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Purdue VP for housing and food services announces retirement

John A. Sautter, Purdue's vice president for housing and food services, announced Wednesday (Jan. 27) that he will retire after serving nearly four decades at the University. His retirement is effective June 30, which is the end of the University's current fiscal year. Read more...

President's Forum postponed

The President’s Forum scheduled for Tuesday (Feb. 2) has been postponed until 1 p.m. Feb. 23 in the South Ballroom, Purdue Memorial Union. President France A. Córdova will present the annual state of the University address. Memo

Pedometers available for 'Walk to the Moon'

Distribution of pedometers for the "Walk to the Moon" challenge will start today. The challenge kicks off Sunday (Jan. 31) and is part of Purdue's new health awareness initiative, Healthy Planet 2010. Read more...

APSAC seeking new members

The Administrative and Professional Staff Advisory Committee is looking for new members to fill six seats that will become vacant in May. Read more...

Japanese cybersecurity firm to visit seeking research ties

The president of a Japanese cybersecurity company that is exploring possible research partnerships with faculty will make a presentation Friday morning (Jan. 29) during a visit at Purdue. Read more...

Research News & Special Reports

Geothermal power could be solution for Indiana's abandoned coal mines

Vacant coal mines in southwest Indiana could once again generate energy, not from coal, but from the water reservoirs now found on their surface and deep underground. Read more...

Perception expert wants fans to see the science behind kicking a football

Chances are the goal posts for kickers from both Super Bowl-bound football teams looked pretty big on Sunday, says a Purdue perception researcher. Read more...

General News

Purdue program to help families deal with grief

Families who have lost a loved one can find help in their grief process through a Purdue program. Read more...

MATHCOUNTS regional to pit students from 11 schools in competition

More than 80 "mathletes" from 11 area middle and junior high schools will test their math skills Feb. 13 at the MATHCOUNTS regional competition at Stewart Center. Read more...

College of Science Summer Institute set for June 20-25

Multicultural Science Programs at Purdue is sponsoring the College of Science Summer Institute for high school students entering grades 10, 11, or 12 in fall 2010. The institute, being held June 20-25, will focus on the theme "Energy Matters" and include many hands-on labs and activities. Read more...