http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/ Event News Feed from Purdue University News Service en-us Fri, 17 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/convocations-party-of-the-season-events-to-feature-black-bear-combo.html Purdue Convocations' 2013-14 season will feature 30 world-class performances, including an array of Broadway musicals, plays, concerts, and special events. The full 2013-14 season lineup will be unveiled on May 31 at the annual Convocations Party of the Season. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/convocations-party-of-the-season-events-to-feature-black-bear-combo.html Thu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/dream-social-networks-take-spotlight-at-upcoming-science-on-tap.html A Purdue University researcher of dreams will give the next Science on Tap talk on the social networks revealed from sleep. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/dream-social-networks-take-spotlight-at-upcoming-science-on-tap.html Thu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/hi-tech-systems-on-display-at-indiana-farm-management-tour.html Today's large-acreage farmers can't be everywhere at once on their sprawling operations, but a farm family featured in this year's Purdue Extension Farm Management Tour comes close. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/hi-tech-systems-on-display-at-indiana-farm-management-tour.html Thu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/workshops-to-give-current-information-on-crop-development.html Crop producers and people involved in field scouting can learn about what to look for at different times of the growing season during two workshops offered by Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/workshops-to-give-current-information-on-crop-development.html Wed, 15 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/high-school-students-selected-to-participate-in-11th-usa-biology-olympiad-finals-at-purdue.html The top 20 high school students have been selected by the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) to participate in the 11th Annual USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) National Finals from June 2-14 at Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/high-school-students-selected-to-participate-in-11th-usa-biology-olympiad-finals-at-purdue.html Tue, 07 May 2013 10:20:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-international-evgrandprix-sunday-at-ims.html At least 30 electric-powered go-karts are expected to run in the third Purdue International Electric Vehicle Grand Prix on Sunday (May 12) as part of opening weekend festivities at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-international-evgrandprix-sunday-at-ims.html Tue, 07 May 2013 09:20:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/centennial-conference-to-focus-on-community,-healthy-living.html The Indiana Extension Homemakers Association's Home and Family Conference will celebrate its 100th year with workshops, tours, food and music celebrating health, community and positive living. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/centennial-conference-to-focus-on-community,-healthy-living.html Thu, 02 May 2013 14:34:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/symposium-led-by-purdue,-s.-korea-teams-to-focus-on-advancements-in-organ-on-a-chip-research.html Research teams from Purdue University's Discovery Park and the Korean Institute of Science and Technology will meet May 16 for a symposium highlighting their work in advancing organ-on-a-chip activities. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/symposium-led-by-purdue,-s.-korea-teams-to-focus-on-advancements-in-organ-on-a-chip-research.html Thu, 02 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-college-of-veterinary-medicine-to-celebrate-national-pet-week.html The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine will help celebrate National Pet Week, May 5-11, with an essay writing contest. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-college-of-veterinary-medicine-to-celebrate-national-pet-week.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/climate-systems-educators-toolkit-to-be-unveiled-at-purdue-environmental-conference.html Purdue University researchers will unveil a learning toolkit for educators about a climate system approach to understanding how the Earth's climate is changing in connection with a three-day conference on campus in May. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/climate-systems-educators-toolkit-to-be-unveiled-at-purdue-environmental-conference.html Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/home-of-two-nobel-laureates,-purdues-wetherill-laboratory-of-chemistry-named-acs-national-historic-chemical-landmark.html Purdue University's R.B. Wetherill Laboratory of Chemistry building will be dedicated as a National Historic Chemical Landmark at 4 p.m. on Friday (April 26). http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/home-of-two-nobel-laureates,-purdues-wetherill-laboratory-of-chemistry-named-acs-national-historic-chemical-landmark.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:57:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-west-lafayette-commencement-to-be-shown-live-on-tv,-webcast.html Spring commencement ceremonies at Purdue University's West Lafayette campus will be broadcast live for television and Internet audiences. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-west-lafayette-commencement-to-be-shown-live-on-tv,-webcast.html Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:28:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-to-host-fourth-electric-vehicle-grand-prix-saturday.html Teams from Purdue, Ivy Tech and Vincennes University will compete in the fourth Purdue Electric Vehicle Grand Prix on Saturday (April 27). http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-to-host-fourth-electric-vehicle-grand-prix-saturday.html Fri, 19 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/rescheduled-life-in-color-show-will-feature-krewella.html The Life In Color outdoor concert - featuring Krewella, David Solano, Milk N Cookies and Kryoman - originally scheduled for Thursday (April 18) at Purdue University has been rescheduled to Sunday (April 21) due to inclement weather. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/rescheduled-life-in-color-show-will-feature-krewella.html Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:15:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/earth-day-activities-to-highlight-sustainability,-student-projects,-lecture-by-retired-joint-chiefs-of-staff-assistant.html Purdue University's Earth Day 2013 activities will feature a carnival of exhibits, games and demonstrations as well as campus and community project presentations and a lecture by retired U.S. Marines Col. Mark Mykleby. