Purdue is not only a steady source of skilled employees for Rolls-Royce, but also a partner in research and education.
Among the University’s numerous alliances with industry is the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Center, which fuses resources from the colleges of Technology, Engineering and Science to provide companies with tools and 0processes to help them develop, manage and support their products.
Shared reputation for excellence bonds Purdue, Rolls-Royce.
By Eric Nelson
Most people associate the Rolls-Royce brand with luxury automobiles, evoking memories of such classic models as the Ghost and the Phantom.
The careers of Technology graduates can help place the discipline in context.
By Kim Medaris Delker
Technology is one of modern language’s most-used words. It also is one of the most vague and least understood.
Merriam-Webster defines “technology” as “the practical application of knowledge, especially in a particular area,” but that definition leaves a lot open to interpretation.
Technology graduates have a lot to offer a wide range of employers, and the extended forecast looks bright.
Indiana's Department of Workforce Development publishes “Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs.” U.S. News and Money Magazine track the 100 Best Jobs. There is even a list for the Top 10 companies college students want to work for (and Technology graduates do!).
Opportunities for innovation and improvement abound on the Purdue University campus. That is true for students, for faculty and staff, and definitely for an academic unit like the College of Technology.
Over its 49-year history, the College of Technology has been many things, depending on industry needs of the time and on the vision of the administration.As the college is poised to celebrate its 50th anniversary, these stories take a deeper look at the College of Technology through one specific lens: jobs.
"We need more girl power in the power industry," said one student. "Women in technology rock!" exclaimed an administrator. "It's everyone's responsibility to take action (women included)!" added a graduate student.
George Jebran, a Fulbright student from Syria, wrote the following letter to Purdue President Mitch Daniels as he was preparing to graduate with a master's degree in aviation and aerospace management May 10.
The letter garnered him a meeting and photo opp with President Daniels as well as a presidential tweet (posted below Jebran's letter).
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Dear President Daniels,
College of Technology faculty and staff were honored at the end of the academic year for their years of service at Purdue University. Honorees were:
The Purdue University Faculty Awards Convocation recognizes faculty for international and national honors, teaching excellence and years of service.
Five College of Technology faculty were recognized for awards and honors.
