Purdue University News

Purdue professor to highlight climate changes in the Arctic at next Science on Tap

Fri, 18 May 2012 11:28:00 EDT

A leading researcher at Purdue University examining the impact of climate change and melting sea ice in the Arctic is the next Science on Tap speaker on Thursday (May 24) in downtown Lafayette.

Purdue hosting math symposium

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:42:00 EDT

The Purdue University math department will host an event designed to introduce prospective and young researchers to a larger community of mathematical professionals.

Purdue Extension to host dairy goat forage, cheese workshop

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:15:00 EDT

Purdue Extension will host a June 6 field day in Spiceland for current and aspiring dairy goat and llama producers to learn more about resources for managing their farms.

H.C. Brown Centennial Celebration brings two Nobel winners

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:19:00 EDT

Two Nobel Prize recipients will participate in the H.C. Brown Centennial Celebration from June 3-9 at Purdue.

25 karts entered in 2nd International Collegiate evGrandPrix

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:35:00 EDT

Twenty-five electric-powered go-karts are expected to run in Purdue University's second International Collegiate evGrandPrix on Saturday (May 12) as part of opening day festivities at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Purdue president, Nobel Prize winner to receive honorary doctorates

Mon, 7 May 2012 12:20:00 EDT

Two people who have carved their own spots in Purdue's treasured history will be honored during the university's spring commencement.

Purdue's West Lafayette commencement to be shown live on TV, webcast

Wed, 2 May 2012 11:23:00 EDT

Spring commencement ceremonies at Purdue University's West Lafayette campus will be broadcast live for television and Internet audiences.

Diane Rehm joins WBAA for 90th anniversary gala, breakfast

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:29:00 EDT

WBAA Public Radio invites the public to join Diane Rehm in a celebration of its 90th anniversary.

'Vicar of Baghdad' to detail Christian Life in Iraq

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:57:00 EDT

Canon Andrew White, an Anglican priest and authority on the Middle East, on Thursday (May 3) will speak about his experiences in Iraq as a Christian clergyman, doctor and statesman.

Summit to focus on energizing U.S. manufacturing

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:08:00 EDT

Top federal, state and industry officials will gather at Purdue University on May 30 for the 10th annual Advancing Manufacturing Summit, which will focus on reinvigorating U.S. manufacturing with an emphasis on small and midsize companies.

Purdue campuses to host spring commencement ceremonies

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:57:00 EDT

Purdue University will award degrees during spring commencement ceremonies at its campuses from May 11-22

Cheetah Conservation Fund founder to speak at Purdue

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:04:00 EDT

Laurie Marker, founder and executive director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund, will speak at 12:30 p.m. Friday (April 27) in Purdue University's Lynn Hall of Veterinary Medicine.

Purdue students to display innovations during senior design finale

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:37:00 EDT

Purdue University mechanical engineering students in their senior capstone design course will demonstrate a diverse collection of inventions that includes a robotic stair cleaner, an autonomous surveillance helicopter and a solar-powered motorized baby stroller.

Purdue named Tree Campus USA

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:35:00 EDT

Purdue University will celebrate being named a 2011 Tree Campus USA with a tree planting ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday (April 26) at the intersection of Russell and Harrison streets.

Electric karts to run in third Purdue evGrandPrix

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:40:00 EDT

Teams from Purdue, Ivy Tech and Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis will compete in the third Purdue Electric Vehicle Grand Prix on Saturday (April 28).

Purdue president's 'Last Lecture' April 24 in Loeb Playhouse

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:31:00 EDT

She's had countless interactions with Purdue students - from informal to elaborate events. She's been the face of the university with government and business leaders from West Lafayette to the Far East. Now, as she prepares in the coming months to transition after five years as Purdue's 11th president, France A. Córdova will tie it all together.

Deaf rap-artist Signmark to perform at Purdue's Slayter Center

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:55:00 EDT

Deaf rap-artist Signmark will perform at 3:30 p.m. Sunday (April 22) in a free public concert at Purdue University's Slayter Center.

