October 9, 2012

In the Spotlight

Did You Know?: Arthuriana

Surrounded by shelves packed with maroon journals and a large foam replica of King Arthur's sword in the stone, Dorsey Armstrong, associate professor of English, prepares one of the most prestigious journals on Arthurian legend.

Faculty and staff news

Employees must take action or lose life insurance beneficiary records

An upcoming computer system change will require all faculty and staff to take action on their Purdue life insurance.

Rec Sports Center to open today, but with one entrance

For the soft reopening today (Oct. 9) at the Recreational Sports Center, only the east entrance will be available as continuing work keeps the west entrance closed.

'5 Students Who ...' nominations wanted

Faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate students they consider Equality Makers for the January "5 Students Who ..." website. Deadline for nominations is Friday (Oct. 12).

This week's 'Thumbs Up' recipients

"Thumbs Up" gives faculty and staff the chance to recognize others on campus for a job well done.

* Purdue Today would like to hear about those people whose hard work and commitment contribute to the success of the University as well as make Purdue a wonderful environment within which to work. To submit an item for "Thumbs Up," click here.

General news

Indiana TAPs into Purdue for expertise

Purdue's Technical Assistance Program's annual report shows it has had nearly a $1.16 billion impact in Indiana since its inception in 1986.

Spaces available in Krannert Weekend MBA program

It's not too late to apply to the Krannert Weekend MBA program starting in January, and scholarships are still available for qualified candidates.

NROTC students to tread water for wounded veterans

Purdue Navy ROTC students plan to tread water to raise funds to give wounded veterans the opportunity to attend an outdoor experience at Camp Atterbury.

Purdue expert sees hiring as sign of holiday optimism by retailers

Many retailers have announced increases in hiring for the holidays, a sign of confidence for their biggest sales season, says Richard Feinberg, professor of consumer sciences and retailing.

Prof: Democratic Party will capture Latino vote in 2012

The 2012 presidential election will solidify the Latino electorate's support for one party, says a Purdue political science professor.

Research news

Poinsettias cultivars can take cooler temperatures, save growers

Growers who carefully select their poinsettia cultivars can lower their greenhouse thermostats in mid-October to save on energy costs and produce high-quality plants, according to a Purdue University and University of New Hampshire study.

Purdue sports

Gold & Black Game set for Saturday

Boilermaker fans are encouraged to wear either gold or black, depending on where their seats are located, for the Homecoming game against Wisconsin on Saturday (Oct. 13).

* Game notes: Purdue vs. Wisconsin

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.

Events

• This week's events
• Events for the next four weeks
• Ongoing series and opportunities
• Deadlines for faculty and staff
• Pioneer in green building movement to headline Purdue's Green Week activities
  
• Candidate forum for 4th District congressional seat set for Oct. 22
  
• Purdue to celebrate National Coming Out Day
  
• Ag employment, entrepreneurship for veterans workshop topic
  

Sites of Interest

• Purdue Newsroom
• Momentum Makers
• Difference Makers
• 5 Students Who ...

Purdue Today links

• Purdue Today website
• Subscribe
• Submit information
• Archive and search