This Is Purdue
151 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago -This Is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap.
Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, This is Purdue aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world.
Join us every other Thursday as we interview students, faculty, and alumni taking small steps toward their giant leaps, and inspiring others to do the same.
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Purdue Alum Ronak Dave's Next Giant Leap: NASA Flight Director
July 21, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Ronak Dave, a Purdue aeronautics and astronautics alum recently selected as a NASA flight director. Ronak will lead missions to the International Space Station and prepare for lunar missions for NASA’s Artemis program. Why is this a particularly special giant leap? There have only been 108 NASA flight directors since Christopher C. Kraft Jr., the namesake of the Mission Control Center, became the agency’s first flight director in 1958. L...
Purdue's Angela Ashmore Makes History as First Woman IndyCar Crew Member to Win Indy 500
July 07, 2022 06:33 - 1 hourWhat’s it like to be a part of a winning Indianapolis 500 team? And even more, what’s it like to be the first woman IndyCar crew member to win this iconic race? In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re getting an update from Purdue mechanical engineering alumna and IndyCar engineer Angela Ashmore. On May 29, 2022, Marcus Ericsson won the most famous race in motorsports in Chip Ganassi Racing’s No. 8 Huski Chocolate Honda, and Angela was a big piece of that winning strategy! Listen in as ...
Former NFL Player Akin Ayodele on How a Purdue Scholarship Changed His Life
June 23, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we're talking to Akin Ayodele, former Purdue football defensive end, co-captain of the 2001 Rose Bowl team and NFL linebacker. Akin, a Texas native, shares how former Purdue football head coach Joe Tiller’s tough love helped him develop the mental strength that shaped his success, both athletically and academically. You’ll also hear Akin discuss his professional football career, his friendship with former Purdue quarterback Drew Brees and how his grat...
Rusty Rueff on How Purdue Community Impacted His Successful Career
June 09, 2022 07:50 - 42 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to College of Liberal Arts alumnus Rusty Rueff, a philanthropist, investor and advisor. Listen in as Rusty discusses art’s crucial relationship to humanity, leading the company Electronic Arts through the video game industry boom, his role in President Barack Obama’s second presidential campaign and how his mother’s mantra, “tomorrow will go a lot better if you lay your clothes out the night before,” guided his life and career. Recognizing ...
IndyCar Engineer Angela Ashmore Hopes Next Giant Leap is an Indy 500 Win
May 26, 2022 07:55 - 37 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to IndyCar engineer Angela Ashmore. Angela, an engineer for Chip Ganassi Racing’s No. 8 Huski Chocolate Honda, is a lifelong motorsports fan. Her giant leap into professional racing came after relentless persistence and perseverance. Listen in as Angela discusses her experience with Purdue’s Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) student club, how the problem-solving techniques she learned at Purdue’s School of Mechanical Engineer...
Boilermaker Bond: Celebrating 50+ Years of Purdue Friendship
May 12, 2022 07:45 - 39 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to former Purdue football players Mike Phipps and Don Kiepert, who played on the iconic late 1960s team under Coach Jack Mollenkopf. This quarterback duo friendship started at Purdue, and the two have been best friends for more than 50 years. After graduating, Mike went on to play quarterback in the NFL for 12 years for the Cleveland Browns and Chicago Bears, while Don had a successful career running multiple pharmaceutical companies. You...
Boilermakers for Life: The Anthrop Family Legacy
April 28, 2022 08:01 - 30 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re highlighting the story of the Anthrop family, a Purdue Athletics legacy from West Lafayette, Indiana. If you’re a Purdue sports fan, you’ve probably heard the name Anthrop. Brothers Dru, Danny and Jackson Anthrop were all Boilermaker athletes, and their father, John, played both basketball and baseball for Purdue, and was on Purdue’s 1980 Final Four team. Listen in as the family shares highlights of what it was like growing up with Purdue essenti...
