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Consider giving back to #PurdueMEP on #PurdueDayofGiving We need the support of our alumni and friends, like you, to help students that otherwise would not have access to our programs. @PurdueEngAlums #BoilerUp
This year, we celebrated 50 years of MEP and NSBE with a series of unforgettable moments — from alumni panels and campus tours to heartfelt reenactments and the historic plaque dedication in STEW 202. Founders and alumni returned home to honor the past and inspire the future.
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Join the Don & Liz Thompson Minority Engineering Program for a PHYS 172 Exam Prep Session on March 27, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 PM at the MEP Academic Success Center, LMBS 2235. Led by Carlos Caldentey, a Spring 2025 Physics 172 Supplemental Instructor and MEP Tutor.
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Join us at the 2025 Amelia Earhart Summit to Launch, Lead, and Leave a Legacy. April 5 at 8:30 AM in FRNY G140 – Registration required. We are excited to welcome Yen Matsutomi as our keynote speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from an accomplished leader.
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Calling all NSBE 50 attendees! Join the Purdue Minority Engineering Program at the Purdue Networking Reception during the NSBE 50 Conference! 🎉 🔗 Register now: events.blackthorn.io/en/3ktO…
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💛🖤 Honoring a Purdue Pioneer 💛🖤 Meet David Robert Lewis, Purdue’s first Black graduate (Class of 1894) and a trailblazer in engineering. His legacy reminds us that excellence, determination, and innovation shape the path forward.
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Celebrating Shawn Washington, a 2023 Chemical Engineering graduate making an impact as an R&D Engineer at General Mills. From Purdue Student Government to NSBE Grand Prix, his journey reflects leadership and ambition.
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MEP just wrapped up our annual 2025 Engineering PREVIEW, giving future engineers a glimpse into life at Purdue! Learn more about this amazing pre-college program: engineering.purdue.edu/MEP/p…
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Celebrating Black History Month with a special Student Spotlight featuring Amaiya Torian. Her dedication to engineering, leadership in NSBE, and service with NACWC, Inc. inspire us all. Perseverance and excellence pave the way for success. Keep striving for greatness!
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Student Spotlight: Jada Andrews This Black History Month, we celebrate Jada Andrews, a highly involved First Year Engineering student making an impact at Purdue.
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Student Spotlight: Clifford Underwood This Black History Month, we celebrate Clifford Underwood, a highly involved student making an impact at Purdue.
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Student Spotlight: Amareah Bead This Black History Month, we celebrate Amareah Bead, a dedicated Civil Engineering student making an impact at Purdue.
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✨ Black History Month Alumni Spotlight ✨ Meet Viveca Fairbanks, a powerhouse in engineering and leadership! 💡 As the Senior VP of Global Enterprise Programs at Ecolab and a proud Purdue alum, she’s paved the way for future engineers.
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Honoring the Chicago Six! The legacy of the Chicago Six lives on! These six trailblazing engineering students, with the guidance of Dr. Arthur J. Bond, transformed a vision into reality—bringing the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) to life in 1975. 🌍⚙️
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🎓✨ Meet Mamie Johnson, a proud Chemical Engineering graduate making moves as a Technical Engineer at E. & J. Gallo Winery! 🍷💡 From MEP to Mortar Board, she embraced every opportunity at Purdue!
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✨ Honoring the Legacy of Odell Johnson ✨ A trailblazer in engineering and a proud Purdue MEP alum, Odell Johnson paved the way for future generations. From balancing ROTC and work while in school to leading impactful programs at GM, his dedication continues to inspire. 💛⚙️
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📚✏️ Get ready to ace your exams with MEP! Join us for Exam Prep Sessions for Calc II & Phys 172, featuring expert instructors, study support, and free food! 🍕📖 Don't miss out—let's start the semester strong! 💪 #MEP #ExamPrep #EngineeringSuccess"
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✨ Black History Month Student Spotlight ✨ Meet Amareah Bead, a standout Civil Engineering student at Purdue! 🚀 She honors Black History as a reminder of the sacrifices that paved the way for today’s opportunities.
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🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟 Meet Javara Perrilliat, a proud Purdue MEP alum and leader in the engineering world! 🚀 As President of the Southwest Area at Republic Services, his journey from Purdue’s classrooms to corporate leadership is inspiring.
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🌟Black Excellence in Engineering!🌟 Meet Virginia Booth Womack, the powerhouse behind @PurdueMEP! 💛⚙️ As Director since 2004, she has transformed opportunities for underrepresented minorities in STEM, increasing graduation rates by 160%! 📈
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