Purdue Today.

September 2, 2020

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Faculty and Staff News

Today: Author Ibram X. Kendi to open ‘Pursuing Racial Justice Together’ series

Ibram X. Kendi, author of "How to Be an Antiracist," will be the featured guest on the opening event of the "Pursuing Racial Justice Together" series at 7 p.m. today (Sept. 2). Kendi will discuss the central themes of his work, including his definitions of "racism" and "anti-racism," as well as the advice he gives for moving from goodness to action on issues of racial equity. Registration is required for this virtual event.

Protect Purdue

Faculty, staff still have time to submit questions for Thursday's Protect Purdue Conversation
Required Protect Purdue Pledge training must be completed by Sept. 11
Reminder: Campus community required to get flu shot by Oct. 31

Things to Know

Purdue United Way Campaign kicks off today
Reduced CityBus services on Monday in Lafayette, West Lafayette; campus services remain available
Systemwide policy update
Equal Access and Equal Opportunity Policies
Phishing, account compromise could get your semester off to the wrong start

In the Spotlight

elephant at watering hole

Following African elephant trails to approach conservation differently

Elephant trails may lead the way to better conservation approaches. “Think of elephants as engineers of the forests,” said Melissa J. Remis, professor and head of anthropology, who is best known for her work in ecology and behavior of western gorillas and their ecosystems. “Elephants shape the landscape in many ways that benefit humans. We’re talking thousands of miles of trails. If we think about the loss of elephants over time, then we will see the forest structure change and human activities also would shift."

Additional News

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'This is Purdue' podcast: Purdue traditions

Now that school is back in session, it's a great time to learn more about Purdue traditions in the latest podcast episode of "This is Purdue." The new episode focuses on the founding of the University and how Boilermaker basketball legend John Wooden's 1932 jersey found a home at Purdue.

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Face shields are added protection to face mask

There’s a time and place for wearing face shields to protect against COVID-19, but Dr. Esteban Ramirez, Protect Purdue Health Center chief medical officer, emphasizes that protective face shields should be worn in addition to — and not instead of — face masks.

People

Purdue student named Boren Scholar, to study in Hong Kong

Research

New theory hints at more efficient way to develop quantum algorithms
Purdue, U.S. Army to collaborate on next-generation energetic materials

General

Purdue University Global cybersecurity bachelor’s degree program accredited by ABET
Licensing partnership advances cytometry technology for cancer identification, patient monitoring

Campus

Butler Center talk to focus on addressing structural racism in higher education

Teaching and Learning

Purdue professors to develop course on agriculture informatics for agriscience students

Bringing Our Best

Thumbs Up: Scott Haan

I'd like to give Scott Haan a "Thumbs Up" for his amazing work and support in taking so many of our College of Agriculture recruitment and welcome events virtual. His attention to detail and ability to brainstorm and problem solve are extremely important during this time. He has coordinated over 100 virtual visits as well as the technology for our BGR College Welcome. Such an important team member to the College of Agriculture. Thank you, Scott! -- Amy Jones (College of Agriculture)

* Submit a "Thumbs Up" or send a story idea for "Bringing Our Best" to PurdueToday@purdue.edu to share how Purdue University is a community that is persistent in its pursuit to build a better world together.

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Purdue in the News

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

Hartford Business Journal: Otis commissions study on COVID-19 transmission in elevators
Washington Monthly: Why STEM needs to focus on social justice
WXIN/WTTV: Why getting flu shots is pushed more than ever
Inside INdiana Business, WISH-TV: Purdue named new home for rural development center
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