September 2021 - Che-student-staff-list

Parekh Thesis Defense
by Johnson, Beverly J 28 Sep '21

28 Sep '21

This email is to announce that Mihit Parekh, will be defending his thesis Designing Advanced Lithium-ion Batteries with Novel Architecture, and High-Performance Cell Elements with Enhanced Thermal Safety Aspects, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 1:00 PM in FRNY 3059 and livestreamed by WebEx. The dissertation is directed by Dr. Vilas Pol. The Webex information is below, the abstract is attached, and all are welcome to attend. Bev Johnson Graduate Program Administrator Chemical Engineering Forney Hall 2037D Purdue University 765-494-4057 [P bling] From: Bev Johnson <messenger(a)webex.com> Sent: Tuesday, September 28, 2021 8:42 AM To: Johnson, Beverly J <bevjohnson(a)purdue.edu> Subject: (Forward to others) Webex meeting invitation: Parekh Thesis Defense You can forward this invitation to others. Bev Johnson is inviting you to a scheduled Webex meeting. Tuesday, October 5, 2021 1:00 PM | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) | 2 hrs 30 mins Join meeting<https://purdue.webex.com/purdue/j.php?MTID=m75aa0bbaa0ddd635eaee748af22de3e0> More ways to join: Join from the meeting link https://purdue.webex.com/purdue/j.php?MTID=m75aa0bbaa0ddd635eaee748af22de3e0 Join by meeting number Meeting number (access code): 2620 038 9321 Meeting password: boilerup Tap to join from a mobile device (attendees only) +1-855-282-6330,,26200389321##<tel:%2B1-855-282-6330,,*01*26200389321%23%23*01*> US TOLL FREE +1-415-655-0003,,26200389321##<tel:%2B1-415-655-0003,,*01*26200389321%23%23*01*> US TOLL Join by phone +1-855-282-6330 US TOLL FREE +1-415-655-0003 US TOLL Toll-free calling restrictions<https://www.webex.com/pdf/tollfree_restrictions.pdf> Join from a video system or application Dial 26200389321(a)purdue.webex.com<%20sip:26200389321@purdue.webex.com> You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Need help? Go to https://help.webex.com

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FW: Ace Food Pantry Food Drive - Reminder
by Waling, Robin M 28 Sep '21

28 Sep '21

Greetings! Please share the attached flyer and email with the faculty and staff in your program, department and college and encourage them to participate. We are in our last week for the Ace Food Pantry Food Drive. We have collected about 5 lbs of rice/beans and $85 in monetary donations. The goal is to surpass what we collected in Spring of 2020 which was $3,340. Ace Food Pantry Food Drive - Sponsored by the Graduate School and the Graduate Support Network. September 20th, 2021 to October 1st, 2021 You may support this event in any of the following ways - * Wear Orange during these 2 weeks - The food drive is during Hunger Action Month (September) * Material donations of rice and beans - drop off locations are - * Young Hall Lobby - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM * Purdue Graduate Student Center - 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM * Contribute financial donations by going to https://connect.purdue.edu/s/givenow?dids=SO3419&appealcode=18240 Please contact the Graduate Support Network Committee<mailto:oigp@purdue.edu> with any questions you may have. Thank you, The Graduate Support Network Committee Don, Tina, Ashlee, Jenny, Dyane and Christal Christal Musser She/ Her/ Hers Director - Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs The Graduate School Young Hall, B-40 155 S. Grant Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-2102 Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/https:/www.facebook.com/pg/purdue.oigp/>, Twitter<https://twitter.com/https:/twitter.com/PU_OIGP> [80CFCCD9]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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University Space Audit
by Gonzalez, Joshua 27 Sep '21

27 Sep '21

Dear All, Just wanted to make everyone aware that the university is conducting a space audit of our entire building (offices, labs, etc.). Please excuse any brief potential interruptions as both Jeff Valley and I walk two university representatives throughout the building. This may take a few days to complete. Sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Joshua Gonzalez Operations Coordinator Purdue University | Charles D. Davidson School of Chemical Engineering Phone: (765) 494-4365 | Fax: (765) 494-0805

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Updated Seminar Schedule - Fall 2021
by Gonzalez, Joshua 23 Sep '21

23 Sep '21

Dear All, Please find attached the latest seminar schedule for this current semester. Sincerely, Joshua Gonzalez Operations Coordinator Purdue University | Charles D. Davidson School of Chemical Engineering Phone: (765) 494-4365 | Fax: (765) 494-0805

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***REMINDER*** Graduate Seminar Series TODAY, Thursday, 9/23 - 03 - (OChE) Outstanding Chemical Engineer Awards Open Panel (THIS IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PHD STUDENTS)
by Waling, Robin M 23 Sep '21

