Access, Opportunity, and Diversity
In the College of Science, we are driven by a commitment to foster access, opportunity, and diversity across the wide range of scientific disciplines in which we engage. These principles, rooted in integrity, respect, and honor, are essential to creating a community where all students, faculty, and staff feel valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Through research, teaching, and service across our scientific fields, we strive to promote excellence and innovation, equipping our community with the skills, perspectives and critical thinking needed to lead in our society and workforce.
- In Teaching: We encourage exploration, inquiry, and critical thinking, fostering curiosity, understanding, and respect for the many facets of human experience within the sciences.
- In Research and Scholarship: We generate new knowledge and insights across multiple science disciplines, honoring the responsibility to reflect and shape the cultures and societies in which we live.
- In Service: We collaborate with communities to address critical challenges, build inclusive leadership, and create a global impact.
By encouraging innovation across disciplines, we lay a foundation of integrity and excellence that supports success in an ever-changing world. The College of Science exemplifies Purdue’s persistent pursuit of growth and inclusion, empowering the next generation of leaders.




In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services, and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Ethics and Compliance at vpec@purdue.edu or 765-494-5830.