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Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences

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The College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) prepares scholars, develops leaders, translates theory to practice, and advances knowledge
of human behavior, health and quality of life.

Key Characteristics:
* An interdisciplinary environment for discovery, learning, and engagement
* Faculty and graduates who are leaders in the health and human sciences
* Research that advances knowledge and is responsive to ever-changing conditions
* Applications of knowledge to improve people’s well-being
* Engagement with diverse constituencies and communities to address a broad spectrum of human needs

Our Vision

HHS people and programs have an increasingly positive impact on the behavior, health and quality of
life of people.

Key Characteristics:

* Exemplary interdisciplinary education and research
* Independent researchers and collaborative groups who conduct internationally recognized basic and applied
research
* Talented and creative students who achieve great success in their educational pursuits
* Highly effective training of leaders to meet current and future global challenges
* Entrepreneurial initiatives that deliver lasting benefits to people
* Engagement and partnerships that strengthen our educational programs and increase our contributions
to people locally and globally
* An academic community that is exemplary in its understanding and appreciation of intellectual and cultural
diversity.

Purdue's College of Health and Human Sciences is commonly called "HHS."

Dean: Christine M. Ladisch
http://www.purdue.edu/hhs/about/meet.html

As of July 1, 2010:

5,390 students
4,861 undergraduate
529 graduate

46 undergraduate programs of study

264 faculty

355 staff

48,790 living alumni

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