January 25, 2012
In the spotlight
Purdue launches commercialization center to accelerate discovery to delivery
President France A. Córdova on Tuesday (Jan. 24) announced the launch of a new research commercialization center that will move Purdue discoveries to the marketplace more quickly, increase revenue for the University and spur economic development in Indiana and the nation.
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Featured News for Employees
One Brick Higher presented to Purdue Dance Marathon
The Purdue Dance Marathon was honored Tuesday (Jan. 24) with the One Brick Higher Award. Read more...
Archived webcast of President's Forum available
An archived webcast of Tuesday's President's Forum is available at mms://video1.itap.purdue.edu/bns/General/Forum120124.wmv. The forum featured remarks by President France A. Córdova and a presentation titled "An Overview of Public Affairs: Who We Are and What We Do" by Julie Griffith, vice president for public affairs, and Suresh V. Garimella, associate vice president for engagement.
WorkLife offering classes on money matters throughout February
Checking out the WorkLife Programs classes coming up in the next few weeks, then registering and attending, can lead to some valuable information for one's total well-being. Read more...
CIE workshop to focus on encouraging students to write
A Center for Instructional Excellence workshop will focus on incorporating writing into students' educational experience. Read more...
General News
Learn-to-Swim classes to be offered twice in next months
The joys of play and exercise in the water are as close as Purdue's world-class Boilermaker Aquatic Center through affordable Learn-to-Swim lessons from the Division of Recreational Sports. Read more...
Purdue Sports
Purdue signs ticket sales partnership with Collegiate Consulting
Purdue has established a partnership with Collegiate Consulting for ticket sales and service responsibilities. Read more...
Online voting for 'BTN LiveBIG' Scholarship concludes Friday
Last week, BTN announced five Purdue students as finalists for the BTN LiveBIG'Scholarship for Outstanding Service. Fan voting will determine one winner from each university who will receive the $1,000 scholarship for their service to others. Fans can learn more about each finalist and vote online for the most inspiring story at BTNLiveBIG.com. Voting closes Friday (Jan. 27). Read more...
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