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Issue #39: September 2025
Newsletter for Purdue University Global Business & Information Technology Students
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This Month in Business History
a series by Dr. Jack Deem
This Month in Business History – September
On September 1, 1948, the first Xerox machine was patented by the Haloid Corporation, later to be known as Xerox. The introduction of xerography allowed the streamlining of the document copying process away from carbon paper copying and mimeographs.
The xerography or “dry copy” process had been developed by physicist Chester Carlson. The first image “10.-22.-38 ASTORIA,’ was printed on October 22, 1938 (Standley Systems Staff, 2024). It was not until 10 years later that Calrson was able to collaborate with Joseph C. Wilson of Haloid to bring the process into a commercial reality. After the process was patented, it was not until 1959 that the “Xerox 914,” the first successful, plain paper copier, was introduced.
Besides creating a whole new industry, the Xerox machine contributed heavily to the birth of the Information Age. Offices became more efficient as it was now possible to up to create 2,000 copies per month, at a rate of 7 seconds per copy (Standley Systems Staff, 2024). Information sharing was facilitated. Overtime, copiers and printers came into widespread use (Xerox Corporation, 2025).
Purdue Global Cafe' (PG Cafe')
PG Café is an online meeting place.
As an online school, Purdue Global lacks a social connecting point between students, as well as Faculty with students outside of the classroom. The use of asynchronous communication is not the same as synchronous in developing dialogue and connections. Ground based schools have physical meeting areas where students may interact, offering a common type of social dynamic. At PG we can't just walk out into the quad and talk with each other. We can't run into each other at the Campus Coffee shop, (but we can in a virtual Cafe!)
PG Cafe will host a monthly “SBIT Student SME Networking” session every last Friday. (Schedule will be linked in the SBIT BITS newsletter for students)
This session will introduce students to a Host PG Faculty member with various SME backgrounds (Subject Matter Expertise). The session will allow students to enjoy dialogue with a faculty member outside of the classroom - and talk about various aspects of the faculty’s SME.
SBIT Student Networking Office Hours
Friday Sept 26, 2025, 11:00am ET
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Café Manager: Dr. Blake Escudier
Student's Stories:
Sarah Erin Goldberg: Chief Executive Officer of 21 Chieftans Press
(BSBA 2025, & MBA Student)
Her forthcoming debut novel, "Beyond the Table "
Read more: Recognition in Contemporary Literature
SBIT Department News
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Opportunity with Disney! (Internship)
Hello Purdue Global Students and Alumni,
Looking for ways to expand your resume while building a network of connections and friendships to last a lifetime? Experience a one-of-a-kind internship where you can enjoy endless, uniquely Disney opportunities while working a frontline or backstage role at Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida.
Job Title: Disney College Program
Location: Orlando, Florida / Lake Buena Vista, Florida (onsite)
Salary: $18/hour
PG Job ID: 293609
Description
This internship offers a starting pay rate of $18 per hour. The arrival dates are in January and February 2026, and departure dates are no sooner than May 2026. To see the full list of available program dates, click here. All dates are subject to change and availability. If selected to participate, you will choose your arrival and departure dates as part of the acceptance process.
Program lengths range from 4 to 8 months, with the potential to extend up to one year. You’ll have the chance to fully live, learn, and earn at Disney. It is also a phenomenal opportunity to network with Disney leaders and explore potential opportunities after your program, such as program extensions, additional internships, full-time roles, and more.
With a variety of front-line and backstage roles offered across Disney theme parks, resorts, water parks, and Disney Springs, you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job experience working in the operation while creating magic for our guests. During your Disney College Program, building transferable skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication will help you prepare for your future, whether at Disney or beyond.
