November 2025 - Msepostdoc-list

Thanksgiving Weekend Building Access for ARMS
by Lisa A Stacey 26 Nov '25

26 Nov '25

Please see message from Phil Qualio regarding ARMS building access over the holiday weekend. Note, Faculty should have the external key access, but can also use their PUID to access the South Atrium, or East (our end across from McD). Have a wonderful, and hopefully warm Thanksgiving holiday! Lisa Stacey Lead Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering o: 765-494-4095 f: 765-494-1204 [3749DD84]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…> Subject: Thanksgiving Building Access Good morning, This is a reminder that Armstrong Hall will be locked on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Faculty, staff, and approved students may still access the building using their PUID's at either: * The South Atrium Entrance * The East Entrance (across from McDonald's) Have a safe and enjoyable holiday! Thanks, Phil Qualio Building Deputy Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering o: 765-496-9757 [cid:image001.png@01DC5EB8.EFBDF7B0]<http://www.purdue.edu/>

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MSE Department Digest - November 24th
by Maddison DeLaney Walsh 24 Nov '25

24 Nov '25

[cid:e66e6123-31d4-49e7-9853-fd1d59a661d4] November 24th, 2025 Conference Room Reminder Please make sure you turn off lights and TVs, push in chairs, and clean off whiteboards. Please help keep our MSE conference rooms clean and ready for your fellow Boilermakers and guests! *Note: Instructions for how to book an MSE conference room can be found on our undergraduate blog: Conference Room Reservations<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaterials…> Preliminary Seminars 11/25 | Manikandan Muruganandam | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Manik…> 12/4 | Changxin Han | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Preliminary-…> 12/11 | Siddhant Kalel | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Siddh…> 12/16 | Matthew Kaboolian | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Matth…> 12/16 | Caleb Wasserbeck | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Caleb…> 12/17 | Heng-Ray Chuang | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Heng-…> 12/17 | Joe Anderson | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Joe-A…> 1/14 | Ram Munde | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Ram-M…> 1/26 | Ana Sofia Armendariz | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Ana-S…> Final Defenses 11/24 | Kat Nykiel | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Defens…> 12/2 | Teal Dowd | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Teal-D…> 12/3 | Morgan Smith | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Defens…> 12/9 | Joel Davis | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Joel-D…> MSE 690 Seminar 12/5 | Atieh Moridi - Cornell University | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/MSE-690-Seminars/2025/mse-690-Ati…> Purdue Holidays 11/27 - 28 | Thanksgiving Break | MSE Office Closed. Faculty & Staff Out of Office. Building/Business Closed MSE Socials MSE Facebo<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…>ok<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> | MSE LinkedIn<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linke…> | MSE Instagram<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…> | MSE Undergraduate Blog<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaterials…> Have a happy & safe holiday break & Boiler Up! Maddi Walsh Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Office: 765-496-0460 [cid:ebff4fe0-1455-4204-8836-48e302d5f947]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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FW: Holiday Events Ahead? Be Ready to Dine with Confidence
by Yuan-Yu Karen Morgan 21 Nov '25

21 Nov '25

Online training on formal dining etiquette! Boiler Up! From: Gradcontacts <Gradcontacts(a)LISTS.PURDUE.EDU> On Behalf Of Prof Dev Sent: Friday, November 21, 2025 11:55 AM To: Gradcontacts(a)LISTS.PURDUE.EDU Subject: [GRADCONTACTS] Holiday Events Ahead? Be Ready to Dine with Confidence As holiday gatherings and professional events approach, now is the perfect time to sharpen your business meal etiquette. OGSPS’s new self-paced online training — curated by Anthony Cawdron, Purdue’s expert in event planning and etiquette — helps you navigate formal dining with confidence, from place settings to conversation tips. Why it matters: Business meals are often part of interviews, networking, and professional celebrations. Knowing proper etiquette — especially in a U.S. context — helps you make a strong impression and feel more at ease. Access the training anytime, anywhere. Questions? Email us at profdev(a)purdue.edu<mailto:profdev@purdue.edu> ➤ Click the link below and navigate to “OGSPS Professional Development” to get started: https://www.eventreg.purdue.edu/training/Heading.aspx Sincerely, Becky Engwall Professional Development Program Administrator Purdue University Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars 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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FW: Upcoming Professional Development Workshops - Please Share
by Yuan-Yu Karen Morgan 21 Nov '25