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/earth-day-activities-to-highlight-sustainability,-student-projects,-lecture-by-retired-joint-chiefs-of-staff-assistant.html Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:07:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-to-show-off-senior-design-innovations.html Purdue University students completing a mechanical engineering senior design course will demonstrate a diverse collection of inventions, from an autonomous lunar rover to a hydroelectric generator for slow-moving streams and a solar-powered aircraft. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-to-show-off-senior-design-innovations.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:59:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/small-science-to-take-to-big-stage-for-upcoming-purdue-nanodays.html All things nanotechnology will overtake Purdue University's Discovery Park in late April. And we're not talking just about popular MP3 devices. Hundreds of young students, teachers and parents are expected to participate in the third annual NanoDays at Birck Nanotechnology Center and the rest of Discovery Park on April 25 and 26. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/small-science-to-take-to-big-stage-for-upcoming-purdue-nanodays.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-prepare-for-end-of-season-shows.html More than 250 Purdue Musical Organizations students are preparing for their end-of-season shows. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-prepare-for-end-of-season-shows.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/peace-studies-speaker-to-address-drone-warfare.html Robert Naiman, policy director of Just Foreign Policy and president of the board of Truthout, will speak April 25 at Purdue University on 'Why Drone Warfare is Wrong and What We Can Do About It.' http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/peace-studies-speaker-to-address-drone-warfare.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-to-host-global-china-connection-midwest-conference.html The Purdue chapter of Global China Connection on April 20 will host the organization's Sino-U.S. 1.0: 'Moving the World Forward' Midwest Annual Conference. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-to-host-global-china-connection-midwest-conference.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/solar-energy-company-founder,-purdue-alum-to-give-lecture-on-social-entrepreneurship,-sustainability.html The founder of an innovative solar-powered energy company will give a talk this month on the Purdue University campus that focuses on social entrepreneurship, international business and how the two can come together to benefit our world. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/solar-energy-company-founder,-purdue-alum-to-give-lecture-on-social-entrepreneurship,-sustainability.html Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:42:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-graduate-school-hosts-three-minute-thesis-competition.html Purdue graduate students will have three minutes to present their research results and its significance to judges and the public in a thesis competition Wednesday (April 17) in Stewart Center's Fowler Hall. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-graduate-school-hosts-three-minute-thesis-competition.html Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:57:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-campuses-to-host-spring-commencement-ceremonies.html Purdue University will award degrees during spring commencement ceremonies at its campuses from May 10-20. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-campuses-to-host-spring-commencement-ceremonies.html Thu, 11 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-dance-company-to-present-spring-works-event.html The Purdue Contemporary Dance Company will present its Spring Works 2013 dance concert April 26-27. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-dance-company-to-present-spring-works-event.html Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/john-purdue-statue-dedication-set-for-april-14.html A bronze statue of Purdue's benefactor and namesake will be dedicated Sunday (April 14), depicting John Purdue on a bench at a site near University Hall where it is said the man himself sat almost 140 years ago. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/john-purdue-statue-dedication-set-for-april-14.html Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-percussion-goes-to-classics-and-beyond-for-spring-fest.html Comedy? Check! Craziness? Always! But classical? The Purdue Percussion Theater, which has gained a reputation for its lively spring concerts, is putting a 'classical face' on its Sunday (April 14) concert 'From Bach to Rock.' http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-percussion-goes-to-classics-and-beyond-for-spring-fest.html Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-theatre-to-present-premiere-of-alice-wonders.html Purdue Theatre will present 'Alice Wonders,' an original work inspired by the 'Alice' writings of Lewis Carroll, written and directed by Gordon McCall, associate professor and head of Purdue Theatre's directing program. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-theatre-to-present-premiere-of-alice-wonders.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:03:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/grand-alternative-offers-substance-free-events-for-purdue-students.html Several substance-free activities will be offered through April 20 for Purdue students as part of the annual Grand Prix celebrations. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/grand-alternative-offers-substance-free-events-for-purdue-students.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/krannert-to-hold-global-manufacturing-conference.html Purdue University's Krannert School of Management will host a global manufacturing conference April 19 focusing on 'Right Shoring When Manufacturing Matters.' http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/krannert-to-hold-global-manufacturing-conference.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-spring-fest-offers-family-fun,-free-activities.html Purdue University is inviting people of all ages to campus for a fun-filled day of free learning experiences at the annual Spring Fest this Saturday and Sunday (April 13-14). http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-spring-fest-offers-family-fun,-free-activities.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-gay-and-lesbian-professionals-sponsor-second-film-festival.html The Purdue University chapter of the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals is hosting its second annual film festival. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-gay-and-lesbian-professionals-sponsor-second-film-festival.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-plans-events-to-observe-alcohol-awareness-month.html Purdue University's observance of Alcohol Awareness Month, held every April, features three events, including two alcohol summits. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-plans-events-to-observe-alcohol-awareness-month.