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Interested in Quantum Science? QSTEP is a program for upper undergrads looking to pursue quantum science. Want to learn ...
08/28/2026

Interested in Quantum Science? QSTEP is a program for upper undergrads looking to pursue quantum science.

Want to learn more?
Scan the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/4gBwMDU

Register by September 7th.

Your support makes stories like this possible! You can be a Boilermaker hero for students like Cayden by giving today at...
08/27/2026

Your support makes stories like this possible! You can be a Boilermaker hero for students like Cayden by giving today at https://purdue.university/4wvb0Za

✔️BGR complete!Thousands of new boilermakers began their journey in West Lafayette and Indianapolis last week. Check out...
08/26/2026

✔️BGR complete!
Thousands of new boilermakers began their journey in West Lafayette and Indianapolis last week. Check out pics from their journey at the Boiler Gold Rush New Student Orientations here: https://purduesci.com/3UiKzb6

Welcome to Purdue, PhysAstro Boilermakers!Physics and Astronomy was out on Memorial Mall today welcoming the newest memb...
08/21/2026

Welcome to Purdue, PhysAstro Boilermakers!

Physics and Astronomy was out on Memorial Mall today welcoming the newest members of the Purdue College of Science during New Student Orientation! 🔭✨

We’re glad you’re here. Boiler Up! 🚂

The stars are out over Purdue! 🌟🔭 A beautiful night on campus.There’s nothing quite like seeing the night sky from a Boi...
08/21/2026

The stars are out over Purdue! 🌟🔭 A beautiful night on campus.

There’s nothing quite like seeing the night sky from a Boilermaker point of view. 🚂✨

Purdue University is part of a national pilot initiative advancing the future of doctoral education. Through the Univers...
08/19/2026

Purdue University is part of a national pilot initiative advancing the future of doctoral education. Through the University-Industry Demonstration Partnership’s (UIDP) Industry-Integrated PhD (I-PhD) Scholars Program, Purdue is helping connect PhD education with industry experience and career pathways. The program is supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships. Learn more: https://purduesci.com/45B2Cf2

Among the first in the nation, AI-focused coursework at Purdue Science is designed to strengthen critical thinking, prom...
08/19/2026

Among the first in the nation, AI-focused coursework at Purdue Science is designed to strengthen critical thinking, promote responsible AI use, and equip students with workforce-ready skills. Learn more: https://purduesci.com/45FYlXJ

👍 Thumbs up to James Warwick in Building Services with PhysAstro!James earned a Thumbs Up in from Andy Robison, assist...
08/18/2026

👍 Thumbs up to James Warwick in Building Services with PhysAstro!
James earned a Thumbs Up in from Andy Robison, assistant department head for Physics and Astronomy.
Andy recognized James and his team for their hard work in the Physics Building this summer and the noticeable difference they've made throughout the building.
Thank you, James and team, for all you do to help keep Physics looking its best!

Read more here: https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/2026/Q3/this-weeks-thumbs-up-recipients-130/

Two Purdue University AI research projects have been selected among the first U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Genesis Mi...
08/17/2026

Two Purdue University AI research projects have been selected among the first U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Genesis Mission awards — and both are led by Purdue Science faculty.
From using AI to accelerate discovery in particle physics to advancing trustworthy AI for scientific research, our faculty are helping shape the future of science and discovery.
Learn more here: https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/2026/Q3/2-purdue-ai-research-projects-selected-among-the-first-genesis-mission-awards/

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