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The Division of Diversity and Inclusion is introducing a programmatic theme for 2020: "Democracy, Civility, and Freedom of Expression." Throughout the spring semester, students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members are invited to engage in conversations about and consider the importance of each element of the theme.
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Several major bridges have collapsed worldwide in 2019, ranging from a pedestrian bridge in Miami, killing six people, to a towering arch bridge in Taiwan dumping a truck onto boats below. The trend will likely continue: More than 47,000 bridges in the U.S. are structurally deficient, a report found earlier this year. A new Center for Intelligent Infrastructure at Purdue is bringing together researchers of various fields to develop technology that a bridge, building, road or other infrastructure could use to communicate directly with humans and respond to disasters, preventing collapse.
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Ready to look back on 2019? Here is a photo and video gallery capturing Purdue research highlights during the University’s 150th anniversary this past year. These 30 research profiles capture just a few of the world’s challenges that Purdue scientists are trying to solve. How will astronauts survive long ventures in space? Can service dogs help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder live healthier lives?
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There is pressure during the holiday season to be in a constant state of jolly and joy, bringing about unrealistic expectations. “The idea that holidays are solely joyful and perfect is against human nature and against the way we live our lives,” says Heather Servaty-Seib, a professor of counseling psychology. “There are always things that are less than perfect. That pressure can be difficult and even paralyzing."
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Here is a sampling of recent news reports about Purdue from media across the nation and the world. | |
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