Purdue Polytechnic alumni are taking Giant Leaps—like Kevin Brown, an aviation grad who will play a crucial role in officiating the Super Bowl this SUnday:
9/11 Memorial Steps of Sacrifice
The 9/11 Memorial "Steps of Sacrifice" event aims to bring together ROTC Cadets, active duty members, students, faculty, Veteran organizations, and the West Lafayette/Lafayette community to honor the sacrifices made on 9/11. It is a moment to remember, reflect, and create connections within the community.
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Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 6:00am
Columbus Open House
Join us at Purdue Polytechnic Columbus for an Open House on March 4, 2025. This event will give you an in-depth look at the exceptional resources and opportunities available at our Columbus location.
Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Purdue Polytechnic Columbus | 4444 Kelly Street Columbus, IN 47203
At the event, you’ll have the opportunity to:
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Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 12:00pm
Dean's Lecture Series features exploration of Solitaire '[inventing] modern life'
Purdue Polytechnic thanks Dr. Ian Bogost from Washington University for a fascinating exploration on the influence of games, technology, and culture:
Purdue baseball player pivots to find new home in supply chain program
Jake, a Supply Chain student in Purdue Polytechnic, has really made the most of his Boilermaker experience, and has proved to be an incredibly resilient and adaptable student. Read his spotlight story here:
Recent alumnus makes Forbes’ ’30 Under 30’ for entrepreneurial successes
Kapur, a recent Forbes 30 Under 30 winner, said: "I am deeply grateful for the support I received during my time on campus, which showed me that the sky truly is the limit."
Techies Today Episode 021: Justin Yang, Research with Real-World Impact
In this episode of Techies Today, the Purdue Polytechnic Podcast, Baijian “Justin” Yang, associate dean for research and professor of computer and information technology, discusses the evolution of research at tier-1 universities like Purdue. Although having just one or two people in a research project remains a valid method, Yang believes that researchers are more likely to make discoveries with real-world impact when they collaborate with people who have expertise in other disciplines.
Computing, graphics senior creates innovations that work in practice, not just theory
Take a look at Julian Triveri's story in our newsroom; he's a senior in computing and graphics whose work with Purdue's Envision Center adds genuine value to education with new VR tech, with a serious commitment to creating substantial—not gimmicky—programs.
Purdue senior Allison Boyd awarded prestigious Marshall Scholarship for graduate study in the UK
Allison Boyd, a first-generation Purdue Polytechnic senior, has been awarded the prestigious Marshall Scholarship to pursue graduate education in the United Kingdom. Today, she is set to join an elite group of scholars as a recipient of the prestigious Marshall Scholarship. The scholarship enables intellectually distinguished young American leaders to study in the United Kingdom.
Building community across Purdue—finding belonging in Columbus
Whether its organizing outreach events as a team or supporting one another over the holidays, Purdue Polytechnic's statewide sites like Columbus are profound example of the Boilermaker spirit across all of Indiana: