PFW ETCS

05/15/2026

📣 Now Inviting Employers:
2026–2027 Engineering, Technology & Computer Science Networking Opportunities

Connect with highly motivated students through a full lineup of recruiting and engagement events, including:

🔹 New Student Orientation Networking Event – August 21, 2026 (Free)
🔹 Fall Career Expo – October 28, 2026
🔹 Spring Career Expo – March 24, 2027
🔹 Next Generation Networking Series – Multiple dates across Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 (Free)

These events provide valuable opportunities to:
• Build early connections with emerging talent
• Promote internships and full-time roles
• Strengthen your organization’s campus presence

✅ Registration is available via Handshake (employer account required).
📩 For questions or to coordinate a student facility tour, contact Katy Henry at [email protected].

We look forward to partnering with you to support student career success.

05/14/2026

Over 5,000 students impacted this year—an achievement made possible through collaboration and shared purpose. 👏

We are honored to be part of an incredible network of business partners contributing to the 2025–26 3DE program. Together, we are helping shape future leaders and creating meaningful opportunities for students to succeed. 🎉

05/11/2026

🎉 Celebrating an Incredible Achievement! 🎉

Congratulations to Emma Lytle and her outstanding team on earning 3rd place in the Provost Research Excellence Award at Purdue Fort Wayne (PFW)—a truly well-deserved recognition of their hard work, leadership, and dedication! 👏

Their journey didn’t stop there. The team also showcased their research at the Purdue Undergraduate Research Conference, delivering an engaging in-person presentation and Q&A session after conducting and analyzing survey data. 📊🎤
Learn more about the conference here:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/dtRmCfmH

🏆 View the awards announcement:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/dHuRBby

And the momentum continues—Emma and her team recently represented their work at the Health Systems Innovation Lab (HSIL) Hackathon in Boston, competing alongside top-tier talent including healthcare professionals and Ivy League graduate students. While the competition was tough, their innovative ideas earned positive feedback and meaningful recognition, making it a valuable and inspiring experience. 🌟

We are so proud of all you’ve achieved and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next. Keep pushing boundaries and making an impact! 🚀

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05/06/2026

🎉 Student Achievement Spotlight 🎉

A team of student innovators has earned 🥇 1st Place in the Education Track at LA Hacks 2026 (UCLA)—competing against 1,000+ participants from top universities worldwide. In just 36 hours, they developed StudyO, an EdTech platform designed to support diverse learning styles and improve student outcomes. Their work impressed judges from Google, Amazon, and Cloudinary, who highlighted the project’s strong startup potential and encouraged the team to explore accelerator opportunities. This achievement reflects outstanding creativity, technical skill, and entrepreneurial vision on a global stage.

🔗 Learn more and explore their work:

• Website: https://www.studystudio.us

• Project submission: https://devpost.com/software/studyo-mju34e

• Demo video: https://youtu.be/jQ3Fq21-e_k

🏆 Official recognition:

• Devpost listing: https://devpost.com/software/studyo-mju34e

• Award announcement (27:18): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDW7Kf8RBdE&t=1693s

📸 Event photos:

• https://majorleaguehacking.smugmug.com/Event-Photos/LA-Hacks-s2026/n-HjtWb6

04/30/2026

🎒✨ Study. Snack. Succeed.

Mid‑day study slump? We’ve got you covered!
Swing by Snacks & Study for a calm space to focus and free snacks to keep you going.

Event Details:
📅 Thursday, April 30th
🕚 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 ETCS 235

🔕 Quiet environment
📚 Individual study time
🍿 Snacks provided

Bring your books, your notes, and your goals — we’ll bring the snacks!

04/30/2026

Hands‑on learning. Real‑world impact.

The School of Polytechnic at Purdue Fort Wayne prepares students with practical skills through project‑focused learning, state‑of‑the‑art labs, and hands‑on experiences that translate directly to today’s workforce.

This PFW Day of Giving, your support helps provide access to advanced technology, experiential learning, and career‑ready opportunities for our students.

💛 Thank you for investing in their future.

04/30/2026

Small action. BIG impact.

Your support during PFW Day of Giving helps ETCS students grow through:
✅ Professional development
✅ Research projects
✅ Student organizations
✅ Scholarships

Every student deserves the chance to succeed—and your generosity helps make that possible.

🔗 Make your impact today:
https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/college-of-engineering-technology-and-computer-science

04/30/2026

From hands‑on learning to real‑world impact 💻🤖

The Department of Computer Science at Purdue Fort Wayne empowers students through evolving technology, student organizations, industry connections, and even a robotic four‑legged friend. 🐾

This Day of Giving, your support helps create opportunities that prepare students for careers in innovation and leadership. Every gift—big or small—makes a difference.

💛 Thank you for supporting our students and their future.

04/30/2026

Your support. Their career success.

Through resume reviews, mock interviews, and career‑fair preparation, ETCS students gain the confidence and skills they need to succeed—thanks to the generosity of parents and supporters.

This Day of Giving, your donation helps create real‑world opportunities that prepare students for what’s next.

👉 Give today:
https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/college-of-engineering-technology-and-computer-science