Author: Julie Beckwith

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Equity in the air

Purdue Pilots Inc. generates enthusiasm for flying by providing low-cost access to flight rentals, lessons  When it comes to flying credentials, it doesn’t get much better than the student organization Purdue Pilots Inc. (PPI).  PPI came to life in 1956,...

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Amelia Earhart: Aviator. Legend. Boilermaker.

Learn what inspired Amelia Earhart, one of the most famous people in the world, to work for Purdue University.

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Boilermakers explore ‘Mars’ on Earth

The Mars Desert Research Station has been “Mars” on Earth for Purdue researchers since the first all-Boilermaker mission launched in 2017.

Sunrise over Earth.

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Purdue University is the Cradle of Astronauts®

Explore space with Boilermakers past and present. When it comes to space exploration, Purdue University stands out — 27 astronauts strong. Neil Armstrong (BS aeronautical engineering ’55) was the first person to walk on the #moon. Eugene Cernan (BS electrical...
Justin Scott

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DSS special agent Justin Scott: From Purdue to the U.S. Department of State

Justin Scott’s globe-spanning career packs more action in a day than seems possible.