Expert on ADHD to speak at Purdue Sunday

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:15:00 EDT

Boilers with ADD/ADHD will host a talk Sunday (April 22) by Ari Tuckman, author of "More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD."

'Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters' performance off after automobile accident

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:11:00 EDT

Purdue Convocations announced on Thursday (April 19) it will not be able to reschedule "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters." The performance, presented by Dallas Children's Theater, was originally scheduled for April 15 and 16 in Elliott Hall of Music.

Purdue Libraries archives exhibit to feature poet Felix Stefanile

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:47:00 EDT

An editor and English professor who is best known as the "everyman" poet is being honored with an archival exhibit at Purdue.

Birck hosts hands-on NanoDays for K-12 students, teachers, general public

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:42:00 EDT

Nearly 2,000 elementary, middle and high school students are expected to descend onto the Purdue University campus April 26-27 for NanoDays 2012 to gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating world of nanotechnology.

Public policy expert to speak on agriculture 'culture war'

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:40:00 EDT

Robert Paarlberg, the B.F. Johnson Professor of Political Science at Wellesley College and adjunct professor of public policy at the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, will visit Purdue University on Wednesday (April 18) to speak on international agricultural policy.

Exciting Ticheli pieces enliven Purdue Bands Showcase

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:19:00 EDT

Five unique concert band works by Frank Ticheli - from "Angels in the Architecture" to "Vesuvius" - will be featured in the opening concerts of the annual Purdue Bands Showcase weekend Friday (April 20) through April 22.

Discovery Park research centers plan lineup of Earth Day activities

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:19:00 EDT

The Center for Environment, Energy Center and Purdue Climate Change Research Center in Discovery Park are joining units across the Purdue University campus for several public events next week to celebrate Earth Day 2012.

Purdue students prepare for end of season shows

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:24:00 EDT

More than 250 students in Purdue Musical Organizations are preparing for the end of another season

'Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters' performances postponed

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 18:15:00 EDT

The cast of Dallas Children's Theater was in a traffic accident earlier Saturday (April 14) while traveling to Indiana for its scheduled performances of "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters," according to Purdue Convocations.

Purdue dance company to present spring dance concert

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:09:00 EDT

The Purdue Contemporary Dance Company will present its Spring Works dance concert on April 27 and 28.

Purdue's 55th Grand Prix set for April 21

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:16:00 EDT

Purdue University's 55th annual Grand Prix race, with Purdue alumnus and NASA astronaut Drew Feustel serving as grand marshal, will take place April 21.

NTSB official to visit Purdue, discuss safety issues

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:56:00 EDT

National Transportation Safety Board member Robert Sumwalt will speak at Purdue University's Fowler Hall in Stewart Center at 7 p.m. Tuesday (April 17).

Purdue's Grand Alternative to offer substance-free entertainment

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:54:00 EDT

Several substance-free activities will be offered through April 21 for Purdue students as part of the annual Grand Prix celebrations.

Purdue Theatre to present 'Blithe Spirit'

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:13:00 EDT

Purdue Theatre will present "Blithe Spirit" by Noël Coward beginning Friday (April 13) at the Nancy T. Hansen Theatre in Yue-Kong Pao Hall of Visual and Performing Arts.

Salvendy Symposium to highlight lasers, photonic systems

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:41:00 EDT

The second Gavriel Salvendy International Symposium on Frontiers in Industrial Engineering will be May 4 and 5 at Purdue University.

Retired Four-Star Gen. Keys to give Purdue lecture on energy and national security

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:37:00 EDT

America's overreliance on fossil fuels is a national security threat - economically, militarily and diplomatically. Retired four-star Gen. Ronald E. Keys will discuss America's energy posture and its impact on the U.S. economy and national security at an upcoming Purdue Energy Lecture.

Purdue's Spring Fest a weekend of fun-filled activities

Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:57:00 EDT

Purdue University will open its doors for a weekend of free, fun and educational activities during this year's Spring Fest April 14-15.

