An empty red chair will beckon to students, faculty and staff in Knoy Hall March 5, urging them to reflect on the role of women in technology.
As part of the national Sit With Me campaign, Purdue’s Women in Technology student organization will embrace the slogan “sometimes you have to sit to take a stand” and invite others to offer insights about women in technology.
Women and men are invited to share their thoughts between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 5 in the Knoy Hall lobby.
Purdue’s College of Technology has joined NCWIT Pacesetters, a fast-track program that seeks to radically increase the number of women in technology and computing.
The Center for Professional Studies in Technology and Applied Research (ProSTAR) continues to expand its offering of master's degrees for working professionals. Seven programs are accepting applications for Fall 2013, including a new focus on biometrics.
Many students and faculty do not know much about the BCM competition teams that have thrived for so long at the University. Recently, the Residential Construction Team has made it a goal to move back up the ranks at the annual NAHB competiion.
Women in Construction Management (WICM) is a student-led organization in the BCM department that promotes careers for women in the construction industry through educational opportunities, social networking and community service.
Ian Hamilton, a computer graphics technology senior at Purdue’s College of Technology, has been named the first Student Ambassador for entrepreneurship and innovation for Purdue and the State of Indiana.
When Cub Scout Pack 3338’s Pinewood Derby Timing system failed, they turned to Jeff Richardson, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering technology, for help.
The 386 computer that ran the DOS-based Pinewood Derby timing system failed, which put the annual event in jeopardy for 2013. Richardson volunteered to build a new timing system. He came up with new drag-strip style starting lights, a new IR timing system and a scoring tower.
One of the nation's top cybersecurity experts and a professor in the Department of Computer and Information Technology, says the new movie "Identity Thief" may be funny, but protecting your identity from theft doesn't have to be so difficult or dangerous.
James Mohler, Ph.D., has been appointed associate dean for academic affairs and diversity for the College of Technology. He had been serving in the position on an interim basis since the fall of 2011. He is also a professor of computer graphics technology. He earned his bachelor's degree in technical graphics, his master of science in technology and his doctorate in education, all from Purdue University.
The success of students, faculty and alumni will be showcased during the seventh annual Tech Week hosted by Purdue’s College of Technology. Events are planned Feb. 23-March 1, 2013.
