Month: May 2026

Hovde Hall at Purdue University

Message from President Chiang about appointment of interim president 

May 25, 2026 Boilermaker colleagues, I am absolutely pleased that today (May 25) Purdue's Board of Trustees voted and that President Emeritus Mitch Daniels agreed to serve as the interim president starting July 1. Mitch’s understanding of this university's vision...
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campus aerial of brick building

A message from President Chiang

May 18, 2026 Dear Purdue Students and Colleagues,  Last week was a particularly happy time here on our beautiful campus, with more than 10,000 new alumni graduating with their Purdue degrees. At the end of the ninth and last session,...
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President speaking at podium at commencement

Spring 2026 Commencement Remarks 

Purdue President Mung Chiang made these remarks during the university's Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies May 14-16. Today marks a special occasion for all of you: no more tuition bills, and no more final exams! Unless you want to pursue another...
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Thank you for another great year 

May 11, 2026 Dear Boilermaker students and colleagues, We arrive again at the end of another academic year where each of you contributed to untold numbers of shared successes and experiences. Because of your exceptional work each day, this time...
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