Latino Cultural Center to celebrate 'Dia de la Familia'

Mon, 9 Apr 2012 11:15:00 EDT

Purdue University's Latino Cultural Center on April 14 will celebrate its ninth anniversary at its "Dia de la Familia" (Day of the Family).

Purdue Challenge aims to raise awareness, funds for cancer research

Fri, 6 Apr 2012 15:31:00 EDT

Purdue football coach Danny Hope and the university's Center for Cancer Research are continuing the fight against cancer by supporting the fifth annual Purdue Challenge, a 5K run/walk, on April 14.

ESPN analyst Smith to give Bell conference keynote talk

Fri, 6 Apr 2012 10:32:00 EDT

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith will give the keynote talk April 13 for the third annual Dr. Cornell A. Bell Business Opportunity Program Leadership Conference at Purdue University.

Purdue's College of Veterinary Medicine hosts open house for public

Wed, 4 Apr 2012 14:32:00 EDT

Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine will host its 49th annual open house on April 14 featuring activities that include a petting zoo, talks on animal topics and demonstrations.

Audrey Napoleon to open for Avicii at Purdue

Tue, 3 Apr 2012 14:24:00 EDT

Grammy-nominated DJ, Avicii, featuring special guest Audrey Napoleon, will perform at Purdue University's Elliott Hall of Music at 7:30 p.m., April 25. This performance is presented by the Purdue Student Concert Committee.

Policy leader from India will talk about global cooperation in science, education

Tue, 3 Apr 2012 10:26:00 EDT

A scientist and policy leader from India will speak at April 18 at Purdue University about global outreach and collaboration between the United States and India.

Pulitzer Prize-winning writer to speak at 2012 Literary Awards

Mon, 2 Apr 2012 12:06:00 EDT

Pulitzer Prize-winning fiction writer Michael Cunningham will speak Monday (April 9) at Purdue University as part of the 81st annual Literary Awards celebration.

Purdue, Ivy Tech, Oakland students to showcase public policy issues

Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:43:00 EDT

Students at Purdue University, Ivy Tech and Oakland High School will present solutions to public policy issues during a Project Citizen Showcase on April 19.

Purdue scientists to discuss their work in diabetes, cancer, sustainability at conference

Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:32:00 EDT

Research related to diabetes management, breast cancer prevention, improvement of food security in East Africa and the role social networks play in natural disasters will be presented during the April 18 Grand Challenge conference at Purdue University.

Purdue Super Jazz Jam says 'Blame it on the Bossa Nova'

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:30:00 EDT

As American as jambalaya until the 1950s , jazz music began to expand its definition when Dizzie Gillespie and Stan Kenton began introducing Afro-Cuban rhythms into their tunes.

Historic audio to be featured during WBAA's April 4 pledge drive

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:34:00 EDT

WBAA Public Radio from Purdue will have its One Day Spring Pledge Drive from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 4 on AM 920's 90th anniversary.

Purdue to screen Japanese film subtitled by students

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:16:00 EDT

A documentary about last year's earthquake and tsunami in Japan will be screened at Purdue University, and the students who subtitled the film also will discuss their experiences working on the project.

Workshop to explain startup process for specialty food businesses

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:06:00 EDT

People interested in starting their own specialty food business can receive information and tips at an April 12 workshop.

WBAA to feature 90th anniversary painting at annual member gala

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:04:00 EDT

WBAA has commissioned a painting to celebrate WBAA AM 920's 90th anniversary. Created by local artist Lorie Amick, the work will be unveiled at the station's annual member appreciation gala from 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday (March 27) in the Purdue Memorial Union's East and West Faculty Lounges

'The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein' comes to life at Purdue in April

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:39:00 EDT

"Young Frankenstein" the new Mel Brooks musical, is coming to Purdue University's Elliott Hall of Music on Apr. 19.

