Max Littell

The Purdue Student Ambassador is an exclusive position designed for exceptional high school students with a passion for research, strong academic performance, and ambitious future goals. Hand-selected for their unique potential, these students work directly under Purdue University faculty as part of a dynamic research team.

In this role, the Student Ambassador becomes a versatile contributor, engaging in a wide range of tasks to support the success of the project. From hands-on fieldwork and data collection to website creation, community engagement, and public speaking, the ambassador plays a key part in every stage of the research process. Funded by a competitive grant, this program provides a rare opportunity for young scholars to gain practical experience, develop valuable skills, and collaborate on groundbreaking work while receiving mentorship from university experts.