WESTVILLE — Purdue University North Central Chancellor Dr. James B. Dworkin has presented the Purdue University North Central Distinguished Award of Excellence to Judy Jacobi, PNC assistant vice chancellor for Marketing and Campus Relations, in recognition of her work in creating and cultivating the PNC Odyssey Arts and Cultural Events Series. Dworkin made a surprise presentation during a reception celebrating the opening of the 16th annual Odyssey exhibition.

The PNC Odyssey Arts and Cultural Events Series was the brainchild of Jacobi, who believed the PNC campus would provide the ideal backdrop for a sculpture garden featuring a collection of large pieces of art that would be part of the PNC student experience and be enjoyed by the community as well.