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Purdue University Astronaut collection, addition 02

 Unprocessed Material — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2025-057

Content Description

This collection documents Purdue University's relationships with astronaut alumni, particularly within the College of Engineering, and highlight the educational and professional connections that led to Purdue's prominent position in the space industry. The collection includes mission patches, photographs, promotional materials, publications, press releases, and other institutional documents that emphasize the university's relationship with NASA and the U.S. space program.

Acquisition Type

Transfer

Provenance

Transferred from the College of Engineering via Rita Baines on March 7, 2024.

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • Creation: 1987-1995

Extent

0.050 Cubic Feet (Two folders)

Inventory

Two folders containing 27 color photographs of varying size, one newspaper clipping, three mission stickers/patch, and a signed photograph.