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Book Co-Edited by IPFW Professor with Chapter Illustrations by IPFW Designer to be Featured at National Conference as Best of the Best

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:13:08 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Complete Dinosaur, second edition, co-edited by IPFW Professor James O. Farlow, with chapter illustrations and other graphics by IPFW graphic designer James Whitcraft, and published by Indiana University Press, will be one of the featured books at “Best of the Best from University Presses" during the American Library Association’s Annual Conference.

March UC² Presentation Digs into Vanishing Worlds

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:10:18 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed various places of the world, including parts of what is now the United States. Today, those creatures still have an impact on this country. “A Vanished World: The Science of Reconstructing Dinosaur Habitats from the Fossil Record” is the topic of the next IPFW College of Art and Sciences University Community Conversation (UC2) lecture.

Mythbuster Next Omnibus Speaker

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:33:09 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW) Omnibus Lecture Series presents robotics engineer Grant Imahara and “Engineering in Entertainment”, Monday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhinehart Music Center. The lecture is open to the public; however, free tickets are required.

Laser Lights Illuminate Lunch with an IPFW Scientist in March

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:13:45 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Ever since the first Star Wars movie, kids of all ages have been fascinated with lasers. If you’re between the ages of 8 and 14, you can learn more about lasers at the Saturday, March 9, edition of Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central.

Local Student Mathletes® to Compete in Math Contest

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:00:24 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will host area middle school Mathletes® as they compete in the Anthony Wayne chapter contest of the national MATHCOUNTS® program, Saturday, February 16, in the Walb Student Union Ballroom.

IPFW Hosts Regional Science Olympiad: Revolutionizing Science Education

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:57:43 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will host the 2013 Science Olympiad, Saturday, February 2, beginning with registration at 9 a.m. in the lobby of Neff Hall.

Research Project Illustration Makes the Cover of the Journal of the American Chemical Society

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:59:18 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—IPFW Associate Professor of Chemistry Steven Stevenson is no stranger to having research papers he authored or co-authored appear in scientific journals. However, he was not expecting a graphic illustration from his latest co-authored paper to be selected to grace the cover of the Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS).

Lunch with an IPFW Scientist to Feature Lego Robots

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:25:38 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central, Saturday, December 8, features a presentation by Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) physics instructor Jacob Millspaw that includes things all kids love: robots and Lego® building blocks.

College of Arts and Sciences Commemorates 25th Anniversary with Beineke Medal Presentation

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:44:25 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Twenty-five years ago, the College of Arts and Sciences was formed at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) when the academic units of both IU and Purdue reorganized to reflect the consistency of their missions.

December First Mondays Lecture Examines the Layer Cake Paradox

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:17:56 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The College of Arts and Sciences at IPFW's First Mondays lecture series for December is “The Layer Cake Paradox: How Did Patchy Environments Become Uniformly Layered Sediments in the Ancient Marine Deposits of Cincinnati?” It will be presented by Assistant Professor of Geology Benjamin Dattilo.

First Monday Lecture in November Digs in to Wildlife Populations

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:41:51 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW’s) popular First Mondays lecture series is digging into wildlife populations for its November lecture, Monday, November 5, from noon to 1:15 p.m. in Science Building, Room 168.

IPFW to Dedicate New High Tech Lab

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:32:03 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Department of Geosciences at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will dedicate the Argast Family Imaging and Analysis Lab, Friday, November 2, at 1 p.m. in the Science Building, Room, 263.

Physics Department Brings Frankenstein Story to Life at Halloween Open Houses

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:42:41 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Every Halloween are any number of “Frankensteins” can be found trick or treating. This year, the Department of Physics at IPFW is inviting school-age children and their parents to attend an open house and see the story of Frankenstein come to life.

Weather, Robots, Bugs, Lasers, and Snakes Highlight 2012–13 Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Season at Science Central

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:30:28 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Parents: here’s a great way to get your kids off the couch and away from computer or video games. Take your kids to Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central on the second Saturday of the month, beginning October 8, and let them be dazzled by science!

IPFW Scientist Digs at Famous Glen Rose Dinosaur Footprint Site

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:48:37 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Starting this week a team of scientists, researchers, students, and collaborators from across the world will descend on the Paluxy Riverbed at Glen Rose, Texas to document and study the footprints and track sites. The team is led by James Farlow, professor of geology at IPFW. The dig is partially funded by the National Geographic Society.

