Dr. Al Novick, AAE's distinguished alumnus (B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from AAE) and our school's honorary industry professor, passed away on Dec. 8, 2012.
August 25, 2012 we lost alumni Boilermaker Neil Armstrong. As a 1955 graduate of the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, his accomplishments have long become a source of pride to our school, and before becoming an astronaut, he served his country as an officer in the US Navy and in the Korean War. We are proud to recognize him as an accomplished engineer, naval aviator, test pilot, and educator who went on to become the first man to walk on the Moon. He was an outstanding role model for students of all ages and we salute his hard work and dedication to his profession.
Professor Emeritus Larry Cargnino was posthumously inducted into Purdue University's Cooperative Education Hall of Fame on October 12, 2012. This distinguished group represents an extraordinary cross-section of achievements and leadership. Professor Cargnino, who passed away this past January, was committed to providing Purdue students with real-life work experiences as both the founder and coordinator of the Co-op Program in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
The Purdue University designation Outstanding Aerospace Engineer recognizes the professional contributions of graduates from the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics and thanks them for the recognition that their success brings to Purdue and the School. Eight graduates of the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics were honored with the School's highest honor at the 14th annual Outstanding Aerospace Engineers Award on September 28, 2012 at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, West Lafayette, IN.
