In a wide-ranging open letter to the people of Purdue, President Mitch Daniels focused on the calculated risks the University is undertaking to continue to offer higher education at the highest proven value, including the creation of the Purdue Polytechnic High School in Indianapolis.
TechConnect brings students closer to industry partners
The Office of Engagement launched its TechConnect portal this year to more easily connect the college’s industry partners with its students.
Seven from college to join ARM Institute
Seven professors in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute will be part of the national Advanced Robotics Manufacturing Institute announced January 13 by the U.S. Department of Defense.
Polytechnic research proposals submitted - November 2016
Funding proposals for November 2016.
Polytechnic research awards - November 2016
Funded research awards for November 2016.
TRAILS program uses biomimicry to teach engineering concepts
Todd Kelley, associate professor of engineering technology teacher education, works with groups of science and technology teacher pairs from the same K-12 schools to demonstrate how integrating STEM topics improves student understanding, specifically using biomimicry to illustrate engineering design concepts.
Hydroponics research leads to student startup
During a recent cold snap in Indiana, Scott Massey was at an area hardware store buying a significant supply of seeds. The incredulous cashier questioned his purchase since most home gardeners won’t start buying their garden seeds for a few more months.
Game studies major attracts more students
The game studies major in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute is one professor’s answer to keeping students in the state.
Anderson students create BoilerBot - a robotic greenhouse
Students enrolled in TECH 12000 (Design Thinking in Technology) at Purdue Polytechnic Anderson are creating a prototype of a robotic greenhouse.
Kelley to present education keynote in Korea
Todd Kelley, associate professor of engineering/technology teacher education, and graduate student Euisuk Sung have been invited to present at the Korean Technology Educators Association (KTEA)’s winter conference, which is an annual meeting for all Korean technology educators and teachers.