21 Nov '25

Boiler Up! From: Gradcontacts <Gradcontacts(a)LISTS.PURDUE.EDU> On Behalf Of Prof Dev Sent: Friday, November 21, 2025 8:27 AM To: Gradcontacts(a)LISTS.PURDUE.EDU Subject: [GRADCONTACTS] Upcoming Professional Development Workshops - Please Share Good morning, Grad Contacts! Below are next week's workshop offerings. Kindly share this information with your graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, and feel free to post it on relevant channels. [cid:C59A47BBD9B1EE4BB0BDBBC8FB365726@namprd22.prod.outlook.com] Register here: https://gspd.gosignmeup.com/<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgspd.gosi…> Sincerely, Becky Engwall Professional Development Program Administrator Purdue University Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars 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 Medical Leave: 11/27/2025 - 1/19/2026

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MSE Spring Conference Rooms Reservations Now Open
by Andriana Tiara Williams 19 Nov '25

19 Nov '25

Hello MSE Department, As we approach the end of the Fall semester, we’re opening Spring conference room reservations, available through May 31st. Please note that any reservations extending beyond this date will be returned for adjustment. *Kind reminder: Occasionally, departmental priorities may require us to reassign rooms for urgent MSE needs. We’ll do our best to minimize disruptions and will always communicate any changes as early as possible.* 🗓 How to Reserve a Conference Room MSE uses Outlook for all room reservations. Detailed instructions can be found here: 🔗 How to Reserve a Room via Outlook<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ECN/Support/KB/Docs/How%20to%20reserve%20room> You can also find this information at any time on our MSE Undergraduate Blog under Conference Room Reservations<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaterials…> 📍 Available MSE Conference Rooms * ARMS 2326 – 24 people | Projector Screen * ARMS 2237 – 8 people | TV Screen + adapters * ARMS 2222 – 7 people | TV Screen + adapters * ARMS B197 – 12 people | TV Screen + adapters Rooms will appear in Outlook as “Materials Engineering – ARMS 2xxx” with their capacity listed. If a room does not include “MSE” in its title, it likely belongs to another department and may not be available for our use. Please be mindful that other departments have the same right to reclaim their spaces when needed. 🔔 General Reminders • Please avoid double-booking—space is limited. • Cancel or adjust your reservations promptly if plans change. • Room administrators may release unused or repeatedly idle reservations. • Conference rooms close at 5 p.m., unless accompanied by faculty (exception: ARMS B197). • Include a clear purpose in your reservation title (e.g., Prof. Smith Meeting or (Company) Senior Design Team). • Last-minute requests (submitted right before your meeting) cannot be approved, and we will not displace others already in the room. • Please submit requests at least 24 hours in advance to allow proper scheduling and coordination. 💛 Shared Space Courtesy Let’s continue taking care of our shared conference spaces—these rooms are used by students, faculty, staff, and our industry partners. After each use, please: * Push in chairs * Wipe whiteboards and tables clean * Power down all lights, TVs, projectors, and AV equipment Consistent care helps ensure these spaces remain welcoming for everyone. Please note that repeated disregard for room use expectations may result in temporary loss of reservation privileges. Thank you for helping keep our conference rooms organized and ready for everyone’s success. We truly appreciate your cooperation and commitment to keeping our MSE spaces running smoothly. Grace and Blessings, Andriana Williams Andriana Williams Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE> Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering o: 765-494-4100 f: 765-494-1204 [3749DD84]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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Thanksgiving Potluck Luncheon- Bring a Dish to Share!
by Andriana Tiara Williams 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Let’s gather in the spirit of gratitude and good food! 🧡 Join MSEGSA for a Thanksgiving Potluck Luncheon on Thursday, November 20 at 4:00 PM in ARMS 2114. Please RSVP using the QR-Code on the flyer attached. Bring your favorite dish to share—homemade or store-bought, all are welcome! Whether it’s a family recipe or your go-to snack from the store, we’ll be thankful for your contribution. Come hungry, bring your appetite (and your best stretchy pants), and enjoy an afternoon of delicious food and great company! Let’s celebrate the season together—see you there! Grace and Blessings, Andriana Williams Andriana Williams Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE> Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering o: 765-494-4100 f: 765-494-1204 [3749DD84]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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MSE Department Digest - November 17th
by Maddison DeLaney Walsh 17 Nov '25

