Polytechnic alumni Ivan Ball and Scott Massey created their company called "anu" in order to bring the newest technology to agriculture, not only stopping food waste in the developed world but endeavoring to end scarcity in other parts of the globe as well. Read more about how their efforts landed Massey on Forbes' 30 Under 30:
New projects, ideas abound at Tech Expo 2024
Engineering technology just hosted the senior students' Tech Expo, which had over a whopping 60 industry-sponsored projects utilizing the latest technologies.
Polytechnic faculty, staff celebrated at college-wide annual awards (2024)
Read about the plethora of award-winning faculty and staff within the Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University's college for innovation in technology.
National institute awards grant to innovate engineering technology curriculum
Purdue Polytechnic faculty in multiple disciplines have been granted nearly $150,000 to generate new teaching modules for engineering technology students.
Purdue in Indianapolis spotlights student in themed entertainment design, new major for the university
“My professors say that you can’t create exhibits without first experiencing them yourself,” said Carys George, a student at Purdue Indy who majors in themed entertainment design. This is a brand-new major for Purdue that brings theme parks and experiential entertainment into the fold of Polytechnic curriculum.
Polytechnic-led research project investigates stress symptoms, compares pilots vs. other college students
A team of four at Purdue, comprised of three Polytechnic researchers, one of whom is also a student, just released a novel study on college students and stress. Read more:
Industry leader Hilti provides hands-on tools, tech for students, partners with Construction Management Technology
Hilti joined our School of Construction Management Technology on April 18 to give a sizeable gift to the construction lab in Dudley Hall, and to announce a long-lasting educational partnership to help innovate and evolve the construction industry alongside our students.
New avionics lab in development at Purdue Polytechnic
Two aviation professors who have been modernizing curriculum have unveiled their plan for a new avionics lab. This will put students in an experiential lab space, teaching them to work on critical flight control systems in the aviation industry.
Aviation Day 2024: The biggest spectacle in collegiate aviation soars to new heights
Join thousands of other fans for Purdue Aviation Day's massive yearly celebration, presented by Envoy Air, on Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Industry partner PTC holds flagship event at Purdue's Smart Learning Factory
A primary partner in our Smart Learning ecosystem, PTC, joined us in late March to hold one of their major events for employees and their clients. Learn more here: