John Martinson Honors College

We are a community of highly motivated learners, committed to a pursuit of knowledge across all disciplines.

About the John Martinson Honors College

Our mission is to create and foster well-rounded, well-educated global leaders. We work to create student leaders on campus who impact society from their very first semester. Our four pillars, or primary tenets, come together to help us accomplish this mission:

  • Interdisciplinary Academics
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Community and Global Engagement
  • Leadership Development

 

MEET THE DEAN

Dr. Felisa Higgins

Dr. Felisa Higgins earned her Ph.D. in industrial engineering from Purdue, a master’s in industrial engineering from Florida State University and a bachelor’s in industrial engineering from Florida A&M University.

A globally engaged scholar and expert in supply chain management, she brings to Purdue years of experience and impact spanning both academia and industry, including a long stint with consumer products company Kimberly-Clark and its Latin American Operations. Her excellence in teaching has also been amply recognized through multiple Penn State awards, such as the George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Smeal College's Fred Brand Jr. Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching.

Recent News

Three students named 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholars. Charles Behrman, a junior majoring in nuclear engineering; Shreya Krishnan, a junior majoring in biomedical engineering; and Ishaan Singh, a junior studying honors physics and biochemistry.

Two John Martinson Honors College students named Goldwater Scholars

May 14, 2026

Purdue honors college laureates to participate as student responders in Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies

May 11, 2026

Purdue May 2026 grad advances to medical school after making her mark on campus and beyond

May 11, 2026

Golden Hammer Awards recognizes 13 Purdue John Martinson Honors College students’ impact in Indianapolis

April 28, 2026

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Semiquincentennial. 👀 It’s a real word. This July 4, we celebrate the semiquincentennial (250-year anniversary) of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
What’s better than having one of the coolest roles at @nasa? 🤔 Having two. Emily Spreen is an engineer helping humans return to the moon. She also leads a team positioning the recovery forces that retrieve a crew and spacecraft following their return to Earth and splashdown in the ocean. Go to the 🔗 in bio to learn more about how Boilermakers are following their dreams.
It’s more than handing out a bottle of milk. 🥛 How much do you know about the presenters at the Indy 500? Learn why dairy farmer Brian Rexing says, “It’s humbling to have this opportunity.” The Q&A is at the 🔗 in bio.
🤩📸 We can’t get over how good the Class of 2026 looks! See some of the best moments from last week’s commencement ceremonies in this photo gallery: 🔗 in bio. 👆 #PurdueWeDidIt 🎓
At spring commencement, we were thrilled to welcome back one of @PurdueSports’ all-time greats: the legendary @DrewBrees. 🏈 First-ballot 2026 @ProFootballHOF selection 🏆 Super Bowl champion with the @Saints 🌹 Maxwell Award winner and Rose Bowl QB with @BoilerFootball ⭐ Entrepreneur, philanthropist and @PurdueBusiness alum 🎓 And now: Honorary Doctor of Business from his alma mater! Congratulations, Drew. We’re so proud that you’re a #Boilermaker
Purdue University President Mung Chiang has informed the Board of Trustees that he has accepted an offer to become President of Northwestern University on July 1. Per Trustees Chair Gary Lehman, the board will name an interim president in the coming weeks and initiate a search for a permanent president shortly thereafter.
Purdue University President Mung Chiang has informed the Board of Trustees that he has accepted an offer to become President of Northwestern University on July 1. Per Trustees Chair Gary Lehman, the board will name an interim president in the coming weeks and initiate a search for a permanent president shortly thereafter.