This Is Purdue
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Purdue-Discovered Drug Strengthens Fight Against Cancer | Dr. Philip Low
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re featuring a Boilermaker whose innovations are changing and saving lives across the world. Philip Low, ...
NASA Space Suit Engineer Amy Ross Discusses Purdue's Impact on Her Career
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Amy Ross, NASA Space Suit Engineer and Purdue alumna. Listen in as Amy discusses her firs...
This Is Purdue’s Greatest Hits of 2021
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re celebrating some of our most popular episodes of 2021 to ring in the new year! Listen in as we ...
Hail Purdue: A Boilermaker Carol
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re raising our song anew. Purdue University presents “A Boilermaker Carol.” We love the days we’ve spent with you, Boilermakers. Special t...
Purdue Super Fans Featuring Comedian Joey Mulinaro
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re highlighting Purdue super fans including comedian Joey Mulinaro, two young sisters who are aspiring to be ...
Purdue’s Whitest Paint Appears in 'Guinness World Records'
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re sharing a new update from our conversation with Xiulin Ruan, professor of mechanical engineering at Purdu...
Honoring Purdue University Veterans
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Jamie Richards (USN, retired) and Director of Purdue’s Veterans Success Center, M...
In-depth with Purdue Men's Basketball Head Coach Matt Painter
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Purdue men’s basketball head coach Matt Painter. Listen in as coach Painter discu...
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams to Lead Health Equity Initiatives at Purdue
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re welcoming Dr. Jerome Adams, Purdue University’s first executive director of health equity initi...
Former NFL Quarterback Jim Everett Reflects on His Time as a Boilermaker
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re talking to Jim Everett, former Purdue University and NFL quarterback, as he reflects on his football caree...
Celebrating 100 Years with The World's Largest Drum™
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re highlighting the legacy of Purdue University’s Big Bass Drum, also known as The World's Largest Drum...
Behind the Scenes: Purdue’s Boiler Gold Rush
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we’re going behind the scenes at Purdue’s largest Boiler Gold Rush event yet ahead of the start of the 20...
In-depth with Purdue Football Coach Jeff Brohm
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, we sit down with Purdue University Head Football Coach Jeff Brohm. Listen in as we get to know Coach Brohm ...
Purdue's Old Golden Ticket Vaccination Drawing: Winners' Reactions
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of This Is Purdue, we’re featuring our journey to find and award the 10 Boilermakers who entered the Old Golden Ticket Vacc...
Purdue’s Diving Dynasty at the Olympics | David Boudia
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, David Boudia, the most decorated Purdue University Diving Olympian, joins us. David shares his gold medal-winning ...
Purdue Professor Creates Whitest Paint to Combat Global Warming | Xiulin Ruan
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, professor of mechanical engineering at Purdue University, Xiulin Ruan, discusses his newest invention – ultr...
Creating a New Commencement Experience + Purdue President Mitch Daniels' Speech
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This Is Purdue, two of Purdue University’s commencement leaders join us to discuss Purdue’s first outdoor commencement ceremony...
President Mitch Daniels on Leading Purdue Through a Pandemic
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Purdue University’s official podcast, This is Purdue, we’re joined by a very special guest. Listen in as Purdue Uni...
Purdue Polytechnic High School Celebrates First Class of Graduating Seniors | Shatoya Ward
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This is Purdue, Shatoya Ward, founding principal at Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS) Englewood in Indianapolis, discusses...
The Data Mine: A Living and Learning Community | Mark Daniel Ward
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Data touches everything. But unlocking its full potential requires a data-fluent generation. Enter The Data Mine, a living-learning community uniting ...
Purdue Scientist Discusses Role in NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover | Briony Horgan
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An Associate Professor of Planetary Science at Purdue University, Briony Horgan is also one of the tactical science leads for NASA’s Perseverance Ma...
Protect Purdue | Dr. Esteban Ramirez
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of This is Purdue, we’re talking to Dr. Esteban Ramirez, Chief Medical Officer for the Protect Purdue Health Center - the 24/7 v...
Trailer - This is Purdue
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research,...
