Get ReConnected - January 2024

Get ReConnected - A Dining and Culinary and University Residences Snapshot for Alumni and Friends

January 2024


Special Feature

University Residences Debuts New Room Rates

On December 8, the Purdue University Board of Trustees approved adjusted room rates for University Residences. The new rates will take effect at the beginning of the 2024-25 academic year.

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Special Feature 

Dining & Culinary Unveils New Meal Plans

In conjunction with adjusted room rates, the Purdue University Board of Trustees approved new board plans (meal plans) that will offer students more flexibility. New meal plans will take effect at the beginning of the 2024-25 academic year.

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Staff Feature

Clugh's Decades of Service Rooted in Friendship

Julie Clugh began her career with Purdue Dining & Culinary on October 8, 1979, after answering an advertisement in the local newspaper for those seeking jobs. Forty-four years later, she’s still going strong as a member of the Dining & Culinary team at Hillenbrand Dining Court. 

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Staff Feature

Kocher Awarded Regional Honor for Work on Educational Programming

Whether they’re serving as a resident assistant, participating in a leadership retreat, working at a front desk or attending an event, students have numerous opportunities to learn about themselves and the world around them.

Behind each of these experiences are outstanding staff who work tirelessly to plan and implement these programs. One such individual is Brian Kocher, assistant director of campus living and compliance, whose excellence in designing and implementing programming was recently recognized by the Great Lakes Association of College and University Housing Officers (GLACUHO). 

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Writer: Matt Vader | Editors: Tammy Loew, Renee Kashawlic, Danielle Fawbush

Editorial Board: John Eckman, Barb Frazee, Tammy Loew, Renee Kashawlic | Inquiries Contact: studentlifemarketing@purdue.edu

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