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August 18, 2008In the spotlight
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Purdue shines on its day at the state fair Purdue Day at the Indiana State Fair was Friday, Aug. 15. Fair visitors got a closer look at the University's schools, departments and achievements through more than 50 tents and exhibits. More |
FEATURED NEWS FOR EMPLOYEES
Emergency siren test set for today during Boiler Gold Rush
Purdue will test its all-hazards emergency warning sirens today (Aug. 18) during an orientation for new students, said Ron Wright, director of campus emergency preparedness and planning. MoreUpdate: Traffic, parking disruptions
Here are notes on some current and upcoming disruptions on campus. MoreCAMPUS NEWS
Purdue strikes balance between space needs, environment
Students returning to Purdue this fall may notice several trees have been removed as part of the Mechanical Engineering Building construction project, but what may be less noticeable is that, despite the removal of some trees, the campus area is a greener place than it was last spring. MoreArmy ROTC to hold orientation for cadets
Purdue's Boiler Battalion will hold Zero Week starting today (Aug. 18) to familiarize new cadets to the University's Army ROTC program. MorePurdue urges caution when seeking scholarships, financial aid
Purdue students and parents should be cautious when applying for scholarships and requesting financial aid through offers found online, says the University's executive director of the Division of Financial Aid. MoreResident assistants to aid Indiana flood victims
Nearly 300 resident assistants from University Residences this week (Aug. 19-20) will help clean up homes and property near Monticello, Ind., that were damaged by floods earlier this year. MoreOrientation to welcome, inform international students
Purdue is making plans to welcome as many as 1,350 international students to campus with a variety of activities before classes start Aug. 25. MoreOrientation begins for beginning, transfer adult students
Purdue's Span Plan Adult Student Services will offer an orientation session today (Aug. 18) for beginning and transfer adult, nontraditional students. MorePEOPLE
Appointments, honors and activities
Here is a list of recent appointments, honors and promotions for faculty and staff. More
Statewide Technology News
Barbara J. Alder has been selected as the new director of the Purdue University College of Technology at Anderson/Muncie. More
Outstanding women in agriculture recognized by Purdue
Two women were recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication to agriculture in Indiana by receiving the Women in Agriculture awards on Friday (Aug. 15) during a ceremony at the Indiana State Fair. MoreCALENDAR AND EVENTS
Events this week
Here is a list of events happening Aug. 18-24 at the West Lafayette campus. More
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