Purdue Day of Giving Celebrates Boilermaker Spirit and Community
April 14, 2022 08:30 - 39 minutesIn this episode of "This Is Purdue,” we’re diving into Purdue Day of Giving, an annual event to support Purdue's giant leap as one of the world's leading academic institutions. Every year on Purdue Day of Giving, thousands of alumni, donors and friends pay it forward – and show just how much the university has meant to them. Amber Turner, assistant vice president for broad-based campaigns and strategic engagement for the Purdue for Life Foundation, and Kate Pottschmidt, senior director of b...
Boilermaker Bond: Celebrating 45+ Years of Marriage
March 31, 2022 07:55 - 44 minutesIn this episode of "This Is Purdue," two couples share their love stories that began during their time at Purdue University. Randy and Linda Shields, co-chairs of President’s Council (part of the Purdue for Life Foundation), and Norm and Karen Blake, President’s Council members, are celebrating 45 and 56 years of marriage, respectively, after meeting at Purdue. You’ll hear why both couples continue to foster relationships and volunteer within the Boilermaker community and their generation...
In-depth with Purdue Basketball Icon Coach Gene Keady
March 17, 2022 08:15 - 17 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Purdue basketball icon Coach Gene Keady. It’s prime time for college basketball season and March Madness is officially here. What better way to celebrate than to listen to our episode with Coach Keady? You’ll hear the 25-year head coach of the Boilermakers men’s basketball team discuss Purdue’s balance of academics and athletics and why he loves watching his protégé, Matt Painter, coach. Plus, listen in to hear Coach Keady’s thoughts ...
Aviation Alum, Philanthropist Scott Niswonger on Purdue's Lifelong Impact
March 03, 2022 09:18 - 37 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Scott Niswonger, founder and chair of the Niswonger Foundation, which was established to make a positive and sustainable difference in education in Northeast Tennessee. After graduating from Purdue, Scott founded both Landair Transport, Inc. and Forward Air Corporation, and is the lead benefactor for the Niswonger Children’s Hospital, which is home to one of only eight St. Jude affiliate clinics in the world. Scott embodies Boilermaker...
In-depth with Purdue Women's Basketball Head Coach Katie Gearlds
February 17, 2022 09:55 - 26 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Katie Gearlds, the first-year Purdue women’s basketball head coach. As an Indiana native and former Purdue player, Coach Gearlds describes what it feels like to have her dream job and how she recruits the right fits for the Purdue culture while striving to empower and influence the young women on her team. Coach Gearlds also discusses the incredible support system from the Purdue Athletics community and what it will take for the team t...
Purdue Celebrates Black History Month
February 03, 2022 10:39 - 1 hourIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re celebrating Black Boilermaker excellence with stories from three Purdue University alumni who have made significant giant leaps. Amber Johnson (PhD computer science ’19), Sydney Simone (BA communication ’19), and Curtis Baylor (BSIE ’72) all have different backgrounds and different stories about why they chose Purdue. You’ll hear why this computer engineer, TV reporter and Army veteran value their experience on campus, and what they’re doing to conti...
Purdue-Discovered Drug Strengthens Fight Against Cancer
January 20, 2022 09:02 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re featuring a Boilermaker whose innovations are changing and saving lives across the world. Philip Low, Purdue University’s Presidential Scholar for Drug Discovery and the Ralph C. Corley Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, developed a recently FDA-approved drug called Cytalux, a fluorescent marker that allows cancer surgeons to quickly identify malignant cells and remove them during surgery. Listen in as Professor Low discusses how the drug wor...
Purdue-Discovered Drug Strengthens Fight Against Cancer | Dr. Philip Low
January 20, 2022 09:02 - 37 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re featuring a Boilermaker whose innovations are changing and saving lives across the world. Philip Low, Purdue University’s Presidential Scholar for Drug Discovery and the Ralph C. Corley Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, developed a recently FDA-approved drug called Cytalux, a fluorescent marker that allows cancer surgeons to quickly identify malignant cells and remove them during surgery. Listen in as Professor Low discusses how the drug work...
