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September 6, 2012
In the Spotlight
When it comes to domestic violence cases, Purdue's Detective Sgt. Carrie Costello does more than just make arrests. She connects with victims on a personal level -- which sometimes helps save their lives.
Faculty and staff news
Video of the first President's Forum of the semester will be posted on the Office of the President website by the end of the day. The forum features acting President Tim Sands with a brief look at current key metrics and campus updates and Carol Shelby, senior director of environmental health and public safety, with a presentation titled "Emergency Preparedness: Are We Ready?" The forum is being held from 8 to 9 a.m. today (Sept. 6) in Stewart Center, Room 302.
A new version of Purdue's HUBzero platform for creating online research and education communities includes extensive project coordination and collaboration features, including a file repository with version tracking. The new HUBzero will be released at the HUBbub 2012 conference Sept. 24-25.
The Clerical and Administrative Assistants Mentoring Program (CAAMP) now has intermediate and advanced software training courses with access to certificates of completion.
Human Resources WorkLife Programs is offering a six-week program to assist those with chronic conditions or caring for someone with a chronic condition.
Purdue faculty and staff will receive preferential seating (seating before the general public) at this year's 79th Annual Purdue Christmas Show when they place ticket orders by Sept. 15.
General news
Purdue's College of Engineering graduate program has been ranked second in the country for Hispanic students.
Healthy, sustainable, local and seasonal -- values that describe lunch at the John Purdue Room in Marriott Hall, now open for its second semester in its new location.
People
Elisa Bertino, professor of computer science, has been selected as the new director of Discovery Park's Cyber Center.
Research news
Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants.
Purdue sports
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.
Boilermaker Depot: One-stop online resource for all game-week activities and spirit initiatives.
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