New Announcements

1. Big News at the PMU
   The Union Market Renovation Project was approved by the Board of Trustees on December 16. The Union Market and Freshens are now closed and will undergo a major transformation, resulting in five new restaurant concepts opening next fall--La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill, Lemongrass (Asian/Thai), Flatbreads (gourmet sandwiches and salads), Zia Juice (fresh juice and smoothies), and the Urban Market (an upscale convenience store featuring organic foods and a cereal bar). During renovations, PMU will continue to serve you at Villa Pizza, Pappy’s (including breakfast service), Starbucks, the Oasis and the Sagamore Restaurant, plus a new grab and go operation (Quick Cuisine) is now open across from the Oasis. Villa Pizza will remain open through Spring Break, at which time it will also undergo renovation to include a new line of pizza offerings, a new “Pick & Mix” salad component, and a new name--Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen.
2. Bring your student organization to the game
   Purdue vs. Ohio State January 29, 2007
   The 11th ranked Purdue Women’s Basketball team would like to invite all student organization to Pack Mackey in their quest for a Big Ten Title as they take on the 8th ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. Tickets have been reduced to $2 per person! Sit in a block with your student organization t-shirts to promote public relations. Don’t miss the opportunity to support your Boilers!
3. 2007 McGaughey Leadership Award applications available
   Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Awards will be presented in the spring semester of 2007 to at least seven Purdue students. The amount of each award is at least $2,000. The late Mr. McGaughey, a 1939 graduate of Purdue University developed these awards to honor Purdue undergraduates who show leadership abilities and the appreciation for basic American values.
   Please encourage your organization members to apply! Application packets and applicant requirements are now available here and in room 250 of Schleman Hall. Application deadline: Friday, February 23, 2007. For more information e-mail sao@purdue.edu.
4. Student Leadership Development course (spring semester)
   EDPS 300A - Student Leadership Development (Pablo Malavenda)
   The course is intended to be a study of leadership styles and to assist you in developing your own leadership potential. The course will include a review of leadership theories and philosophies, which will be applied to fictional characters, prominent leaders in history, and your leadership activities. Contact your advisor about signing up for this course or check out our website for more information.
5. Boiler Gold Rush team leader callout
   Looking for a way to get more involved on campus, develop your leadership skills, and make new friends from all over Purdue? Boiler Gold Rush is looking for students who want to share their enthusiasm for Purdue to apply to be Team Leaders. Team Leaders serve as mentors for groups of 10-15 freshmen during the Boiler Gold Rush program, August 11-16, 2007. They facilitate team building activities, give campus tours, guide participants to BGR activities, and answer new students’ questions. Applicants must be enrolled at Purdue for the spring and fall semesters of 2007 and must have a minimum 2.25 GPA. Please encourage your organization’s members to attend our callouts, which will be held January 22, 23, and 24 at 7 pm (Location TBA). The application process and specific details about the position will be discussed. Applications are due online on February 2nd at 5 pm. For more information, please visit our website.
6. Cooperative Housing formal recruitment days
   The Cooperative Housing Formal Recruitment days for both men and women will take place on Saturday, January 20th and 27th, 2007. Women’s Informal Recruitment is on February 3rd and 4th. Cooperative Housing is the most affordable housing on campus. If you or your members are interested in living in a Cooperative House or would like more information, please visit our website or contact Cassie Haskett, President.
7. Grand Alternative Grant Information Sessions and Application Information
   Grand Alternative is YOUR alternative for substance-free fun during Grand Prix. This annual celebration grows bigger and better every year with more than 50 events including concerts, movies, parties, cookouts, athletic events, and Grand Prix racing festivities. Pair up with another organization or host your own event, apply for grant funding before it is too late! Grant Information Session Call-Out, January 22nd and 23rh, 5:30 p.m., Stewart Center 313. Applications can also be downloaded off the web. Applications are due February 9h. Together let’s make Grand Alternative 2007 bigger then ever!

Other Important Announcements

1. FSBIT (For Small But Important Things) Award
   The purpose of FSBIT is to provide limited, one-time financial support to recognized student organizations pursuing worthy projects for which there are no other funds. Purdue alumni, through their generous giving, have established the FSBIT fund. While funds are provided by the Purdue Alumni Association, awards are approved and administered by the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. The maximum award is $500.
   Proposals may be submitted by student organizations recognized by the Office of the Dean of Students. Funding may only be awarded for the same event or activity once. An organization may only receive one FSBIT award per academic year. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. To request an application, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Services (765) 49-45776 or Michelle Davis. To download the Application and Guidelines please visit this website.
2. Free Advertising from PEEPS
   Want some FREE advertising for your organization’s next alcohol-free event? If so, then visit www.purdue.edu/peeps. On the PEEPS website, click on Activities and scroll down to the bottom of the page to post your activity. We’ll do the rest by advertising our site on Facebook, BTV, and other places around campus. While you’re at the PEEPS site, we hope you’ll stay for a while and look around. For more information, contact Tammy Loew, Student Wellness Office, at 765-496-6780.
3. Community Service Student Grant Program
   The University will fund projects/services that will encourage students becoming involved in community life by assisting in solving problems or providing a service while utilizing their education and expertise. The program goal is to foster the expansion of community service involvement including service learning and experiential learning opportunities by Purdue students in partnership with communities, non-profit agencies, schools, and governmental bodies. Grants ranging from $100 to $500 for individual students or a maximum of $1,500 for a team or organization will be awarded. Applications for the spring semester are due on or before February 2, 2007. To request an application, please contact the Office of Engagement (765) 49-49095 or Cheryl Butz, or visit their website to download the application and guidelines (scroll down to Community Service Student Grant Program).
4. Purdue-Board Posting Now Available
   If you would like to use Purdue-Board to post information about your organization’s events, this service is available to you. Just go to Purdue-Board and log in. Under the “Student Organizations” folder on the left, you can choose a category to post things about your organization (please choose an appropriate category for your organization and do not post in the general Student Organizations folder). The Student Activities and Organizations office will be approving these postings so that you can get information out to your fellow students. With over 200,000 hits this year, this is a great way for you to reach your fellow students. Any questions about Purdue-Board posting procedure/policy can be directed to Matthew Callis.
5. Posting Policy Reminder – Campus Clean-up
   Remember – Only two flyers may be posted within 5 feet of each other. Also, only masking tape can be used to post flyers on sidewalks – no duct tape. For a complete list of posting policies and procedures, check out the University’s posting guidelines.