January 2026 - Cce-graduates-list

Graduate Technical Writing Course - Summer 2025
by Ricksy, Jennifer R 19 May '26

19 May '26

We are offering the Grad Technical Writing course with Case Tompkins in summer 2025 and have 19 spots available. The course is being offered as CE 49700 (CRN: 35349). The course begins June 16, 2025. Please see the course description attached. Requirements for the course: * Students should have a research paper with a relatively complete first draft already written by the first day of class. This paper must be intended for eventual publication. * This is a 1.0 credit course that will be graded as Pass/No Pass, therefore cannot be used to meet the requirements for their degree. * It is expected that the student will participate for the full semester. Feel free to register if you are interested and meet the requirements for the course. Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Ph: 765-494-2436 Email: jricksy(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jricksy@purdue.edu> Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering 550 Stadium Mall Drive - HAMP 1141G West Lafayette, IN 47907 Current Residential Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current Current Online Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Online/curriculum Prospective Residential Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Degree-Requirements Prospective Online Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Online

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Upcoming MSCE Defense Dates
by Ricksy, Jennifer R 07 May '26

07 May '26

Please visit https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts to find details on the upcoming defense dates for: MSCE: Name Date & Time Location Advisor Area of Study Jain, Nimisha<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts/MS_…> Jul 15, 2024 @ 09:00am BOWN 1003 Varma STR Mittal, Nikhil<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts/MS_…> Jul 15, 2024 @ 02:00pm BOWN 1003 Varma STR Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Ph: 765-494-2436 Fax: 765-494-0395 Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive - HAMP 1141 West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051

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Student Reminders
by Ricksy, Jennifer R 16 Feb '26

16 Feb '26

Hello CCE Grad Students, Please read over the reminders below: New students: * Be sure that you have met any conditions imposed on your admission by the Graduate School. You can return to your admission letter and find any conditions on the second page. Typical conditions include submitting final transcripts from all institutions listed on your application, showing that all courses have been completed and presenting your official bachelor's diploma, showing that your degree has been awarded, to the Graduate School. You can have your final transcripts emailed to the Graduate School directly from your undergraduate institution (send them to gradadm(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gradadm@purdue.edu>) or you can have hardcopies mailed to: Purdue Graduate School 155 S Grant Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 * The registrar and bursar may also have placed holds on your account for financial responsibility and emergency contact information. If you have these holds, here is some information on how to get them removed. Please note that these are added once a year by the Registrar - so you will have to update the information repeatedly during your program. * Emergency contact help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrOEx1Ihf00<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtu…> * Financial responsibility help: https://www.purdue.edu/treasurer/finance/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1.Finan… * Also, please remember that all new graduate students must enroll in CE 69100 - Grad Student Orientation seminar in their first semester unless they have a time conflict with another course. In that case, please take CE 691 in your second semester. All students: * Please be sure that you have updated your current address on your myPurdue account to reflect your local address. * If you have an update to your initial advisor - please let me know so that I can make the change to your myPurdue account. * As a Purdue Graduate student in the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, there are certain certifications that we require you to complete. Some of these are coordinated by university-wide offices, others are tracked by the CCE Grad Office and some are certified through Brightspace/WebCert. Here is a list of the certifications that the Civil Grad Office would like to ensure that you are aware of and completing in a timely manner: * Equal Access/Equal Opportunity (EA/EO) - Harassment and Discrimination: Prevention and Response Training. This training is offered by the Office of the Vice President for Ethics & Compliance (OVPEC) and links to more information can be found at: http://www.purdue.edu/ethics/ed-training/gradsessions.html. * Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR). There is an in-person workshop requirement and an online module requirement for RCR. We make the RCR requirement a part of the CE 691 - Grad Student Orientation, so most students will have met the requirement with completion of CE 691. Instructions for completing the online portion are available at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Forms/Responsi…. The online portion should be renewed every five years. If you were not able to attend the in-person component of the requirement during CE 691 - you should attend an RCR workshop offered by the Graduate School. Schedules are available at: https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/professional-development/workshops/index.…. * Safety Training - A general training presentation is offered as a session of CE 691. We also offer the Lyles School of Civil Engineering/Right to Know Training online at: https://www.eventreg.purdue.edu/WebCert/Heading.aspx, that must be updated annually. Area labs will also have specific training requirements. * Other certifications not coordinated through the CE Grad Office: * Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)/Gramm Leach Bliley Act (GLBA) - Students with TA assignments will need to complete these certifications, as required to comply with Federal Law. Completed on Brightspace/WebCert. Must be renewed annually. * Respecting Boundaries. The Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (SaVE) Act, a federal law, requires all new incoming students to receive primary prevention and awareness education about sexual violence. The OVPEC office coordinates the completion of this online program at admission/during a students' first semester. If it's not completed by the deadline, a hold will be placed on your registration. Continuing students should not have to worry about this program, it would have been completed in your first semester and at this time it's not required to renew, however I wanted to include it on this list as a reminder. * Please check your transcripts/grades at least once a semester to ensure that you are registered correctly, and all grades have been posted. The registrar allows one year from the original date of enrolling in a course/research hours to update a grade. It is your responsibility to make sure things are updated in a timely fashion. Incomplete or failing grades can affect your graduation and for international students, can cause you to be out of compliance with immigration. * Master's students should have their plan of study on file by the end of their second semester. Students in the 4+1 program and those MSCE students planning to graduate in two semesters, need to complete their plan in their first MSCE semester. PhD students should have their plan done by the end of their third semester. You can find the link to the Plan of Study Workshop presentation at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current. Once the plan has been approved, you can make changes to coursework, committee members and thesis vs non-thesis. * Graduation procedures and deadlines can be found at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Graduating_Stu…. * If you have legal questions - there is an office on campus that may be able to help you: https://www.purdue.edu/odos/sls/. * If you need some information on how the Purdue medical insurance plan works - or how the medical system works in general, you can find some information at www.purdue.edu/push<http://www.purdue.edu/push>. You can also stop by the Student Insurance office in PUSH 338 or 340. The office is open M-F 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Lastly, we encourage all students (especially thesis option master's and PhD students) to work with their advisor on a career development plan. * You can find the Student Mentoring Handbook and Individual Development Planning (IDP) Worksheet at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Academics/Graduate/ProfessionalDevelopm… * Think about what you expect of your advisor * Find out what your advisor expects of you * Plans will evolve overtime, make sure you meet with your committee regularly (at least once a year). PhD students: Once you have an approved plan of study, its required that you hold an Annual Meeting<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Forms/PhD-Ann…> with your committee. * Be intentional about your career planning Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Ph: 765-494-2436 Fax: 765-494-0395 Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive Delon and Elizabeth Hampton Hall of Civil Engineering-Room 1141 West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051

