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February 7, 2014 In the Spotlight
Did You Know?: Battery BIn the summer of 1916, members of Purdue's Battery B, a precursor to the ROTC program, were sent to Texas to secure the border against Mexican revolutionaries. Established in November 1914 as a part of federally established artillery batteries at state universities, Battery B was a unit in the Indiana National Guard. Faculty and staff newsUsers groups to discuss latest technology, share software tipsFaculty and staff who want to stay abreast of the latest developments in educational technology, learn about advanced software features, and consult with technology experts are encouraged to attend ITaP's spring users group meetings scheduled in February. President's Forum to feature look at future of campus planningThe Purdue community is encouraged to join President Mitch Daniels for a President's Forum on Thursday (Feb. 13) in the South Ballroom, Purdue Memorial Union. The forum, scheduled for 8-9 a.m., will focus on the West Lafayette campus master plan. Provost search committee seeking faculty, staff inputThe provost search committee would like to remind the Purdue community to submit nominations of individuals they think should be considered for the position of executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Nominations should be directed to Timothy Zwier, search committee chair, at zwier@purdue.edu, or to search committee members, who are listed here. Nominations and comments also may be sent through a confidential email account at provostsearch@purdue.edu. General newsPurdue startup competition offers funding to student entrepreneursNearly $15,000 will be given to Purdue student entrepreneurs who place in the top spots of the eight-week startup competition The Boiler: Purdue Mini-Accelerator Competition. Prof says bad movies find their place during awards seasonCritically acclaimed has a new meaning as bad movies get their own spotlight and find an unusually dedicated fan base, says a Purdue expert. Research newsExpert says peacocks' legs, lower feathers and dance attract most attention during courtshipAlthough peacocks are famous for tall tail feathers with colorful eyespots, an expert says peahens look lower when sizing up a male and that dance moves may give a suitor an edge. Purdue sportsFor more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com. |
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