January 2025 - Cce-staff-list

Upcoming MSCE Defense Dates
by Ricksy, Jennifer R 30 Apr '26

30 Apr '26

Please visit https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts to find details on the upcoming defense dates for: MSCE: Name Date & Time Location Advisor Area of Study Jain, Nimisha<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts/MS_…> Jul 15, 2024 @ 09:00am BOWN 1003 Varma STR Mittal, Nikhil<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/Academics/Graduate/Current/Abstracts/MS_…> Jul 15, 2024 @ 02:00pm BOWN 1003 Varma STR Regards, Jenny Jenny Ricksy Burke Graduate Program Administrator Ph: 765-494-2436 Fax: 765-494-0395 Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Purdue University 550 Stadium Mall Drive - HAMP 1141 West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051

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FW: 2025 Legislative Memo
by Govindaraju, Rao S 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

All: Please see the message below and the attachment regarding guidance for important information on interaction with government officials. Best. GS From: Sondgerath, William J <wsondgerath(a)purdue.edu> Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 11:09 AM To: Crossley, William A <crossley(a)purdue.edu>; Mosier, Nathan S <mosiern(a)purdue.edu>; Kevin John Otto <kotto(a)purdue.edu>; Kim, Sangtae <kim55(a)purdue.edu>; Govindaraju, Rao S <govind(a)purdue.edu>; Kulkarni, Milind <milind(a)purdue.edu>; Berger, Edward J <bergere(a)purdue.edu>; Sutherland, John W <jwsuther(a)purdue.edu>; Son, Young-Jun <yjson(a)purdue.edu>; Groll, Eckhard A <groll(a)purdue.edu>; Kim, Seungjin <seungjin(a)purdue.edu>; Stanciu, Lia A <lstanciu(a)purdue.edu>; Drineas, Petros S <pdrineas(a)purdue.edu> Cc: Raman, Arvind <raman(a)purdue.edu>; Bahr, David F <dfbahr(a)purdue.edu>; Sondgerath, William J <wsondgerath(a)purdue.edu> Subject: 2025 Legislative Memo Importance: High Dear Heads, On behalf of Dean Raman and Senior Associate Dean Bahr, please review the attached memo from the Office of the Provost which provides guidance for interactions with government officials. Please share accordingly. Thanks, Will William J. Sondgerath Senior Assistant Dean for Staff and Administration, College of Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Purdue University From: Gipson, John A Sent: Thursday, December 12, 2024 4:14 PM To: Ronald Elsenbaumer <ronald.elsenbaumer(a)pfw.edu<mailto:ronald.elsenbaumer@pfw.edu>>; Holford, Kenneth C <cholford(a)pnw.edu<mailto:cholford@pnw.edu>>; Engel, Bernard A. <engelb(a)purdue.edu<mailto:engelb@purdue.edu>>; Phillip J VanFossen <vanfoss(a)purdue.edu<mailto:vanfoss@purdue.edu>>; Raman, Arvind <raman(a)purdue.edu<mailto:raman@purdue.edu>>; Bowman, Aaron B <bowma117(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bowma117@purdue.edu>>; Reingold, David A <reingold(a)purdue.edu<mailto:reingold@purdue.edu>>; McNeil, Beth <memcneil(a)purdue.edu<mailto:memcneil@purdue.edu>>; Bullard, Jim <jim.bullard(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jim.bullard@purdue.edu>>; Barker, Eric L <barkerel(a)purdue.edu<mailto:barkerel@purdue.edu>>; Daniel Francisco Castro <castro98(a)purdue.edu<mailto:castro98@purdue.edu>>; Flesch, Lucy M <lmflesch(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lmflesch@purdue.edu>>; Bret David Marsh <marsh98(a)purdue.edu<mailto:marsh98@purdue.edu>>; Farmus, Cristina D <cfarmus(a)purdue.edu<mailto:cfarmus@purdue.edu>>; Frosch, Robert J <frosch(a)purdue.edu<mailto:frosch@purdue.edu>>; Gates, John F <jfgates(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jfgates@purdue.edu>>; Hall, Cherise R. <cherise(a)purdue.edu<mailto:cherise@purdue.edu>>; McCuskey, Beth M <bmccuske(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bmccuske@purdue.edu>>; Oliver, Haley F <hfoliver(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hfoliver@purdue.edu>>; Prabhakar, Sunil K <sunil(a)purdue.edu<mailto:sunil@purdue.edu>>; Rickus, Jenna L. <rickus(a)purdue.edu<mailto:rickus@purdue.edu>>; Umulis, David M <dumulis(a)purdue.edu<mailto:dumulis@purdue.edu>> Cc: Hazlett, Anne Catherine <achazlet(a)purdue.edu<mailto:achazlet@purdue.edu>>; debbie(a)indianagr.com<mailto:debbie@indianagr.com>; Ahearn, Mark G <mgahearn(a)purdue.edu<mailto:mgahearn@purdue.edu>>; Schultz, Steven R <schult51(a)purdue.edu<mailto:schult51@purdue.edu>>; Grannan, Kimberly M. <kimberly.grannan(a)pfw.edu<mailto:kimberly.grannan@pfw.edu>>; Catharine H. Olsen <catharine.olsen(a)pnw.edu<mailto:catharine.olsen@pnw.edu>>; Wolfe, Patrick J <patrick(a)purdue.edu<mailto:patrick@purdue.edu>> Subject: 2025 Legislative Memo Dear Colleagues, I have attached updated guidance for interactions with government officials. These guidelines apply across the Purdue system. Please share this information with your teams. Anne, Debbie, and I are glad to answer any questions. Thank you and have a great day, John John Gipson, Ph.D. Chief of Staff to the Provost and Associate Vice President for Academic Operations Courtesy Faculty Appointment, Educational Psychology and Research Methodology [Purdue University]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…> Note: There is no expectation of a response outside normal working days/times if this email is coming to you during the evening or weekend.