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/science-on-tap-to-feature-talk-on-devices,-data-and-their-connections.html A Purdue University researcher will highlight the ubiquitous nature of today's device-driven society and the obsession with data interaction. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/science-on-tap-to-feature-talk-on-devices,-data-and-their-connections.html Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/feast-like-a-hellbender-to-support-conservation-efforts.html Purdue Extension is hosting an afternoon of games, educational programs and an all-you-can-eat Cajun-style dinner to support efforts to protect the hellbender, an endangered giant salamander. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/feast-like-a-hellbender-to-support-conservation-efforts.html Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-guest-lecturer-global-changes-could-affect-u.s.-ag.html Global economic changes and the rise of developing countries likely will require changes to U.S. farm policy, says a former World Bank president and the featured speaker at Purdue University's James C. Snyder Memorial Lecture on April 12. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-guest-lecturer-global-changes-could-affect-u.s.-ag.html Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:33:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/56th-purdue-grand-prix-set-for-april-20.html Purdue University's 56th Grand Prix race will take place April 20 at the Grand Prix track on campus, near the corner of McCormick Road and Cherry Lane. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/56th-purdue-grand-prix-set-for-april-20.html Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:58:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-college-of-veterinary-medicine-to-host-open-house.html Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine is hosting its 50th annual Open House from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 13 at the university's Lynn Hall. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdues-college-of-veterinary-medicine-to-host-open-house.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:02:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/speaker-to-discuss-censorship-in-u.s.-colleges,-universities.html Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, will speak at Purdue University on April 9. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/speaker-to-discuss-censorship-in-u.s.-colleges,-universities.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:11:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-part-of-indiana-black-barbershop-health-initiative-and-kickoff-at-state-house.html Purdue University is a partner of this year's Indiana Black Barbershop Health Initiative and kickoff event featuring free haircuts and health screenings at the Indiana State House on April 11. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-part-of-indiana-black-barbershop-health-initiative-and-kickoff-at-state-house.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 10:14:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/author,-professor-cornel-west-to-speak-april-12-at-purdue.html Cornel West, author, professor and activist, will speak on April 12 at Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/author,-professor-cornel-west-to-speak-april-12-at-purdue.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/robotics-pioneer-to-give-pritsker-lecture-at-purdue.html Thomas B. Sheridan, a professor emeritus of engineering and applied psychology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will speak on April 18 for the Pritsker Scholars Distinguished Lecture Series at Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/robotics-pioneer-to-give-pritsker-lecture-at-purdue.html Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-students-put-on-health-fair-for-spanish-speaking-community.html Purdue University's Spanish service-learning class, Ayuda y Aprende or Help and Learn, is hosting its second health fair on April 9 at the Lafayette Adult Resource Academy. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-students-put-on-health-fair-for-spanish-speaking-community.html Thu, 28 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/holocaust-conference-events-scheduled-april-6-16.html The 33rd Greater Lafayette Holocaust Remembrance Conference (GLHRC), running April 6-16, will focus on the theme 'From Living Memory to Historical Memory: The Holocaust in Transition.' http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/holocaust-conference-events-scheduled-april-6-16.html Thu, 28 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-coach-helps-lead-run-for-cancer-research.html In his first public comments as head football coach, Darrell Hazell stressed that it will take everyone in the Purdue family to win championships. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-coach-helps-lead-run-for-cancer-research.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:59:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/c-span-founder-to-lead-master-class-on-april-11.html C-SPAN founder and CEO Brian Lamb on April 11 will lead a Purdue University classroom forum about current events, media and government. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/c-span-founder-to-lead-master-class-on-april-11.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/new-life-in-color-site-announced-and-more-acts-added-to-the-april-18-event.html The LIFE IN COLOR (formerly DAYGLOW) tour featuring Krewella, David Solano and Milk N Cookies will perform at the Purdue band practice field on Third Street across from Shreve Hall at 7 p.m. on April 18. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/new-life-in-color-site-announced-and-more-acts-added-to-the-april-18-event.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:15:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/technology-leader-to-speak-at-purdue-on-role-of-science-today.html Norman Augustine, a leader in the fields of technology and defense for more than 50 years, will speak April 10 at Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/technology-leader-to-speak-at-purdue-on-role-of-science-today.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-research-on-worldwide-scientific-issues-to-be-discussed-at-conference.html Purdue research on natural gas exports, health policies, homeland security data and advanced manufacturing will be discussed at the April 9 Global Policy Research Institute's 'Policy Research for a Changing World' Conference on campus. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-research-on-worldwide-scientific-issues-to-be-discussed-at-conference.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/tedxpurdueu-event-shares-ideas,-research-from-purdue-community.html TEDxPurdueU 2013, a conference to share Purdue research and ideas, is scheduled for 1-6 p.m. April 12 in Loeb Playhouse on the university's campus. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/tedxpurdueu-event-shares-ideas,-research-from-purdue-community.html