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CoE Outstanding Service Scholarship Nominations
by Jennifer R Ricksy 09 Feb '26

09 Feb '26

Hello CCE Faculty and Grad Students, The College of Engineering awards an Outstanding Service Scholarship of $2,000 to a graduate student in each school who has provided outstanding service to the graduate student community, the School, the College, and/or the University. Each school is asked to nominate one candidate for the Outstanding Service Scholarship. The Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering is taking nominations for the CCE Scholarship. The Grad Committee will rank our nominations and send our top student on to the College. Nominations are due to Jenny Ricksy (jricksy(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jricksy@purdue.edu>) by 8:00 am Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Nominees should meet the following criteria: 1. Be pursuing a graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering 2. Be in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0, with a higher GPA preferred 3. Have completed at least one full calendar year in the graduate program at the time of the nomination 4. Have contributed, over time, to the quality, reputation, or success of the graduate student community, School, College, and/or University Nominations should consist of a letter (max two-pages) from the nominator that includes factual information showing that the student meets the 4 criteria listed above and a copy of the students resume/CV as one pdf. Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Ph: 765-494-2436 Fax: 765-494-0395 Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive Delon and Elizabeth Hampton Hall of Civil Engineering-Room 1141 West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051

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Independent Graduate Research Scholarship - Spring 2026
by Jennifer R Ricksy 06 Feb '26

06 Feb '26

Hello CCE Grad Students! The CCE Grad Office requesting applications for the Spring 2026 Independent Graduate Research Scholarships. Students often request opportunities to obtain research experience, even without a formal research assistantship. This scholarship program is not intended to replace an assistantship (students should not be working on a project that is supported through a grant). Instead, the student is strongly encouraged to propose a small research project, that a faculty member is willing to supervise and guide. This program is meant as another opportunity for professional and technical development for our graduate students and to encourage students who have not received an assistantship or thesis project, to venture into/engage in research. I have attached a document with more information about the process. We anticipate having five positions to award, each providing a $3000 scholarship. Eligibility requirements: * Students must have satisfactorily completed at least one semester in the CCE grad program at the time of application: must have at least a 3.0 GPA * Are not receiving/have not received assistantship funding * Applications must be endorsed by a CCE faculty member who is willing to supervise/mentor the student as the student pursues a small research project * At the completion of the semester during which students receive the funding, the students will submit a short (2-page max) summary of the topic they worked on, lessons learned, outcome, future research plans, etc. * Have not received the CCE Graduate Student Independent Research Scholarship previously If you would like to apply, please submit the following materials, as one pdf to Jenny Ricksy, jricksy(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jricksy@purdue.edu>, by 8:00 am on February 9 ,2026: * Transcripts * Resume/CV * Independent study topic proposal, including the expected benefits that the student anticipates gaining from the experience and a cost estimate for any software/hardware, travel, materials for the project (2 pages max) * Letter of endorsement from faculty member Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Ph: 765-494-2436 Fax: 765-494-0395 HAMP 1141G Current Residential Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current Current Online Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Online/curriculum Prospective Residential Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Degree-Requirements Prospective Online Students: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Online

