Dan Foti, professor in the Purdue’s Department of Psychological Sciences, has researched the brain’s reaction to positive visual stimuli, such as pet photos, during times of distress. The mood elevation from seeing a beloved pet may seem immediate, but it takes milliseconds for the information to be processed. Understanding the brain’s processing of images could lead to understanding more about the neurological components of people with depression and other mental health conditions.
On the last day of 2024, Purdue President Mung Chiang received the Sagamore of the Wabash, the highest honor bestowed by the Indiana governor, in recognition of his “transformational leadership at Purdue University.” Then-Gov. Eric Holcomb said, “Under your leadership, Purdue has continued to pioneer advancements in research, innovation and education, truly living up to the university’s motto of education, research and service.” The award was presented in person Wednesday (Jan. 15) by Chris Lowery, commissioner for Indiana’s Commission for Higher Education.
When Allison Boyd first stepped onto campus as a freshman in Purdue Polytechnic's School of Aviation and Transportation Technology, she initially struggled to find her footing, often battling imposter syndrome and financial uncertainty. Today, she is set to join an elite group of scholars as a recipient of the prestigious Marshall Scholarship, which enables intellectually distinguished scholars and future American leaders to study in the United Kingdom.
