Center for Urban and Industrial Pest Management

06/16/2026

Wishing a very happy 90 years of success to Lafayette local, Reliable Exterminators - a family-owned company created by Purdue Alum, Charles Partlow ('36) and his wife, Gertrude! Cheers and Boiler Up!

05/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE!
The 91st Annual Purdue Pest Management Conference is happening January 11-13, 2027 in West Lafayette, Indiana! Hope to see you there and stay tuned for more info!
purdue.ag/pestcon

04/02/2026

April is National Pest Management Month!
We are proud to honor the professionals who keep our communities healthy and pest-free!

We are also proud to offer noncredit courses that provide the latest in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices with the flexibility working professionals need! We offer both online and correspondence courses. Celebrate National Pest Management Month by furthering your education and enroll today!

Purdue University is proud to be a leader in technical education for the pest control industry. Over 50 years, Purdue's pest management correspondence and online courses have been the training of choice for thousands of pest management professionals. National pest management companies have adopted a...

03/26/2026

03/26/2026

Cheer on the Boilers in the Sweet 16 & get ready to kick it in old gold and black…and argyle!
We believe you and are “sole” mates, which is why we want to send you these exclusive socks when you make a gift of $25 or more before June 30. You help turn the Purdue Urban Center’s small steps into giant leaps, so let’s do it in Boilermaker fashion!
Make your gift now at https://giving.purdue.edu/west-lafayette/college-of-agriculture/center-for-urban-and-industrial-pest-management/?appealcode=22615

03/25/2026

As spring approaches and the days grow warmer, it’s only natural to feel the call of the outdoors. But before you grab the leash and head out for a walk with your pet, remember ticks are ready for spring, too. According to Catherine Hill, professor and head of the Department of Entomology, Maria V...

03/03/2026

CALL FOR SPEAKERS!
Interested in speaking at the 2027 Purdue Pest Management Conference or have a recommendation? Fill out the survey & share with your colleagues! https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_etcqAti7olxDLSe

02/19/2026

02/19/2026

You’ve heard about bees as pollinators—but what about bats and hummingbirds? Join us for a series of FREE workshops exploring these vital pollinators, their unique roles in ecosystems, and how we can support them in our communities. Sessions will be held in-person or virtually. Call 260-726-4707 or email [email protected] to register.

02/19/2026

Help Department of Entomology build a new Bug Barn!

Join me and make a gift to Entomology Bug Barn