IPFW Professor, Colleagues Publish Letter in Nature

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:01:13 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—For the fourth time since he came to Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) in 1982, Schrey Professor and Chair of the Department of Biology Frank Paladino has been published in Nature, one of the most cited publications in science.

Second Annual IPFW CTE/STEM Expo Highlights Opportunities in Science-Related Careers

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:29:10 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Students in elementary, middle, or high school, as well as those already in college, are invited to attend the Second Annual CTE/STEM Expo, Thursday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Walb Student Union Ballroom at IPFW.

IPFW Hosts Paleontological Society Distinguished Lecturer

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:09:17 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—A topic receiving a lot of recent attention is the debate over teaching creationism in public schools. Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW’s) College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Geosciences, and the Paleontological Society are proud to sponsor Paleontological Society Distinguished Lecturer Patricia H. Kelly.

Student Mathletes to Compete in Local MATHCOUNTS Competition

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:34:41 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Mathletes® from area middle schools will compete in the Anthony Wayne Chapter Contest of the National MATHCOUNTS® program this Saturday, February 4.

IPFW Chancellor Wartell Receives U.S. Army Award

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:22:42 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW’s) Chancellor Michael A. Wartell is the recipient of the Department of the Army’s Commander’s Award for Civilian Service.

“Reefs through Time” is First Lunch with an IPFW Scientist of 2012

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:16:25 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—What makes up the modern reefs that surround some islands? What about ancient reefs—where are they today? Participants will learn the answers at the next Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Asks “Where Do Bugs Go in Winter?”

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:29:06 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Jordan Marshall, assistant professor of biology at IPFW, is the presenter at the next Lunch with an IPFW Scientist, Saturday, December 10, at Science Central.

IPFW Hosts Indiana’s Largest Robotics Tournament for Kids

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:45:09 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—With over 19,000 teams in more than 50 countries, FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) is constantly expanding. Indiana’s FLL teams research real-world scientific topics as they design and build an original robot using LEGO MINDSTORMS technology to accomplish the missions set forth in the 2011 FIRST® LEGO® League “Food Factor” Challenge.

Green Technology Research and Solar Cells Subject of Presentation

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:53:26 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Green chemistry, also called sustainable chemistry, is chemical research and engineering that encourages the design of products and processes that minimize the use and generation of hazardous substances. Norman (Liang-Szu) Lu, Ph.D., will share his findings that support global initiatives in Envirotech (Environmental or Green Technology) in an open presentation, Tuesday, December 6,

Creating New Molecules is Focus of First Monday Presentation

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:38:15 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The December 5, 2011 First Mondays series presentation by IPFW Assistant Professor of Chemistry Steven Stevenson, “The Discovery of New Molecules at Plasma Temperatures,” takes place Monday, December 5.

Science Café Explores “Making Our Future”

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:21:22 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—IPFW's Sigma Xi-sponsored Science Café will examine how we can make our future, Wednesday, November 30, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Firefly Coffee House, 3523 N. Anthony Blvd. The event is free and open to the public.

Physics Professor Asks, “Should We be Afraid?” at Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:10:50 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Mark Masters, chair and professor of physics at IPFW, is the November presenter at Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central. The next lunch is Saturday, November 12, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Science Central, where Masters will ask the question, “Should we be afraid?”

IPFW Distinguished Lecturer Series Focuses on Nature’s Way of Minimizing Energy

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:10:38 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Lecturer Series will host Peter Dragnev, professor and interim chair of the Department of Mathematics, as he presents “Electrons, Buckyballs, and Orifices: Nature’s Way of Minimizing Energy,” Wednesday, November 9.

Sigma Xi Hosts Panel Discussion on Undergraduate Research at IPFW

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:39:02 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—IPFW offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in research projects with faculty from all of the university’s schools and colleges. But not everyone knows about these opportunities. To remedy that situation, IPFW’s chapter of Sigma Xi, the scientific research society, is hosting a panel discussion, “Undergraduate Research at IPFW."

Glow Sticks and Fireflies Highlight First 2011–12 Lunch with an IPFW Scientist at Science Central

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:59:22 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Have you ever wondered how fireflies can light up the night sky or what makes a glow stick glow? Both can produce light, not by using electricity, but as a byproduct of a chemical reaction.