23 Sep '21

Dear All, On behalf of Purdue University’s Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, we are glad to announce our upcoming OChE Awards Open Panel with Dr. Pedro Arce, Dr. Rahul Kasat, Dr. Kevin McCarter and Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison. They will be holding an open panel discussion on September 23, 2021. You will find further detail at the end of this email. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Robin Waling Administrative Assistant, Graduate Office Davidson School of Chemical Engineering 480 Stadium Mall Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 Phone: (765)-496-0309 E-mail: rwaling(a)purdue.edu<mailto:rwaling@purdue.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D45FB3.42D29A30] [https://marketing.purdue.edu/Email/TemplateSets/ChE/Templates/Template04/Im…]<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fengineeri…> 2021 Outstanding Chemical Engineer Awards Open Panel [cid:image002.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Pedro Arce (MSChE 1987, PhD 1990) Professor and Chair, Chemical Engineering Tennessee Technological University Dr. Pedro Arce is being recognized for his forward thinking approach to developing an interdisciplinary model defining the “new” engineer. [cid:image003.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Rahul Kasat (PhD 2008) Chief Executive Officer And Partner Titan Robotics, Ltd. Dr. Rahul Kasat is being recognized for his exemplary career in 3D printing materials formulating new approaches leading to technological innovation and expansion into global markets. [cid:image004.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Kevin McCarter (BSChE 1979) Chief Executive Officer PetroLiance LLC (retired) Dr. Kevin McCarter is being recognized for his proven leadership in the petroleum industry, bringing together technical solutions that created value from process improvement to enhanced equipment reliability; leading to increased productivity, cost reduction and industry recognition. [cid:image005.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison (BSChE 1991) President Northeast Region, U.S. & Canada GE Healthcare Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison is being recognized for her commitment to driving growth into new commercial markets, developing and executing new processes, and leading commercial efforts for product development and management. ******* ******* JOIN US FOR THIS OPEN PANEL DISCUSSION WITH THE 2021 OUTSTANDING CHEMICAL ENGINEER AWARD RECIPIENTS! September 23, 2021 Forney G140 3:00-4:15 pm – No Receptions will be held this semester due to the pandemic – ******* ******* Davidson School of Chemical Engineering<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fengineeri…> Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-4050<tel:+17654944050> © 2019 Purdue University<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.purdue…> All rights reserved An equal access/equal opportunity university<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.purdue…>

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Graduate Seminar Series Tomorrow, Thursday, 9/23 - 03 - (OChE) Outstanding Chemical Engineer Awards Open Panel (THIS IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PHD STUDENTS)
by Waling, Robin M 22 Sep '21

22 Sep '21

Dear All, On behalf of Purdue University’s Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, we are glad to announce our upcoming OChE Awards Open Panel with Dr. Pedro Arce, Dr. Rahul Kasat, Dr. Kevin McCarter and Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison. They will be holding an open panel discussion on September 23, 2021. You will find further detail at the end of this email. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Robin Waling Administrative Assistant, Graduate Office Davidson School of Chemical Engineering 480 Stadium Mall Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 Phone: (765)-496-0309 E-mail: rwaling(a)purdue.edu<mailto:rwaling@purdue.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D45FB3.42D29A30] [https://marketing.purdue.edu/Email/TemplateSets/ChE/Templates/Template04/Im…]<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fengineeri…> 2021 Outstanding Chemical Engineer Awards Open Panel [cid:image002.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Pedro Arce (MSChE 1987, PhD 1990) Professor and Chair, Chemical Engineering Tennessee Technological University Dr. Pedro Arce is being recognized for his forward thinking approach to developing an interdisciplinary model defining the “new” engineer. [cid:image003.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Rahul Kasat (PhD 2008) Chief Executive Officer And Partner Titan Robotics, Ltd. Dr. Rahul Kasat is being recognized for his exemplary career in 3D printing materials formulating new approaches leading to technological innovation and expansion into global markets. [cid:image004.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Kevin McCarter (BSChE 1979) Chief Executive Officer PetroLiance LLC (retired) Dr. Kevin McCarter is being recognized for his proven leadership in the petroleum industry, bringing together technical solutions that created value from process improvement to enhanced equipment reliability; leading to increased productivity, cost reduction and industry recognition. [cid:image005.png@01D7AFA6.2018D810] Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison (BSChE 1991) President Northeast Region, U.S. & Canada GE Healthcare Dr. Diana Tucker Harrison is being recognized for her commitment to driving growth into new commercial markets, developing and executing new processes, and leading commercial efforts for product development and management. ******* ******* JOIN US FOR THIS OPEN PANEL DISCUSSION WITH THE 2021 OUTSTANDING CHEMICAL ENGINEER AWARD RECIPIENTS! September 23, 2021 Forney G140 3:00-4:15 pm – No Receptions will be held this semester due to the pandemic – ******* ******* Davidson School of Chemical Engineering<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fengineeri…> Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-4050<tel:+17654944050> © 2019 Purdue University<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.purdue…> All rights reserved An equal access/equal opportunity university<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.purdue…>

