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September 13, 2012
In the Spotlight
"Hail Purdue," the University's official fight song and one of the most frequently played tunes on campus, is one century old this year. The song dates to 1912, when a student named James Morrison endeavored to come up with a song that could inspire and champion the University community.
Faculty and staff news
The Office of Institutional Equity and Human Resources are preparing for the annual affirmative action plan. A part of this preparation is an audit of self-identification data for all employees.
APSAC is now accepting applications for its individual professional development grants.
General news
Corn and soybean yield projections decreased Wednesday (Sept. 12) amid drought effects, but Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt said they didn't drop as much as expected compared with the August report.
Purdue and Indiana University Health Arnett on Wednesday (Sept. 12) announced a joint clinical research study on colorectal cancer, focused on broadening participation from patients in more rural parts of the state.
Digital badges, icons that represent academic achievements or skills smaller than a college degree, are an increasingly popular way for universities to acknowledge the breadth of student learning.
Research news
Teenagers and young adults are less likely to smoke when faced with restaurant smoking bans and minimum tobacco-purchase ages in Europe, according to new research by a Purdue sociologist.
Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants.
Purdue sports
The second Boiler Bridge Walk and pep rally of the 2012 Purdue football season are set for Friday.
Purdue baseball will host an open house at Alexander Field on Sept. 22, giving fans an opportunity to select their seat location for season tickets at the program's new stadium.
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.
Boilermaker Depot: One-stop online resource for all game-week activities and spirit initiatives.
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