-athletes are more mobile than they have ever been. And immediately following the 2024 season and another NCAA Regional appearance, Shondell…
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Elizabeth Saunders in front of the Engineering Fountain.

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Purdue engineering student meets family while researching abroad in Kenya

Halfway around the world, Elizabeth Saunders felt at home with family she had just met.

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