Requirements
· At least 18 years of age at the time of application
· Currently enrolled and taking classes OR have graduated from an accredited United States* college, university, or higher education program within 24 months of the application posting date
· Possess unrestricted work authorization within the United States*
· Be open to a starting pay rate of $18 per hour
· Be fully available to work Sunday through Saturday, including days and nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime
· Be receptive to complying with the Disney Look appearance guidelines
· Students who have not yet graduated from high school but have dual enrollment with a college are not eligible to apply
Prior to applying, please review the detailed eligibility requirements found here.
*United States includes all 50 states plus Puerto Rico and all other U.S. territories.
Disney is now accepting applications for Spring 2026!
If you'd like to learn more, be sure to register for a Get to Know the Disney College Program virtual information session; these sessions run through Wednesday, September 10th. All are welcome to attend!
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Jennifer Katz
Pronouns: she, her, hers
Director, Center for Career Advancement, School of Business and Information Technology
ACE Women's Network Indiana - Institutional Representative
T: 312-777-6402
M: 312-925-8133
E: jkatz@purdueglobal.edu
(More) Opportunity with Disney!
We’re excited to announce that applications for the Spring 2026 Disney College Program are now open! Below are key updates and important information for the upcoming season:
SPRING DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
Spring Application Launch Date – The application went live on Monday, August 18. Interested students can view eligibility requirements and apply here.
Arrival/Departure Dates – Selected students will have the opportunity to choose their desired arrival and departure date range upon accepting their offer.
Arrival Dates: January-February 2026
Departure Dates: No earlier than May 2026
Pay Rate-Beginning January 2026, the starting pay rate will increase to $18 per hour.
Program Roles-The Disney College Program offers 18 unique roles across our theme parks, water parks, resorts and Disney Springs. You can view and explore all available roles here.
Pay Rate-Starting in January 2026, the pay rate is increasing to $18 per hour.
GET TO KNOW THE DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM
We are excited for the return of our Get to Know the Disney College Program virtual information sessions!!!
Session Cadence – These sessions will begin on Tuesday, August 12 and run through Wednesday, September 10.
Registration Link – You can clink on the link to view all session date/times and register for the offering that works best for you.
All are welcome to attend! Please share this information with any students interested in learning more about the Disney College Program. We also welcome you and other members of your university to attend.
DISNEY PROGRAM FEES
Program Fee
A $240 non-refundable program fee is due at time of acceptance. The fee supports administration, events and activities scheduled throughout your student's programs.
Three weeks prior to their arrival, if your student chooses to reside at Flamingo Crossings Village, they will be responsible for $227. From that fee, $178 is applied to a portion of their first week of rent and $49 goes to administrative fee.
Rent – Starting in 2026, the weekly rent range will be from $227-275 per week, depending on the apartment type.
DISNEY INTERNSHIPS
Disney Internship Opportunities – Disney Internships are offered across segments, including Corporate, Disney Entertainment, Disney Experiences and ESPN.
Locations- When reviewing the job posting, please have your students check the position location. As locations include Anaheim, CA, Burbank, CA, Bristol, CT, New York, NY, Orlando, FL, San Fransico, CA, Santa Monica, CA, Seattle, WA.
Disney Careers – You can view all available postings here. We would encourage your students to continue to check these opportunities weekly.
Thank you for your continued support of the Disney Programs. Please feel free to share this information with any students who may be interested!
BRITTENY SAUTER
Sr. Recruiter
Disney Programs
The Walt Disney Company
Student Life at Purdue Global
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Digital Badging!
Digital badges are visual representations of an accomplishment or credential you have earned that has been issued and endorsed by an organization in a digital, shareable format. As a student at Purdue Global, you may earn a digital badge for several accomplishments, including making the Dean's or Chancellor's List or earning a micro-credential. Micro-credentials are smaller groupings of courses that can “stack” into or fulfill the requirements of other degree programs (such as a bachelor's degree). With these accomplishments represented by a digital badge, they can be easily shared with and verified by others. PG issues digital badges through Credly, our digital badge platform. To learn more, visit this page. If you have questions about digital badges, you can send an email to digitalcred@purdueglobal.edu.