Glow Sticks, Coral Reefs, Bones, and Bugs Highlight 2011–12 Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Season at Science Central

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:04:36 EDT

New NISTEM Express Vehicles Unveiled

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:44:24 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The study of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) by K–12 students in northeast Indiana received a boost today (Friday, August 26) with the formal unveiling of two vehicles designed to bring STEM to their classrooms.

NISTEM to Unveil newest Acquisitions

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:14:04 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—NISTEM, otherwise known as the Northeast Indiana Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Resource Center, IPFW, and Science Central will hold a news conference and ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, August 26, at 10 a.m. in front of the Science Central building at 1950 North Clinton. NISTEM’s latest acquisitions will be unveiled at the news conference.

IPFW Welcomes Taiwanese Students for Leadership Workshop

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:34:18 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will host a delegation of 24 students from National Cheng-Kung University in Tainan, Taiwan, for a two-week leadership workshop on the IPFW campus beginning Monday, July 18.

IPFW Scientists Sift Through Sinkhole One Last Time

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:33:28 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—It was 13 years ago that scientists, teachers, students, and an army of volunteers began excavating fossils from the Pipe Creek Jr. sinkhole near Marion, Ind. This week, James Farlow, professor of geology at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) and a group of volunteers are back for one last dig at the site.

IPFW Signs Historic Agreement with Chengdu Panda Research Center

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:36:56 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is the first university to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Chengdu Base for Giant Panda Reproduction and the Global Cause Foundation (GCF).

Homestead Student Advances to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair

Tue, 03 May 2011 14:01:53 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Sachin Jain, a senior at Homestead High School, was awarded first place among all 12th grade projects at the Hoosier State Science and Engineering Fair (HSEF) held at Ivy Tech Community College–Bloomington on April 2, 2011.

Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment: Yesterday and Today

Wed, 04 May 2011 09:08:51 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—At the next Lunch with an IPFW Scientist, children will participate in a demonstration of water treatment process with Dong Chen, assistant professor of environmental engineering in the College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne.

IPFW Science Café Addresses Earthquake in Japan

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:47:10 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The April Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Science Café will focus on the geological aspects of the tragedy in Japan.

IPFW Professor Visits Kosovo to Help “Green School”

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:35:46 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—In an effort to support 21st century learning in Kosovo, Jeffrey Nowak, associate professor of science education, recently visited the “Green School” in Pristina, (former Serbia) Kosovo, to design two science labs focusing on technology and environmental education.

IPFW CTE/STEM Expo Presents Science-Related Career Opportunities

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:21:28 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Science-related careers offer many opportunities, yet students aren’t always aware of the exciting aspects of the fields of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Connect Chemistry to Your Kitchen at Lunch with an IPFW Scientist

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:43:34 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Turning your kitchen into a chemistry lab isn’t as big an experiment as you might think. Karen Ericson, Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) assistant professor of chemistry and director of the Vitamin B6 Lab, will show participants just how related these facilities really are.

Canterbury High School Places Second in Science Olympiad at IPFW

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 10:22:58 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Eight teams of students from seven northeast Indiana high schools took part in the 2011 Science Olympiad held at IPFW, Saturday, Feb. 12. Fort Wayne’s Canterbury School (Newton team) took second place in the competition and will advance to the Indiana state competition in early April.

New IPFW Information Analytics and Visualization Center Provides Cutting Edge Technology for Students and Community

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:02:29 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Members of the media are invited to the opening of the Information Analytics and Visualization Center (IAVC) at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) on Wednesday, Feb. 23.

Green Thumbs and Black Coffee

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:20:43 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Budding gardeners and seasoned green thumbs alike will want to attend the February Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Science Café.

20th Annual Engineers Week High School Bridge Building Contest at IPFW

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:32:16 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Spectators cheering each bridge as the “crusher” does its job is the highlight of the annual Engineers Week High School Bridge Building Contest on Saturday, Feb. 26.

Area High School Students Compete in Science Olympiad at IPFW

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 14:22:26 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Teams from seven local high schools will compete in a regional Science Olympiad tournament at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Saturday, Feb. 12.

