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Purdue earns Bee Campus USA designation for 2026

May 7, 2026

Robin Ridgway is the director of Environmental Health and Safety Compliance. In this role, she ensures Purdue University is compliant with state and federal environmental regulations. She also manages the university’s hazardous waste program.

Competitive spirit fuels personal hobbies for AO’s director of Environmental Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance

April 27, 2026

Students sitting on grass at Purdue Farmers Market smiling at the camera.

Purdue Farmers Market scheduled to resume May 7

April 16, 2026

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United flights through Purdue University Airport carry 17,500+ passengers since August

March 25, 2026

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West Lafayette

Elliott Hall of Music ceiling tile replacement project set to begin in June

Beginning June 9, work will begin on a project to replace 90-year-old ceiling tile in Elliott Hall of Music. Large amounts of scaffolding will be set up in Elliott Hall of Music. As a result, summer and winter graduation ceremonies…

May 13, 2026

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West Lafayette

Nimitz Drive scheduled to close this summer for repairs

Nimitz Drive, just west of S. Martin Jischke Drive, is scheduled to close May 18 to facilitate repair work. The closure is expected to last through early August. The Discovery Park Lot entrance off of Nimitz Drive will be periodically closed…

May 7, 2026

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West Lafayette

South Russell Street impacts to remain in place through summer months

Southbound South Russell Street, just south of Mitch Daniels Boulevard, will remain closed for construction on the Nursing and Pharmacy Education Building this summer. South Russell Street will only be open to northbound traffic through December when the project is expected…

April 30, 2026

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West Lafayette

Sidewalk closures near Hicks Undergraduate Library scheduled over summer

The sidewalks surrounding Hicks Undergraduate Library will be closed in phases this summer to facilitate masonry work. These sidewalk closures will be in place until Aug. 7. Additionally, library entrances will be closed in phases to facilitate the work. Two…

April 30, 2026

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West Lafayette

Plan ahead for summer Wood Street Parking Garage closure

The Wood Street Parking Garage will close on Monday, May 18 to facilitate repair work over the summer. It is expected to reopen ahead of the fall semester in August. Faculty, staff, select students and campus visitors should plan ahead…

April 30, 2026

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West Lafayette

Restrictions scheduled along Mitch Daniels Boulevard and Sheetz Street for Daniels School of Business project

Restrictions will remain in place along Sheetz Street as construction on the new facility for the Daniels School of Business continues. Northbound lane and sidewalk restrictions are scheduled during the summer months to continue work. In addition, on May 18,…

April 30, 2026

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New branded PowerPoint templates now available

Purdue Brand Studio has shared new Purdue-branded PowerPoint templates for the campus community to download and utilize. The templates are now available on the AO Intranet. They include approved brand fonts, colors and logos, ensuring presentations are polished, consistent and on-brand.

May 13, 2026

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Computer network in several buildings will be unavailable overnight May 18-19

The computer network, including computers, printers and monitoring devices, in several campus buildings and facilities will be unavailable overnight Monday (May 18) and Tuesday (May 19) for maintenance. The scheduled maintenance will take place from 10 p.m. through 6 a.m….

May 13, 2026

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Elliott Hall of Music (Photo by Purdue University/Rebecca Wilcox)

Elliott Hall of Music ceiling tile replacement project set to begin in June

May 13, 2026

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East Terrace crowded with people watching the stage with tent and band performing.

Free Summer Concert Series returning to Purdue Memorial Union on June 5

The Purdue Memorial Union will again host its free summer concert series every Friday evening throughout the months of June and July, except the week of July 4. Live music will be played from 6 to 8 p.m. on the…

May 7, 2026

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Students ordering at Zen counter in the Atlas Family Marketplace.

Purdue Food Co. retail dining services to be limited over summer

Purdue Food Co. has announced limited summer hours for several retail dining locations across campus, including the Atlas Family Marketplace on the ground floor of the Purdue Memorial Union. These changes take effect Saturday, May 9, and will remain in…

May 7, 2026

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Purdue earns Bee Campus USA designation for 2026

Purdue has once again been recognized as a Bee Campus USA affiliate for 2026, reaffirming its commitment to creating and maintaining a campus environment that supports pollinators such as bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. The Bee Campus USA designation…

May 7, 2026

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Nimitz Drive scheduled to close this summer for repairs

May 7, 2026

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Highlighting community services this National Police Week

Along with providing 24/7 emergency services, the Purdue University Police Department offers outreach programs and other safety services. Some of the department’s outreach programs include verbal de-escalation training, active threat training and K-9 demonstrations. Safety services offered include fingerprinting, electronic…

May 6, 2026

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Police department to offer ‘Prepared at Purdue’ training on May 29

The Purdue University Police Department is offering free, in-person “Prepared At Purdue” training on Friday, May 29 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The training consists of sessions for verbally de-escalating tense situations, responding to potential active shooter/threat events, and rendering aid…

May 4, 2026

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Recognizing our dedicated fire department on International Firefighters’ Day

The firefighters, paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who make up the Purdue University Fire Department (PUFD) are integral to our campus community, delivering around-the clock emergency services. Monday (May 4) is International Firefighters’ Day, which provides the perfect opportunity…

May 1, 2026

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This image shows construction progress for the Daniels School of Business as of April 2026.

Restrictions scheduled along Mitch Daniels Boulevard and Sheetz Street for Daniels School of Business project

April 30, 2026

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The Purdue University Police Department regularly offers verbal de-escalation training.

Free Verbal De-escalation training available in May

The Purdue Police Department is offering free Verbal De-escalation training during the month of May. “Verbal De-escalation” is a two-hour PowerPoint presentation. The objective is to teach skills to help attendees learn to remain calm and react more effectively when…

April 30, 2026

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Featured

Purdue earns Bee Campus USA designation for 2026

Competitive spirit fuels personal hobbies for AO’s director of Environmental Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance

Purdue Farmers Market scheduled to resume May 7

United flights through Purdue University Airport carry 17,500+ passengers since August

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Elliott Hall of Music ceiling tile replacement project set to begin in June

Nimitz Drive scheduled to close this summer for repairs

South Russell Street impacts to remain in place through summer months

Sidewalk closures near Hicks Undergraduate Library scheduled over summer

Plan ahead for summer Wood Street Parking Garage closure

Restrictions scheduled along Mitch Daniels Boulevard and Sheetz Street for Daniels School of Business project

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New branded PowerPoint templates now available

Computer network in several buildings will be unavailable overnight May 18-19

Elliott Hall of Music ceiling tile replacement project set to begin in June

Free Summer Concert Series returning to Purdue Memorial Union on June 5

Purdue Food Co. retail dining services to be limited over summer

Purdue earns Bee Campus USA designation for 2026

Nimitz Drive scheduled to close this summer for repairs

Highlighting community services this National Police Week

Police department to offer ‘Prepared at Purdue’ training on May 29

Recognizing our dedicated fire department on International Firefighters’ Day

Restrictions scheduled along Mitch Daniels Boulevard and Sheetz Street for Daniels School of Business project

Free Verbal De-escalation training available in May

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