January 25, 2017

Faculty and Staff News

Big Idea Challenge finalists announced

Discovery Park has announced the finalists in its Big Idea Challenge, a new program that will provide resources to interdisciplinary teams of Purdue faculty and students pursuing bold proposals that address global challenges. Since the call for proposals in mid-October, there has been a very high level of interest and participation from faculty and students across campus.

In the Spotlight

Purdue Profiles: Sashaun Wood

Moving from the nice, warm climate of Arizona to the sometimes frigid climate in Indiana may not seem enticing to most, but Sashaun Wood, director of community and student engagement in the Honors College, saw an opportunity to be part of something new and exciting at Purdue and couldn't resist.

Additional News

General

• Purdue selected to partner with India's Science and Engineering Research Board

• Purdue agreement offers avenue for Vincennes engineering students

Sports

• Women's basketball to admit Purdue faculty and staff free for White Out Thursday game

Purdue in the News

Here is a sampling of recent news reports about Purdue from media across the nation and the world.

• Orlando Sentinel, Houston Chronicle: Next big hurdle for SpaceX: Relaunch a used rocket

• KCUR (Kansas City): Midwest farmers prepare for another year in the red

• Indiana Public Media: Purdue University professor investigating drinking water safety

Events


	Don't Miss It! Lectures and Guest Speakers This week's events Events for the next four weeks Ongoing series and opportunities Deadlines for faculty and staff

• 'Hidden Figures' author to discuss inspiration for book, hit film today at Loeb Playhouse

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