The Daily Report Card: Down To A ‘Short List’ For Purdue Presidential Pick

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Purdue University president France Córdova holds a press conference in January.

Purdue president search down to a ‘short list’ – “President France Córdova will step down July 15, after five years leading Purdue. The search for Córdova‘s successor is taking longer than the search to find her.” Indy Star / Lafayette J&C

Concerns voiced over bilingual-charter plan – “Fort Wayne Community Schools officials, former teachers from throughout the area, parents and other members of the public voiced concerns about the timeline for the school, its community support and its ability to properly educate the Spanish-speaking children it hopes to attract.” Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Confused in Class? A New App Can Help – “‘If there’s something you don’t understand, just raise your hand and ask a question.’ Almost every teacher says that line to her class on the first day of school. But when that professor’s in the middle of explaining a concept and everyone else looks like they understand, following that advice isn’t as easy as it sounds. “ GOOD

Perseverance pays off for IUSB grad with autism – “‘Many people think that most people with autism are low-functioning or that they are completely incapable of holding jobs, going to college or having their own apartments,’ Harris says.” South Bend Tribune