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February 16, 2016
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Honors Network News
Canada Day at Purdue
Thur. Feb. 18, 5:30pm in Shealy Hall Study Lounge
Meet Douglas George for a presentation titled "Canada's New Government: New Directions for the United States' Biggest Partner". After the presentation, stay for Q&A and dessert reception. George is the Consul General of Canada in Detroit and is responsible for the States of Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
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Interdisciplinary Academics
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Building Strong Academic Relationships workshop
Tonight at 6pm in BRNG 1284
Understand the importance of building strong academic relationships with faculty. We talk about building and maintaining these connections, and how to properly request recommendation letters when the time comes.
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Stamps Scholars Program
Sophomores apply by Feb. 29!
The Purdue Honors College is now accepting applications from sophomores to become Purdue Stamps Scholars in fall 2016. Application deadline is February 29 at 5PM.
The Stamps Scholarship covers up to the full cost of education (including standard allowances for housing and books) at the Purdue University, West Lafayette campus for 4 semesters excluding summer contingent upon fulfilling renewal criteria. It also provides access to an academic enrichment fund of up to $5000, which may be used during undergraduate studies for university-approved educational activities such as study abroad, internships, scholastic conferences, etc.
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UK AND IRELAND SCHOLARSHIPS WEEK
March 1-3, 2016
Get ready for the Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell, Gates Cambridge, or Churchill Scholarships. Attend information sessions and hear guest speakers for the inside scoop on applying for these graduate school scholarships.
Boilermakers who have received these scholarships (remoting in from abroad) or interviewed with the national finalist committees will tell their peers about the application process and its rewards.
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Copernican Scholars Exchange Program
Applications now open!
Applications for the spring 2016 Copernican Scholars Exchange Program in Padua, Italy are now being accepted. Apply by April 8.
An exchange program between the Purdue University Honors College and the Honors College at the Università degli Studi di Padova for two "Copernican Scholars" is set for 2016-2017. Scholar selections will be made prior to the end of May 2016, and the two students selected will serve as ambassadors for the Italian honors student, who will be studying at Purdue during the fall 2016 semester.
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Community & Global Experiences
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UR Executive in Residence
Wed. Feb. 17 and Tues. Feb.23
Join Bridget Epp for a welcome reception on Wednesday, then meet with her at Torch Tuesday. Bridget is the Vice President for Sales, Fine Wine, and Education for Wente Family Estates. As an undergraduate at Purdue she served as an RA and is now a proud parent of a Purdue graduate.
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HCRPC Bubble Ball Soccer
Sat. Feb. 27 from 8-10pm in the Co-Rec MAC Arena
Blow off some steam with a game of bubble ball soccer and group fitness with your fellow students in the Honors College community. No RSVP needed. |
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Upcoming Events
| Torch Tuesdays: Lunch with Honors College faculty and staff |
12-1pm | Wiley Dining Court | Weekly
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| Feb. 16: NISO Workshop: Building Strong Academic Relationships |
6-7pm | BRNG 1284 | RSVP
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| Feb. 17: UR Executive-in-Residence Welcome Reception |
3-4pm | Vawter Living Room
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| Feb. 18: Canada Day at Purdue |
5:30-7:30pm | Shealy Study Lounge
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| Feb. 23: Torch Tuesday with UR Executive-in-Residence |
12-1pm | Wiley Dining Court
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| Feb. 23: UR Executive-in-Residence Farewell Reception |
3-4pm | Vawter Living Room
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| Feb. 27: HCRPC Bubble Ball Soccer |
8-10pm | Co-Rec MAC Arena
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| Feb. 29: Cooking with the Dean |
4-6pm | Co-Rec Demo Kitchen
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Other opportunities
Judy Shepard Keynote: The Legacy of Matthew Shepard
Sat. Feb. 20, 6-7pm in Elliott Hall of Music
Judy travels around the U.S. and the world, speaking about the impacts of hate violence on her own family. In 1998, her son, Matthew, then a twenty-one year old student at the University of Wyoming, was the victim of a hate-motivated crime. Since his death, Judy and her husband Dennis Shepard have been speaking out against hate and around the world. |
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Creating & Presenting an Effective Poster Workshop
Wed. Mar. 3, 6pm in Pfendler Hall Dean's Auditorium
If you have or will soon be completing your undergraduate research project, this workshop by Dr. Karen Plaut and senior Bethany Weldon is a MUST ATTEND EVENT!!! If you will be presenting your research or scholarly project any time in the next year, this session will provide you with all the information you need to create an effective and inviting poster and tips on how to present your research at an upcoming symposium or conference! No RSVP needed. Pizza and drinks will be provided. This event is sponsored by the College of Agriculture. |
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Undergraduate Research and Poster Symposium
Submission Deadline is Mar. 11
The Undergraduate Research and Poster Symposium is open to the public and showcases the research of undergraduate students. Participation in the Undergraduate Research & Poster Symposium earns recognition on your Purdue Co-Curricular Transcript.
Learn more here. |
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Connect With Us:
Contact Info:
Purdue University Honors College
Duhme Hall, Room 134
205 North Russell Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906-4238
Phone: (765) 494-2929
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