May 2026 - Cce-graduates-list

Response needed: Do you intend to graduate in August 2026?
by Jennifer R Ricksy 29 May '26

29 May '26

To the Graduate Students of the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering: This message is intended for anyone who believes that they will complete graduation requirements during the Summer 2026 semester. Everyone else - I would suggest that you read through it so that you will know what to do when your graduation semester comes up! First, you should be aware of the following webpage: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Candidates/Au…. This page lists the necessary steps to complete, as well as their deadlines, in order to graduate in the summer semester. If you have not already done so, please look this page over and make yourself aware of all of the things you need to do. Once you have confirmed your plan to graduate in August with you advisor, you can enter the CAND 99100 (CRN 14176) registration request in the Scheduling Assistant. The Candidate course is not actually a course - it is merely a marker for the system to indicate that you will graduate in a given semester. This process does not notify me, so I ask that you also respond to this email, letting me know that you plan to graduate in August. Please have this done by June 10, 2026, so that you will be on all the appropriate graduation lists and avoid any late fees. I keep a CCE candidate list and regularly send graduation relevant information, so please be sure to let me know if you are on the August candidate list. It is still possible to be added to the candidate list after June 10th; however, it may require additional paperwork and may be subject to a $200 late fee. Please keep in mind that you must be registered for credits (coursework and/or research) in order to be added to the regular candidate list - so be sure you have processed your registration and be sure that you don't have any registration holds on your account. Registration instructions can be found at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Register. For your information, I'd like to emphasize the following points: * In order to graduate, you must have a Plan of Study approved. The POS deadline for June graduation was May 15, 2026. If you did not have a Plan of Study, fully approved by Civil by May 15 2026, you will have a $200 late fee if you want to be added to the candidate list. You can find detailed information on completing a Plan of Study (POS) at: https://engineering.purdue.edu/CE/Academics/Graduate/Current. Submitting your plan of study as a draft does NOT meet this deadline. * In order to graduate, you must be registered for a candidate (CAND) class. If you are not registered for such a class, you will need to do so no later than June 10, 2026. If you are registering for coursework or research hours, then you would be in CAND 99100. If you have completed all coursework and research credit requirements and won't be registering for hours, there are some privileged candidate registration options. Please contact me if you are in this situation. *The graduate school has implemented fees for late candidate deadlines: * A $200 late fee will be charged to a student who submits their POS after the deadline (May 15), and they wish to be a candidate. A formal request must still be made of the graduate school to accept the POS after the deadline. If they do not approve, no fee will be charged. * A $200 late fee will be charged to a student to requests candidacy after the appropriate deadline (June 10) for the semester. A formal request must still be made of the graduate school to add the student to the candidate roster. If they do not approve, no fee will be charged. * A $200 late fee will be charged to a student who has been on the candidate roster for the same degree for more than two consecutive semesters. For example, if you were on the candidate list in fall 2025 and spring 2026 for the same degree as you will be for August 2026, you will be charged this fee. Please let me know if you have any questions. 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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Invitation to NGTS 2026 Conference at MRGN 121 on May 22
by Jiancong Chen 21 May '26

21 May '26

Dear CCE Graduate Students and Staff, We are pleased to invite you to the 5th Annual Conference on Next-Generation Transport Systems (NGTS 2026), which will be held on May 22, at MRGN 121, Discovery Park. The theme of this year’s conference is “AI-Driven Mobility for a Sustainable Future.” NGTS 2026 will bring together researchers, students, and professionals to discuss emerging topics in next-generation transportation systems, including autonomous vehicles, connected vehicles, electric vehicles, shared transport, and aerial transport. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Thank you for your time and support. Sincerely, Jiancong Chen NGTS 2026 Organizing Committee Jiancong Chen Ph.D. Student, Research Assistant Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765)772-5625, chen5281(a)purdue.edu [cid:5d008ef1-c3d1-4a8c-8393-300234fc62ce]

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Upcoming Professional Development Workshops
by Jennifer R Ricksy 21 May '26

21 May '26

Below are next week's workshop offerings. [cid:86AF7C7FB86AF049AFDDCEEF12DB3CF1@namprd22.prod.outlook.com] You can register here<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgspd.gosi…> and review our Attendance Policy<Attendance%20Policy>. We look forward to having you join us! Sincerely, Becky Engwall Professional Development Program Administrator Purdue University Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars (OGSPS) O: 765-496-9072 M: 765-543-5989 E: engwall(a)purdue.edu<mailto:engwall@purdue.edu> 155 S. Grant Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907 | Young Hall https://www.purdue.edu/academics/ogsps/professional-development/ Responsibility | Arranger | Activator | Ideation | Adaptability