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CEGSAC | Ice Skating & Pickleball
by Civil Engineering Graduate Student Advisory Council, 05 Feb '26

05 Feb '26

Hello CCE Grads, The Sports, Health, and Wellness committee has a few events coming your way soon! ICE-SKATING: Kicking things off with Ice-Skating on Saturday, February 7th from 9:45pm-12am at the Tapawingo Park's Riverside Ice-Skating Center. We welcome all ranges of skill as this will be a great opportunity to learn and improve your ice-skating skills! CEGSAC will cover the cost of ice-skate rentals for CCE graduate students (including a +1) as long as each person has filled-out the interest form HERE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> (This form includes risk waiver that you must complete PRIOR to participating in the event). 📅Date: Saturday, February 7th ⌚Time: 9:45pm - 12am 🗺️Loc: 100 Tapawingo Dr, West Lafayette, IN 47906 📃RSVP: HERE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> PICKLEBALL: The following Monday we will also be hosting an indoor pickleball night at the Co-Rec, paddles will be provided, but please bring a paddle if you own one! 📅Date: Monday, February 9th ⌚Time: 7-8:30pm 🗺️Loc: Co-Rec, MAC Gym, Court 3 Please see the flyers for more details! Sports, Health, and Wellness Committee Purdue CEGSAC

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02/06/2026 CE691C Construction Graduate Seminar with Paul Giroux - Recognizing Contract Changes and Dispute Avoidance
by Austin Tyler Manion 03 Feb '26

03 Feb '26

Hello all, Attached is a flyer for an upcoming seminar by LSCCE Professor of Engineering Practice, Paul Giroux, titled "Recognizing Contract Changes and Dispute Avoidance." The seminar will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. in HAMP 2123. All undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty are encouraged to attend. Sincerely, Austin Manion Senior Administrative Assistant Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Hampton Hall, Room 1225 765-494-2240 [cid:image001.png@01DC906C.3C95CBF0]

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Employer Day at Purdue: CDM Smith
by Karyssa Graham 29 Jan '26

29 Jan '26

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Last Reminder (01/29): CEGSAC Games Night
by Esha M Visram 28 Jan '26

28 Jan '26

Dear CE Grad Students, CEGSAC are holding a games night in HAMP 2108 tomorrow 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Come along to meet and socialize with fellow grad students! A selection of games will be provided, along with pizza and snacks. Feel free to bring your own games too! Come along and bring your competitive spirits! Please register your interest here: https://forms.gle/DEnDeBahD4BnitFR6<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> Please see the attached flyer and event information below. Event Details: 🗓 Date: Thursday, January 29th, 2026 ⏰ Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm (EST) 📍 Location: Hampton Hall of Civil Engineering, Room 2108 Kind regards, Esha Visram MSCE Student, Purdue University (CEGSAC CCO Chair) MEng Civil Engineering Graduate, University College London (UCL) ICE QUEST Scholar at Ferrovial Construction +1 765-532-2744 | evisram(a)purdue.edu | www.linkedin.com/in/esha-visram<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.linked…> [cid:bcce5eee-77be-4426-bd4d-6090c33180b2]

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Employer Day at Purdue: Kimley-Horn
by Karyssa Graham 28 Jan '26

28 Jan '26

Join us today for Employer Day at Purdue! [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/spacer.gif]<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/49045266/1651751843/80194456/0/1005585/?72f7…> View as a Web page<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/49045266/1651751843/107291782/0/1005585/?b44…> [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/eng-construction-engineering-management/LSCCE…] Employer Day at Purdue: Kimley-Horn [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/spacer.gif] [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/eng-construction-engineering-management/KH_at…] [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/spacer.gif] WHAT'S GOING ON Representatives from Kimley-Horn want to chat with students about the civil & construction engineering industry and more. This is a great way to start to grow your network, learn more about civil & construction engineering, gain the best feedback on your resume, or even practice that elevator pitch! Be sure to stop by to also learn about their many opportunities! EVENT DETAILS January 28, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wood Commons Learn more about Kimley-Horn by visiting the link below. Kimley-Horn<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/49045266/1651751843/91227313/0/1005585/?x=6d…> [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/spacer.gif] [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/spacer.gif] © 2017 Purdue University, An equal access/equal opportunity university This email was sent by: Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907 [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/purdueuniversity/PU_SIG_Logo_RGB__PU-H-Full-R…]<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/49045266/1651751843/71786932/0/1005585/?x=43…>

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