Epilog

As a closing statement on this 30-year history and as a preface to the future, it is apparent that strong foundation for the programs in Industrial Engineering were established many years ago. It is also apparent that the program has grown in stature and reputation through the support and many outstanding faculty members. The establishment of the National Research Center on Intelligent Manufacturing Systems, with James Solberg as director, clearly attests to the School's growing strength in research.

The school has been fortunate as well in attracting outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, many of whom have compiled enviable reputations in industry, education, service enterprises, and government. Students, staff, and graduates have every right to be proud of Purdue's School of Industrial Engineering.