Discovery Park to mark 10 years of innovation with 4 Discovery Lectures in April

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:15:00 EDT

Purdue will celebrate Discovery Park's contributions to the university's interdisciplinary research efforts with a series of co-sponsored lectures in April focused on entrepreneurship, conservation and addressing challenging global problems through innovation.

Expert to speak about Golden Gate Bridge, which turns 75

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:04:00 EDT

Paul Giroux, a nationally recognized construction engineering expert, will speak on April 2 at Purdue University about the history of the Golden Gate Bridge, which turns 75 this year.

Purdue President, Burke to host student government presidential debates

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:05:00 EDT

Purdue President France A. Cordova and Morgan Burke, director of intercollegiate athletics, will serve as moderators in a debate among the six candidates for president of Purdue Student Government.

Forensics entomologist to headline next Science on Tap event

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:59:00 EDT

Leading Purdue entomologist Ralph Williams, an international expert in the use of insects to help solve crimes, will deliver the next Science on Tap talk on Thursday (March 29) in downtown Lafayette.

Purdue defense institute plans research summit

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:05:00 EDT

Purdue University's Institute for Defense Innovation will hold a defense research summit April 30 to May 3.

Purdue to hold free hearing, speech and language screenings

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:18:00 EDT

Purdue University's M.D. Steer Audiology and Speech-Language Clinics are offering free hearing, speech and language screenings on April 4.

Canadian innovator to deliver capstone talk for certificate in innovation and entrepreneurship class

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:29:00 EDT

Leading Canadian technology industry innovator David Breukelman will be the guest speaker in the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation's capstone class at 6 p.m. Tuesday (March 27), in Purdue University's Stewart Center, Room 206.

Bloomberg panel to discuss jobs, economy and the 2012 election

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:56:00 EDT

Columnists and editors from Bloomberg View will participate in an April 5 forum at Purdue University to discuss the economy and its role in the 2012 U.S. election.

25th national Rube Goldberg contest set for March 31

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:20:00 EDT

It's going to be a balloon-popping party when eight college teams compete in the 25th annual Rube Goldberg Machine Contest on March 31 at Purdue University.

Forum to look at future of human spaceflight and exploration

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:15:00 EDT

The future of human spaceflight and exploration will be the topic of a one-day forum March 29 at Purdue University.

Award-winning fiction author to speak at Purdue

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:04:00 EDT

Fiction writer Edith Pearlman, winner of the 2012 National Book Critics Circle Award and finalist for the 2011 National Book Award, will speak March 27 at Purdue University.

Purdue Bell Tower goes blue for autism awareness

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:38:00 EDT

Purdue's Bell Tower will be lit up in blue from April 1-7 to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 and national Autism Awareness Month

Expert to speak on inequalities in education

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:07:00 EDT

Michael Apple, an education professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, is the keynote speaker at the sixth annual Graduate Student Educational Research Symposium on March 27 at Purdue University.

Panera founder to give Purdue corporate ethics talk

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:14:00 EDT

Ron Shaich, founder of Panera Bread Co., will speak March 29 as part of the Purdue University Series on Corporate Citizenship and Ethics.

Tapia to speak at Purdue's inaugural Presidential Diversity Lecture

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:12:00 EDT

Richard A. Tapia, a recent National Medal of Science recipient, will be the keynote speaker on March 28 at Purdue University's inaugural Presidential Diversity Lecture Series.

Dallas Children's Theater brings timeless folktale to life

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:48:00 EDT

Dallas Children's Theater will perform in "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters" at 3 p.m. April 15 at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Grammy-nominated DJ, AVICII to perform at Purdue

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:26:00 EDT

Grammy-nominated DJ, AVICII will perform at Purdue University's Elliott Hall of Music at 7:30 p.m. April 25. This performance is presented by the Purdue Student Concert Committee.

Purdue Black Cultural Center to host touring exhibit, Diaspora discussion on Civil War

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:19:00 EDT

Purdue University's Black Cultural Center will host an exhibit in connection with the sesquicentennial of the Civil War.