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***REMINDER*** Graduate Seminar Series Tuesday, 9/21 - 02 - Dr. Beth Holloway (THIS IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PHD STUDENTS)
by Waling, Robin M 20 Sep '21

20 Sep '21

Dear All, On behalf of Purdue University's Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, we are glad to announce our upcoming Graduate Seminar Series with Dr. Beth Holloway. She will be presenting on September 21, 2021. You will find further detail regarding the lecture at the end of this email. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Robin Waling Administrative Assistant, Graduate Office Davidson School of Chemical Engineering 480 Stadium Mall Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 Phone: (765)-496-0309 E-mail: rwaling(a)purdue.edu<mailto:rwaling@purdue.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D45FB3.42D29A30] [https://marketing.purdue.edu/Email/TemplateSets/ChE/Templates/Template04/Im…]<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Graduate Seminar Series [cid:image003.jpg@01D7AB0D.D2E645B0] Dr. Beth Holloway Assistant Dean for Diversity and Engagement The Leah H. Jamieson Director of Women in Engineering Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (by courtesy) College of Engineering Purdue University Hosted by ChE Graduate Women's Group (GWG) Bio: Dr. Holloway is an advocate for research-informed approaches to engineering education, equity, and policy, as well as student recruitment and retention efforts. Dr. Holloway has made significant contributions nationally as well as at Purdue University, where she has spent her academic career. Her research/interest areas include engineering admissions practices; women and leadership, particularly in male dominated careers; and diversity and equity. She is a fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), and currently serves on the ASEE Board of Directors as Chair of Professional Interest Council IV, and was previously Vice President of Professional Interest Councils. Holloway was president of the Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN) in 2006-07 and served on WEPAN's Board of Directors from 2005 - 2008. Holloway believes in student engagement, and has served as the advisor to the Purdue Society of Women Engineers (SWE) student section since 2001. The section has over 700 members. Since 2015, she has also been the advisor for the Alpha Chapter of Phi Sigma Rho, a national engineering sorority. Holloway's honors include the 2015 ASEE William Elgin Wickenden Award, as lead author, which recognizes the best article published in the Journal of Engineering Education the year prior, the 2016 WEPAN Founders award, the 2016 and 2018 Purdue Panhellenic Advisor of the Year, the 2013 Purdue Helen B. Schleman Gold Medallion Award, the 2012 SWE National Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award, and the inaugural Phi Sigma Rho National Sorority Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009. Holloway received both B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education, all from Purdue University. She spent nine years as a research and development engineer at Cummins, Inc. While at Cummins, she was a recognized corporate engine lubrication system expert, with specialties in piston cooling nozzle and lubrication pump performance. ******* ******* What Gets in the Way of Creating an Equitable and Inclusive Environment Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. FRNY G140 - No Receptions will be held this semester due to the pandemic - Abstract: Implicit bias is a cognitive shortcut that all people can use when making judgments. This seminar will increase your awareness of implicit bias, and how and when implicit biases are manifested, particularly in academic STEM environments. Research on the impacts on the target of bias will be presented, as well as strategies to become aware of our biases and reduce our use of them. ******* ******* Davidson School of Chemical Engineering<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-4050<tel:+17654944050> (c) 2019 Purdue University<http://www.purdue.edu/purdue/disclaimer.html> All rights reserved An equal access/equal opportunity university<http://www.purdue.edu/purdue/ea_eou_statement.html>

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Thesis Defense Announcement for Laura Wilcox
by Johnson, Beverly J 17 Sep '21

