A former Earth, atmospheric and planetary science professor has permanently left his mark on Mars, the red planet. According to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Gazetteer of Planetary Nomenclature website, a crater on Mars has been named “Melosh” after Jay Melosh (1947-2020), a leading world expert in impact crater physics. Melosh was known for his work on impact cratering, planetary tectonics and the physics of earthquakes and landslides.
Faculty may now register for the Westwood Lecture Series with Suresh Mittal, Distinguished Professor of Virology in the College of Veterinary Medicine. “Universal Influenza Vaccine — An Aspiration or Reality?” will be presented at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 28. Space is limited to the first 50 faculty who register online.
Human Resources has announced the new Employee Assistance Program provider for West Lafayette and Indianapolis, AllOne Health. Access to these services began Jan. 1 for all benefits-eligible employees in West Lafayette and Indianapolis and their dependents covered on a Purdue health plan.
A resounding thank-you to Nicole (Career Success) and the Center for Career Opportunities team for really pulling out all the stops to nourish not only existing relationships but also establish new relationships with community partners in the area. Your Herculean efforts to help increase Federal Work-Study awareness in the community have led to increased off-campus opportunities in community service for our students. The momentum you have created is noticed and appreciated. Thanks for being a great partner. — Russell Tragesser (Financial Aid)