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Request for nominations for CCE Outstanding Staff and Mary Ann Zimmerman Purdue CE innovation Award by Nov. 8th
by Jesiek, Julie B 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Greetings, CCE faculty and staff! On behalf of the CCE Staff Awards Committee, I am writing to request nominations for both the CCE Outstanding Staff Award and the Mary Ann Zimmerman Purdue Civil Engineering Innovation Award. Nominations are due to Julie Jesiek (jjesiek(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jjesiek@purdue.edu>) on November 8, 2024 by the end of the day. More information is provided below. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. CCE Outstanding Staff Award The purpose of this award is to recognize, encourage, and promote outstanding Staff in the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering. The award is open to all administrative, professional, and clerical staff in the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering with at least a half-time appointment and at least three years of continuous service to the School. The award may not be given to the same individual more than once in a three-year period. The nominee must be an employee of the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering at the time of nomination. The awardee is expected to remain an employee of LSCCE until presentation of the award at the annual ceremony except for special cases such as retirement. To learn more about the award, view the award criteria, and download the nomination form, visit the CCE Outstanding Staff Award<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/AboutUs/Awards/Staff/Outstanding-Staff> webpage. Mary Ann Zimmerman Purdue Civil Engineering Innovation Award The Mary Ann Zimmerman Purdue Civil Engineering Innovation Award was initiated to recognize, encourage, and promote creative thinking and outreach. It is awarded to an individual to encourage and support civil and construction engineering innovations that further the School's progress through education, research, conferences, or other outreach activities. All full-time faculty, staff and students are eligible. The award includes $1000 to be used for the innovative activity for which the award was given. The recipient is selected by the CCE Staff Awards Committee based on nominations and supporting letters. To learn more about the award, view the award criteria, and download the nomination form, visit the Innovation Award webpage<https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/AboutUs/Awards/Staff/Zimmerman>. Thank you! Julie Jesiek (she/her) Lead Academic Advisor for Civil Engineering Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Purdue University Delon and Elizabeth Hampton Hall of Civil Engineering 550 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051 Office: HAMP 1141 D West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051 jjesiek(a)purdue.edu<mailto:jjesiek@purdue.edu> | 765-494-2161 [cid:8210d643-c83f-4e78-bf8e-f381b764b116] Together, We Build. Resources: https://padlet.com/jjesiek/civil-engineering-advising-resources-h685wkdpc86…<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.co…> Click on the link to make an advising appointment: https://purdue.campus.eab.com<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.ca…> Scheduled meetings from Boiler connect online on zoom: https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/4894158475<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue-ed…>

