News and notes about Purdue University in Indianapolis

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* Purdue research support is now available for faculty in Indianapolis. Faculty engaged in research now have grant and proposal development support services from Purdue’s Office of Research in advance of the July 1 realignment date.

Faculty may find out more here:

In addition, the Faculty Research Concierge can direct any research-related questions to the right place. Director of Sponsored Program Administration Beth Siple is also available to answer questions.  

* Senior Vice Provost David Umulis will have regular office hours open to faculty and staff who want to discuss future directions in Indianapolis over coffee. The informal meetings will provide time to share creative ideas for Purdue University in Indianapolis. Office hours will take place in the EL building in Indianapolis in room 108. Next week, office hours will be Wednesday, March 6 from 9-9:45 a.m. Then after spring break, beginning on March 19, office hours will be every Tuesday from 10-10:45 a.m. in EL 108 through the spring semester. All academic and research discussions are welcome.

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