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DePauw University reports economic impact

A comprehensive economic impact study shows that DePauw University generated $69.5 million in economic impact for Putnam County during fiscal year 2023-24, supporting one out of every 17 jobs in the county and representing 5.4% of the county's total economic output.

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Renewal of NSF grant propels faculty and student research

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $230,000 grant to DePauw’s Bridget Gourley, professor of chemistry and biochemistry and dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

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