NASA Space Suit Engineer Amy Ross Discusses Purdue's Impact on Her Career
January 06, 2022 09:55 - 23 minutesOn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Amy Ross, NASA Space Suit Engineer and Purdue alumna. Listen in as Amy discusses her first big design project at NASA, working with her father (NASA astronaut and fellow Purdue alum Jerry Ross), and where she thinks the future of space exploration is headed. Plus, she touches on the importance of introducing students to STEM education early, women trailblazers in engineering and space, and the power of the Purdue community.
This Is Purdue’s Greatest Hits of 2021
December 22, 2021 11:09 - 1 hourOn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re celebrating some of our most popular episodes of 2021 to ring in the new year! Listen in as we share clips from episodes with Purdue University President Mitch Daniels, men’s head basketball coach Matt Painter, the iconic Big Bass Drum crew and more. Plus, host Kate Young interviews several members of the Purdue Marketing and Communications team to hear the behind-the-scenes details from the prep work involved to what pieces of these special inte...
Hail Purdue: A Boilermaker Carol
December 16, 2021 21:28 - 59 secondsWe’re raising our song anew. Purdue University presents “A Boilermaker Carol.” We love the days we’ve spent with you, Boilermakers. Special thanks to the following partners for their contributions: the students of Purdue Musical Organizations; vocal soloist Addison Schreiber; Jacob Stensberg and Dr. Suki Wong of Purdue Musical Organizations; Professor Barry Funderburg; the College of Liberal Arts; the Rueff School of Design, Art, and Performance; the Purdue University Sound for the Performin...
Purdue Super Fans Featuring Comedian Joey Mulinaro
December 09, 2021 09:53 - 21 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re highlighting Purdue super fans including comedian Joey Mulinaro, two young sisters who are aspiring to be part of Purdue’s All-American Twirling team one day, and even a Golden Retriever who is the canine embodiment of what it means to be a Boilermaker. Plus, you’ll hear how our podcast team helped pull off a surprise proposal at the Bell Tower during Purdue’s Homecoming. You don’t want to miss this spirited episode!
Purdue’s Whitest Paint Appears in 'Guinness World Records'
November 22, 2021 09:40 - 26 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re sharing a new update from our conversation with Xiulin Ruan, professor of mechanical engineering at Purdue University. In an effort to curb global warming, Xiulin and his team created the whitest white acrylic paint - and now, it has earned a Guinness World Records title. The ultra-white paint, which reflects 98.1% of sunlight and deflects infrared heat, could dramatically reduce or even eliminate the need for air conditioning in some regions. ...
Honoring Purdue University Veterans
November 11, 2021 09:30 - 59 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Jamie Richards (USN, retired) and Director of Purdue’s Veterans Success Center, Major General Theresa Carter (USAF, Retired) DBA, and Purdue University Trustee, and Ryann Laky, Deputy Joint Operations Center Officer in Charge, Indiana National Guard. You’ll hear more about how Purdue’s ROTC program prepared both Ryann and Theresa for their military careers, the Veterans Success Center's programs and resources for military-connected stud...
In-Depth with Purdue Men's Basketball Head Coach Matt Painter
October 28, 2021 08:40 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Purdue men’s basketball head coach Matt Painter. Listen in as coach Painter discusses recruiting the right fits for the Purdue culture, his special relationship with former Purdue basketball coach Gene Keady, and that 2019 NCAA Elite Eight game. Plus, coach Painter shares his thoughts on why Purdue University is the perfect place for him. With Purdue basketball ranked seventh nationally in the Associated Press preseason men’s basketbal...
In-depth with Purdue Men's Basketball Head Coach Matt Painter
October 28, 2021 08:40 - 39 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Purdue men’s basketball head coach Matt Painter. Listen in as coach Painter discusses recruiting the right fits for the Purdue culture, his special relationship with former Purdue basketball coach Gene Keady, and that 2019 NCAA Elite Eight game. Plus, coach Painter shares his thoughts on why Purdue University is the perfect place for him. With Purdue basketball ranked seventh nationally in the Associated Press preseason men’s basketball...
