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Laura Murray-Kolb named Purdue’s first Sharon Rulon Broadhead Head of Nutrition Science

Laura Murray-Kolb, professor and head of the Purdue University Department of Nutrition Science, has been announced as the first Sharon …
Jonathon Day stands in front of Machu Picchu in Peru for a photo.

More than Machu Picchu: Purdue tourism researcher inspires sustainable rural Peruvian tourism, potential study abroad opportunity

Jonathon Day, associate professor in the Purdue University White Lodging-J.W. Marriott, Jr. School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, is helping …
Sarah Molander poses for a picture while holding a packet of BEE'S N SEA'S.

Purdue Nutrition Science senior creates a buzz with natural pre-workout

Sarah Molander, a senior majoring in dietetics/nutrition, fitness, and health in the Purdue University Department of Nutrition Science, has combined …
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Purdue College of Health and Human Sciences appoints permanent leaders for Schools of Nursing and Health Sciences

The Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) has named two accomplished faculty members to permanent leadership positions …
Vidhi Pandya receives her PURE Tox certificate from Jonathan Shannahan and Jason Cannon

Purdue PURE Tox program expands access to undergraduate toxicology training and research nationwide

For many students, discovering toxicology isn’t a straight path, often encountered by chance outside of core classes. The Purdue University …
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From campus to the coast: Purdue alumna balances Counseling and Psychological Services role with travel nursing career

Thirty-nine states, 26 national parks and counting, Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences alumna Alyssa Cutter is passionate …
A nurse listens to a pregnant woman's stomach with a stethoscope.

The stories behind the numbers: Purdue nursing researcher confronts stigma in treating maternal substance use disorders

In Indiana, 31.4 mothers die for every 100,000 births, according to the March of Dimes’ 2025 report card. Nationwide, according …
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Kristine Marceau named HHS associate dean for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars

Kristine Marceau, associate professor of human development and family science and co-director of the Methodology Center at Purdue (MCAP), has …
Pork and pineapple is being grilled with tongs moving the items around.

Purdue hospitality expert: American barbecues foster savory flavors, community

Shawn Bucher’s barbecue mantra of “low and slow is the way to go” is poetry to the ears of grilled-meat …
A pan of Basil, shrimp and tomato pasta with feta.

Purdue Extension’s Steps to a Healthy You combines exercise, Mediterranean-style eating pattern

The Mediterranean eating plan coupled with at least 150 minutes of exercise a week were key components in the program, …
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Purdue HTM graduate student reveals sensory marketing is more than meets the eye through award-winning research paper

Your favorite song plays as you’re shopping for clothes. The scent of bergamot draws you into a candle store. The …
Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth stands in her office. An America250 graphic appears in the bottom righthand corner.

From programs to practice, Purdue HDFS distinguished professor reflects on creating lasting change for families

At just 13 years old, Shelley MacDermid Wadsworth organized her first conference with the intent of helping enhance processes in …