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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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Summer Graduation Update
by Jennifer R Ricksy 19 May '26

19 May '26

I'm happy to announce that the College of Engineering will be hosting a special celebration for engineering students graduating this summer! The event will be held in August. We are working on nailing down the specific date, time, and place, and I will send more info soon regarding how students can register for the event. I have shared this announcement via the list serv, but feel free to share the announcement with your students and stay tuned for details. Best, Ginger _________________________________________________ Ginger Bolen, PhD Associate Director, Strategic Initiatives College of Engineering - Graduate Education Purdue University gbolen(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gbolen@purdue.edu> (765) 421-1667

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Message to LSCCE Students
by Ayman F Habib 18 May '26

18 May '26

Dear Civil and Construction Engineering Students: I am writing to tell you of the heartbreaking news of the passing of Cameron Sible, an undergraduate student member of our school. We are so sorry that Cameron is no longer among us. We know that grief and distress can show up differently for each person. The loss of a loved one, friend, and classmate can affect us in different ways over time. We want to share with you the support and resources available to you in-person, online, via app, or over the phone, now and whenever you may need help. Please consider using them even if you are away from campus during the summer. These resources are available year-round. Whether you knew Cameron personally or were impacted by the news in other ways, please remember that you are not expected to navigate these difficult times or cope with grief alone, and that personal support is available. If you are not feeling well, overwhelmed with sorrow at unexpected moments, losing concentration or otherwise unable to function, we encourage you to please reach out to the resources below, your academic advisor, or our school administration so that we may support you. Mental Health Resources are Available if You Need Them If you find yourself wanting to talk to someone or you are experiencing feelings or situations that are getting in the way of your everyday functioning, please reach out for help. Seeking help early can get you back on track and feel better. Seeking help is a strength. Community, Assistance and Resources for Engineering Students (CARES): Located in ARMS 1261, CARES is a mental health and well-being program that offers engineering students a dedicated support space and services focused on mental health, well-being, peer mentoring, educational workshops, social connection, and access to free on-site therapy and community-building activities to help students thrive academically and personally. Please see the CARES website<https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Academics/Undergraduate/cares> for more information. "Let's Talk" hours for immediate assistance: The CARES therapist, Jennie Beutler, has "Let's Talk" hours Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1-2 PM, in ARMS 1251. No appointment is needed. Just come for a helpful and supportive chat. For longer-term care: Free, confidential therapy with our engineering CARES therapist, Jennie Beutler, is available by calling (765) 494-6995 or by using this link www.tinyurl.com/CARESscreening<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tinyur…> to schedule an initial appointment. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): Located on the second floor of the PUSH building, CAPS provides confidential mental health support for Purdue students through professional counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, workshops, and consultation services to enhance emotional well-being and personal effectiveness. CAPS staff are aware of Cameron's death, and counselors are also available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM on a walk-in basis. If you are not on campus, you can call the CAPS office during daytime hours for support at (765)494-6995. For after-hours support, please call the same number and press "1" to speak to a crisis counselor. To schedule a therapy appointment, call (765) 494-6995 during business hours or use this link to schedule an initial appointment. https://purdueu-caps.titaniumhwc.com/COE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdueu-c…> Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS): If Cameron's death is having an impact on your academics, please reach out to the Office of the Dean of Students by phone at (765) 494-1747 or by visiting ODOS between the hours of 8 AM-5 PM, Monday through Friday. ODOS can assist with absences and provide referrals to other supportive offices. Digital Support 988: Text or call this 24/7 national crisis hotline to speak with trained personnel who will listen and talk you through your unique situation and give judgment-free support. This line is for anyone with a mental health, suicidal, or substance abuse concern or crisis. Therapy Assistance Online (TAO): TAO is a free, web and app-based mental health resource available to all Purdue students, faculty, and staff that offers confidential, self-guided tools, videos, exercises, and activities informed by psychotherapy research to support well-being and help manage concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, and coping skills at your own pace. https://www.purdue.edu/caps/students/resources/self-help/digital/tao.php Better You App: "Better You" is Purdue's well-being app. You can set health and wellness goals, join challenges, or create challenges between friends as you work to strengthen your wellbeing. As you complete goals and challenges, you will be rewarded with gift cards to various stores. https://www.purdue.edu/recwell/fitness-wellness/betteryou.php How YOU Can Help: * Please consider writing a note to be shared with Cameron's family. 1. You may email your note to ceugrad(a)purdue.edu<mailto:ceugrad@purdue.edu>. 2. You may bring your note to LSCCE Main Office (HAMP 1141) or send it via regular mail to: Re: CS Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Hampton Hall, Room 1141 550 Stadium Mall Drive Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051 * Attend a Question Persuade Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training at Purdue. Jennie Beutler, our engineering CARES therapist, will hold a training session on May 26th from 1-3. If you want to join that training, please email Jennie directly at jthilges(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jthilges@purdue.edu>. If you would be interested in attending a QPR training session in Fall/Spring, Purdue CAPS holds QPR training sessions regularly throughout the school year. You can register online to attend a QPR training once the schedule is posted on the CAPS website in August 2026. * Make a Student of Concern Report<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcm.maxien…> if you are worried about someone or know someone who is struggling. Making a report ensures the person receives the help they need. Please take care of yourselves and one another. As a School and College of Engineering community, we remain committed to fostering and sustaining a culture of care, support and connection for everyone. Please remember that you are not alone, and that help is always available as outlined in this email. If you or someone you know is struggling, we encourage you to reach out for help. Asking for help is NOT a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of strength. We are here to support you and your well-being. Best regards, Ayman. ----------------------------- Ayman Habib Thomas A. Page Professor in Civil Engineering, Interim Head Lyles School of Civil and Constraction Engineering Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive, HAMP 1141<x-apple-data-detectors://4/1> West Lafayette, IN 47907 Email: ahabib(a)purdue.edu<mailto:ahabib@purdue.edu> Phone: 765-496-0173<tel:765-496-0173>