Navigate Your Way to the February Lunch with an IPFW Scientist

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 14:14:50 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Participants won’t get lost when they attend the February Lunch with an IPFW Scientist session. Carol Lawton, professor and chair of the Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Department of Psychology, will present “Minds, Maps, and Mazes."

IPFW Hosts Indiana’s Largest Robotics Tournament for Kids!

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:15:09 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—With 17,000+ teams in more than 50 countries, FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) is constantly expanding. Indiana joins those ranks, fielding a record breaking 166 teams from throughout the state.

IPFW Students to Demonstrate Wireless Robot Project

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 11:11:43 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Members of the media are invited to a news conference at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) on Wednesday, Dec. 8. Senior engineering students will present their senior design project — a Wireless Teleoperated Robot.

Hot Coffee and Global Warming: IPFW Science Café Prompts Scientific Discussion in a Casual Setting

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:31:11 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Global warming – we hear a lot about it, but what exactly is it and how does it occur? Carl Drummond, dean of the Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences and professor of geosciences, will discuss it at the next IPFW Science Café.

Get the Picture at the Next “Lunch with an IPFW Scientist” Session

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:11:25 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Learn about the history and chemistry behind early photographic processes at the next Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist session.

Argentina Mountains Provide Lab Environment for IPFW Professor and Students

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:45:41 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—This week, Aranzazu Pinan-Llamas,assistant professor of geology at IPFW, is presenting to 6,000 fellow scientists at the Geological Society of America (SGA) 2010 Annual Meeting and Exposition in Denver.

Middle School Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Career Day at IPFW

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 15:40:54 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— On Friday, Oct, 15, the College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science at IPFW hosted the first of two middle school career days. The second career day will be held on Friday, Oct. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

IPFW Professor Receives Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:50:56 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is pleased to announce Associate Professor of Biology Shree S. Dhawale is the recipient of a Fulbright-Nehru Scholarship and will be teaching and conducting research in India for the 2011 spring semester.

“Bald Eagles in Fort Wayne” Starts Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:28:06 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Learn about bald eagles and the hope for their return to northern Indiana at the first Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist session of the year.

IPFW Professor Publishes Book for Military and Industrial Use

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 14:19:20 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Abdullah Eroglu, assistant professor of electrical engineering at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), is author of the recently released book, Wave Propagation and Radiation in Gyrotropic and Anisotropic Media. The book publisher is Springer.

Hands-on Fun with Science: The 2010-11 Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:14:29 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Why does Chemistry have a place in the kitchen as well as a photographer’s darkroom? Discover the answers and many more surprising facts at this season’s 2010–11 Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series.

IPFW Distinguished Lecturer Series Presents, “Why the Fuss about Darwin and Evolution?”

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:51:24 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences’ Distinguished Lecturer Series will host Eugenie C. Scott to begin this academic year’s series. The lecture is free and open to the public.

IPFW Announces Promotion and Tenure Recipients

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:18:04 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW’s) Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs William McKinney is pleased to announce the promotion and/or tenure of 14 faculty members.

Media Opportunities at RiverFest

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:24:57 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—IPFW RiverFest 2010, presented by Steel Dynamics, is just around the corner, and all members of the media are invited to cover the festival and all its related activities, Saturday, June 26.

Rediscover Our Rivers at IPFW RiverFest

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:16:39 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Celebrate the river- on the river- at the IPFW RiverFest on June 26, 2010.

IPFW Hosts Green Innovation Awards

Mon, 24 May 2010 16:07:29 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Center for the Built Environment is sponsoring the Northeast Indiana Green Build Coalition (NEIGBC) 2010 Green Innovation Awards on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at the IPFW Holiday Inn at 7:30 a.m.

IPFW Biology Professor Receives NIH Grant for More than $200,000

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:16:59 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Robert J. Visalli, associate professor of biology at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), has been awarded a $220,500 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for his research project Varicella-zoster virus DNA encapsidation proteins.

Natural Step Workshop Cancelled

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:48:45 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Natural Step workshop hosted by the Indiana University–Purdue University (IPFW) Center for the Built Environment on Wednesday, April 21, has been cancelled.

IPFW Honors Omicron Psi Members

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:23:45 EDT

The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) chapter of the Omicron Psi National Honorary Society will honor non-traditional students who combine academic achievement with community service at a ceremony Monday April 19. The induction ceremony takes place at 6:30 p.m. in the Walb Student Union Ballroom. Members of the media are invited to attend to cover the event.