Graduation Information
Upcoming Graduations:
May 2, 2026 (Register February 2026)
October 2026 (Register Summer 2026)
Purdue Global Military
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Military Student Relations : Meetup Thursdays
Military Student Relations offers a drop-in opportunity every Thursday afternoon (4:00pm-6:00pm EST) for our military affiliated students to to network and build community, learn more about campus resources and events, and get your feedback on how to improve the military student experience!
Simply click on the meeting invite on our event calendar. We look forward to seeing you!
Academic Success
What is - Writing Across the Curriculum?
Student Success Coaches
Academic Success Center
Academic Success Center
Click here for more: Academic Success Center
COLLEGE WRITING
The Purdue Global Writing Center supports writers in college composition and across the curriculum with resources that cover a range of topics on college writing from audience and formality to assignment types and sample essays and argumentation and rhetoric. Browse the collection below or use the search tool to locate topics on college writing and more.
Military Prior Learning
Military Prior Learning
Achievement in Community Engagement and Services (ACES) is a free, university-wide, co-curricular, non-credit program designed to recognize the community engagement and service learning efforts of Purdue Global students.
ACES connects students to their local, national, and global communities, to foster relationships in and their commitment to community engagement and service learning.
Students earn points for their service, both inside and outside the university, toward digital badges that can be used on resumes as documented evidence of their dedication to service. Their achievement is also recorded on their permanent academic transcript.
Culture, Engagement, Community
Culture, Engagement, Community
Purdue University Global holds itself accountable to foster a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion, offering an environment that is fair, equitable, and accessible for all.
PG Library Access: Your PG Library!
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Get Research Help Around the Clock - Expanded Librarian Availability
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Academic Writer
Academic Writer is APA's authoritative solution offering you a complete digital environment for teaching, learning, and writing academic papers.
New to Academic Writer? Check out our orientation, Getting Started with Academic Writer, to learn how to navigate and use the site.
For more detailed guidance on using the Writing Center, visit our lesson on Writing in Academic Writer.
Searching for Data and Stats!
Searching for Data and Stats!
Who Can Receive Accommodations?
Who Can Receive Accommodations?
A student with a disability and/or temporary impairment that limits a major life function and is diagnosed by a health care professional can request accommodations. Accommodations can be permanent or temporary.
Who are they? SAS was once known as The Center for Disability Services (CDS). The department name was recently changed to Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to create a more inclusive environment that provides accessibility to all. Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at Purdue Global is the primary office responsible for the coordination of services for students with disabilities. Pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, Purdue Global will provide reasonable accommodations for students who have met the eligibility and verification requirements of SAS.
What do they do? SAS works directly with the student to provide accommodations that aid the student in being successful in their classes. SAS works as a liaison between the student and their instructors and notifies instructors of the student's approved accommodations each term. Students with temporary medical conditions can also request accommodations on a temporary basis.
How do you request an accommodation? Students with disabilities are responsible for requesting an accommodation. If you are a potential Purdue Global student, or already enrolled at Purdue Global, and are seeking accommodation(s) due to a diagnosed disability, you may request to be referred to Student Accessibility Services (SAS) through your university representative and/or contact SAS directly by telephone, or email. Actively enrolled students may also submit a self-referral to SAS through their student portal. SAS will then send an email to the student with information about requesting accommodations and will provide the required accommodation request forms attached to the email.
Purdue Global Contacts and Student Connections
Purdue Global Contacts and Student Connections
Purdue Global Contacts
Registration Issues: 866-522-7747
Textbook Inquiry: Student Support Desk or Academic Advising at 866-522-7747
Technical Issues: 866-522-7747-Support and Solutions
Student Accounts: 800-817-8272
Office of Student Support: 866-522-7747
Financial aid: 866-458-2008 option #2, or at fastudentsupport@purdueglobal.edu
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