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February 2, 2026
| Hello, Boilermakers!
It's February and time for some fantastic events for students in Indianapolis. Read on for information about Minors and More; the Engineering, Science and Tech Connect Career Fair; and the Spring 2026 Leadership Experience at Purdue program retreat.
It was great to see President Mung Chiang in Indianapolis on Jan. 15 to meet with students, faculty and staff and to tour the Academic Success Building construction. With collaboration accelerating across the city, Purdue’s impact in Indianapolis continues to grow.
Looking ahead, Spring Family Weekend offers a great opportunity to highlight the meaningful work happening across our community. I invite your department or program to host an event on April 17 in Indianapolis as part of the festivities for students and their families.
This newsletter also reflects on the Jan. 23 Faculty and Staff Summit and highlights two important initiatives in Indianapolis: Purdue Polytechnic Institute’s multidisciplinary technology program and the Indianapolis Career Council’s continued focus on student success.
Boiler Up!
David M. Umulis Senior Vice Provost Purdue University for Indianapolis
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In the Career + Experience Collaboration Hub in Indianapolis, Purdue University President Mung Chiang met with students engaged with industry through internships and experiential education as part of his January visit. Read more.
| EVENTS
Teaching & Learning Reading Group to discuss ‘The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of AI’
The Center for Instructional Excellence invites instructors to join Purdue’s teaching and learning reading groups to discuss “The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of AI” by Tricia Bertram Gallant and David A. Rettinger. Sessions will be held both in West Lafayette and virtually through Teams. Participants can choose their date and location according to their schedules for each week by completing an online questionnaire by Feb. 13
. Sessions are Thursdays, 1-2 p.m. Feb. 26, Mar. 26, and Apr. 23 in West Lafayette or Fridays, 1-2 p.m. Feb. 27, Mar. 27, and Apr. 24 virtually through Teams. Read more.
Plan now: 2026 Spring Family Weekend April 17-19
Family Weekend is a special time for Boilermaker families to engage with their students and experience Purdue University. We invite you to showcase your department, program or initiative by:
Hosting an event, demonstration, open house or fun activity from 1:30-4 p.m. Friday, April 17 (flexible timing)
Joining a family reception Friday in Indianapolis or Saturday in West Lafayette
Details will be shared with campus partners who indicate interest in the survey link. Submit your event details in the survey or email boilerfamily@purdue.edu to schedule a meeting and explore engagement options. Deadline: Feb. 5.
Each year, the National Student Employment Association coordinates the annual Student Employee of the Year National Awards to recognize outstanding undergraduate and graduate student employees. See here for more information and consider nominating your student employees. Contact Nicole McCabe with questions.
Faculty and staff summit highlights Purdue successes and growth in Indianapolis
The growing state of Purdue’s expansion in Indianapolis in its second year — and impactful plans well beyond — was the subject of the Purdue faculty and staff summit Jan. 23. Read more.
Indianapolis Career Council drives career readiness for Purdue students
Purdue is ensuring students in Indianapolis get a head start on their professional path through the newly established Indianapolis Career Council.
Formed this past year and headed by Patrick Francis, director of career relations for Indianapolis, the council aligns key units and academic departments. Read more.
Ten Purdue University researchers were named in Clarivate’s 2025 list of Highly Cited Researchers, demonstrating research excellence and influence in their fields. The selected researchers have authored multiple papers that rank among the top 1% in citations in their respective fields, as recorded in the Web of Science from 2014-24. Honorees included Babak Anasori, the Reilly Rising Star Associate Professor of Materials and Mechanical Engineering, for his work in materials science.
Jacqueline McDermott and Christine Warnock receive College of Engineering Staff Awards of Excellence for 2025
The College of Engineering honored the 2025 class of Staff Awards of Excellence recipients with a festive celebration at the Purdue Memorial Union on Dec. 12. The event featured social hours, an awards-style ceremony, Purdue Pete and photo opportunities. The recipient of the professional achievement award was Jacqueline McDermott(pictured left), associate director of graduate student excellence. The support and service by a new employee award went to Christine Warnock(right), senior administrative assistant for Motorsports Engineering. See the complete list of honorees, as well as event photos and portals for next year's nominations.
Students are invited to an in-person event to find out about Purdue minors available in Indianapolis. Come to the ET Atrium 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Feb. 10.
Spring 2026 Engineering, Science & Tech Connect Career Fair set for Feb. 17 in Indianapolis
The Spring 2026 Engineering, Science, & Tech Connect: Purdue University Career Fair will be held at the IU Indianapolis Campus Center Feb. 17 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. This is an opportunity for employers to recruit Purdue students for internships and full-time roles from specific Engineering, Polytechnic, Science and Business (Integrated Business and Engineering) majors located in Indianapolis.
Spring 2026 LEAP Retreat in Indianapolis
The Roger C. Stewart LEAP (Leadership Experience at Purdue) Program is a first-year leadership development opportunity that utilizes CliftonStrengths for Students. Interested students may attend a LEAP retreat at ET 327 in Indianapolis from 11:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 21. During the LEAP Program, students explore leadership, well-being, networks and impact. Lunch will be provided. Read more and registerhere.
