The circle of every technology student’s life could soon start and end as part of a mentoring experience. Mentoring programs for organizations and departments within the college are helping first-year students with successful transitions to the rigors of college classes. And upperclassmen are benefitting from the experience along the way.
Driven to be green
In the last year, the EcoCAR 2 team at Purdue has experienced a chaotic mix of meetings, simulations and computations. Team leader Haley Moore wouldn’t have it any other way.
“I love the chaos. I love not knowing what’s going to happen day to day. I love the unknown,” Moore said. The mechanical engineering technology graduate student from Hanover, Ind., thrives on the problem-solving aspect of the competition.
Nash treasures the Purdue Bond
Whether it’s as HR manager at Toyota Financial Services or president of the Purdue Black Alumni Organization (PBAO), Candice Nash has found that her Purdue classes and experiences prepared her for a wide variety of challenges.
Nash, who earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in organizational leadership and supervision, was recently elected for her second term as PBAO president. She sees her role as connecting current students and alumni, as well as being a voice for all underrepresented Purdue constituents.
Thinking outside the robot
Massive intergalactic battles with laser-eyed machines. Indestructible humanoid hit men. An enclave of man-made machines intent on taking over the human race. Movies have made these images synonymous with the word “robot.”
NEES making a big impact with big data
What does a dedicated vision, lots of hard work, a strong team and a million files of data equal? For Thomas Hacker, it equals gratifying success that could one day result in improved construction and design techniques for stronger, more disaster-proof buildings.
Strengthening transfer opportunities
In the last five years, the number of associate degrees granted by Purdue system-wide has dropped by more than one-third to less than eight percent of total degrees.
Competitions provide unique learning experiences
A second place finish at the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011 was the climax of more than two years of work for the Purdue University team. Yet the educational benefits for the team members and advisors will continue for years to come. The lessons they learned can help similar large-scale student projects such as Purdue’s EcoCAR 2 team. Both teams have strong ties to the College of Technology.
Technology faculty, staff and students honored
The College of Technology administration recognized faculty, staff and students at its annual recognition luncheon April 30.
How did social media impact the Super Bowl experience?
A positive and successful Super Bowl experience in Indianapolis could be a boon for the city for future events and return visits. A group of researchers with Purdue’s College of Technology helped state officials collect public social media posts before, during and after the event to analyze public opinion and reactions related to the Super Bowl XLVI marketing campaign. They are also analyzing general public perceptions of Indianapolis hospitality, accommodations and safety.
Technology plans busy SpringFest tent April 14
Purdue's SpringFest 2012 is set for April 14-15. The College of Technology will participate on Saturday, April 14, with a tent full of kid- and family-friendly activities. The festivities run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In the CoT tent, look for: