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News for faculty and staffOctober 15, 2009IN THE SPOTLIGHTResidence life manager enjoys variety, excitement of role
There's no such thing as a typical day in the life of a residence life manager at Purdue's residence halls, and that's exactly why Kelley Wood loves her job. "You never know what's going to happen or who's going to walk in the door," says Wood, who worked as an RLM at Shreve Hall last year. "A student may come to you with a problem they need help with or to share something good that's happened to them, or there may be some type of crisis or emergency. That's what makes it exciting. This job is never, ever boring." More FEATURED NEWS FOR EMPLOYEESPurdue plant breeder, geneticist to receive World Food PrizeGebisa Ejeta didn't set out to receive worldwide acclaim for his agricultural research. The Purdue University Distinguished Professor of Agronomy's sole focus was on helping fellow Africans -- especially those in his native Ethiopia -- grow enough food to feed themselves. MoreFlu shot coupons endingFlu shot coupons are coming to an end sooner than expected. Maxim Health Systems, the vendor partnering with WorkLife Programs, is working with retail locations (CVS, Marsh, Target) to provide seasonal flu shots in the community. Due to unexpected challenges in the production and distribution of seasonal flu vaccine, Maxim's retail programs will be ending by Oct. 22. More ITaP soliciting collaborative and cross-disciplinary technology projects from facultyITaP is offering a competitive grants program to fund innovative technology projects that aim to improve instructional quality and effectiveness. ITaP will fund up to $120,000 on projects using social media, collaboration, simulation, gaming, mobility, user-generated content, and more. More Money Smart Week: Tip of the dayToday's tip goes along with the Money Smart Week presentation "Financial Midlife Issues and Asset Protection," taking place from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. in Room 313, Stewart Center. The tip: The ever-changing economic environment will dramatically impact our financial well-being for the rest of our lives. Now is the time to take steps to protect your hard-earned assets. Learn ways to protect your assets and sources to help you stay informed of upcoming changes. More * Also today: Faculty and staff are invited to stop by the Stewart Center lobby (below the mural) to learn fun facts and to test their financial fitness. RESEARCH STUDIESResearchers in various studies looking for participantsHere is a list of research studies that currently are looking for study participants. More GENERAL NEWSWBAA's pledge Power Hour set to go with added cloutThe power of WBAA public radio's pledge drive-opening Power Hour has doubled. All pledges made during the Power Hour, which is 7-8 a.m. Friday, will be matched dollar for dollar thanks to member listeners who have pledged matching funds. More Deborah Butterfield bronze horse sculpture to be installed
The Deborah Butterfield sculpture, which will not be named until it is installed, will be located at the intersection of Sheetz and Wood streets. The installation is expected to begin around 10 a.m. Monday (Oct. 19). More PURDUE SPORTSMen's basketball schedule finalizedThe Purdue men's basketball team finalized its 2009-10 slate on Wednesday with the announcement that it will face Ball State in the John R. Wooden Tradition on Dec. 19, and welcome Buffalo to Mackey Arena on Dec. 5 in BSU's original slot on the schedule. More CALENDAR AND EVENTSToday's eventsHere is a list of events happening Thursday, Oct. 15, at the West Lafayette campus. More Events this weekHere is a list of events happening Oct. 12-18 at the West Lafayette campus. More Is organic food consumers' best choice? Purdue students to debatePurdue's College of Agriculture will host the fifth annual Townsend Debate on Oct. 29, when students will argue whether organic food is a better choice for consumers. MoreCórdova, student organization presidents to be recognizedThe 10th annual Presidents Dinner will take place Nov. 1 in the Purdue Memorial Union North Ballroom. More How to submit items to Purdue Today Sign up for Purdue Today: https://lists.purdue.edu/mailman/listinfo/ptnews Problems? Purdue Today: (765) 494-9573; purduetoday@purdue.edu |
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