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October 2, 2012 In the Spotlight
Purdue Profiles: Tim LuzaderTim Luzader, director of the Center for Career Opportunities, says he loves his job for the variety and the sense of service he feels in helping students transition to the world of work. CCO assists students in their career decision-making and job search processes. Foundations of ExcellenceFoE implementation: Academic integrationEditor's note: This is the second in a five-part series focusing on how Foundations of Excellence recommendations will be implemented across campus. Faculty and staff newsVideo of today's President's Forum to be available onlineVideo of today's President's Forum will be posted on the Office of the President website by the end of the day. The forum features opening remarks from acting President Tim Sands and a four-person, faculty-led panel discussion about Purdue online education models and alternatives. Mary Sadowski, dean of Purdue Extended Campus, moderates the discussion. The forum is being held from 8 to 9 a.m. today (Oct. 2) in Stewart Center, Fowler Hall. Purdue recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month with workshopsThe Office of Institutional Equity is offering several learning opportunities in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This year's theme is "A Strong Workforce is an Inclusive Workforce: What Can YOU Do?" Session to offer education on diabetic retinopathyPurdue employees may learn about what causes diabetic retinopathy, how it's diagnosed, and the treatment options available at a WorkLife Programs class on Monday (Oct. 8). CLA Interdisciplinary Programs and Community Engagement Fair set for WednesdayFaculty and students are invited to attend the College of Liberal Arts Interdisciplinary Programs and Community Engagement Fair being held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday (Oct. 3) in Purdue Memorial Union, Room 118. Research news
Purdue-designed molecule one step closer to possible Alzheimer's treatmentA new molecule designed to treat Alzheimer's disease has significant promise and is potentially the safest to date, according to researchers. Purdue professor Arun Ghosh designed the molecule, which is a highly potent beta-secretase inhibitor with unique features that ensure it goes only to its target and does not affect healthy physiological processes, he said. Purdue to lead FAA center on general aviationPurdue has been chosen as a lead institution for a new Federal Aviation Administration Air Transportation Center of Excellence for general aviation. General newsDay camp one highlight of Computer Science's 50th anniversary celebrationA daylong series of events Friday (Oct. 5) will highlight the 50th anniversary celebration of Purdue's Department of Computer Science. Chemical engineering alum to endow professorshipGerald Skidmore, a Purdue engineering alumnus, and his wife, Sarah, have given a $750,000 gift to the School of Chemical Engineering to be used for a named professorship. Purdue programs help youth learn about veterinary medicine careersSeveral programs for families with elementary through high school students interested in learning more about the veterinary medical profession are being offered by Purdue's College of Veterinary Medicine. Purdue sportsPurdue football heading into Big Ten playThe Purdue football team is rolling into Big Ten Conference play with a 3-1 record for the first time since 2007. 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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