In the spotlight

Tina Parker is the manager of Boiler Television, the University's closed-circuit cable system. BTV provides more than 50 cable channels and other television services to more than 7,500 outlets on campus. (Purdue University photo/Mark Simons)

Did You Know?: Boiler Television

Boiler Television (BTV), the University's closed-circuit cable system, provides more than 50 cable channels and other television services to more than 7,500 outlets on campus. Read more...

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Featured News for Employees

Córdova to present State of the University address

Faculty and staff are invited to attend the final President's Forum of the academic year from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday (March 27) in Purdue Memorial Union, South Ballroom. President France A. Córdova will deliver the annual State of the University address. At the conclusion of the forum, a reception will be held to honor Córdova and her leadership at Purdue. Read more...

Reminder: All SAP systems, including GM AIMS, unavailable for a portion of Saturday

The SAP system will be unavailable for up to four hours between 6 and 10 a.m. Saturday (March 24) while ITaP makes a copy of the production instance. Read more...

Mixable aids in online 'treasure hunt' for statistical references

A large part of continuing lecturer Ellen Gundlach's goal for her Statistics 113 class is to help her students become savvy statistics consumers. Since incorporating Mixable -- an easy-to-use collaboration tool that integrates with students' use of Facebook, Twitter and other social media applications -- into her curriculum, Gundlach has been better able to track student activity toward that end and provide feedback outside of regular class time. Read more...

Research News & Special Reports

Expectations, exhaustion can lead mothers to
post-adoption stress

Fatigue and unrealistic expectations of parenthood may help contribute to post-adoption depression in women, according to a Purdue study. Read more...

General News

Purdue plans Graduation Student Appreciation Week April 2-7

Purdue is planning several events April 2-7 to celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week. Read more...

Purdue to hold free hearing, speech and language screenings

Purdue's M.D. Steer Audiology and Speech-Language Clinics are offering free hearing, speech and language screenings on April 4. Read more...

Purdue Sports

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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:
Denise Bradford

Events

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• Purdue defense institute plans research summit

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