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Purdue University launches new online transition to teaching program in special education

Purdue University is launching a new online Transition to Teaching Licensure Program in Special Education

September 3, 2026

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Kelvin Gumbs, executive director of military educational and strategic partnerships at Purdue University, helps military-affiliated learners advance their career readiness and professional development. (Photo provided)

Purdue’s leader of military education is nominated for HigherEdMilitary Spotlight Award

Purdue University’s Kelvin Gumbs, executive director of military educational and strategic partnerships, was nominated for the 2026 HigherEdMilitary Spotlight Award.

September 1, 2026

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Caring for animals can lead to a great career: What you need to know about vet school

If you are interested in a career supporting animal health and wellbeing, a solid educational foundation is critical to your success.

August 31, 2026

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Purdue launches new online dual degree combining Master of Science in engineering with Master of Business and Technology

Purdue University’s College of Engineering and Mitch Daniels School of Business are partnering to launch a new online master’s program, the dual Master of Science in engineering (MS) and Master of Business and Technology (MBT).

August 27, 2026

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Purdue launches new accessibility app that converts handwritten text to compliant HTML

Purdue University West Lafayette and Purdue University in Indianapolis will have access to a new app designed to translate handwritten and printed lecture notes, diagrams and equations into accessible HTML format.

August 14, 2026

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Online master’s in industrial engineering student balances graduate school with work at Lilly and assignment abroad

Before Ayrton Birnbaum was a student in Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Industrial Engineering program, he was a runner.

August 13, 2026

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Purdue School of Nursing launches online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Innovation and Quality

August 9, 2026

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For these two Purdue University graduates, an online degree was the key to innovation, discovery

Earning a graduate degree from Purdue University is no easy feat — especially for graduates Aakash Gupta and Adrien Ibarra.

August 4, 2026

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Education paves the way from tactical missions to real-world problem solving for online Master of Science in Engineering Technology grad

Refa Tomy Mukendi thought his strength resided in his muscles. But his journey from an Army specialist with a high school diploma to a civilian database engineer doctoral candidate in five years surprised even him.

July 29, 2026

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Forbes ranks Purdue University’s online master’s programs as most accessible in nation

Forbes recently ranked Purdue University’s online master’s programs as being among the most accessible in the nation.

July 27, 2026

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Humans — not AI — will lead projects, but the wise manager can learn to accept the assist

Project managers have a powerful partner waiting in their virtual lobby: artificial intelligence (AI).

July 22, 2026

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New online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Innovation and Quality program meets industry’s challenges

As more efficient and creative ideas reshape the very infrastructure of healthcare, the need for innovative leaders who can embrace change while keeping an eye on quality has never been greater. To equip the next wave of innovators, Purdue University is…

July 16, 2026

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