Discover the comebacks of Purdue Global students

September 12, 2023 Sophie Ritz

Meet the students of Purdue Global

Purdue Global is full of incredible stories, as every working adult takes their own unique journey. These students say it’s never too late to go back to school and earn a degree that will be a source of pride. These are their comebacks.

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Physically, mentally, I needed a next step. I needed a plan that was going to be sustainable, rewarding and enjoyable.

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It’s time to earn your degree | Come back and move forward with Purdue Global

#PurdueGlobal is Purdue’s online university for working adults — built for people like you. Backed by #PurdueUniversity, one of the most respected universities in the nation, it’s a degree you can be proud of.

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Stephanie Dykhuizen finished her bachelor’s degree and earned her master’s degree, securing multiple promotions at work in the process.

Allie Kingery, a Purdue Global graduate.

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Allie Kingery earned an MBA to help secure a promotion and advocate for a greater number of people.

Anastasia Krutulis, a Purdue Global graduate.

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Chandra Whippen wanted to find a way to combine veterinary medicine knowledge and IT skills.

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Jay Wasson decided to earn an MBA to better understand setting strategic directions, managing operating budgets and improving infrastructures.

Amy Boyle, a Purdue Global graduate.

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Advancing in human resources with a Purdue Global MBA

Amy Boyle knew that moving forward in her career meant being responsible for individuals at increasingly higher levels.

March 5, 2023 Sophie Ritz

You’re worth the investment it takes to get an education employers respect

It’s time to earn the recognition you deserve and the stability you need. So you’re not just going back to school. You’re coming back — with Purdue Global.

Purdue Global is backed by Purdue University, one of the nation’s most respected and innovative public universities, with a 150-year legacy of making educational opportunities accessible to more and more students.

This is your moment. Your chance. Your opportunity.

This is your comeback.

start your comeback

Abby Steiner is moving forward in her dream copywriting job with her degree from Purdue Global. (Purdue University photo / Kelsey Lefever)

‘I’ve always wanted to be a writer’

Abby’s Purdue Global degree gave her the confidence to apply for her dream job.

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Black and white photo of Desiré Hunter, wearing a three-tier necklace, wavy hair, and a black scoop-neck shirt

‘My online degree from Purdue Global gave me the confidence I needed’

Desiré never saw herself with a degree backed by Purdue. Now she has one.

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Chris, a Purdue Global graduate.

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Chris Bentley earned a master’s in information technology to reinforce his credentials.

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Amy Boyle, a Purdue Global graduate.

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A compassionate and enthusiastic storyteller, Sophie deeply values intelligent, efficient communication in any group. She’s a Boilermaker at heart, having earned her BA at Purdue with highest distinction, and now enjoys sharing stories about the Purdue community she loves.

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