Office of Engagement's
Case Studies
Engagement's Case Studies Library Highlights Meaningful and Reciprocal Community Engagement
Developed by the Office of Engagement, these case studies document and showcase the work of Purdue faculty, staff, units, and community partners. They demonstrate how community engagement advances all three land-grant mission pillars—research, teaching, and engagement—while creating broader public impact.
As outlined in the Engagement Protocol, effective community engagement supports discovery, the scholarship of teaching, the scholarship of engagement, and community empowerment. These outcomes are interconnected and most impactful when they occur together. For more information or to recommend a faculty member, Purdue unit, or community partner, contact engagement@purdue.edu.
From Classroom to College: The Story of Indiana GEAR UP
Indiana GEAR UP was a federally funded postsecondary education access grant. It was designed to deliver statewide programming to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education, especially in STEM fields. The program was a collaboration between Purdue University and the Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE).
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Purdue University College of Pharmacy: The Rise of the Center for Health Excellence, Quality, and Innovation
First formed in January 2020, the Center for Health Excellence, Quality, and Innovation (CHEQI) was created within Purdue University’s College of Pharmacy. The center is composed of an interdisciplinary team of faculty, staff, and students who are committed to promoting health access alongside community partners.
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Natalia Rodriguez: Using Engagement-Based Research to Drive Impactful Results in Communities
Dr. Natalia Rodriguez is an associate professor with the College of Health and Human Sciences in the Department of Public Health. Additionally, she has a courtesy appointment with the College of Engineering in the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
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Purdue University Department of Food Science: A Leader in Innovation, Education, and Industry Collaboration
Purdue University’s Department of Food Science is a leader in food innovation, research, and community engagement, dedicated to advancing food safety, quality, and sustainability. Through partnerships the department provides hands-on education and impactful research that support industry growth and prepare students for meaningful careers.
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