Distinguished Science Alumni Awards

Awards are given to alumni whose work and achievements have made a significant difference in our communities and lives. We are very proud to claim them as part of the Purdue Science family, and we thank them for the valuable contributions they continue to make to our college, the University, and our world.

In so many ways, our distinguished alumni embody the college's mission. Their work and accomplishments are "real world" proof that a Purdue degree in science can lead to professional success and also help to solve some of the enormous challenges facing modern society. They are inspirational role models for us all.

2025 Honorees

 

2025 honorees:

Actuarial Science

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Michael Roscoe

Biological Sciences

  • Distinguished Alumna: Dr. Sonia Nasr

Chemistry

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Richard Wien

Computer Science

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Distinguished Professor Michael Goodrich

Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences

  • Distinguished Alumna: Dr. Amalia Olivera Riley

Mathematics

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Professor Tamás Darvas
  • Philanthropy Award: Mary Jane Elmore

Physics and Astronomy

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Dr. Indrajit Lahiri

Statistics

  • Distinguished Alumnus: Professor Peter Mueller

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