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Upcoming Professional Development Workshops
by Jennifer R Ricksy 08 May '26

08 May '26

Below are next week's workshop offerings. [cid:935F3E637E60E14FB3EA35CE67BFB859@namprd22.prod.outlook.com] Register here<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgspd.gosi…> Review our updated Attendance Policy<https://www.purdue.edu/academics/ogsps/professional-development/attendance-…>. Sincerely, Becky Engwall Professional Development Program Administrator Purdue University Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars (OGSPS) O: 765-496-9072 M: 765-543-5989 E: engwall(a)purdue.edu<mailto:engwall@purdue.edu> 155 S. Grant Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907 | Young Hall https://www.purdue.edu/academics/ogsps/professional-development/ Responsibility | Arranger | Activator | Ideation | Adaptability

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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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OWL writing program for thesis and dissertation writers
by Jennifer R Ricksy 07 May '26

07 May '26

One last reminder: we are still accepting applications for the Purdue OWL Thesis/Dissertation summer program. Please forward this on to graduate students who might be interested in attending. The application window closes on May 10. The Intensive Writing Experience for Thesis and Dissertation Writers (IWE) * May 18-22, 2026, In Person, Half Days, Mornings * May 26-28, 2026, In Person, Full Days * June 1-5, 2026, In Person (Half Days, Mornings) or Virtual (Half Days, Afternoons) * June 8-12, 2026, Virtual (Half Days, Mornings) or In Person (Half Days, Afternoons) KEY INFORMATION: Application Period: April 29, 2026 - May 10, 2026 Eligibility: Master's or PhD students completing a thesis or dissertation How to Apply: Complete the application survey here<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> beginning April 29, 2026. Application requires advisor consent. For more information, see the information sheet<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> or email Writing.Lab(a)purdue.edu<mailto:Writing.Lab@purdue.edu> and include IWE in the subject line. -- Vicki R. Kennell, Ph.D. Associate Director, Purdue OWL Krach Leadership Center, 2nd Floor 1198 3rd Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 765-496-3903 vkennell(a)purdue.edu<mailto:vkennell@purdue.edu>

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Fuel for Finals
by Karyssa Graham 06 May '26

06 May '26

[cid:a7697964-a877-41ab-8994-861657fb2c10] /////////////////////////////////////////////// Karyssa Graham Communications Assistant Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering [cid:16dfb6a8-126d-4ae3-b4a5-96d6d950956c]

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