article | Experience
What is a land-grant university?
What makes Purdue and its 111 land-grant peers different from other colleges and universities?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Welcoming women engineers to Purdue
Only 47 Purdue women were enrolled in engineering in 1969. As of fall 2022, the number had increased to 4,193.
article | Education
Eugene Cernan: Purdue astronaut, NASA pioneer
Eugene Cernan could make his otherworldly accomplishments seem accessible to the mortals who had never ventured beyond the Earth’s atmosphere.
Commitment to service prompts restaurant exec to choose Purdue Global
Leanna Chroman learned early on about the joy and fulfillment that comes from caring about others’ well-being.
Helping nurses benefit their patients – and themselves
Melissa Burdi’s wealth of experience gives her a unique perspective on the possibilities available to Purdue Global nursing students.
Friends in flight crossing the finish line together
Purdue Global classmates Gabe Giusti and Massimo Ruzza had so much in common that friendship was all but inevitable.
Naval officer complements leadership skills with Purdue Global degree
Kelvin Gumbs chose Purdue Global because he recognized the value of a degree from a respected name in higher education.
article | Research
Student success, collaborations highlight Wodicka’s legacy at Purdue
From the beginning, George Wodicka believed a strong academic foundation would enhance Purdue biomedical engineering’s external success.
