Fortner will leave the University, but will leave it in good hands . The University was set to award 17 honorary degrees to alumni, friends and retired faculty members at May commencement ceremonies. The National Academy of Engineering is restricted to those who make the greatest contributions to the field. Two Purdue alumni now count themselves among that elite group. On-campus residence fees for next year will increase about 4 percent.
Work is under way on construction projects on two campuses.
Take a look at the new Purdue Calumet building . Convocations has a stellar 1997-98 lineup planned. But before that, the West Lafayette Campus hosts camps for the young and the seasoned . Take a look at the sports and entertainment events on Purdue campuses beginning in early May and continuing through the end of the summer. We also list special events such as commencement exercises, key summer dates and the beginning of the fall semester.