International Sustainability Consultants to Speak at IPFW

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:01:19 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Indiana University–Purdue University (IPFW) Center for the Built Environment will host The Natural Step, who will present a framework for sustainable thinking and a network for conscious leaders.

IPFW College of Arts and Sciences to Honor 112 Students

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:37:57 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) will hold its 23rd annual Honors Banquet Thursday, April 22. The ceremony to honor students within the college will take place in the Walb Student Union Ballroom with seating begins at 5:30 p.m., the buffet commencing at 6 p.m., and the awards ceremony immediately following.

Interns for Indiana Program Seeks End to Brain Drain

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:54:09 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The Interns for Indiana program wants to lessen the brain drain by keeping Hoosier college graduates in Indiana. One way the program is seeking to do that is to place high quality student interns with start-up companies. That, in turn, helps accelerate company growth, while providing students with valuable educational experiences.

National Serv-All Announces Sponsorship of 40th Anniversary Earth Day Celebration at IPFW

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:07:29 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— National Serv-All announces its sponsorship of Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW) 2010 Earth Day celebration, which will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, in the Walb Student Union Ballroom and Rooms 114-116. It is free and open to the public.

Find New Shapes in Nature at the Next Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:01:45 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Shapes are found everywhere you look in nature. Explore them and even discover new shapes at the next Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist. Adam Coffman, associate professor of mathematics, will present “Geometry in Nature,” Saturday, Apr. 10, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Science Central. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

IPFW Recognizes Disability Awareness Month in March

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:38:31 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Celebrated in March in Indiana, Disability Awareness Month is observed to increase awareness and promote independence, integration, and inclusion of all people with disabilities. Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will honor the month with “The Unspoken Epidemic,” where two speakers will share their experiences with mental illness. The event is Tuesday, March 30, at noon in the Walb Student Union Ballroom. It is free and open to the public.

Death of the Hard-Bound Book? IPFW Speaker Addresses E-texts

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:28:19 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Are the days of higher education students carrying around heavy textbooks soon to be gone? David W. Lewis will speak about “The Future of the Textbook: Will E-texts be the Death of the Hard-bound?” at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Wednesday, March 24, at 2 p.m. in Neff Hall, Room 101. The lecture is free and open to the public.

Area Students Advance to Northeast Indiana Regional Science and Engineering Fair at IPFW

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:44:17 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Is your cat ambidextrous? This question, in addition to many other questions on topics like bio fuels, food, bugs, germs, and human behavior, will be answered by area K–12 students Saturday, March 20, at the Northeast Indiana Regional Science and Engineering Fair. The fair is held at the IPFW Gates Sports Center and will host approximately 275 students whose projects have advanced from their school fair. Those students will display their winning projects and be onhand to explain them to the judges as they compete for awards and cash prizes.

Groundbreaking for IPFW Columbia City Sustainable Trailhead Building

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:20:52 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Members of the media are invited to a groundbreaking ceremony for the IPFW Columbia City Trailhead Project on Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at 1:30 p.m., at the site of the sustainable building to be constructed by IPFW construction engineering students with local sponsors and mentors, at 425 S. Whitley Street in Columbia City. Speakers will include IPFW Chancellor Michael Wartell; Jim Fleck, mayor of Columbia City; and Karl Reusser, president of Friends of the Eel River Trail. Regina Leffers, director of the IPFW Center for the Built Environment, and an IPFW student will comment on the project.

IPFW Journalism Coordinator to Join Oxford University Roundtable

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:06:29 EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind.— Ann Colbert, director of the Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) journalism program, will travel to England March 15 through 19 to present at an Oxford University Roundtable.

IPFW and St. Jude Partner for Hands-on Science Fun

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:17:03 EST

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) education students will provide some hands-on fun and learning for St. Jude Catholic School fourth and fifth graders next week. The IPFW students will lead science experiments and engaging science lessons Tuesday, March 16, as part of a community partnership between the two schools. Members of the media are invited to cover the lessons.

