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Did You Know?: The Charles A. Ellis Papers

The true story behind the Golden Gate Bridge, one of the "Seven Wonders of the Modern World," can be found in Purdue Libraries' Archives and Special Collections. In 1922, recent college graduate Charles A. Ellis was brought in to collaborate with engineers working on the bridge that would one day span 1.2 miles of San Francisco's Golden Gate Strait. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

Purdue United Way Campaign raises record amount

Purdue faculty, staff, retirees and students stood united and rose to the challenge this year, helping Purdue raise more than 104 percent of its goal for the United Way Campaign. Read more...

Benefits enrollment information available through recorded presentations

Employees who were unable to attend a live benefits enrollment presentation or who want to review the information again can access recorded presentations around the clock. Read more...

Union's flexible Thanksgiving menu available for order through Friday

Enjoying Thanksgiving's delights doesn't require slaving for hours in the kitchen thanks to Dining Services at Purdue Memorial Union. The "Thanksgiving Meal Order," available through Friday (Nov. 18) for pickup Tuesday or Wednesday (Nov. 22 or 23), offers great choices to fit any situation and number. Read more...

Everyday Wellness: Make the most of the holiday season

The holidays can add to the stresses of everyday living, including the ailing economy and the increasing costs of gas, housing and health care. In an online poll conducted this summer on stress, the American Psychological Association (APA) found that nearly three-quarters of Americans say they already experience stress at levels that exceed what they define as healthy. However, it is important to remember that there are conscious steps you can take to prevent holiday stress and enjoy a much less worried season. Read more...

General News

Old dog learns new tricks in children's economics DVD

Business is a dog-eat-dog world, especially for a pooch with a poor grasp of economics. Read more...

DOE regional clean energy competition open to Purdue students

Purdue students are invited to participate in the first Clean Energy Challenge, a first-in-class business competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy to recognize the top clean-tech entrepreneurs in the Midwest. Read more...

New York OWS crackdown could grow movement, expert says

The police action vacating the Occupy Wall Street encampment in New York City could inspire greater support for the movement, according to Purdue political scientist Laurel Weldon. Read more...

Research News & Special Reports

Researchers in various studies looking for participants

Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. Read more...

Purdue Sports

Final Boiler Bridge Walk set for Friday

The seventh and final Boiler Bridge Walk of the 2011 Purdue football season will begin at 5:40 p.m. Friday at the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge. Read more...

For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.

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