Artemis II mission launches Purdue experts, alumni into national media spotlight

The world’s attention on NASA’s Artemis II mission has led national and local media to repeatedly turn to Purdue University experts and alumni in recent days to help explain the science, significance and legacy behind humanity’s return to deep space. Coverage has highlighted Purdue’s long‑standing leadership and expertise in space exploration, generating more than 150 media mentions and an estimated 160 million potential impressions.

• The New York Times: Associate professor Carolin Frueh shared insights on orbital debris risks.
• NPR: Planetary scientist Briony Horgan explained the historic significance of Artemis II sending humans farther into space than ever before.
• Fox Weather: Cradle of Astronauts member Andrew Feustel reflected on his experience in space.
• Fox 59: Highlighted the upcoming Purdue 1 all‑Boilermaker mission and attended a campus launch watch party.
• WANE: Featured alumna Marie Henderson, deputy lunar science lead for the Artemis II mission.