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March 10, 2021

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Faculty and Staff News

Reading Day set for March 18

The second of three Reading Days for Purdue's Spring 2021 semester will be held March 18. Reading Day will give faculty and students a brief respite from instruction to permit them to focus on their preparation and understanding of materials. Campus will remain open, and students are expected to remain on campus. However, no classes (undergraduate, graduate, professional) will be in session.

Related: Reading Day programming for students

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Update: Spring 2021 events guidelines
Reminder: COVID-19 vaccine eligibility changes frequently; check all vaccination options

Things to Know

QR codes installed in parking garages to collect customer feedback
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration works to advance behavioral health
Purdue obituaries

Things to Do

Maximizing Student Potential conference on March 17 to focus on inclusive pedagogy
Three-day, virtual Road to Retirement conference begins today
Healthy Boiler workshop to share information on Rx Savings Solutions program

In the Spotlight

Bibi Hardrict in graphic

New approach to learning grows through Purdue Polytechnic High School in South Bend

In a revitalized historic factory complex near the heart of South Bend, almost 50 high school students gather to build their futures. The students are enrolled in the new Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and are embracing a new style of culturally responsive education, individualized learning plans and real-world experiences. Leading the way is Bibi Hardrict, founding principal of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend, who is digging deep within her life’s experiences to inspire her students.

Additional News

Eric Barker

Video: Fighting pandemic fatigue to protect Purdue

It remains important that we each uphold our pledge to Protect Purdue — not only to protect ourselves, but also to protect the most vulnerable in our community. Eric Barker, dean of the College of Pharmacy, shares what we can each do to play our part.

Remote work tip graphic

Remote work tip: Times to avoid holding meetings

Purdue is offering tips to help alleviate some of the challenges associated with remote workloads and web-based meetings. This week’s tip recommends organizers avoid scheduling video meetings before 9 a.m., after 4 p.m. and on Friday evenings when possible.

Research

Purdue team predicts next-generation microbiome research promises agricultural advances

Teaching and Learning

Purdue and Evidence In Motion expand partnership to offer new innovative health care certifications
Purdue Global offering online course in happiness

People

Purdue computer scientist wins George Pólya Prize in Applied Combinatorics

Sports

Boilermaker divers complete another perfect showing at NCAA zones
Men's basketball's Williams named first-team All-Big Ten; Edey, Ivey tabbed to All-Freshman Team
Women's basketball's Traylor named second-team All-Big Ten; Diagne and Layden honored

Bringing Our Best

Thumbs Up: Deb Johnson

Deb Johnson in Capital Program Management has been a tremendous resource for a proposal project a team is working on, and without her assistance we would not have the resources and information necessary to submit. Thanks, Deb, for your willingness to help! -- Donna Ahlen

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‘Science Diplomacy’ event to hear experts on relations with Latin America
Purdue community invited to virtual reception honoring Distinguished Women Scholars

Purdue in the News

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

The Conversation: Lessons from the Texas blackouts

Climate extremes are wreaking increasing havoc on energy systems across the U.S., regardless of local politics or the particulars of regional grids. The events in Texas offer three important lessons for energy planners around the country.

Other Stories

Sarnia (Canada) Observer: Cockroach-filled boxes? Don’t believe all you hear about home deliveries
WLFI: Mitch Daniels prepares for March Madness at Mackey Arena
Indiana Public Media: Perseverance rover lands on Mars
Inside INdiana Business: Ohio tech firm expanding partnerships at Purdue
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