September 18, 2018

Faculty and Staff News

Feedback sought, listening sessions scheduled regarding digital learning environment

Faculty, staff and students at all Purdue campuses are invited to share their thoughts, concerns and needs about the University's next learning management system at a series of listening session events scheduled throughout the fall semester.

In the Spotlight

Purdue to alumni: Share your own 'Giant Leaps' video

Astronaut Andrew J. "Drew" Feustel is just one Purdue alumnus chronicling his giant leaps in a new video feature celebrating the University's 150th anniversary. Feustel's "Take Your Giant Leap" video was made during his time on the International Space Station. Leading up to Saturday's Homecoming, Purdue will share videos by influential alumni on Earth such as quarterback Drew Brees, World Food Prize winner Akinwumi Ayodeji Adesina, and businesswoman Beth Brooke-Marciniak.

* Homecoming and a happy 150th birthday to Purdue: Full week of activities to kick off yearlong Giant Leaps festival

Additional News

Research

• From Terminator to household tech: Researchers work to add function to 3D-printed objects

General

• Liberal Arts at Purdue streamlines degree options, enhances value

• Veterinary Medicine using grant to establish national academy to increase diversity in profession and address veterinarian shortages

• State Street seating areas available for sponsorship

• Grants available to students for community service projects

Purdue in the News

Here is a sampling of recent news reports about Purdue from media across the nation and the world.

• Chicago Tribune: Lake Michigan is warming. A new report says that could mean big trouble for fish

• Archaeology News Network: A mighty Egyptian fortress revealed

• Indianapolis Business Journal: Purdue offers expertise that fuels growth for Indiana wineries

• Indianapolis Business Journal: Broadband blitz to lift economy, study says

Events


	Don't Miss It! Lectures and Guest Speakers This week's events Events for the next four weeks Ongoing series and opportunities Deadlines for faculty and staff

• Lockheed Martin CTO to discuss 'Innovations on the Horizon of Flight'

• ICAN founder to speak about healing role of assistance dogs at public lecture

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