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Purdue University Online continues to achieve high national rankings

Purdue University’s College of Engineering online master’s degrees and College of Education offerings again ranked among the nation’s elite in the newest U.S. News & World Report rankings of best online programs. Purdue online master’s degrees in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering and engineering management all ranked No. 1 for 2024 — the fifth consecutive year industrial and mechanical engineering have topped the list, and the third year for engineering management.

Media contact: Tim Doty, doty2@purdue.edu

Boilermakers have front-row seat to historic total eclipse of the sun

In anticipation of the once-in-a-generation event, Purdue University released information and opportunities for students, staff, instructors, alumni and fans interested in celebrating the day.

Media contact: Trevor Peters, peter237@purdue.edu

NSF Director Panchanathan, U.S. Sen. Young to join Purdue President Chiang for Presidential Lecture Series event Feb. 13

Sethuraman Panchanathan, director of the U.S. National Science Foundation, and U.S. Sen. Todd Young of Indiana on Tuesday, Feb. 13, will join Purdue President Mung Chiang for a fireside chat as part of the Presidential Lecture Series. The event is at 11 a.m. in Stewart Center’s Fowler Hall and is free to the public; registration is required.

Media contact: Tim Doty, doty2@purdue.edu

New terminal at Purdue University Airport to be named for Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart’s connection to Purdue University and its renowned aviation history will be recognized with the naming of the to-be-constructed Amelia Earhart Terminal at Purdue University Airport. Purdue trustees approved the naming Friday (Feb. 2).

Media contact: Tim Doty, doty2@purdue.edu

Complex tree canopies help forests recover from moderate disturbances

Extreme events wipe out entire forests, dramatically eliminating complex ecosystems as well as local communities. Researchers have become quite familiar with such attention-grabbing events over the years. They know less, however, about the more common moderate-severity disturbances, such as relatively small fires, ice storms, and outbreaks of pests or pathogens. 

Media contact: Maureen Manier, mmanier@purdue.edu

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