Faculty and Staff News

Steering committee for Integrative Data Science Initiative formed

Purdue is launching an ambitious Integrative Data Science Initiative that will be driven by robust interdisciplinary collaboration from colleges across the campus. To guide the initiative, and to help plan activities for the short, medium and long term, a steering committee chaired by Patrick Wolfe, the Frederick L. Hovde Dean of the College of Science, has been created.

Other Stories

• Former Sen. Bob Kerrey to kick off Spring 2018 Presidential Lecture Series today

• Applications due Thursday for APSAC professional development grants

• Skills for Performance Series offering new training sessions

• This week's 'Thumbs Up' recipients

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From the Archives

Purdue students have always enjoyed hands-on activities as part of their coursework, gaining real-world experience as they prepare for their future careers. What course of study are these students following? What are they doing? Where are they? Visit the Purdue Libraries blog for a closer look and to share your theories in the comments. The full story behind the photo will be revealed in Friday's issue.

Additional News

Research

• Research highlights: More efficient optoelectrical devices; fluctuation theorems

General

• Colombian undergraduates gain hands-on experience managing supercomputers through ITaP Research Computing

Sports

• Loschiavo wins Big Ten title in platform diving

• Big Ten title for Johnson; Young also medals

• Mitchell runs world lead; women's track and field takes 2nd at Big Ten Indoor Championships

Purdue in the News

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

• CNET: YouTube star wants a cryptocurrency payday for you every day

• Undark, The Wire: In Sudan, rediscovering ancient Nubia before it's too late

• Indianapolis Star, Inside Indiana Business: Purdue alumni selected for space council Users Advisory Group

• Greensburg Daily News: Governor wants Purdue Polytechnic model expanded

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

• Atmospheric scientist to reflect on historic 1995 climate change report in Discovery Park presentation

• Purdue Memorial Union to host Family Fun Day event

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