April 22, 2013
In the Spotlight
Anyone on Purdue's West Lafayette campus who's ever received mail, recycled an unwanted computer, or sent or received a package of any variety has come into contact with Mike Wilkins' handiwork. Purdue's director of materials management and distribution, Wilkins is responsible for a plethora of the University's most essential functions.
Faculty and staff news
The Purdue community is invited to join President Mitch Daniels for a President's Forum on Thursday (April 25) in the East and West Faculty Lounges, Purdue Memorial Union.
This message regarding options for supporting student affordability is sent on behalf of President Mitch Daniels.
A recap of the University Senate's meeting held April 15.
The Physical Facilities Grounds Department will be marking all abandoned and/or broken-down bicycles for removal beginning today (April 22).
"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.
Research news
A Purdue-led team has revealed the proton transfer pathway responsible for a majority of energy storage in photosynthesis.
General news
President Mitch Daniels is in Washington, D.C., today through Wednesday to take part in meetings as the co-chair of the congressionally mandated Committee on Human Spaceflight.
Jimmy Simpson of the Electric Vehicle Club (EVC) won Saturday's (April 20) 56th annual Purdue Grand Prix race.
Purdue Extension has resources to help homeowners recover from problems brought on by floods.
People
Appointments and promotions, faculty and staff honors, alumni honors, and student honors.
Purdue sports
For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.
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