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams to Lead Health Equity Initiatives at Purdue
October 14, 2021 08:55 - 39 minutesIn this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re welcoming Dr. Jerome Adams, Purdue University’s first executive director of health equity initiatives and professor of practice in the departments of Pharmacy Practice and Public Health. Dr. Adams, the former Indiana state health commissioner and the 20th U.S. surgeon general, discusses his background, how he felt when he got the call to serve as the nation’s doctor, and dives into what health equity means. Listen in as he explains how he intends...
Former NFL Quarterback Jim Everett Reflects on His Time as a Boilermaker
September 30, 2021 08:20 - 33 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Jim Everett, former Purdue University and NFL quarterback, as he reflects on his football career. Listen in as Jim discusses the 1984 trifecta win against Michigan, Ohio State, and Notre Dame in the same season while leading the Boilermakers. Plus, we dig into Jim’s experience as a first-round NFL draft pick, his life after playing professionally, and his recent induction into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame. You don’t want to miss thi...
Celebrating 100 Years with The World's Largest Drum™
September 16, 2021 09:24 - 27 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re highlighting the legacy of Purdue University’s Big Bass Drum, also known as The World's Largest Drum™, part of the “All-American” Marching Band, for the past 100 years. Pamela Nave, Purdue Bands' percussion instructor and Associate Professor of Bands and Orchestras, joins us on the episode to discuss the AAMB community, Neil Armstrong’s support, and the iconic symbol of The World's Largest Drum™. You’ll also hear from the co-captains of the Big B...
Behind the Scenes: Purdue’s Boiler Gold Rush
September 02, 2021 08:45 - 33 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re going behind the scenes at Purdue’s largest Boiler Gold Rush event yet ahead of the start of the 2021 Fall Semester. Listen in as we chat with Craig Johnson, Director of Orientation Programs at Purdue, about how BGR – formerly known as CORN Camp - originated, and how the team continues to evolve this massive event year after year. Plus, we’re attending several events at BGR and talking to students experiencing BGR for the very first time. If you...
In Depth with Purdue Football Coach Jeff Brohm
August 19, 2021 08:45 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we sit down with Purdue University Head Football Coach Jeff Brohm. Listen in as we get to know Coach Brohm on a personal level as he discusses why football truly is ‘all in the family’ for him, with both of his brothers as part of his staff, along with his son as a fixture on the sidelines. Plus, we dig into the team’s goals for this season, their upcoming historic game at Wrigley Field, and what Coach Brohm finds most rewarding about leading these Boi...
In-depth with Purdue Football Coach Jeff Brohm
August 19, 2021 08:45 - 31 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, we sit down with Purdue University Head Football Coach Jeff Brohm. Listen in as we get to know Coach Brohm on a personal level as he discusses why football truly is ‘all in the family’ for him, with both of his brothers as part of his staff, along with his son as a fixture on the sidelines. Plus, we dig into the team’s goals for this season, their upcoming historic game at Wrigley Field, and what Coach Brohm finds most rewarding about leading these Boil...
Purdue's Old Golden Ticket Vaccination Drawing: Winners' Reactions
August 05, 2021 08:27 - 34 minutesIn this special edition of This Is Purdue, we’re featuring our journey to find and award the 10 Boilermakers who entered the Old Golden Ticket Vaccination Drawing. Students who submitted valid proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by July 15 were randomly selected to win the ‘Golden Ticket’ - $9,992 - the equivalent of a year’s undergraduate tuition cost for an in-state Boilermaker since 2013. Listen in as the Purdue University Marketing and Communications team highlights...
Purdue’s Diving Dynasty at the Olympics | David Boudia
July 22, 2021 08:15 - 27 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, David Boudia, the most decorated Purdue University Diving Olympian, joins us. David shares his gold medal-winning journey, and how adversity has helped shape him into the athlete and person he is today. He also discusses his role in the HBO Sports documentary The Weight of Gold, which explores the mental health challenges that Olympic athletes often face. Hear why David says depression doesn’t discriminate, and why it was important for elite athletes to he...
