In the spotlight

Purdue Profiles:
David Tate

In his office, where walls are unseen behind plaques, awards and photos; where dimly lit lamps replace fluorescent lights; and where his son's first shoes hang, David Tate, an academic advisor in health sciences, beams with pride and disbelief of the life he leads. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

President's Forum to be held today

Today's President's Forum will feature a panel discussion on the future of public research universities. Faculty and staff are invited to attend the forum, which begins at 9 a.m. in the North Ballroom, Purdue Memorial Union. A live webcast of the forum will be available at mms://video.dis.purdue.edu/PresidentsForum. Read more...

Learning communities participation helps students stay course for graduation

A first-year student program aimed at creating academic and social communities is helping more Purdue students reach the goal of graduation, according to a new report. Read more...

Changes to overtime and callback pay policy to take effect Jan. 3

Changes to Purdue's overtime and callback pay policy will go into effect Jan. 3. The changes are being implemented as a recurring cost savings option, as identified by the Sustaining New Synergies initiative, and are in keeping with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Read more...

Roundtable discussion on winter fun and fitness offered for parents

WorkLife Programs invites parents to attend a roundtable discussion highlighting opportunities for fitness and fun, in spite of cold weather and busy holiday schedules. Read more...

APSAC announces grant recipients

The Administrative and Professional Staff Advisory Committee has awarded individual professional development grants to 22 administrative and professional staff members. Read more...

APSAC hears reports on creation of employee award, Spring Fling

The Administrative and Professional Staff Advisory Committee held its monthly meeting on Nov. 10. Read more...

Research News & Special Reports

Blind scholar, entrepreneur shares tips to increase students' interest in the sciences

Educators can strengthen their students' interest and understanding of science, technology, engineering and math by incorporating liberal arts teaching techniques in their curricula, says a blind scholar and entrepreneur. Read more...

Purdue Sports

Volleyball earns NCAA seeding, will host first and second rounds

The Purdue volleyball team earned the No. 16 overall seed and will host NCAA Tournament first- and second-round matches on Belin Court, the NCAA announced Sunday. Read more...

Kerrigan named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year

Purdue's Ryan Kerrigan being named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year headlined the Boilermakers' postseason recognition from the league's coaches and media. In total, 10 different Boilermakers garnered first team, second team or honorable mention accolades. Read more...

General News

University withdraws recognition of one fraternity, places another on probation

Purdue officials on Monday (Nov. 29) announced that the University has decided to withdraw its recognition of the Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity for alcohol and hazing violations that occurred while the organization was on probation for previous infractions. Read more...

Police investigate alleged thefts

Purdue police are seeking a woman in connection with thefts Monday (Nov. 29) of a wallet and credit cards from two campus buildings. Read more...

Events

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• Purdue Musical Organizations to present 'A Time to Imagine' this weekend