In episode 4 of the “5 Questions With the Provost” video series, Provost Patrick Wolfe visits with Molly Amstutz, Purdue’s chief data officer, about her team’s role in expanding the AI core requirement for students to include critical thinking. She also addresses the academic rigor question, and what’s driving Purdue’s stronger graduation and retention rates.
Two senior leaders are being promoted as the university continues efforts to expand development and growth of the Indianapolis campus, Purdue’s top priority and most important opportunity. Michael B. Cline, senior vice president for Administrative Operations and chief operating officer for Indianapolis, becomes executive vice president and chief executive officer for Indianapolis, and Jay Wasson, vice president for physical facilities and chief public safety officer, becomes senior vice president for Administrative Operations.
Comparative oncologists Shawna Klahn and Nikolaos Dervisis at Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine study and pioneer protocols for tumor ablation, a less invasive way of treating cancer that can be more effective than surgery, radiation or chemotherapy. Their research benefits dogs and humans alike, improving care and outcomes for cancer patients.
In “Advanced Air Mobility: Human Factors, Ecosystem Readiness, and the Integration of eVTOLs,” Debra Henneberry, assistant professor in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology, explores how electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft are being incorporated into global transportation networks. The volume pairs theoretical foundations with international case studies to offer operational, regulatory and human-centric guidance for integrating next-generation aviation technologies.
The opportunity to review, select and make changes to benefits for 2027 is almost here. Open enrollment for Purdue University and Purdue Global employees begins Tuesday (Oct. 27) and continues through 6 p.m. ET Nov. 10, giving benefits-eligible employees two weeks to make decisions about their coverage for the coming year.