Purdue Professor Creates Whitest Paint to Combat Global Warming | Xiulin Ruan
July 08, 2021 08:30 - 25 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, professor of mechanical engineering at Purdue University, Xiulin Ruan, discusses his newest invention – ultra-white paint. In an effort to curb global warming, Xiulin and his team created the whitest white acrylic paint, which reflects 98.1 percent of sunlight and deflects infrared heat, allowing buildings to cool below the surrounding air temperature. Listen in as Xiulin shares his surprise at the amount of attention the invention received, not only in ...
Creating a New Commencement Experience + Purdue President Mitch Daniels' Speech
June 24, 2021 08:25 - 26 minutesIn this episode of This Is Purdue, two of Purdue University’s commencement leaders join us to discuss Purdue’s first outdoor commencement ceremony at Ross-Ade Stadium. Purdue has been hosting commencement at the iconic Elliott Hall of Music since the 1940s. But – like a lot of things in 2020 – COVID-19 changed that. Lesa Beals, senior associate registrar, and Chris Pass, senior assistant registrar, share highlights from the 2021 Spring commencement, Purdue’s first in-person ceremony si...
President Mitch Daniels on Leading Purdue Through a Pandemic
June 10, 2021 07:30 - 32 minutesIn this episode of Purdue University’s official podcast, This is Purdue, we’re joined by a very special guest. Listen in as Purdue University President Mitch Daniels discusses his decision to fully open the University amidst a pandemic and communicate this to the world back in 2020. Plus, President Daniels talks about what he missed most during the past school year, what he’s looking forward to this Fall (Hint: It involves Purdue Athletics), and his favorite IndyCar driver. You don't w...
Purdue Polytechnic High School Celebrates First Class of Graduating Seniors | Shatoya Ward
May 27, 2021 09:25 - 37 minutesIn this episode of This is Purdue, Shatoya Ward, founding principal at Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS) Englewood in Indianapolis, discusses how PPHS is reinventing the traditional high school experience, and her excitement for the school’s first graduating class of seniors. PPHS – now with three locations – was created to build new K-12 pathways that lead to Purdue, especially for Indiana students who are underserved by traditional high schools and underrepresented in higher educatio...
The Data Mine: A Living and Learning Community | Mark Daniel Ward
May 13, 2021 09:27 - 25 minutesData touches everything. But unlocking its full potential requires a data-fluent generation. Enter The Data Mine, a living-learning community uniting students, faculty, researchers and industry leaders to take the next giant leap in data science at Purdue University. In this episode of This is Purdue, Mark Daniel Ward, director of The Data Mine and a professor of statistics, explains how this initiative was created, the importance of it being a learning-by-doing model, and how the team plan...
Purdue Scientist Discusses Role in NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover | Briony Horgan
April 29, 2021 09:25 - 18 minutesAn Associate Professor of Planetary Science at Purdue University, Briony Horgan is also one of the tactical science leads for NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover. She is examining the Mars landscape through a rover camera called Mastcam-Z - which she helped design for this mission. Talk about a Boilermaker who is taking Giant Leaps! Listen in as Briony discusses what the team of scientists on this mission is looking for on the Red Planet, and what being a part of Purdue’s community means to her.
Episode 29 - Protect Purdue
April 15, 2021 09:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode of This is Purdue, we’re talking to Dr. Esteban Ramirez, Chief Medical Officer for the Protect Purdue Health Center - the 24/7 virtual health center dedicated to all things COVID-19-related for the Purdue community. Listen in as we discuss how the Protect Purdue initiative assisted in getting 50,000 students, faculty and staff to return to campus safely, and why student culture has played a crucial role in Purdue’s success this year.
Protect Purdue | Dr. Esteban Ramirez
April 15, 2021 09:35 - 24 minutesIn this episode of This is Purdue, we’re talking to Dr. Esteban Ramirez, Chief Medical Officer for the Protect Purdue Health Center - the 24/7 virtual health center dedicated to all things COVID-19-related for the Purdue community. Listen in as we discuss how the Protect Purdue initiative assisted in getting 50,000 students, faculty and staff to return to campus safely, and why student culture has played a crucial role in Purdue’s success this year.
