As student interest in computing-related majors and the societal impact of AI and semiconductor chips continues to rise rapidly, Purdue University and its Board of Trustees announced today (April 14) a major initiative, Purdue Computes, consisting of three dimensions.
Purdue University trustees today (April 14) endorsed the vision statement for Online Learning 2.0. Purdue is one of the few Association of American Universities members to provide distinct educational models designed to meet different educational needs – from traditional undergraduate students looking to complement their residential experience with online courses; to mid-career students seeking an advanced professional degree; to adult students looking to earn a college degree while balancing work, life and/or military responsibilities.
Purdue University trustees today (April 14) approved a resolution confirming their support for development by the Purdue Research Foundation of a close to 1,000-bed student housing project at Third Street and McCormick Road in West Lafayette. The project will consist of 401 units serving primarily Purdue students. Initially the project is expected to house almost 1,000 students.
Purdue University’s faculty and staff salary policy for fiscal year 2024 will include a 4% recurring increase, plus a 1% one-time recognition, reward and retention pool. Trustees today (April 14) endorsed the policy as proposed by President Mung Chiang. The salary policy increase is expected to be in the top one-third of Big Ten public universities, matching fiscal year 2023 as one of the largest increases in several decades at Purdue West Lafayette, and is intended to recruit and retain top-quality faculty and staff.
The Purdue University Board of Trustees today (April 14) ratified faculty and staff appointments and the promotion and tenure of faculty, and approved resolutions of appreciation.
The Purdue University Board of Trustees today (April 14) gave approval for a new Electronic Research Administration (eRA) system, a Doctor of Psychology program at Purdue Northwest and establishment of the Purdue Northwest University College. Trustees also gave approval to plan, finance, construct and award construction contracts for chilled water capacity enhancement at Purdue West Lafayette.
Purdue University’s Board of Trustees today (April 14) approved faculty promotions. The promotions are effective with the 2023-24 academic year. Exact dates are noted by campus or individual.
In his report to the Board of Trustees today (April 14), President Mung Chiang introduced the university’s new major initiative, Purdue Computes, and the vision statement for Online Learning 2.0. He also highlighted the recent hire of Mark Lewis as CEO of Purdue Applied Research Institute, recommended the faculty and staff salary policy for fiscal year 2024 and thanked friends of the university for their recent generous contributions.
