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OIGP Spring Reception - Information and Judges
by Ledman, Amy L 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Afternoon! Our 15th OIGP Spring Reception<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/index.html> will take place May 1, 2024. Please plan on joining The Graduate School's Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs (OIGP)<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/index.php> for the celebration of interdisciplinary graduate student research. This year's event will be an expanded event to include both an Academic and Industry Panel, plus a Networking Event. Please consider attending as you're able, but also encourage your students to join us! Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PMU Ballrooms and East Faculty Lounge 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. : Poster Session 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. : Welcome, presentation of MOIPA, and Student Keynote Address. 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. : Lunch Break 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. : Panel Discussions 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. : Closing Keynote Speaker 2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. : Networking Event Poster Judges are needed. 1. Posters will be judged 9:30-11:30 a.m. on May 1st located in the PMU Ballrooms. 2. Judges can include Faculty, Post Docs, Alumni, Industry Partners. 3. Sign up to be a Poster Judge using the following Qualtrics: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IXG2yq4A76kPvU<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> We are excited to share and highlight the amazing interdisciplinary research that is taking place on Purdue University's campus this spring. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Ernest C. Young Hall, Rm B40 155 S. Grant St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-5865 f: 765-496-6271 Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [cid:image002.png@01DA8FFA.2EFD7750]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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ESE End of Year Celebration - April 30th
by Ledman, Amy L 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Please RSVP<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> to join us for the ESE End of Year Celebration! [A poster with text and fireworks Description automatically generated] This event is a chance for us to get together and celebrate the end of the academic year. We'll be celebrating the ESE Research and Teaching Award winners. Please plan to come by and hang out for a bit! Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Ernest C. Young Hall, Rm B40 155 S. Grant St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-5865 f: 765-496-6271 Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [cid:image002.png@01DA8F57.E0D086A0]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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Jamie Klamerus - MS Defense Announcement
by Ledman, Amy L 09 Apr '24

09 Apr '24

Jamie Klamerus - MS Defense Announcement DIRECT IN SITU MEASUREMENT OF PFAS LEACHING AT A LONG-TERM LAND-APPLIED BIOSOLIDS SITE Major Professor: Dr. Linda Lee Tuesday April 16, 2024, at 3:30 PM Lilly Hall 2-425 Ecological Sciences and Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate Program Division of Environmental and Ecological Engineering Abstract: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. PFAS are linked to several adverse effects in human and wildlife health. The detection of PFAS in biosolids has raised concerns about their use in agricultural and land application practices. This is because some PFAS are known to enter the food system through plant uptake and others can leach into groundwater. The purpose of this study was to examine the PFAS profile in soils and porewater with depth at an agricultural site with historical biosolids applications. The site selected has received biosolids at agronomic rates for corn for approximately four decades. This study utilized a total of six lysimeters, three each at two and four feet, to monitor PFAS leaching in soil. Five porewater sampling events and three soil cores, taken in one-foot increments before the 3-month study, were analyzed for 54 PFAS and in line with EPA 1633 method. Soil characteristics such as texture, moisture, and total organic carbon (TOC) significantly influence PFAS transport and sorption capacity within the soil profile, impacting PFAS distribution across soil depths. PFAS in the soil profile decreases with increasing depth and exhibits a direct correlation with TOC. In porewater, short-chain PFAS proportionally dominate, with heightened concentrations observed in shallow pores. Soil characteristics act as significant barriers to PFAS leaching from biosolid sites. Less than 0.1% of PFAS leaches from the impacted soil annually, underscoring the importance of understanding PFAS transport dynamics for effective environmental management. Please see attached flyer for full defense announcement. Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Ernest C. Young Hall, Rm B40 155 S. Grant St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-5865 f: 765-496-6271 Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [cid:image001.png@01DA8A80.BDA6C080]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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EEE Seminar on April 9, 2024
by Ledman, Amy L 02 Apr '24

02 Apr '24

Afternoon! Below are attached are details regarding an EEE Research Seminar by Dr. Huber taking place April 9th at 10:30 am. Dr. Huber is one of ESE's partnering faculty members, a Professor with EAPS, and is the David E. Ross Director of ISF. Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [A person sitting on stairs with text Description automatically generated] Michelle Indarjit Graduate Administrative Assistant Environmental and Ecological Engineering Potter Engineering Center 500 Central Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-496-0545 [cid:image001.png@01DA850F.1C976B20]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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OIGP Bilsland Dissertation Fellowships 2024-2025 Nominations
by Ledman, Amy L 07 Mar '24

