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May 14, 2012

In the spotlight

HFS workers preparing Spring Fling fare

As Purdue employees look forward to Spring Fling on Thursday, more than 20 Housing and Food Services workers are toiling to ensure that the event's lunch is prepared and served successfully. Michael Ellis, assistant operations manager in the Central Production Kitchen in Meredith Hall, says more than 20 workers will make the 4,000 turkey sandwiches, 2,500 ham sandwiches and 500 vegetable sandwiches needed. The work will take place today, Tuesday and Thursday. Read more...

Food drive to take place during Spring Fling

On Thursday during Spring Fling, the Purdue University Retirees Association (PURA) once again will sponsor a food drive to benefit surrounding communities. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

SSOF lab will close for Spring Fling

Purdue's Tier 1 lab located in the State Street Office Facility (SSOF) will close at 11:30 a.m. Thursday (May 17) because of Spring Fling. The lab will be open 7-11:30 a.m. Read more...

WorkLife Programs offering two upcoming webinars

To meet the needs of staff in remote locations and those unable to leave their desks to attend a presentation, WorkLife Programs is offering webinars. Read more...

Update: Traffic, parking disruptions

Here are notes on some current and upcoming disruptions on or near the West Lafayette campus. This information draws on Physical Facilities' recently expanded and reorganized online reports. Read more...

Purdue Today schedule for summer

Purdue Today will reduce its publishing schedule May 14 through Aug. 10. Regular publishing days during the summer will be Monday and Thursday. Daily publication will resume Aug. 13.

This week's 'Thumbs Up' recipients

"Thumbs Up" gives faculty and staff the chance to recognize others on campus for a job well done. Read more...

* Purdue Today would like to hear about those people whose hard work and commitment contribute to the success of the University as well as make Purdue a wonderful environment within which to work. To submit an item for "Thumbs Up," click here.

General News

Córdova statue
unveiled at Union

A bronze bust of President France A. Córdova was unveiled Friday (May 11) in Purdue Memorial Union's Great Hall. The rendering, created by artist John Hebenstreit of Cincinnati and cast by Sincerus Bronze Art Studio of Indianapolis, joins 10 busts of past Purdue presidents in the Union.

Purdue president to graduates: Look back with pride, ahead with passion

President France A. Córdova on Friday (May 11) encouraged graduates to reflect on their many accomplishments and the fun they had in making a difference -- and to eagerly look ahead. Read more...

* 2012 spring commencement photo gallery

People

Appointments, honors and activities

Here is a list of recent appointments and honors for faculty, staff and students. Read more...

Purdue Sports

Purdue baseball captures first Big Ten title since 1909

Lance Breedlove pitched seven innings of one-hit ball, retiring the final 20 batters he faced, and No. 14 Purdue baseball scored in seven consecutive innings to blow out Michigan, 14-3, on Saturday and in the process capture the program's first Big Ten Conference title since 1909. Read more...

* Purdue baseball photo gallery

Bunch, Eber win at Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships

Purdue's Leah Eber repeated as the women's long jump champion, and Boilermaker Dani Bunch won the shot put title at the Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Read more...

Women's golf advances to 13th consecutive NCAA Championships

The 33rd-ranked Purdue women's golf team fired a 294 on Saturday for a three-round total of 902 to finish third at the NCAA Central Regional. The Boilermakers will advance to the 2012 NCAA Championships for the 13th straight season, a feat matched by only two other Division I schools. Read more...

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

Purdue in the News

Bee deaths linked to pesticides
NBC Nightly News

Purdue gets $2.5M for nuclear research projects
CBS News.com

Purdue solar system sculpture to honor astronaut
WTHR

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