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Grad Program Welcome Breakfast | August 15_9AM
by Ricksy, Jennifer R 21 Aug '25

21 Aug '25

Hello fellow civils, I hope you are doing well and getting ready for the new semester. We are having the Welcome Breakfast this week to welcome the new graduate students to the CCE department and celebrate the start of another semester. Please join us on Thursday, August 15 from 9 to 10 AM at the I2I lab (G150) at Hampton Hall to welcome the new students and have some breakfast with other CCE fellows. CEGSAC will put some signs around Hampton Hall to guide you towards the breakfast venue! [cid:95b15b33-4a15-4a5c-b008-230975825cf8] Regards, CEGSAC Leadership Team Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering [cid:ce6e4936-fdeb-481b-9dde-01708200cb1e]

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Let's Energize Our Students During Finals Week – Fuel for Finals!
by Philhower, Heather M 30 Apr '25

30 Apr '25

Dear Faculty and Staff, As we gear up for finals week, we’re excited to remind you about our Fuel for Finals initiative. This special event is all about providing our hardworking students with the snacks and support they need to power through their exams. [cid:image002.jpg@01DB3FEF.7C459470]Event Details: · Fuel for Finals · Date: Starting this Monday, Dec. 9 through Friday, Dec. 13 · Location: HAMP 1141 Why Your Support Matters: Imagine the smiles on our students' faces as they grab a quick snack to keep them going. The snacks we provide not only nourish them physically but also give a much-needed morale boost. Your generosity can make a world of difference, and we deeply appreciate your willingness to contribute. How You Can Help: We’re calling on you to help stock our recharging station with delicious and nutritious snacks. While the department will be supplying coffee, we need individually wrapped goodies to make this event a success. Whether it’s a box of granola bars, a bag of apples, or other snacks, every contribution counts! Your thoughtful donations will directly benefit our students as they prepare for their exams. Donation Drop-Off: Feel free to drop off your donations at HAMP 1141 throughout the week. We’ll be there to greet you with a smile and heartfelt thanks. Thank you for being a part of our caring community. Together, we can help our students succeed and make this finals week a little brighter! Warm regards, Heather Philhower Administrative Assistant Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering HAMP 1141, 550 Stadium Mall Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-494-2166 | e: hphilhow(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hphilhow@purdue.edu>

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Structures graduate seminar - Feb 04, Tuesday, 4:30pm - Scott G. Nacheman
by Lucy Isabella Dillman 31 Jan '25

31 Jan '25

Attached you will find the information for the upcoming Structures graduate seminar taking place on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 4:30pm. Scott G. Nacheman will be sharing on the What We Learned from the Indiana State Fair Collapse Incident. Lucy Dillman, Administrative Assistant Structures, Geomatics, and Architectural Group Purdue University Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering Hampton Hall 4141 o: 765-494-2227 [cid:7d688515-325a-42f0-a526-fae7c9660e4e]

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Updates for travel to the United Kingdom
by Brittany Nicole Duncan 30 Jan '25

30 Jan '25

Hello CCE faculty and staff! Please see below important information about the electronic travel authorization required for the United Kingdom for those not currently possessing a UK visa. Thank you Brittany [cid:image001.png@01DB7326.512A26B0] Brittany Duncan Senior Business Manager Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering | Purdue University Chat with me via Microsoft Teams<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.mic…> Let us know how we are doing: purdue.link/Tell-COE<https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpurdue.li…>

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FW: Bravo+ Staff Awards - Nominations due by January 31st
by Govindaraju, Rao S 28 Jan '25

