Chancellor
August 19, 2024
Recapping summer 2024 at Purdue University Northwest
During summer 2024, Purdue University Northwest engaged its neighboring communities with impactful programming that celebrated and uplifted cultures, educated young children with hands-on activities and provided important school resources for families.
June 13, 2024
Ten highlights from the 2023-24 academic year
PNW's 2023-24 academic year was marked by historic opportunities in academics and community impact, major designations reflecting university strategic initiatives, new feats for Pride Athletics, engaging and empowering student life events and much more.
May 15, 2024
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.
December 18, 2023
Purdue University Northwest announces 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame class
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will honor Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., the Honorable Diane Kavadias Schneider and Jeff Strack, president and CEO of Indiana Grocery Group, as its third annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame class.
July 24, 2023
NIPSCO, a NiSource company, in partnership with the NiSource Charitable Foundation, provided a generous gift of $35,000 to support an Innovation Makers Summer Camp at no cost to students at Purdue University Northwest.
July 6, 2023
PNW’s ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and justice (DEIBJ) initiatives
Purdue University Northwest continually works to ensure a welcoming environment for all members of the university community. I am pleased to share these updates about initiatives and support for our diverse student body, faculty and staff, alumni and visitors.
April 21, 2023
Transition to Faculty, June 30, 2024
It has been my honor and privilege to serve as the Chancellor of Purdue University Northwest these past 12 years. As you may know, the Purdue University system has a policy limiting how long one can serve in leadership positions. For the last few years, I have known that my last day as Chancellor will be June 30, 2024.
March 29, 2023
Purdue University Northwest to induct three leaders into Alumni Hall of Fame
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has selected three impactful alumni to honor as its second annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame class.
February 22, 2023
Purdue University Northwest announces Women’s History Month events
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will recognize Women’s History Month during March with several programs focused on empowering women, discussing key women’s health issues and recognizing accomplished university and community leaders.
February 10, 2023
Purdue Northwest recognized nationally as a top producer of U.S. Fulbright scholars
PNW has been recognized as a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. Scholars by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for its number of applicants selected for the 2022-23 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
