Department of Behavioral Sciences
Find out about our undergraduate majors and minors, Couple and Family Therapy graduate program and more.
Academic Programs
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
The professors in my major not only cared about the students’ academic success, but also about us as individuals. When classes became difficult, they would remind us of all the people we are going to help and the lives we are going to change.
It’s nice to be in a more intimate, smaller setting. It makes me feel like I’m actually a student, not a number.
The faculty in the department took the time to build a rapport with students and displayed a genuine concern about the quality of education we received. I am proud to have chosen HDFS as a major.
I chose sociology because I believe that, to effect change anywhere, it is crucial to understand the societal/human aspect of issues. The root cause of many social problems begins with the people in our communities and how their behavior can impact the society at large.
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Student Resources
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Our Faculty
Our faculty are accomplished in teaching, research, publication, and practice.
Accreditation
Our Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Our Couple and Family Therapy graduate program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE).
News and Announcements
PNW BASW students and faculty attend LEAD Day
Students and faculty from the BASW program at PNW traveled to Indianapolis, IN to participate in LEAD Day (Legislative Education Advocacy Development), organized by the NASW-Indiana Chapter in February 2024.
PNW Celebrates Student, Faculty and Staff Achievements
Purdue University Northwest recognized several exemplary students, faculty and staff members, nominated by their institutional peers, for accomplishments relating to their on-campus community-building and leadership.
PNW Sociology faculty member earns LEAP Indiana teaching award
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Associate Professor of Sociology Hubert Izienicki was honored for his teaching methods that apply inclusive and supportive practices for undergraduate students.
Upcoming Events
Apr 24
Purdue Northwest Day of Giving 2024
On April 24, 2024, we’re asking the entire community to come together as we Roar Ahead for Purdue Northwest Day of Giving 2024.
Apr 27
Spring 2024 Classes End
Spring 2024 Classes end Saturday, April 27. Final exams are next week!
Apr 29
Spring 2024 Final Exams
Spring 2024 final exams run April 29 through May 4. Good luck on your finals!
May 04
Spring 2024 Commencement
Spring 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held outdoors at the Hammond campus on Saturday, May 4, 2024.