Faculty and Staff News

Akridge named Purdue provost, executive VP for academic affairs and diversity

President Mitch Daniels on Tuesday (Nov. 7) announced that Jay Akridge has been named the University's provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and diversity, effective immediately. Akridge has served in the position in an interim capacity since July 1.

Other Stories

• Benefitfocus experiencing heavy traffic as enrollment deadline for electing 2018 benefits nears

• Faculty invited to President's Colloquia event on Nov. 14

• Deadline to register for Dec. 2 PEAP trip to Chicago approaching

• 'Conversations about Inclusion' series sets next discussion for
Nov. 16

• Benefits enrollment open walk-in labs and live presentations

In the Spotlight

Nearly 400 students 'test drive' math exam to experience Elliott Hall testing environment

Purdue’s Academic Success Center recently piloted a workshop allowing students to "test drive" a math exam in Elliott Hall of Music. Nearly 400 students voluntarily completed the mock exam, and plans are underway to offer similar practice tests in the future.

Additional News

Research

• Taming ‘dendrites’ could bring better lithium-ion batteries  »

General

• Purdue Foundry, Krannert present ninth year of helping veterans with disabilities launch startups

• Krannert School helps Indy company expand internationally

• Purdue student business competition to award $100,000 in cash prizes

• Ag Economy Barometer: Producers more optimistic in October

People

• Purdue Extension educators honored with annual awards

• Strengthening Families program leads top awards from Purdue Extension

• Purdue Extension honors outstanding service to the state of Indiana

Purdue in the News

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

• Big Ten Network: How these innovative Purdue water filters are doing a world of good

• Chicago Tribune, Bloomberg News: Genetically modified apples are headed to grocery stores in the Midwest

• WISH, WTHR: New bike-sharing service VeoRide comes to Purdue University

Events

	Don't Miss It! Lectures and Guest Speakers This week's events Events for the next four weeks Ongoing series and opportunities Deadlines for faculty and staff

• MercyMe and Tenth Avenue North to perform at Purdue in 2018

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