Purdue University's College of Engineering is gearing up to celebrate the National Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) from April 7-11, 2025. This week-long event is dedicated to recognizing the outstanding contributions and achievements of Purdue's graduate students. Purdue Engineering graduate students are renowned for their exceptional research and academic excellence, making significant impacts both nationally and globally.

To learn more about recent awards and recognitions, visit the Graduate Education's Fellowships and Recognition webpage. Additional honors will be announced at the April 16, 2025 awards luncheon, further highlighting the impressive accomplishments of Engineering graduate students.

During GSAW, a series of events will be held to support and celebrate current graduate students. These activities are designed to foster community, provide resources, and acknowledge the hard work and dedication of these students. Purdue's commitment to fostering a supportive environment for graduate students is evident in these events, which aim to enhance their academic and personal experiences. Learn more about GSAW events happening in early April here.

On April 4^th, the Friday before GSAW, the College of Engineering will host the first ever graduate research symposium in Indianapolis. Join Engineering graduate students and postdocs from both Indianapolis and West Lafayette for an afternoon that includes a poster session and lab tours. Open to anyone in the Purdue Engineering community. Learn more at the Indianapolis Engineering Research Symposium Website.

Purdue's engineering graduate students are at the forefront of innovative research, contributing to groundbreaking projects that have far-reaching implications. Their work not only elevates Purdue's reputation as a leader in engineering graduate education, but also contributes to solving global challenges. The university looks forward to celebrating these achievements and expressing gratitude for the invaluable role graduate students play in advancing engineering excellence at Purdue University College of Engineering.

Learn more about events during GSAW at the two links below:

• https://purduegradstudents.com/events/
• https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/2025/Q1/graduate-student-appreciation-week-kicks-off-today/

Learn more about Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs at www.engr.purdue.edu/grad.