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Magdelyn Wyman points to a book.

article | Experience

Magdelyn Wyman: Providing English education for the next generation

Meet Magdelyn Wyman, who enjoys her educational path and overall Purdue experience.

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article | Athletics

Shondell makes history

When the victory total flipped from 512 to 513, it made Purdue Athletics history. It was more than another win against a ranked foe for Purdue volleyball. Much more.

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Stephanie Pemberton in front of Colts logo

podcast | Education

Episode 152: The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Stephanie Pemberton (BA communication ’05), senior vice president of marketing for the Indianapolis Colts. For over 20 years, Stephanie has worked in multiple marketing and community relations roles within the…
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article | Experience

Purdue tailgate legends: The bread truck

This group of friends has become like family as they gather around a tailgate vehicle.

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NASA Space Launch System rocket on the launchpad at night with a full moon in the background.

article | Experience

Meet some of the Purdue alums who have powered NASA’s Artemis program 

Boilermakers have taken part in every stage of the development of the Artemis program.

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James Haber at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

article | Experience

Exploring Mars from Purdue to the National Air and Space Museum 

James Haber charted a course to study space; now he’s a Smithsonian researcher.

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article | Athletics

Volleyball alum makes her mark as Purdue operations director

Five years ago, Carrie Gurnell was at a crossroads. She loved her volleyball coaching life at the University of North Texas, just four hours from her childhood residence in Katy, Texas. Life seemed pretty good living in her home state.

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Lauren Link podcast

podcast | Experience

Episode 151: Is TikTok Lying to You About Protein? The Truth About Nutrition Trends

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Lauren Link (BS dietetics/health, fitness and nutrition ’11, MS health and kinesiology ’19), assistant athletics director of sports nutrition for Purdue Athletics. As a registered dietitian, Lauren and her team…
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Jason Williamson leans against a railing in the atrium of Purdue’s Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering

article | Experience

Boilermaker alum to achieve lifelong space dream aboard Purdue 1

Traveling to space was no fleeting interest for Jason Williamson. It was a true passion.

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A collage of infrastructure projects led by Boilermakers.

article | Experience

Building America: Purdue’s legacy in our nation’s infrastructure

Generations of Boilermakers have transformed how America improves through infrastructure.

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Making your residence hall your home

Your residence hall room is more than just somewhere to sleep. It’s the place on campus that you call home.

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3 roommates, 1 lasting friendship

These Boilermakers became close friends after they were assigned as roommates Tori Jones, Deirdre Hostettler and Madeleine Yee had never met prior to being assigned as roommates as first-year students. The three women became close friends despite differing personalities and…
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