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May 15, 2008FEATURED NEWS FOR EMPLOYEES
New OnePurdue Web site launched
The OnePurdue Web site has changed. A new, redesigned site launched at the end of the day Wednesday, May 14. The Web address (https://www.purdue.edu/onepurdue) is the same, but some content has been reorganized to better reflect the project today. More
WorkLife to hold Family Caregiver Resource Fair
WorkLife Programs is sponsoring the fourth annual Family Caregiver Resource Fair on Tuesday, May 20. More
Current issue of Inside Purdue
The May 13 issue of Inside Purdue is available in pdf format here.
MEMOS
To faculty and staff: Appointment in College of Science
This memo from Jeffrey Vitter, Frederick L. Hovde Dean of the College of Science, is regarding the appointment of Lynne Horngren as director of advising in the College of Science. MemoCAMPUS NEWS
Committee to aid search for VP for governmental relations
President France A. Córdova has appointed a search advisory committee to identify candidates for the position of vice president for governmental relations. MoreGraduate School dean candidate visit rescheduled
The candidate for dean of the Graduate School who was scheduled to visit the West Lafayette campus on Monday, May 19, will now visit on June 2-3. MoreCurrent issue of Purdue Alumnus now online
The Purdue Alumni Association is pleased to bring you the May/June issue of the Purdue Alumnus. You can now visit www.purduealumnus.org and flip through the pages of the magazine.
2 Purdue campuses shift to federal Direct Loan Program
Effective for fall 2008 semester enrollment, Purdue's West Lafayette and North Central campuses will offer loans funded by the federal Direct Loan Program, university officials announced Monday (May 12). MorePURDUE SPORTS
Purdue softball program prepares for its first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance
The Boilermaker softball team will make its first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance on Friday, when Purdue faces No. 20 Nevada. The Boilermakers will then play Saturday against either No. 5 UCLA or Cal State Fullerton in the double elimination Regional format. MoreGENERAL NEWS
Prof: Strong local networks can stop unwanted dams, airports and other controversial projects
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Local communities have greater influence on national issues than many people realize, especially when it comes to opposing controversial facilities, says a Purdue political scientist.
"Despite the goals of national governments and financial and administrative pressures, communities that are unified and organized can work together to block projects, such as unwanted nuclear power plants, dams, landfills or athletic arenas," says Daniel P. Aldrich, an assistant professor of political science. More
Krannert among 27 business schools reaccredited by association
Krannert School of Management has been reaccredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. MoreProgram draws young researchers from around world
Undergraduate students from around the world will spend 11 weeks this summer on the Purdue campus working on research projects that have practical applications to everyday life. MoreIndiana joins multistate effort to fight emerald ash borer
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Summer camps offer new ways to turn kids on to technology
Purdue's College of Technology will offer several camps in June that feature hands-on activities that will introduce students from diverse backgrounds to career opportunities offered in technology. MorePurdue camp uses cheerleading to teach technology concepts
Getting teenagers, especially girls, interested in pursuing careers in technological fields is no easy feat, but a former Purdue cheerleader says a camp she is organizing can help make those subjects more enticing. MoreGas prices, economy may shorten summer trips, experts say
Rising oil and gasoline prices will cause many travelers to take shorter trips during this year's summer vacation season, say two tourism experts. MorePEOPLE
New director named at Purdue College of Technology at South Bend
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Michael Sanders was recently selected as director of the Purdue College of Technology location at South Bend.
Sanders started as director in April. His duties include overseeing degree programs, increasing internship programs for students, strengthening partnerships with area industries and using students to help solve problems in industry. More
CALENDAR AND EVENTS
Events this week
Here is a list of events happening May 12-18 at the West Lafayette campus. More
Sigma Xi research brown bag set for May 19
The Purdue Chapter of Sigma Xi is hosting a brown bag lunch on Monday May 19. MorePurdue to host Elderhostels in June
Purdue will host two popular Elderhostel programs starting June 15, and registrations for commuters are now in progress. More
James Earl Jones to speak during Experience Liberal Arts
Actor James Earl Jones will speak at Purdue in October as part of Experience Liberal Arts, a monthlong celebration highlighting programs in the College of Liberal Arts. More
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