July 2, 2012
In the spotlight
Health-driven center looks
at controls of feeding
The old saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" originated a couple centuries ago when food options were simpler. Today's consumers have almost unlimited choices; that same apple today may come pre-sliced, pureed, or juiced. What sounds more appetizing, the crunch of a fresh apple or a warm glass of apple cider? How does the form of the food alter its nutritional value, and if a person has a preference, what difference would it make?
Purdue Alumnus magazine highlights how Purdue faculty are trying to understand these aspects of eating, especially in the context of the nation's growing obesity problem, at the Ingestive Behavior Research Center. Read more...
Featured News for Employees
Update: Traffic, parking disruptions
Here are notes on some current and upcoming disruptions on or near the West Lafayette campus. Read more...
WorkLife class aims to help employees deal with stress
Human Resources WorkLife Programs is offering a class to encourage employees struggling with difficult times. Read more...
Nutrition counseling available through WorkLife Programs
WorkLife Programs offers free nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian. Read more...
Upgrade to Exchange Server 2010 will improve Web access, self-service tools
An upcoming campus-wide upgrade to Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 will enable Purdue's Outlook users to better manage email from most Web browsers, while providing new search functionalities and other tools that can reduce the burden of inbox overload. Read more...
Purdue Wi-Fi users asked to update settings to prevent service disruption
A change in the security certificate for the Purdue Wi-Fi service, Purdue Air Link (PAL), should help better protect users against phishing attempts from individuals trying to collect username and password information from an unauthorized wireless access point. Read more...
Policy updates: Per diem rates while on University business
The Travel Department has revised two travel policies regarding per diem payments while on University business. Read more...
University Senate minutes available
The minutes for the April 23 University Senate meeting are
available here.
Fourth of July celebration to be held in downtown Lafayette
The local Stars & Stripes Celebration will be July 4 at Riehle Plaza, Second and Main streets in downtown Lafayette, and on the adjacent John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge and in Tapawingo Park in West Lafayette if weather conditions allow. Music by Lafayette Citizens Band at Riehle Plaza will start at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks at dusk (about 10 p.m.).
Purdue Today schedule change
Purdue Today will reduce its publishing schedule during the week of the July Fourth holiday. It will be published today (July 2) and then will resume publishing twice each week beginning July 9.
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.
People
Kane named inaugural director of LGBTQ Center at Purdue
Lowell Kane has been appointed director of Purdue's Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Center, university officials announced today (July 2). Read more...
General News
Gift for the president
Joan Fulton, associate department head and professor of agricultural economics and past chair of the University Senate, presents a quilt to President France A. Córdova in her office last week. The quilt, which Fulton made, was signed by Senate members.
Environmental Health and Public Safety sees partial reorganization
A partial reorganization of the Environmental Health and Public Safety (EHPS) unit within Physical Facilities went into effect on June 1. Read more...
Evidence of life on Mars could come from Martian moon
A mission to a Martian moon could return with alien life, according to experts at Purdue, but don't expect the invasion scenario presented by summer blockbusters like "Men in Black 3" or "Prometheus." Read more...
Purdue Extension starts website for information on drought
Purdue Extension has created a website that provides information and resources to help homeowners, community leaders and farmers manage issues involving the worsening drought in Indiana. Read more...
Delaware County program wins Purdue award
TEAMwork for Quality Living, a life skills program that serves Delaware County, has received the 11th annual Purdue University Inspiring Families and Building Communities Award. Read more...
Research News & Special Reports
Adoption of advanced techniques could propel crop improvement
Scientists could take greater strides toward crop improvement if there were wider adoption of advanced techniques used to understand the mechanisms that allow plants to adapt to their environments, current and former Purdue researchers say. Read more...
Purdue Sports
Purdue baseball nationally ranked in top 25 in national polls
Purdue baseball finished the 2012 season nationally ranked among the Top 25 in all four major national polls: Baseball America, Collegiate Baseball, the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association and USA Today/ESPN (coaches). Read more...
Purdue football volunteers at PALS camp
The Purdue football team spent Wednesday (June 27) volunteering with the Purdue Athletes Life Success (PALS) program, teaching the kids the finer points of football. A video about their experience is here.
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.
|
Events
• This week's events
• Events for the next four weeks
• PMU's summer concerts to offer dinner, music options
Sites of interest
• Momentum Makers
• Difference Makers
• 5 Students Who ...
|
