Purdue Technology Leadership & Innovation

04/24/2026

Take a look at some of our staff before they were boilers!

1. Cassie Pendelton
2. Dr. Chris Bittinger
3. Dr. Brandon Grant
4. Dr. Abrar Hammoud
5. Dr. Greg Strimel
6. Sara Multz
7. Dr. Josh Plaskoff
8. Dr. Jennifer Linvill

Did you get them all right? 🖤💛

03/25/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. Hammoud on receiving the Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award - Purdue’s highest honor for undergraduate teaching!

Being selected as one of only five faculty members across the entire university speaks volumes about the impact she has on students and the engaging, supportive learning environment she creates. This recognition is incredibly well deserved and a true reflection of the difference she makes every day.

Congratulations again, Dr. Hammoud!

03/09/2026

A huge thank you to Purdue alumnus Donzel Leggett, founder of Destiny Development Delta LLC, for joining us on February 26 as a guest lecturer!

Students had the opportunity to hear firsthand about leadership, entrepreneurship and the realities of building impact-driven organizations. Donzel shared valuable insights from his professional journey and challenged students to think creatively about how they ca turn ideas into action.

We’re grateful for alumni who return to campus to invest in the next generation of Boilermakers. Your time, perspective and mentorship make a lasting difference in our students. 🚂💛🖤

12/13/2025

Highlight of an OL grad using his leadership!

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, P.J. (BS organizational leadership ’18), was a three-year…

10/23/2025

Sixth graders at Battle Ground Middle School recently launched their handmade rockets into the sky, the grand finale of a hands-on technology project that brought physics, math, and engineering to life.

Meanwhile, at Harrison High School, construction students are building more than sheds; they’re building futures. Under the guidance of teacher Joshua Young, students are gaining real-world skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and craftsmanship.

From rockets to framing walls, TSC students are exploring, creating, and watching their learning take flight.