Florida Professor of Bionic Medicine to Speak at 7th Annual Society of Women Engineers Opportunity Banquet at IPFW

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:56:11 EST

Justin C. Sanchez, Ph.D., leading expert in the development of brain machine interfaces—that is, computers operated with brain waves, will be the guest speaker at the 7th Annual Opportunity Banquet sponsored by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW). The banquet will be Friday, March 26, from 4:30 to 9 p.m. in the IPFW Walb Student Union Ballroom. A job fair featuring several northeast Indiana engineering companies will precede the banquet from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Experience a World of Silence at “Deaf, Deaf World”

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:59:30 EST

What’s everyday life like for those with hearing impairments? The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Department of Communications Sciences and Disorders will host “Deaf, Deaf World” to offer an evening of immersion into the Deaf culture. The event takes place Thursday, March 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Walb Student Union Ballroom. It is free and open to the public.

An Out-of-this-World Experience at the March Lunch with an IPFW Scientist

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:26:32 EDT

Discover dark energy and matter at the March Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist program. Ron Duchovic, associate professor of chemistry at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), will present “Dark Matter and Dark Energy: The Current Puzzle,” Saturday, March 13, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Science Central. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

Three Local Teams Place in Science Olympiad 2010

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:21:28 EST

Six teams of students from northeast Indiana high schools took part in the 2010 Science Olympiad held at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), Saturday, Feb. 6. Three teams placed in the top three in science, engineering, and technology events.

Test Your Sleuthing Skills at CSI Fort Wayne

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:12:42 EST

Kids can learn some of the sleuthing skills they see on their favorite T.V. shows at the upcoming Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist program. Karen Bruewer, limited term lecturer in the Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Division of Public and Environmental Affairs, will present “CSI Fort Wayne,” Saturday, Feb. 13 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Science Central. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

IPFW’s Andres Receives Prestigious New Frontiers Grant

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:23:33 EST

Christopher Andres, assistant professor of anthropology at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) received a grant from Indiana University 2010 New Frontiers in the Arts and Humanities competition. The grant for $42,480 will fund his summer research project, “Mapping the Political and Built Environments at Tipan Chen Uitz, Cayo District, Belize.”

IPFW Anthropology Department Offers Students Out-of-Classroom Experience

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:21:21 EST

With the spring semester beginning at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), students will be looking for out-of-the classroom opportunities to add to their résumés and give them real-life experience. The IPFW anthropology department is sure to provide students involved with the program a diverse list of opportunities for the upcoming semester. In just the past eight months, the department involved 11 of its students in activities ranging from field research in Belize to presenting research on skeletal remains at a national conference.

Seven Local Teams Compete in 2010 Science Olympiad at IPFW

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:27:22 EST

Seven teams of students from area high schools will go for the gold at the 2010 Northeast Indiana Regional Science Olympiad at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), Saturday, Feb. 6. The teams of 15 students each will compete in 27 events in the areas of science, engineering, and technology, including four new trial events. Some topics for the contest include remote sensing, forensics, disease detectives, health science, and sumo-bots.

See and Study Rome This Summer

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:34:26 EST

Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is offering an opportunity to visit Rome, Italy, to anyone from the campus or community at- large. Rome, Italy: Off the Beaten Path is a 14-day study tour sponsored by the IPFW Interior Design program. Travel for pleasure or gain three college credits, July 12–24, 2010. The cost for noncredit travelers is $3,580, which includes airfare, lodging on the beautiful Aventine Hill, all travel and entrance fees, most meals, and basic medical insurance. The cost for credit students is $3,200 plus tuition. Deposit is due by Feb. 19, 2010. Class size is limited.

Is Intelligent Design a Pseudo-Science?

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:12:00 EDT

The Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) University Religious Forum will host “Understanding the Nature of Science: Why Intelligent Design is Considered a Pseudo-Science” with Jeff Nowak, Ph.D., Thursday, Nov. 19, from noon to 1:15 p.m. in IPFW Walb Student Union, Room G21.

Create Your Own Clone at the next Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:38:02 EDT

Explore the field of cloning at the next Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist. Shree Dhawale, Ph.D., will present, “Send in the Clones,” Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

Science Café Series Continues November 2

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:29:55 EDT

Science Café, sponsored by the Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Chapter of Sigma Xi, presents Chair and Associate Professor of Physics Mark Masters and “The Game of Science,” Monday, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m. at the Firefly Coffee House, 3523 N. Anthony Blvd. Masters will lead a brief activity on the nature of science investigation in which people of all backgrounds can participate. The rest of the hour will be for questions and group discussion. This is a free event and the public is welcome to attend. No science background is assumed or required.

