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October 31, 2013 In the Spotlight
Momentum Makers: Lisa LewisLisa Lewis knows from experience that Purdue's elite aviation technology program can give alumni a head start when they seek jobs as professional pilots. In fact, Lewis -- who is Purdue's director of flight operations and a 2001 aviation technology alumna -- credits her time in the aviation technology program with helping her land previous jobs as a corporate pilot for two Fortune 500 companies. Now, in addition to overseeing student flight courses, simulation operations and University business flights, Lewis teaches and offers advice to Purdue students who wish to become professional pilots themselves. Find out more at www.purdue.edu/momentummakers. This installment of Momentum Makers also features Jennifer Dexter, senior assistant director and scholarship coordinator in the Office of Admissions, and Anthony Franklin, lab manager at the Maha Fluid Power Research Center. Faculty and staff newsMemo: Textbook costsThis memo from Tim Sands, executive vice president for academic affairs and provost, is regarding ways faculty and instructors can help control the costs of textbooks and course materials. BOT Executive Committee to meet FridayThe Board of Trustees' Executive Committee will hold a public meeting at 3 p.m. Friday (Nov. 1) in Stewart Center, Room 326. The agenda is available on the Board of Trustees website. The committee will also hold an executive session at 3:15 p.m. Friday. Today's benefit enrollment eventsThe following events are scheduled for today (Oct. 31):
Recent phishing attempt serves as reminder to exercise caution when opening emailMembers of Purdue's IT community collaborated to contain a recent phishing attempt with potential to destroy files stored on personal and shared network drives, but the incident serves as a warning to be cautious when opening email messages. Purdue's chief information security officer offers seven tips to help Purdue users fight phishing emails. Purdue United Way Campaign heading into final weeksAs it nears the end of its 2013 campaign, Purdue United Way is looking to build on its momentum in order to reach the goal of $750,000. As of Tuesday (Oct. 29), the campaign had raised $651,275.50, or 86.8 percent of the goal. Today's Purdue Farmers Market canceledToday's (Oct. 31) Purdue Farmers Market has been canceled due to inclement weather. The market is now closed for the season. Research news
Drug may reduce chronic pain for spinal cord injuriesResearchers have discovered that a known neurotoxin may cause chronic pain in people who suffer from paralysis, and a drug that has been shown to remove the toxin might be used to treat the pain. Researchers in various studies looking for participantsHere is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. PeoplePurdue Alumni Association honors 2013 Special BoilermakersThe Purdue Alumni Association has named Teresa Eloff and Tom Turpin as the recipients of the 2013 Special Boilermaker Award. Purdue sportsVolleyball marking Faculty/Staff Appreciation NightFaculty and staff and their families can attend Purdue's volleyball match Friday (Nov. 1) against Minnesota for $5 per ticket with ID in celebration of Faculty/Staff Appreciation Night. Both teams are ranked, and match time is 7 p.m. Match notes are here. Wrestling to contest starting roles at Gold & Black MatchesThe Purdue wrestling team will contest starting roles at the Gold & Black Matches at 10 a.m. Saturday (Nov. 2) in Lambert Fieldhouse. The Gold & Black Matches are free and open to the public. Women's basketball to feature new promotions in 2013-14The Purdue women's basketball team has a new set of promotions and ticket deals for the 2013-14 season, starting with the exhibition game at 2 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 3) against Clarke University in Mackey Arena. Boiler Bridge Walk set for FridayMembers of the Purdue football team will meet and greet their fellow citizens of Lafayette and West Lafayette as they walk across the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge at Friday's (Nov. 1) Boiler Bridge Walk. For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com. |
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