07 Mar '24

Good afternoon! The Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs (OIGP) would like to begin the process for awarding the Bilsland Dissertation Fellowships that were allocated to our office for the 2024-2025 year. With ESE being a part of OIGP we have the opportunity to nominate ESE students for the Bilsland. Please keep in mind that students do not apply directly for the Bilsland Fellowship, but are nominated by their major professor and selected by members of the graduate faculty in OIGP. Students do not apply directly for the Bilsland Fellowship, but are nominated by their major professor. At a minimum, the selection process considers the students' academic and scholarly achievements and the promise of degree attainment at the conclusion of the fellowship at the fellowship tenure. The stipend amount is $28,000 for 12 months. This fellowship can be broken down into what I call 5 months (Fall or Spring semester), 7 months (Summer and Fall or Spring and Summer) or the full 12 months. Students are paid bi-weekly and not monthly. NOMINATION REQUREMENTS: 1. Recipients of Bilsland Dissertation Fellowships must be enrolled as Ph.D. candidates in a degree-granting doctoral program at Purdue and have demonstrated superior academic abilities and scholarly achievements. The recipients must have completed all degree requirements, except for the dissertation. 2. The nomination must be submitted by the major professor by completing the following Qualtrics Survey<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…>. 3. If there are more than 1 nomination per IGP, I will be in touch with the IGP Heads regarding the ranking of applicants for your individual program/areas. 4. Once the nominations are received, the OIGP will be in touch with the student for additional application materials. DEADLINE: Nominations are due on Monday, March 25th at 5:00 p.m. Please let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…>

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Congratulations to the Carbonbusters!
by Lee, Linda S 29 Feb '24

29 Feb '24

Congratulations to the "Carbonbusters" (Neha Shakelly (EEE/ESE), Nathan Bone (CE); Amanda Lopez (EEE/ESE), Sharon Hughes (EEE/ESE alumna) with Dr. George Zhao (CE/EEE/ESE) as faculty advisor just won the competition as one of the finalists in the central region of EnergyTech University Prize 2024. They are one of the top 15 teams among 225 teams in the country to be selected to compete in the national pitch event in Austin, TX on April 15. Let's be applauding them for the upcoming national competition! We are proud of them! https://www.herox.com/EnergyTechUP/update/6451<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.herox…> Linda S. Lee 915 Mitch Daniels Blvd, B480 Lilly Hall, West Lafayette, IN 47907; Office: (765) 494-8612; Cell (765) 414-3086; lslee(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lslee@purdue.edu> Purdue University Distinguished Professor, Dept. of Agronomy Environmental Ecological Engineering COA Graduate Education and Research, Asst. Dean Interdisciplinary Ecological Science & Engineering (ESE) Graduate Program, Program Head, www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/ese>

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ISF University Sustainability Networking Workshop 3/18
by Ledman, Amy L 28 Feb '24

28 Feb '24

Afternoon! ISF is hosting a University Sustainability Networking Workshop on Monday March 18th from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM at the Burton Morgan Center. This event is free and open to anyone who would like to attend. The event flyer is attached, but additional information can be located online which includes a full agenda: https://research.purdue.edu/isf/events/index.php?view=6090 This looks like a great opportunity, I hope some of you are able to attend! Have a great day everyone! Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Ernest C. Young Hall, Rm B40 155 S. Grant St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-5865 f: 765-496-6271 Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [cid:image002.png@01DA6A3F.0114DF80]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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OIGP Spring Reception - POSTER and AWARD Applications OPEN
by Ledman, Amy L 23 Feb '24

23 Feb '24

Good afternoon! I wanted to send a reminder regarding the Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Program's (OIGP)<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/index.php> annual Spring Reception<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/index.html> taking place on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Purdue Memorial Union North and South Ballrooms. We are almost a month out from the application deadline of Friday, March 1st. Please see the email below for submission links and event details. I hope that you will consider presenting your work at the OIGP Spring Reception! Amy Please plan on joining The Graduate School's Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs (OIGP)<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/index.php> for our 15th annual Spring Reception<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/index.html> in celebration of interdisciplinary graduate student research! This time around, the event will be expanded to include Academic and Industry Panels, Past MOIPA Alumni Keynote, and Networking Reception. An agenda<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/agenda.html> can be found on our website. Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM PMU Ballrooms and East Faculty Lounge I highly encourage you to submit a presentation for the event! Also, please consider applying for the Most Outstanding Interdisciplinary Project Award (MOIPA), the winner of which will receive $1,000. If you would like to apply for the MOIPA, be sure to submit a Poster Presentation as well. The Poster and MOIPA Award submission deadline is Friday, March 1st, 2024. Details and application links can be found at the links below: Poster Presentation Application and Details<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/submission.h…> Most Outstanding Interdisciplinary Project Award (MOIPA) Application and Details<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/oigp/events/spring-reception/award-applic…>

