March 27, 2012
In the spotlight
Purdue Profile:
Cheryl Purefoy
Whether she's dealing with printing services, parking, the Purdue Airport or transportation on campus, Cheryl Purefoy's enthusiasm for keeping the University moving bubbles over. Last spring, in addition to her responsibilities as director of printing services, Purefoy became director of the three transportation entities -- Parking, Purdue University Airport and Transportation Service -- which are housed under service enterprises within Physical Facilities. Read more...
Featured News for Employees
Córdova to present State of the University address
Faculty and staff are invited to attend the final President's Forum of the academic year from 9 to 10 a.m. today (March 27) in Purdue Memorial Union, South Ballroom. President France A. Córdova will deliver the annual State of the University address. Read more...
Reception today to honor Purdue president
A reception will be held at 10 a.m. today (March 27) in Purdue Memorial Union, South Ballroom, to honor President France A. Córdova and her leadership at Purdue. The reception, which is open to faculty, staff and retirees, will include a brief program at 10:35 a.m.
Applications sought for Provost's Summer Instructional Innovation Program
The Office of the Provost is accepting applications for the Provost's Summer Instructional Innovation Program. Read more...
Support, resources available to caregivers during lunchtime learning opportunity
Human Resources WorkLife Programs is offering a course to help provide caregivers of aging and disabled loved ones with valuable information. Read more...
Health advocates sought to serve as WorkLife Programs ambassadors
WorkLife Programs is conducting its annual membership drive to recruit WorkLife Programs ambassadors for the West Lafayette campus. The ambassadors help make a difference to create a healthy culture and promote overall health for faculty, staff and retirees. Read more...
Research News & Special Reports
Pass the lycopene: Scientist can protect supplements inside food
A Purdue food scientist has developed a way to encase nutritional supplements in food-based products so that one day consumers might be able to sprinkle vitamins, antioxidants and other beneficial compounds right onto their meals. Read more...
Expert: Holding a gun changes the way people perceive others, objects
Just the act of holding a gun affects a person's perception in a way that makes them more likely to incorrectly perceive others as holding weapons that aren't really there, says a Purdue perception expert. Read more...
General News
Discovery Park to mark 10 years of innovation with
four Discovery Lectures in April
Purdue will celebrate Discovery Park's contributions to the University's interdisciplinary research efforts with a series of
co-sponsored lectures in April focused on entrepreneurship, conservation and addressing challenging global problems through innovation. Read more...
Database of global economic information is expanded
A database of worldwide economic information used to evaluate trade agreements between nations has been expanded to include data from 15 more countries in an updated version released by Purdue. Read more...
Purdue Sports
Hummel earns AP All-America honors
Purdue senior forward Robbie Hummel added to his long list of basketball accolades Monday when the Associated Press recognized him as an honorable mention All-American. Read more...
Legends of Mackey Arena: Week 12
Camille Cooper and Robbie Hummel were two of the most dependable Boilermakers and were the cornerstones for their respective teams whenever times got tough. They have both been selected among the 24 Legends of Mackey Arena. Read more...
Baseball opening final home season at Lambert Field
Purdue's 16-4 baseball team will play its first five home games in the next six days, starting at 4 p.m. today (March 27) against Louisville. Both teams are nationally ranked. Read more...
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.
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Women's
History Month
Determination. Compassion. Perseverance. These are qualities that create role models out of mothers, mentors and leaders. They set the pace for future generations. Inspiring other women to pursue their passions. Reach their goals. Make a difference. Just like these women who have made their mark at Purdue -- and on the world around us.
Today's profile:
Katy Thompson
Events
• This week's events
• Events for the next four weeks
• Tapia to speak at Purdue's inaugural Presidential Diversity Lecture
• Expert to speak about Golden Gate Bridge, which turns 75
• 'The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankestein' coming in April
Sites of interest
• Momentum Makers
• Difference Makers
• 5 Students Who ...
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