Purdue University highlights John Christopher (JC) Russo as one of its students Who are Record Makers

2012 Jun 28

John Christopher (JC) Russo of Carmel, IN, is featured in this month's 5 Student Who website. 5 Students Who are Record Makers focuses on students who have set their goals on being first. Some are pushing body and mind to reach the top. For others, reaching the summit means giving back the most - doing the most good.

Purdue University is a vast laboratory for discovery. The university is known not only for science, technology, engineering and math programs, but also for our imagination, ingenuity and innovation. It's a place for those who seek a first-class education balanced by the drive to make their ideas real.

Founded in 1869 in West Lafayette, Indiana, the university proudly serves its state as well as the nation and the world. Academically, Purdue's role as a major research institution is supported by top-ranking disciplines in pharmacy, business, engineering and agriculture. More than 39,000 students are enrolled here. All 50 states and 130 countries are represented. Add about 850 student organizations and Big Ten Boilermaker athletics, and you get a college atmosphere that's without rival.