The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Stephanie Pemberton (BA communication ’05), senior vice president of marketing for the...
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Is TikTok Lying to You About Protein? The Truth About Nutrition Trends
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Lauren Link (BS dietetics/health, fitness and nutrition ’11, MS health and kinesiology...
Hall of Fame Quarterback Drew Brees on Leadership and Life Beyond the NFL
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to record-setting quarterback Drew Brees (BS industrial management ’01, HDR business ’26)...
America at 250: Mitch Daniels on Higher Education, Free Speech and Democracy
In this special episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Mitch Daniels, interim president of Purdue University, in celebration of Ameri...
So You Want to Be a Content Creator? Why a College Degree Is Still Important
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Lindsay Veremis Perrault, director of co-curricular engagement and lecturer for the Br...
How Speedway, Indiana, Became the Racing Capital of the World and the Home of the Indy 500
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Nick Sturgeon (MS cybersecurity and trusted systems ’15), Speedway Town Council member...
The Science Behind Modern Fashion: Engineering, Fabrics and Sustainability
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Lauren Bright (BS multidisciplinary engineering ’11), founder and principal consultant...
True Crime, Cold Cases and the ‘CSI’ Effect: A Forensic Science Deep Dive
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Krystal Hans, director of forensic science and assistant professor of forensic entomol...
Live from IND: Final Four and the Host City Experience
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re coming to you live from Indianapolis – home to Purdue’s urban campus and this year’s host city of...
In 49 Other States, It’s Just Basketball — Why Indiana Loves the Game
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Mark Montieth, author and sports journalist. Mark is a renowned basketball historian w...
Bracketology 101: How To Build a Winning Tournament Bracket
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Jerry Palm (BS computer science ’85), a nationally recognized bracketology savant. Jer...
The State of Student Well-being: What Gen Z and Gen Alpha Need Now
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Beth McCuskey, Purdue’s vice provost for student life. Beth is a national thought lead...
Purdue Athletics Director Mike Bobinski on the Evolving World of College Sports
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Mike Bobinski, executive vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics at P...
AI Expert Discusses Best Practices for Maintaining Your Authentic Voice
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Kasie Roberson, clinical associate professor in the Organizational Behavior and Human...
Holiday Party and Job Interview Etiquette: The Complete Playbook
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Anthony Cawdron, Westwood event coordinator and estate manager, and adjunct hospitalit...
Lessons in Leadership and Loyalty From Purdue Men’s Basketball
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to P.J. Thompson, assistant coach for Purdue men’s basketball. During his time at Purdue,...
Workplace Well-Being: Burnout Signs You May Be Avoiding
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Allie Gabriel, the Thomas J. Howatt Chair in Management in Purdue University’s Mitch D...
College Majors That Didn’t Exist 10 Years Ago: How To Stay Future-Ready
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Dimitri Peroulis, senior vice president for partnerships and online at Purdue and the...
Breaking News Producer on the Evolution of the Media Industry
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Sutton Tyson, producer for CBS News. As a proud Purdue College of Liberal Arts alumna,...
Is College Still Worth It? (And How It’s Rapidly Changing)
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Matt Butler, the senior associate commissioner and chief academic officer for the Indi...