Distinguished Science Alumni Awards

Awards are given to alumni whose work and achievements have made a significant difference in our communities and lives. We are very proud to claim them as part of the Purdue Science family, and we thank them for the valuable contributions they continue to make to our college, the University, and our world.

In so many ways, our distinguished alumni embody the college's mission. Their work and accomplishments are "real world" proof that a Purdue degree in science can lead to professional success and also help to solve some of the enormous challenges facing modern society. They are inspirational role models for us all.

2024 honorees:

Actuarial Science

Distinguished Alumni: Professor Ryan J. Morris

Biological Sciences

Distinguished Alumni: Professor Douglas N. Robinson
Entrepreneur Award: Dr. Lake N. Paul

Chemistry

Distinguished Alumni: Dr. Leah Riter

Computer Science

Distinguished Alumnus: Dr. Kostas Pantazopoulos
Early Career Scientist: Dr. Amber Johnson Avery

Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences

Distinguished Alumni: John McGinnis

Mathematics

Distinguished Alumni: Professor Nathanial Brown

Physics and Astronomy

Distinguished Alumni: Dr. Penny Warren

Statistics

Distinguished Alumni: Professor Bhramar Mukherjee