Purdue Polytechnic High School
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discover more about Purdue Polytechnic High School and how it is providing a pathway to Purdue for underrepresented minority stude...
Engineering Opportunities
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A cutting-edge, student-run organization, Purdue University’s Solar Racing Club has been building solar cars for 30 years. In time, the group has gr...
Puck, Yeah!
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Active on campus since the early 1960s, Purdue University’s Hockey Club enjoys the enthusiastic support of students, alumni and sponsors. As a Divis...
Motoring Along
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Purdue University students continue to put their design expertise to groundbreaking use. In this installment of “This Is Purdue,” we talk with Pro...
Purdue Gets Medieval
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dedicated in 2008, the 8-foot-tall “Unfinished Block P” sculpture on Purdue University’s campus serves as a permanent reminder that one’s educ...
Hidden Gems
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Purdue University campus is home to a diverse collection of sculptures — one that includes statues of individuals who have inspired students to ...
A Virtual Happy Holidays
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A grand tradition at Purdue University, the PMO Christmas Show ushers in each holiday season through the gift of song. Due to safety concerns surround...
Reimagined Campus Buildings
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is not your parents’ Purdue. When it comes to the way people learn, Purdue continues to push the boundaries and define the standard. Purdue’s...
Purdue Celebrations
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The latest edition of “This Is Purdue” highlights two University celebrations. We begin our podcast with details regarding the various festivities...
Hurling and Twirling
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discover more about the Purdue Hurling Club and the Purdue Twirling Team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the Move
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discover more about the Purdue All-American Marching Band and the Reamer Club. Listen in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Purdue Recreation and Sports Nutrition
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you'll hear about the Purdue CoRec and Sports Nutrition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Faculty Discoveries
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we will learn more about Purdue Professors Michele Buzon and Randy Roberts. These stories originally aired as part of the Boiler Byte...
Purdue Traditions
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we will learn more about the Founding of Purdue and the Wooden Jersey. These stories originally aired as part of the Boiler Bytes ser...
Sounds of Purdue
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we will discover more about the Purdue Varsity Glee Club and Purdue’s Center for Global Soundscapes. Learn more about your ad choic...
Purdue Legends
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of This is Purdue, you will hear about two aviation legends from the Purdue family, Neil Armstrong and Amelia Earhart. Learn more a...
School Spirit
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on This is Purdue you will hear about two nostalgic parts of Purdue’s history. First you will learn about Purdue’s most famous celebrity. ...
Summer Vacation
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathon Day, associate professor of hospitality and tourism management, is studying how to strike a balance for making tourism sustainable for future...
Your Work and Your Necessities During COVID-19
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on This is Purdue, Olivea McCollins talks to Ananth Iyer and Ellen Kossek about situations that are facing many of us today....
Agriculture + Public Health
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A Purdue entomologist talks about why we need mosquitoes even though most of us would prefer they go away ... and how to keep them from biting us duri...
Line Drives and Data Drives
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk data science. A first-year student explains how he’s sharing baseball statistics online and connecting with other sports-st...
It's in Our DNA
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We highlight a Purdue alumnus who has received national recognition for his impact as a science teacher. Also, a Purdue alumna shares how she moved s...
Science at Work
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We highlight a Purdue biochemistry professor and his team's work to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, a father and son team share how their s...
Soaring High
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A Purdue staff member passionately champions women’s contributions to engineering and we highlight a Purdue alumnus who co-created a flight communic...
With Your Health In Mind
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can FDA-approved drugs treat antibiotic-resistant infections? We talk with a Purdue professor whose work is aimed at answering that question, and we l...
Innovation & Inclusion
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A Purdue professor shares his fascination with technology in sports, and we celebrate the Purdue Black Cultural Center, which marked its 50th annivers...
Leading By Example
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Student athletes are becoming servant leaders thanks to a Purdue leadership advisor, and a PhD student in agronomy is determined to focus on her passi...
Hope Times Two
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A Purdue professor's invention is helping Parkinson's patients communicate, and a therapy in development in a Purdue lab could be a breakthrough for c...