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Deadlines and Spring 2024 Candidate Dates
by Ledman, Amy L 14 Dec '23

14 Dec '23

Good evening! Just as a reminder, during winter recess for the University our office is closed from December 22nd through January 1st. If you need assistance from myself or your degree granting department's Grad Contact during this time it's likely we might not be available, so please be as proactive as possible. However, I know things do come up, so if you need something please let me know and I will try to respond when possible. Below is a list of deadlines for Spring 2024. I wanted to point out the Plan of Study Deadline for May candidates is Jan. 7, 2024, but this means the Plan of Study must be all the way (to the graduate school) through the approvals by the Jan. 7th deadline. If you are planning to graduate in Spring, please finish your Plan of Study as soon as possible. Also, if you are planning to graduate in Spring 2024 and need to be register as a Candidate (CAND 99100, 99200, 99300) please let me know. The following are some of the main academic deadlines for the coming session (full list here<https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/about/calendar/index.html>): * January 7, 2024: Plan of Study Deadline The plan of study must be submitted by the student, signed by all advisory committee members and all appropriate departmental staff, and awaiting only Graduate School processing by 11:59 p.m. ET on this date for the student to be eligible for candidacy for spring. The Graduate School recommends that students submit their plans at least a month in advance of this date to allow time for departmental review. * February 2, 2024: Candidacy Deadline (this is for all graduate programs, including graduate certificates) * March 8, 2024: Final Exam and Deposit Deadline for CAND 99200/99300 Registrants * April 17, 2024: Final Exam Deadline for CAND 99100 Registrants * April 24, 2024: Thesis Deposit Deadline for CAND 99100 Registrants Students who miss any of the deadlines in red may incur a $200 Late Graduation Deadline Fee<https://catalog.purdue.edu/content.php?catoid=16&navoid=19706> if they would like to maintain their candidate status for this session. Candidates who request to make updates to an already deposited thesis or dissertation may also incur this fee. Students who have been listed on the candidate roster for the same degree more than two consecutive sessions, meaning this spring is the third time, may also incur this fee. Please let me know if you have any questions. I hope you all enjoy your break! Happy Holidays! Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Ernest C. Young Hall, Rm B40 155 S. Grant St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-5865 f: 765-496-6271 Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> [cid:image002.png@01DA2EC6.C1AC2E60]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…> Purdue University and The Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs (OIGP), which houses Ecological Sciences and Engineering (ESE) will also be closed for the Winter Recess beginning Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 5 PM EST until Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 8 AM EST.

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InnovatED Article Submissions
by Ledman, Amy L 02 Nov '23

02 Nov '23

Good afternoon! I wanted to share the below opportunity regarding article submissions for the Graduate School's research magazine, InnovatED. Amy Amy Ledman She/Her/Hers Lead Graduate Program Specialist - Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs - The Graduate School Schedule a meeting: calendly.com/aledman<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.…> The Graduate School is seeking article submissions for the 2023-24 edition of its graduate research magazine, InnovatED! InnovatED is Purdue University's premier graduate research magazine. The mission of this magazine is to showcase and publish the influential and inspirational graduate research conducted at our university. Each publication features ten students, selected by Graduate School leadership. What's Required? * Submissions should be in the form of a popular press piece and should consist of 700 to 800 words. To get an idea of how submissions should be formatted, students can check out past editions at our website (link below)! Why Submit? * The student author or co-authors selected will receive an award of $250 per accepted manuscript, with the cover story receiving $500. * Students selected for publication will receive one-on-one coaching focused on communicating complex information to a lay audience. * Research published in InnovatED is shared widely, reaching readers in more than 45 countries. The submission deadline for the 2023-24 Edition is November 10. Those interested can learn more and submit at the following link: https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/professional-development/innovated.php

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