Boilermaker Regional robotics competition set for March 15-17

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:06:00 EDT

Forty teams comprised of high school students from Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin will compete in the ninth annual FIRST Boilermaker Regional robotics competition March 15-17 at Purdue University.

John Mayer tour, including Purdue appearance, canceled

Fri, 9 Mar 2012 13:51:00 EST

Seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician John Mayer has canceled his recently announced U.S. tour and will take an indefinite hiatus from live performing due to the return of the granuloma in his throat. Included in the cancellations was his scheduled April 13 performance in Purdue University's Elliott Hall of Music.

Food safety on fruit and vegetable farms topic of workshops

Thu, 8 Mar 2012 15:53:00 EST

Fruit and vegetable farmers will learn how to keep food on the farm safe at workshops offered this month by Purdue Extension and University of Illinois Extension in two Indiana counties.

Donating clothes to those in need the goal of Nearly Naked Mile

Thu, 8 Mar 2012 15:12:00 EST

Purdue University students will have the opportunity to give those in need the clothes off their backs - literally - during the fifth annual Nearly Naked Mile.

Purdue to host counseling psychology conference

Thu, 8 Mar 2012 11:27:00 EST

Purdue University's College of Education will host the 2012 Great Lakes Counseling Psychology Conference on March 23 and 24.

Indiana's top high school musicians in concert March 11

Wed, 7 Mar 2012 14:22:00 EST

The 52nd annual Indiana All-State Bands' weekend at Purdue University will culminate with a grand finale concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday (March 11), in Elliott Hall of Music. Admission is free.

Women in Engineering invite high school juniors to campus

Wed, 7 Mar 2012 10:42:00 EST

High school juniors, their parents and teachers are invited to attend Juniors Exploring Engineering at Purdue, a free, daylong event sponsored by Purdue University's Women in Engineering Program, on April 16.

Direct from Cuba - Sierra Maestra to perform at Purdue

Tue, 6 Mar 2012 13:55:00 EST

Cuban sensation Sierra Maestra will perform at Purdue University's Loeb Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. on Mar. 29

Purdue students to launch high-altitude balloon

Tue, 6 Mar 2012 09:34:00 EST

A group of Purdue University students will launch a high-altitude balloon Saturday (March 10) to prepare for an intercollegiate competition at the end of the month.

'Bridge Builder' author to speak on international relations at Purdue

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 14:10:00 EST

The Purdue University Department of History and Purdue University Press on Wednesday (March 7) will present Dr. Walther Kiep and his lecture, "Volkswagen, America, and the World: Why Every German Company is a Global Company."

Purdue Galleries feature mother and son artists and images from the Great Outdoors

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 10:48:00 EST

Purdue Galleries on Monday (March 5) will open its final exhibits of the 2011-2012 season in both the Stewart Center and Robert L. Ringel galleries in Purdue Memorial Union.

Webinar delves into USDA plantings, grain reports

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:24:00 EST

Purdue University agricultural economists will break down the numbers from a pair of highly anticipated U.S. Department of Agriculture reports during a free webinar on March 30.

Pork conference to explore regulations, production challenges

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:37:00 EST

Pork producers will have the chance to learn about regulatory, production and economic challenges in the swine industry at the 2012 Southern Indiana Pork Conference.

Social media executives to discuss networks' impact on democracy

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:10:00 EST

Executives from Google and Twitter will speak about social media and democracy at a March 22 forum at Purdue University.

Elevator Pitch competition gives Purdue entrepreneurs chance to win $1,000 in 2 minutes

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:42:00 EST

Looking to earn a quick $1,000? Successfully pitch your unique business idea in 2 minutes to a panel of judges, and you just might.

Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet to bring 'Moulin Rouge' to life

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:08:00 EST

Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet will bring "Moulin Rouge - The Ballet" to Purdue University's Elliott Hall of Music at 8:00 p.m. on March 24.

