As a coach, Lindsey Hicks inspires students athletically and academically Lindsey Hicks (LA’04) had no intention of coaching basketball. She’d just finished up playing professionally overseas for six season after college when she received a phone call that would change her life. The call was from Pam Stackhouse, who was an assistant women’s basketball coach […]
What is it like to experience a moment in someone else’s life? We stepped into the shoes of Purdue alumni who have been in history-making, life-changing, or just plain weird moments. What does it feel like to eat fire and swallow swords? Joel Van Auken (S’18) and Troy Deckard (MS -S’04) met in the Purdue juggling […]
Located in front of Hovde Hall in the heart of campus, the Class of 1939 Water Sculpture celebrated its 30th anniversary on July 17, 2019. Often called the Engineering Fountain or the Purdue Mall Fountain, the water sculpture was a gift from the Class of 1939 to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Indiana sculptor Robert Youngman […]
Joy. It’s a simple word to write, but it takes commitment to deliver, especially over the holidays. Cue the Purdue Alumni Club of Mid-Michigan, whose members are faithful volunteers at the Santa House in Midland, Michigan. Each year, they help children and their families experience the joy and magic of Christmas. Delivering delight starts the […]
Gingerbread structures deck the halls of Purdue Memorial Union each December, displaying the talents of Purdue Dining Services employees who participate in an annual construction contest featuring the sweet treat. Held since 2012, the competition is judged by a panel of university employees and students, who rank the designs on overall appearance, originality, decorating detail, […]
