article | Experience
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.
podcast | Education
Podcast Ep. 77: Fighter Pilot Heather Penney Reflects on Purdue Journey and 9/11 Mission
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.
podcast | Experience
Podcast Ep. 75: Entrepreneur Kendra Bracken-Ferguson on Innovating Social Media Efforts for Ralph Lauren, AT&T and More
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.
Podcast Ep. 73: Greatest Hits of 2022: Celebrating Boilermaker Education and Innovation
article | Research
Imaging agent illuminates lung cancer tumors
Removing cancerous tumors relies on a range of tools. Cytalux makes surgery to remove lung cancer tumors more exact.
podcast | Athletics
Podcast Ep. 72: Greatest Hits of 2022: Celebrating Boilermaker Athletics
Celebrate the new year with some of our most popular “This Is Purdue” athletics episodes from 2022. Listen today!
Podcast Ep. 71: A Graduation Celebration to be Thankful For: The Impact of Purdue Global