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June 27, 1997
JOURNALISTS: Here's a story idea and some newsworthy Purdue-related events during
the next two weeks.
Road trips: No joy in the journey for most
If you travel this Independence Day weekend, chances are you'll do it by car and may
not enjoy the experience. In a survey by American Demographics, 89 percent of respondents
listed something that bothered them about road trips. Among the unpleasantries were traffic jams, mechanical breakdowns, impatient kids and boredom. "There are steps
you can take to help reduce some of the hassles of long car trips," says Alastair
Morrison, professor of restaurant, hotel, institutional and tourism management. "Involve
the kids in planning the trip and they may be more cooperative along the way," he
suggests. He says the Internet offers many trip-planning resources that children
will enjoy. "Give yourself enough time so that you can stop at sights along the way
that the kids help pick out," he says. He says you also can entertain youngsters during the
ride with a TV and video player. CONTACT: Morrison, (765) 494-7905;
e-mail, alastair@vm.cc.purdue.edu
Events
Through July 12.
Camp Calcium with African-American girls ages 11 to 13 for a study on racial differences
in bone structure. Girls participate in camp-like activities while researchers study
their calcium intake and retention. CONTACT: Connie Weaver, professor of foods and nutrition, or Berdine Martin, research associate in foods and nutrition, (765) 494-6559.
Friday, July 4.
Stars and Stripes Concert. 6 p.m. Slayter Center of Performing Arts. Tippecanoe County's
annual July Fourth celebration begins with the Purdue Jazz Band. The Lafayette Symphony
Orchestra takes the stage at 7:15 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled for approximately 9:25 p.m. CONTACT: Greg Zawisza, director of special projects in the office of
University Relations, (765) 494-2086.
July 13-18 and July 20-25.
Seminar for Top Engineering Prospects. The one-week seminars give incoming high school
seniors a chance to find out more about the educational and career opportunities
in engineering. Participants engage in lab demonstrations, computer classes, plant
tours, engineering projects and many social activities. CONTACT: Chris Murray, Department
of Freshmen Engineering, (765) 494-3976.
Purdue News Service: (765) 494-2096; e-mail, purduenews@purdue.edu
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