In the spotlight

Disability Resource Center improves and expands services

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is making moves to enhance disability services around campus. Recent behind-the-scenes adjustments, such as changing the caseload assignment system and information storage databases, have streamlined student services. Larger-scale changes are also in the works as part of a plan to integrate DRC services with the overall student experience. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

Blackboard Learn workshops during spring break can help faculty rebuild courses for fall semester

Hands-on workshops introducing faculty to the new Blackboard Learn 9.1 course management system will be offered by ITaP on March 12-15. The sessions will cover the system's essentials, grade book, collaborative tools, assessments and assignments, as well as tools and methods for moving current course content from Blackboard Vista to Blackboard Learn. Read more...

Orders open for Purdue's new top-ranked research supercomputing cluster

Orders for the new Carter Community Cluster are now being taken by ITaP, which plans to have the new supercomputer running in full production in April. Read more...

Nominations invited for Entrepreneurial Leadership Academy

The Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship in Discovery Park is announcing the 2012-13 nomination period for the Entrepreneurial Leadership Academy through April 18. The academy is a professional development program aimed at mid-career or senior faculty. Though commercialization interests are encouraged, faculty do not need to have a technology to commercialize to participate. More information is in a PDF file.

Purdue obituaries

A list of obituaries of recent and retired Purdue faculty and staff is available as a PDF file here.

Research News & Special Reports

Spectroscopic imaging reveals early changes leading to breast tumors

Purdue researchers have created a new imaging technology that reveals subtle changes in breast tissue, representing a potential tool to determine a woman's risk of developing breast cancer and to study ways of preventing the disease. Read more...

General News

Ethics panel, national health leader, other events to celebrate health college

A family fitness fair, ethics panel, fashion show and lecture by the CEO of the American Cancer Society are some of the events to celebrate the College of Health and Human Sciences on March 20-31. Read more...

Purdue Sports

Legends of Mackey Arena: Week 9

Kelly Komara and Chris Kramer were two guards from northern Indiana who played with renowned skill, passion and heart. They have both been selected among the 24 Legends of Mackey Arena. Read more...

For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.

Women's
History Month

Determination. Compassion. Perseverance. These are qualities that create role models out of mothers, mentors and leaders. They set the pace for future generations. Inspiring other women to pursue their passions. Reach their goals. Make a difference. Just like these women who have made their mark at Purdue -- and on the world around us.

Today's profile:
Kate Riley

Events

• This week's events
• Events for the next four weeks

• Direct from Cuba: Sierra Maestra to perform at Purdue

• Purdue students to launch high-altitude balloon

Sites of interest

• Momentum Makers
• Difference Makers
• 5 Students Who ...