IPFW Dean Wins National Geoscience Award

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:54:03 EDT

Carl Drummond, dean of the Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences and professor of geology, will receive the James H. Shea Award through the National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT). The NAGT will present him with the award at the Geological Society of America’s annual meeting next week (Oct. 18–21) in Portland, Ore.

“"Ssssnake Sssstudies” Starts Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:11:20 EDT

Slithering snakes are the topic of the first Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist session of the year. Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) professor and chair of biology Bruce Kingsbury will discuss “Ssssnake Sssstudies” Saturday, Oct. 10, at Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

Walking Whales and Their Evolution

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:33:12 EDT

Walking whales may seem about as believable as flying pigs, but there actually was a time in whale evolution when the mammoth mammals walked the Earth. Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) will host “Origin and Early Evolution of Whales” with Philip D. Gingerich, Ph.D., director of the Museum of Paleontology at the University of Michigan. The seminar will take place Friday, Sept. 18, at noon in the Science Building, Room 185. It is free and open to the public.

Hands-on Fun with Science: The 2009-10 Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:53:54 EDT

Slithering snakes, complex computers, and magnificent Maya architecture are just a few of the topics for the 2009-10 Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Series. Eight Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) faculty members will present fun and informative hands-on sessions Oct. 2009 through May 2010.

Local Orthodontist Donates Skull Collection to IPFW

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:42:47 EDT

Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) accepted an unusual donation from long-time local orthodontist Dr. Don Lahrman today, (July 9, 2009). Lahrman donated his collection of seven human skulls to the university to be used as teaching aids in various departments, such as dental and nursing training, anthropology, and in anatomy classes for the IU School of Medicine at IPFW.

Rabbits, Tortillas, and Bread…Oh My! The Nature-Nurture Debate Revisited

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:25:44 EDT

What are you like and why? While the answer is still up for debate, you can learn more about nature versus nurture at the May Science Central Lunch with an IPFW Scientist. Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Psychology faculty members Michelle Drouin and Lesa Vartanian will discuss “The Nature vs. Nurture Debate Revisited” Saturday, May 9, at Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

IPFW Distinguished Lecture Series Presents “Snake Tales”

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:50:11 EDT

Snake research and conservation will be the topic of the spring Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Lecture Series. Bruce Kingsbury, professor and chair of the biology department and director of the Center for Reptile and Amphibian Conservation and Management, will present, “Snake Tales: Chasing Reptiles and Promoting Conservation” Thursday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. in Neff Hall, room 101. The lecture is free and open to the public.

NISTEM Gift Means More Web Resources for Learning

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:10:57 EDT

The Northeast Indiana Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (NISTEM) Education Resource Center recently received a gift totaling $50,000 for the development of online resources. The Society for Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Education Foundation, Lockrey Manufacturing, and the Makulinski Family Foundation contributed to the gift.

Channeling Knowledge: IPFW Hosts River Expert

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:02:40 EDT

Studying channels on Mars, underwater landslides that trigger tsunamis, and wetland loss around the Mississippi River Delta are some of the interests of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW) guest lecturer David Mohrig, Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin associate professor of geology will speak at IPFW Tuesday, April 7, at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. in Kettler Hall, Room G46. Both lectures are free and open to the public.

Science Central’s Lunch with an IPFW Scientist Goes Green!

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:54:01 EDT

Go green this April with Science Central’s Lunch with an IPFW Scientist. Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering D.J. Marshall will discuss “Alternative Energy and Your Home,” Saturday, April 11, at Science Central, 1950 N. Clinton, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The program is open to the public at a cost of $16 per person; $9 for Science Central members. Lunch is included.

Channeling Knowledge: IPFW Hosts River Expert

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 10:51:37 EDT

Studying channels on Mars, underwater landslides that trigger tsunamis, and wetland loss around the Mississippi River Delta are some of the interests of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne’s (IPFW) guest lecturer David Mohrig, Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin associate professor of geology will speak at IPFW Tuesday, April 7, at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. in the Science Building, Room 209. Both lectures are free and open to the public.