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News for faculty and staff

March 31, 2008

In the spotlight:

Purdue Presidential Inauguration

France A. Córdova became Purdue's 11th president on July 16, 2007, and will be formally inaugurated April 11 in Elliott Hall of Music. Leading up to the inauguration, Purdue Today will take a look at Purdue's past leaders. Today, our second president, Abraham Shortridge.

Presidents of Purdue's past:
Abraham C. Shortridge, 1874-1875

Abraham C. Shortridge was in charge when Purdue matriculated its first students on Sept. 16, 1874. Thirty-nine applicants were admitted, some conditionally. Women were enrolled for the first time the following fall. His administration lasted just 18 months due to his failing health.

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The Purdue Presidential Inauguration

FEATURED NEWS FOR EMPLOYEES

Science meetings to gather input on strategic plan

The College of Science strategic planning Pillar groups are hosting town hall meetings on April 4 and 9 to gather feedback and input on goals, strategies and metrics for the College’s 2008–13 strategic plan. More

CAMPUS NEWS

Police arrest 2 for allegedly growing marijuana in apartment

Purdue police arrested two people at a 621 Waldron St. apartment on marijuana charges early Friday (March 28). More

RESEARCH NEWS, SPECIAL REPORTS

Dragon boat racing motivates cancer survivors to battle upstream

**Dragon boat racing**

A Purdue sport and exercise psychology professor will follow about 50 breast cancer survivors on Indianapolis' newly formed dragon boat racing team to better understand how such camaraderie affects quality of life issues.

"These breast cancer survivors are literally all in the same boat together," says Meghan McDonough, an assistant professor of health and kinesiology who studies the role relationships play in physical activity. "This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a team as it forms and to really understand how these women's involvement and relationships affect their lives. More

New book 'Uncle' a journey into Purdue founder's life

**"Uncle: My Journey With John Purdue"**

The large picture on the wall of a relative's house piqued young Irene McCammon Scott's interest.

When she became an adult, it gnawed at her.

Who was this person, and why did he command such status?

The man was John Purdue, an entrepreneur who came from humble beginnings to earn riches and found Purdue University. He is the subject of McCammon Scott's new book. "Uncle: My Journey With John Purdue" looks at Purdue's life through McCammon Scott's original research, as well as through collections of his personal correspondence, business ledgers and family members' oral histories. The Purdue University Press recently published the book. More

CALENDAR AND EVENTS

Today's events

Here is a list of events happening Monday, March 31, at the West Lafayette campus. More

This week's events

Here is a list of events happening March 31-April 6 at the West Lafayette campus. More

Fulbright Program information session is today

The University Honors Program will hold an information session for undergraduate and graduate students interested in learning more about the U.S. Student Fulbright Program on Monday, March 31, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Room 313, Stewart Center. More

Haraka Fest April 10-11 at Purdue's Black Cultural Center

The Haraka Writers will present their annual Haraka Fest April 10-11 at the Black Cultural Center. The event, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. both days, is free and open to the public.More