28 Jan '25

All: Please have your nominations for Bravo awards reach me by 5:00 pm of January 27, 2025, to meet the CoE deadline. Best. GS From: Engfaculty-list <engfaculty-list-bounces(a)ecn.purdue.edu> On Behalf Of Sondgerath, William J Sent: Monday, January 13, 2025 9:32 AM To: engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; 'engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu' <engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu> Cc: ebo-mgrs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu Subject: Bravo+ Staff Awards - Nominations due by January 31st Importance: High Dear CoE Colleagues, We are excited to announce the January 2025 call for Staff Bravo+ Award nominations. Whether it's a staff member who created a new efficient workflow process, or a person who went above and beyond their normal responsibilities to complete a critical project, there are many staff who deserve to be recognized for their outstanding efforts. Please keep in mind that each unit can provide Bravo Awards up to a maximum funding limit. The maximum dollar amount that can be awarded by a unit over the fiscal year is based upon the number of full-time equivalent employees. Nominations are due by the end of business on Friday, January 31st Please send completed nominations (with all necessary approvals from the nominee's supervisor, department head, and Business Manager ) to Will Sondgerath at wsondger(a)purdue.edu<mailto:wsondger@purdue.edu>. As you recall, Bravo Awards are provided for specific accomplishments in any of the following four categories: * Moving the University Forward: Accomplishments or contributions that transform or advance University objectives (i.e., initiatives that improve graduation rates, development of programs to measure student academic knowledge, enhancing the academic excellence of the University, improving student affordability, etc.). * Operational Excellence: Extraordinary effort during times of critical department need (e.g., contribution that clearly and significantly exceeds standard job requirements and impacts the accomplishments of important and critical business operational goals and deliverables) or extraordinary performance that far exceeds expected or required performance. Managers must be able to document specific achievements and/or measurable contributions to the unit's business based upon the employee's exceptional performance. * Innovation/Creativity: Innovative work or suggestions, well beyond standard job requirements, that significantly improve operational efficiencies, introduce a new or modified business practice or improve work process, workflow or customer service. * Fiscal Stewardship: Significant cost saving or cost avoidance realized beyond normally expected or established standards. Bravo+ Awards provide non-recurring cash payments up to a maximum of $2,000. The College of Engineering will give Bravo Awards in the amounts of $500, $1,000, $1,500, and $2,000, with the level determined by the scope and impact of accomplishment. To be eligible for a Bravo+ Award, employees must: * Have been employed at the University for at least 3 months * Be an active employee * At least meet expectations, according to the supervisor's performance assessment of the employee; the employee must also have no outstanding disciplinary actions Nominators should complete section one of nomination form (attached) the to nominate deserving staff. The nomination form may include an attached document (maximum of one page) if additional space is needed to explain the specific accomplishment for which the employee is being nominated. The nomination description should explain the accomplishment's connection to one of the four relevant award categories. The documentation should also include details about the accomplishment's scope (small to large scale) and impact (low to high scale) as well as a recommended award amount. By February 7th nominators, supervisors, and school or unit Heads/Directors will be notified of award approvals in addition to the employee being recognized. College of Engineering award winners will be publicly announced through college-wide communications, in addition to a reception recognizing recipients. If you have questions regarding the College of Engineering's Bravo+ Award program, please contact Will Sondgerath at wsondger(a)purdue.edu<mailto:wsondger@purdue.edu>. Our next call for Bravo+ Award nominations will be in June. Best, Will William J. Sondgerath Senior Assistant Dean for Staff and Administration, College of Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907 765-494-1871 wsondger(a)purdue.edu<mailto:wsondger@purdue.edu> [Description: W:\PU_signature_white_bg_215x80.png]

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[Cce-all-list] CCE Weekly - January 27-February 2, 2025
by Karyssa Faith Ann Pratt 27 Jan '25

27 Jan '25

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CESAC January Bagel Breakfast
by Philhower, Heather M 27 Jan '25

27 Jan '25

Hi Purdue CCE, The first CESAC Bagel Breakfast of the semester is TOMORROW in Wood Commons. Come grab a free bagel and coffee from 8-11am (or until we run out!). [cid:image001.png@01DB6E68.B03DB5D0] Hope to see you there! Hunter Stumpf CESAC President, Civil Engineering o: 708-879-1469 [Purdue University]<https://www.purdue.edu/?utm_source=signature&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=…>

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