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March 29, 2012

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Did You Know?: Purdue in the Arctic

Did You Know?: Purdue in the Arctic

Four members of the Purdue community are spending a month in Barrow, Alaska, as part of a federal project exploring the environmental effects of the Arctic's melting ice. Paul Shepson, professor of chemistry and department head, is a principal investigator in the expedition, which will end April 2. Also traveling from Purdue are Brian Stirm, an aviation maintenance technician; Kerri Pratt, a postdoctoral researcher; and Kyle Custard, a doctoral student. Read more...

* To offer ideas or suggestions for "Did You Know?" future editions, contact Amanda Hamon at ahamon@purdue.edu or 49-61325.

 

Featured News for Employees

University policy update

The Executive Policy Review Group (EPRG) took action on several systemwide policies at its March meeting. Read more...

Purdue police urge walking, riding, driving safety as warmth arrives early

Texting while driving is now against the law in Indiana. Texting while crossing busy streets is not. But it's equally dangerous, says Purdue police Capt. Eric Chin. Read more...

 

Research News & Special Reports

Students develop app to help children with severe autism

Students in a Purdue service-learning program have developed an application for Apple's iPad that helps children with severe autism learn how to communicate. Read more...

Researchers in various studies looking for participants

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

 

General News

Spring weather outlook: It's a good one, at least for short term

The weather pattern that has brought unseasonable warmth to Indiana and kept the state relatively dry since January is expected to stay for a while longer yet, the Indiana State Climate Office says. Read more...

Purdue zipTrips earns Agriculture 2012 Team Award

A program that takes field trips to the classrooms of thousands of elementary and middle school students across the country has been selected to receive this year's Purdue Agriculture Team Award. Read more...

Historic audio to be featured during WBAA's April 4 pledge drive

WBAA Public Radio from Purdue will have its One Day Spring Pledge Drive from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 4 on AM 920's 90th anniversary. Read more...

Purdue forms student flight safety organization

Purdue is forming the first student chapter of the Flight Safety Foundation. Read more...

5 interview missteps could kill our job chance

All applicants will have the technical skills needed for the job; it will be little things that count and set people apart. There are five ways candidates might blow chances at a dream job, says Purdue etiquette expert Anthony Cawdron. Read more...

 

Purdue Sports

Boilermakers collect 51 winter Academic All-Big Ten awards

The Big Ten Conference recognized a total of 616 student-athletes, including 51 at Purdue, on Wednesday, unveiling the 2012 winter Academic All-Conference team. Read more...
 
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.

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.

Jennifer Jeffries
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