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August 13, 1999 JOURNALISTS: Here's a story idea and a list of Purdue events during the next few weeks. Purdue Technology Center dedication planned The second business incubator constructed within the Purdue Research Park -- the Purdue Technology Center -- will be unveiled Wednesday, Aug. 25, during an open house and dedication ceremony. Journalists are invited to gather at the facility, at 3000 Kent Avenue, by 3:30 p.m. for an opportunity to ask questions. The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. Purdue dignitaries will be joined by Indiana Gov. Frank O'Bannon, several state lawmakers, and by Dinah Adkins, executive director of the National Business Incubation Association. The 60,000-square-foot center serves as a business incubator by housing very-early stage companies and providing on-site management and a full array of business planning, management and financial services. CONTACT: Greg Zawisza, Office of University Relations, (765) 494-2086; greg_zawisza@purdue.edu Events Sunday-Thursday, Aug. 15-19. Boiler Gold Rush, a new-student orientation program sponsored by the Office of Admissions. Approximately 2,700 first-time Purdue students will move into residence halls early, participate in campus tours and learn about Purdue traditions during the program. For example, they will visit Ross-Ade Stadium from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 16, for an introduction to the history of intercollegiate athletics at Purdue and to learn to sing "Hail Purdue." CONTACTS: Kristen Pavelka, Office of Admissions, (765) 494-1272; kp@purdue.edu, or Storie Preo, Office of Admissions, (765) 496-6535; sdpreo@adms.purdue.edu Wednesday, Aug. 18. Reception for students from Jefferson High School in Lafayette who have completed a year-long project of painting murals in and around the basement of the Purdue Memorial Union. The murals depict eight famous alumni; the Boilermaker Special complete with a train car for each Purdue school; a large license plate; and several buildings on campus. The reception will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Development Services offices in the basement of the Purdue Memorial Union. CONTACT: Lesley Atkinson, director of gift acknowledgment and stewardship, (765) 494-1976 Thursday Aug. 19. Go West, new-student orientation activity featuring live bands, the Boilermaker Special, games, and a 500-foot banana split, will run from 4 p.m. to midnight at the Purdue West Shopping Center. CONTACT: Kristen Pavelka, Office of Admissions, (765) 494-1272; kp@purdue.edu Friday, Aug. 20. Move-in day for most students who will live in Purdue residence halls. Classes will begin Monday, Aug. 23. CONTACT: Lisa Metzloff, director of residence life, (765) 494-1000; lmt@purdue.edu Saturday, Aug. 21. Welcoming parade and President's Gala for new students. Parade starts at 6:10 p.m. at Windsor Residence Hall and concludes at Hovde Hall. President Steven C. Beering will welcome the new students at 7 p.m. in Elliott Hall of Music. Parents are welcome. CONTACT: Storie Preo, Office of Admissions, (765) 496-6535; sdpreo@adms.purdue.edu Thursday, Aug. 26. Black Cultural Center Boilerfest. 4 p.m. Black Cultural Center, 1100 Third St. Open house for new students will provide food, music and information. CONTACT: Renee Thomas, (765) 494-3092; rathomas@hfs.purdue.edu Friday, Aug. 27 . Main Event and Activities Carnival. 10 a.m.-1 a.m. Purdue Memorial Union and Stewart Center. More than 100 student organizations will have displays and booths, and a variety of entertainment will be presented. CONTACT: Purdue Student Union Board, (765) 494-8976. Purdue News Service: (765) 494-2096; purduenews@purdue.edu To the Purdue News and Photos Page