Author: RM Barton

Through Purdue’s online Master of Science in Computer and Information Technology, Executive IT Director John Goodfellow turns a long-held dream into reality

John Goodfellow dreamed of going to Purdue for nearly 40 years before he became a student in the university’s online Master of Science in Computer and Information Technology program.

Purdue’s first online Master of Science in Microelectronics and Semiconductors graduate says degree gives him options in industry, academia

Before Vasil Yordanov became Purdue University’s first graduate in the online Master of Science in Microelectronics and Semiconductors program, he was a budding physicist and researcher in search of a specialty.

New online course from Purdue explores near-ubiquitous impact of AI in health care 

Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare, a new 100% online course from Purdue University, is designed to equip health care professionals with knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving uses of AI in health care, which could eventually affect almost every area of the industry.

The Brian Lamb School’s new online grad certs teach in-demand communication skills in healthcare, sports media and more

Purdue University is launching four new online graduate certificates in communication covering branding and marketing, health communication, digital media and communication technology, and sports communication. The graduate certificates from Purdue’s Brian Lamb School of Communication prepare students to tackle pressing challenges in a field that already has been changed radically with the advent of technologies such as the web, social media, smartphones and now –artificial intelligence.

Public health analyst gets the skills he needs to make a career change in Purdue’s Master of Science in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science

When Lawrence Carter started his Master of Science in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS) with Purdue, he was in the middle of several big life changes. For one, he was thinking about changing careers – he was working as a public health analyst for a federal agency but wanted to transition into a drug compliance role.

Service engineer accomplishes life-long dream by earning a master’s in engineering technology from Purdue

James Price, core lead in service engineering at Whirlpool, is a proud Hoosier. He was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana and describes himself as a Midwesterner through and through. Like many Hoosiers, he grew up hearing about Purdue University and its legacy in sports and academics, particularly engineering and technology.

Purdue professor helps students understand the importance of green hydrogen in online Master of Science in engineering technology program

John Sheffield, professor of engineering technology in Purdue University’s Polytechnic Institute, has a long-standing passion for developing green hydrogen sustainable energy solutions. 

Technology leader finds a new challenge in Purdue’s Doctor of Technology program

Melissa Zabel believes that artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to revolutionize the way people work – she’s seen this potential firsthand in her role as director of content experience at Salesforce, where she manages a team of software technical writers. In her job, Zabel uses and works on generative AI and sees firsthand how it can automate processes and optimize efficiency.

Healthcare facilities manager hones her leadership skills and sets new career horizons with Purdue’s online Master of Health Administration

Victoria Olmsted, a student in Purdue’s online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program, started her healthcare career when she was a freshman in high school. She got a job sterilizing dental equipment at a local dentist office, and soon realized she wanted to continue working in the healthcare field.

Program manager finds a passion for community service in Purdue’s online Master of Public Health

After Gabriella Quintana graduated from Purdue University in 2018 with a bachelor’s in public health, she moved back to the San Francisco Bay Area and started a career in clinic services. A couple years later, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and her field was thrust into a crisis. Her undergraduate coursework had focused on epidemiology, a branch of health science focused on the distribution and control of disease in communities