PNW News
Explore the latest news and announcements from Purdue University Northwest, including student spotlights, faculty highlights and the latest partnerships with our community.
PNW Named Among 2025 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report
Purdue University Northwest was ranked as a top public regional university in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 annual Best Colleges rankings while also being recognized for student social mobility.
Purdue University Northwest designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by U.S. Department of Education
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has earned official designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). This designation makes PNW the largest HSI in the state of Indiana.
Purdue University Northwest affirmed as doctoral-granting institution by Higher Learning Commission
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been affirmed by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as a doctoral-granting institution with its recent approval of a substantive change in mission or student body.
News Highlights
Minding the Future: Meet 2025 PNW Graduate Chloe Belford
For Student President Chloe Belford, ‘25, a passion for criminal justice and a pivotal class in elementary psychology prompted a degree in Psychology.
A Home Away from Home: Meet PNW 2025 Graduate Terrell Sucre
Terrell Sucre, BA ‘23, MBA ‘25, found the courage to step outside of his comfort zone at Purdue University Northwest, building confidence to boldly pursue his professional interests.
Head of the Class: Meet 2025 PNW graduate Fatima Chavez
For Fatima Chavez, ‘25, a part-time job in a classroom prompted a passion for education that culminated with her degree this spring in Elementary Education: Special Needs.
All PNW Updates
Minding the Future: Meet 2025 PNW Graduate Chloe Belford
For Student President Chloe Belford, ‘25, a passion for criminal justice and a pivotal class in elementary psychology prompted a degree in Psychology.
2025-2026 One Book One University Selection
The PNW One Book One University Committee has chosen “Why Fish Don’t Exist: A Story of Loss, Love and the Hidden Order of Life” by Lulu Miller as the 2025-2026 selection.
A Home Away from Home: Meet PNW 2025 Graduate Terrell Sucre
Terrell Sucre, BA ‘23, MBA ‘25, found the courage to step outside of his comfort zone at Purdue University Northwest, building confidence to boldly pursue his professional interests.