Indiana Academy of Science to meet at Purdue

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:14:00 EST

A Purdue University distinguished professor of chemical engineering, a NASA astronomer and the state school superintendent of instruction will speak at Purdue on March 10 as part of the 127th annual meeting of the Indiana Academy of Science.

Purdue to honor the Distinguished Women Scholars Class of 2012

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:15:00 EST

Three Purdue alumnae have been named as the university's Class of 2012 Distinguished Women Scholars.

Athlete, fashion model to speak at Purdue

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:50:00 EST

Aimee Mullins, an athlete, fashion model, advocate and actress, will be the keynote speaker for a series of events in March to celebrate Purdue University's College of Health and Human Sciences.

Purdue Musical Organizations presents inspirational 'Embrace the Sound'

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:56:00 EST

The fourth offering from "Embrace the Sound," an arts series from Purdue Musical Organizations featuring five performances which are free and open to the public, will be presented on March 2.

High school students invited to CONNECT with computer science

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:57:00 EST

Purdue University's Department of Computer Science invites high school students to learn more about one of the fastest-growing fields through the CONNECT Through the World of Computer Science program on April 16.

Beef evaluation open house set for April 10

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:43:00 EST

Commercial cattle producers and other owners of bulls will receive expert advice on proper care and breeding at the annual Indiana Beef Evaluation Program Open House.

Purdue common reading program selects book for 2012-2013

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:39:00 EST

An inspiring true story about a boy whose inventiveness changed the lives of those in his community has been selected for Purdue's campus-wide reading program to help new students connect at the university.

Finalists selected for 25th annual Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition next week at Purdue

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:26:00 EST

The 10 finalists have been selected for Tuesday's (Feb. 21) Burton D. Morgan Business Plan Competition, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary with winners from the undergraduate and graduate student categories.

C-SPAN founder to speak at Purdue about media, presidential election

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:41:00 EST

C-SPAN founder and CEO Brian Lamb will lead a classroom forum about media, politics and the presidential election at Purdue University on Feb. 28.

College, high school teams ready for Rube Goldberg showdown

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:38:00 EST

It will feel like a party when collegiate and high school teams fill the Purdue University Armory for this year's local Rube Goldberg Machine Contest.

Workshop series teaches basics of grant writing

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:31:00 EST

An annual workshop series offered by Purdue University Extension will help those who work for nonprofit organizations and government agencies learn how to prepare grant proposals.

Workshop to increase awareness of soil health, conservation

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:35:00 EST

Agronomists, farmers and landowners can receive information on hot topics in soil health and conservation at the Bi-County Soil Conservation Workshop.

Ambassador to speak at Purdue about democracy, Arab world

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:58:00 EST

A former ambassador to Jordan who is an expert in the areas of diplomacy and communication in the Middle East, will speak at Purdue University about changes the Arab world has experienced as a result of the 2010-11 uprisings.

Purdue faculty explores 'The Problem of God'

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:35:00 EST

Purdue's Christian Faculty and Staff Network is sponsoring "The Problem of God," an annual two-day symposium Feb. 17-18 where Purdue professors and experts address the issue of God within the context of science, politics, homosexuality and Islam, among other topics.

Pianist Greg Kostraba highlights Purdue Bands' winter music gala

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:16:00 EST

Pianist Greg Kostraba expresses his creativity during the day as program director for WBAA Radio. Out of the office, and on stage, he's a passionate pianist. As part of Purdue Bands & Orchestra's Winter Music Gala on Feb. 19, he'll perform two works for piano and orchestra that were written by prominent African-American composers.

Bull reproductive exams important as breeding season approaches

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 15:08:00 EST

Examining bulls for reproductive soundness is important as breeding season approaches, says a Purdue Extension beef specialist.

Purdue Wind Ensemble to perform Feb. 29 in Indianapolis

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:00:00 EST

Purdue Bands will co-host the national American Bandmasters Association convention in late February in Indianapolis with colleagues from Butler, Ball State and Indiana universities, and the Purdue Wind Ensemble will be featured.