17 Sep '21

This email is to announce that Laura Wilcox, will be defending her thesis Synthesis and Characterization of Mononuclear and Binuclear Copper Species in Cu-Exchanged Zeolites for Redox Reactions including Partial Methane Oxidation, Friday, September 24, 2021 at 11:00 AM in FRNY B124 and livestreamed through Webex. The dissertation is directed by Dr. Rajamani Gounder. The Webex information is below, the abstract is attached, and all are welcome to attend. Bev Johnson Graduate Program Administrator Chemical Engineering Forney Hall 2037D Purdue University 765-494-4057 [P bling] From: Bev Johnson <messenger(a)webex.com> Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2021 10:42 AM To: Johnson, Beverly J <bevjohnson(a)purdue.edu> Subject: (Forward to others) Webex meeting invitation: Wilcox Thesis Defense You can forward this invitation to others. Bev Johnson is inviting you to a scheduled Webex meeting. Friday, September 24, 2021 10:45 AM | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) | 2 hrs 30 mins Join meeting<https://purdue.webex.com/purdue/j.php?MTID=me62ad2ae68c4d3414abd93af011c3e47> More ways to join: Join from the meeting link https://purdue.webex.com/purdue/j.php?MTID=me62ad2ae68c4d3414abd93af011c3e47 Join by meeting number Meeting number (access code): 2623 428 3799 Meeting password: boilerup Tap to join from a mobile device (attendees only) +1-855-282-6330,,26234283799##<tel:%2B1-855-282-6330,,*01*26234283799%23%23*01*> US TOLL FREE +1-415-655-0003,,26234283799##<tel:%2B1-415-655-0003,,*01*26234283799%23%23*01*> US TOLL Join by phone +1-855-282-6330 US TOLL FREE +1-415-655-0003 US TOLL Toll-free calling restrictions<https://www.webex.com/pdf/tollfree_restrictions.pdf> Join from a video system or application Dial 26234283799(a)purdue.webex.com<%20sip:26234283799@purdue.webex.com> You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Need help? Go to https://help.webex.com

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Graduate Seminar Series Tuesday, 9/21 - 02 - Dr. Beth Holloway (THIS IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PHD STUDENTS)
by Waling, Robin M 16 Sep '21

16 Sep '21

Dear All, On behalf of Purdue University's Davidson School of Chemical Engineering, we are glad to announce our upcoming Graduate Seminar Series with Dr. Beth Holloway. She will be presenting on September 21, 2021. You will find further detail regarding the lecture at the end of this email. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Robin Waling Administrative Assistant, Graduate Office Davidson School of Chemical Engineering 480 Stadium Mall Dr. West Lafayette, IN 47907 Phone: (765)-496-0309 E-mail: rwaling(a)purdue.edu<mailto:rwaling@purdue.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D45FB3.42D29A30] [https://marketing.purdue.edu/Email/TemplateSets/ChE/Templates/Template04/Im…]<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Graduate Seminar Series [cid:image003.jpg@01D7AB0D.D2E645B0] Dr. Beth Holloway Assistant Dean for Diversity and Engagement The Leah H. Jamieson Director of Women in Engineering Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (by courtesy) College of Engineering Purdue University Hosted by ChE Graduate Women's Group (GWG) Bio: Dr. Holloway is an advocate for research-informed approaches to engineering education, equity, and policy, as well as student recruitment and retention efforts. Dr. Holloway has made significant contributions nationally as well as at Purdue University, where she has spent her academic career. Her research/interest areas include engineering admissions practices; women and leadership, particularly in male dominated careers; and diversity and equity. She is a fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), and currently serves on the ASEE Board of Directors as Chair of Professional Interest Council IV, and was previously Vice President of Professional Interest Councils. Holloway was president of the Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN) in 2006-07 and served on WEPAN's Board of Directors from 2005 - 2008. Holloway believes in student engagement, and has served as the advisor to the Purdue Society of Women Engineers (SWE) student section since 2001. The section has over 700 members. Since 2015, she has also been the advisor for the Alpha Chapter of Phi Sigma Rho, a national engineering sorority. Holloway's honors include the 2015 ASEE William Elgin Wickenden Award, as lead author, which recognizes the best article published in the Journal of Engineering Education the year prior, the 2016 WEPAN Founders award, the 2016 and 2018 Purdue Panhellenic Advisor of the Year, the 2013 Purdue Helen B. Schleman Gold Medallion Award, the 2012 SWE National Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award, and the inaugural Phi Sigma Rho National Sorority Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009. Holloway received both B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education, all from Purdue University. She spent nine years as a research and development engineer at Cummins, Inc. While at Cummins, she was a recognized corporate engine lubrication system expert, with specialties in piston cooling nozzle and lubrication pump performance. ******* ******* What Gets in the Way of Creating an Equitable and Inclusive Environment Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. FRNY G140 - No Receptions will be held this semester due to the pandemic - Abstract: Implicit bias is a cognitive shortcut that all people can use when making judgments. This seminar will increase your awareness of implicit bias, and how and when implicit biases are manifested, particularly in academic STEM environments. Research on the impacts on the target of bias will be presented, as well as strategies to become aware of our biases and reduce our use of them. ******* ******* Davidson School of Chemical Engineering<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 (765) 494-4050<tel:+17654944050> (c) 2019 Purdue University<http://www.purdue.edu/purdue/disclaimer.html> All rights reserved An equal access/equal opportunity university<http://www.purdue.edu/purdue/ea_eou_statement.html>

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Fume hood testing
by Valley, Jeffrey L 14 Sep '21

14 Sep '21

BE ADVISED - Today REM will start testing the fume hoods in the building. If for some reason you have something going on that does not allow this to happen, please post it on your door and work with them to reschedule at a later time. Thank you. Jeff Valley

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