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Keenan McKibben is a sophomore in Purdue Polytechnic Institute.

article | Education

Creating a career in robotics design through an internship opportunity

A passion for STEM and robotics sparked at Purdue Polytechnic High School led Keenan McKibben to Purdue University.

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Identical twin sisters Kerri Stone and Kelli Lyon.

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Twin sisters earn ‘twin’ nursing degrees from Purdue Global

Kerri and Kelli have a lot in common. Neighbors, co-workers, moms. Now, they add ‘twin’ MSN degrees to the list.

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Boiler Gold Rush 2022

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Boiler Gold Rush 2022

A Uniquely Purdue Welcome: Boiler Gold Rush 2022 On Aug. 16, Purdue welcomed the Class of ’26 for welcome week — or, as we call it, Boiler Gold Rush! Incoming freshmen spent the week exploring campus, making friends and building…
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Dave Shondell

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Podcast Ep. 65: In-depth with Purdue Women’s Volleyball Head Coach Dave Shondell

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Dave Shondell, Purdue University’s Art and Connie Euler Women’s Volleyball Head Coach. From growing up immersed in volleyball with his dad and brothers, to leading teams at the high school…
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Boiler Gold Rush students gather around the “A Warm Light for All” art installation

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BGR Entertainment Challenge showcases creativity on campus

After experiencing the BGR Entertainment Challenge, new students might contemplate how personal interests can influence their career path.

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Persistence pays off, purdue global commencement

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Purdue Global summer 2022 commencement

Celebrate alongside Purdue Global’s Class of 2022 and their friends and families! Members of the summer 2022 graduating class gathered in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 12-13 to attend the Black and Gold Celebration and commencement ceremonies at DAR Constitution Hall….
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Purdue Global alumna Ashley Tippins

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Purdue Global alumna aims to create change in her community as a nurse

Ashley Tippins’ desire to serve patients’ needs motivated her to relentlessly pursue three nursing credentials via Purdue Global.

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James and Tracy Ly Scott at Purdue Global commencement with children Damien and Jocelyn.

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Purdue Global couple celebrates graduation milestone together

James and Tracy Ly Scott commemorated years of teamwork when crossing the stage together to accept their Purdue Global diplomas.

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Karla Drenner

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Drenner honored with Purdue Global Faculty Scholarship Award

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — For Karla Drenner, her research has come full circle. Years ago, for her PhD dissertation, the Purdue Global faculty member picked marriage equality. And in her longtime position as a Georgia state representative, the topic has surfaced, and…
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Purdue Global Announced as Presenting Sponsor of 2022 Purdue Football Season

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue Global, Purdue University’s online educational solution for working adults, will be the presenting sponsor of the 2022 Boilermaker Football season. The agreement between the two high-profile entities, secured by Purdue Sports Properties of LEARFIELD, will elevate…
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Nixon Opondo and his family at the Purdue commencement ceremony.

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Purdue University Online grad uses education to improve lives of prosthesis users

When Nixon Opondo arrived in West Lafayette to walk in his graduation ceremony, he expected the experience to be unforgettable.

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Boilermakers who are part of the Purdue Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) student organization.

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Podcast Ep. 64: Purdue Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Earns Podium Finishes in International Competition

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Boilermakers who are part of the Purdue Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) student organization. Each year, Purdue students design and build custom race cars, then compete against hundreds of…
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