In the spotlight

Scholarships office boosts students' chances at big awards

Purdue Profiles:
Dan Carpenter

Nothing is more rewarding to Dan Carpenter than watching the success of those he's helped through Purdue's Student Access, Transition and Success (SATS) Programs Department. Carpenter, as associate director of SATS, helps students prepare for, navigate and achieve during their studies at Purdue. A 22-year U.S. Army veteran and the former head of Purdue's Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, Carpenter brings a special brand of leadership and compassion to his job. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

Long term care insurance offers ways to help keep pace with inflation

Employees who decide to participate in Purdue's new long term care (LTC) insurance benefit will choose an inflation protection option when they enroll. The initial enrollment period ends April 30. Read more...

Nominations sought for Web Accessibility Awards

The Office of Institutional Equity is seeking nominations for the 2012 Web Accessibility Awards. Read more...

Purdue Today special issue

A special Board of Trustees issue of Purdue Today will be sent Friday (April 13) at the conclusion of the board's scheduled meeting. The agenda for the meeting is available on the Board of Trustees website.

General News

Help wanted: Job searching grads can employ website for resume tips

If you are a college student preparing to begin your job search with just one version of your résumé in hand, you could be making a mistake, says a Purdue writing expert. Read more...

Purdue to use new roommate matching application

Purdue Housing and Food Services has announced the use of the service RoomSync, a Facebook application that allows students to select their own roommate. Read more...