17 Nov '25

[cid:6a0c08fd-dc6a-4b29-90ef-618ccb512002] November 17th, 2025 Conference Room Reminder Please make sure you turn off lights and TVs, push in chairs, and clean off whiteboards. Please help keep our MSE conference rooms clean and ready for your fellow Boilermakers and guests! *Note: Instructions for how to book an MSE conference room can be found on our undergraduate blog: Conference Room Reservations<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaterials…> Preliminary Seminars 11/20 | Halle Block | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim_Halle…> 11/25 | Manikandan Muruganandam | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Manik…> 12/4 | Changxin Han | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Preliminary-…> 12/11 | Siddhant Kalel | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Siddh…> 12/16 | Matthew Kaboolian | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Matth…> 12/17 | Heng-Ray Chuang | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Prelim-Heng-…> Final Defenses 11/18 | Langdon Feltner| Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final_Defens…> 11/19 | Nazmul Haque | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Nazmul…> 11/21 | Morgan Chamberlain | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final_Defens…> 11/24 | Kat Nykiel | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Defens…> 12/2 | Teal Dowd | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Teal-D…> 12/3 | Morgan Smith | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/Thesis-Defenses/2025/Final-Defens…> MSE 690 Seminar 12/5 | Atieh Moridi - Cornell University | Click for Info & Add to Calendar<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MSE/events/MSE-690-Seminars/2025/mse-690-Ati…> Purdue Holidays 11/27 - 28 | Thanksgiving Break | MSE Office Closed. Faculty & Staff Out of Office. Building/Business Closed MSE Socials MSE Facebo<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…>ok<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> | MSE LinkedIn<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linke…> | MSE Instagram<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…> | MSE Undergraduate Blog<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmaterials…> Boiler Up! Maddi Walsh Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Office: 765-496-0460 [cid:45e2c16d-6472-4801-a834-afce55943ebe]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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MSE Lost Wagon - Please Return to Front Office!
by Maddison DeLaney Walsh 14 Nov '25

14 Nov '25

Hello, Just a quick reminder to return the small gray wagon if you or your group borrowed it from the MSE front office. Thanks, Maddi Walsh Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Office: 765-496-0460 [cid:07355afd-e788-458a-b869-7f381417df3d]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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MSEGSA Potluck! - 11/20 at 4 PM
by Jalen Riley Macatangay 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

To all MSE graduate students, postdocs, and faculty, With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we are excited to invite you to our annual Thanksgiving potluck! Join us for a casual (and early) dinner where everyone provides something to share. This could be a dish, snack, and/or dessert (either store-bought or homemade is perfectly fine). We also encourage that the item you bring represents your culture! Feel free to either share something you enjoy from home or simply one of your favorite foods. Please add your name and the item you plan to bring to the sign-up sheet below so we can avoid duplicates. MSEGSA will provide utensils, plates, cups, and drinks. When: Thursday, November 20th, 4-6 pm Where: ARMS 2114 (grad lounge) RSVP: https://forms.gle/HUjhMGxyNnV6TBbZ7<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> Potluck Sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F1la3DgTWDY9mEe_oZqlPGoeWHEQKQjtu4b…<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> Hope to see you there! Jalen Macatangay Materials Science & Engineering President | MSEGSA Purdue University jmacatan(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jmacatan@purdue.edu>

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Reminder: Please Complete the MSE Emergency Contact Survey
by Maddison DeLaney Walsh 11 Nov '25

11 Nov '25

Good morning, This is a friendly reminder to complete the MSE Emergency Contact Survey as part of our annual safety and emergency preparedness update. Please take a few minutes to fill out the survey using the link below: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bmh344k3WC6Bpjg<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> Your response helps ensure we can reach you or your designated contacts quickly in case of an emergency. The survey only takes a few minutes, and all information will be kept confidential. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and well-prepared department! Maddi Walsh Senior Administrative Assistant School of Materials Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Office: 765-496-0460 [cid:882f814d-e750-4e37-959d-629094ff516e]<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>

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