Trailer - This is Purdue
April 08, 2021 09:35 - 1 minuteThis is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap. Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, This is Purdue aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world. Join us every other Thursday as we...
Trailer: This is Purdue
April 08, 2021 09:35 - 1 minute - 1.3 MBThis is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap. Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, This is Purdue aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world. Join us every other Thursday as w...
Episode 28 - Purdue Polytechnic High School
March 15, 2021 04:01 - 9 minutes - 8.58 MBIn this episode we will discover more about Purdue Polytechnic High School and how it is providing a pathway to Purdue for underrepresented minority students.
Purdue Polytechnic High School
March 15, 2021 04:01 - 9 minutesIn this episode, we discover more about Purdue Polytechnic High School and how it is providing a pathway to Purdue for underrepresented minority students.
Engineering Opportunities
March 01, 2021 05:05 - 6 minutesA cutting-edge, student-run organization, Purdue University’s Solar Racing Club has been building solar cars for 30 years. In time, the group has grown into a thriving, innovative collegiate solar car team, building multiple vehicles and competing in national and international events. Let’s meet some of the group’s standout students who help promote the possibilities of sustainable transportation. The Women in Engineering Program at Purdue University helps girls and women discover their inne...
Episode 27 - Engineering Opportunities
March 01, 2021 05:05 - 6 minutes - 5.53 MBA cutting-edge, student-run organization, Purdue University’s Solar Racing Club has been building solar cars for 30 years. In time, the group has grown into a thriving, innovative collegiate solar car team, building multiple vehicles and competing in national and international events. Let’s meet some of the group’s standout students who help promote the possibilities of sustainable transportation. The Women in Engineering Program at Purdue University helps girls and women discover their inn...
Puck, Yeah!
January 28, 2021 20:28 - 6 minutesActive on campus since the early 1960s, Purdue University’s Hockey Club enjoys the enthusiastic support of students, alumni and sponsors. As a Division 3, ACHA collegiate-level organization, the Boilermakers compete within the Indiana Collegiate Hockey Conference. Skilled competitors on the ice, the club’s dedicated members play their home games at either the Fuel Tank in Fishers or Pop Weaver Ice Arena in Indianapolis. They share their passion for the sport with us here. Representing Purdue...
Episode 26 - Puck, Yeah!
January 28, 2021 20:28 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBActive on campus since the early 1960s, Purdue University’s Hockey Club enjoys the enthusiastic support of students, alumni and sponsors. As a Division 3, ACHA collegiate-level organization, the Boilermakers compete within the Indiana Collegiate Hockey Conference. Skilled competitors on the ice, the club’s dedicated members play their home games at either the Fuel Tank in Fishers or Pop Weaver Ice Arena in Indianapolis. They share their passion for the sport with us here. Representing Purdue...
Episode 25 - Motoring Along
January 18, 2021 05:01 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBPurdue University students continue to put their design expertise to groundbreaking use. In this installment of “This Is Purdue,” we talk with Professor John Sullivan from Aeronautics and Astronautics, along with some talented engineering students who recount their travels to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. While there, they set out to break a speed record using a cutting-edge vehicle they designed and built as a team. Through more than 1,000 student organizations covering diverse intere...
Motoring Along
January 18, 2021 05:01 - 8 minutesPurdue University students continue to put their design expertise to groundbreaking use. In this installment of “This Is Purdue,” we talk with Professor John Sullivan from Aeronautics and Astronautics, along with some talented engineering students who recount their travels to the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. While there, they set out to break a speed record using a cutting-edge vehicle they designed and built as a team. Through more than 1,000 student organizations covering diverse intere...
Episode 24 - Purdue Gets Medieval
January 04, 2021 05:01 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MBDedicated in 2008, the 8-foot-tall “Unfinished Block P” sculpture on Purdue University’s campus serves as a permanent reminder that one’s educational journey never ends – that learning, in essence, is a lifelong process. The bronze sculpture, cast to appear as if it were carved out of stone, was a collaborative effort between artists Rita and Rick Hadley, University officials and members of the Iron Key honorary that works anonymously each year on a service project benefiting Purdue. We take ...