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College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Explore the big questions with our wide-ranging programs.

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Admissions

Take the next step to success: apply to a program in the College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences today!

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Explore CHESS

Student Resources

Experience the range of CHESS student organizations and internships that will help you succeed.

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Our People

Faculty and Research

Our scholars and professionals will help you develop skills to excel in life, the community, and worldwide.

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The knowledgeability and accessibility of professors in both majors allows for a hands-on and unique academic experience. My professors have been vital in networking in my fields.

James Schooley, ‘24, Political Science and History

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The constant support around me with professors and my fellow campus ambassadors, push me to help me find out who I want to become and who I am as a person.

Danny Sek, ‘25, Criminal Justice

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I chose Purdue Northwest because the community felt like home while also providing a very engaging and purposeful academic experience.

Solana Schleicher, ‘27, Human Development and Psychology

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My major is something that opens door for me to work with children as well as parents to educate them about growth and development as well as open up doors for both parent and child.

Tamar Clark, ‘26, Human Development and Family Studies

News and Announcements

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Classroom to the Courtroom: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Joseph Ignatuk

Joseph Ignatuk, ’24, is set to earn a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science from the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) with minors in French and Philosophy.

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Turn The Tassel Podcast – First-Gen Voices (Featuring Jasmin Zamora)

Turn the Tassel: First Gen Voices is a podcast focusing on the stories, struggles and successes of first-generation college graduates. In episode four, Jasmin Zamora, ‘14, shares how she became the Director of Engagement and Inclusion for Cision and President and Founder of Sembra.

PNW Acorn Award Winners

Multiple PNW faculty and staff members earn Purdue system recognition for multimillion dollar research grants

Thirteen PNW faculty and staff members are being recognized by Purdue University’s Office of Research for impactful scholarly initiatives that have earned millions of dollars in external funding.

Important Dates

Dec 11

Fall 2024 Final Exams

Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, December 9, through Saturday, December 14.

Dec 14

Fall 2024 Commencement

Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held indoors at the Hammond campus on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Dec 17

Fall 2024 Final Grades Due

A reminder to all faculty that final grades are due by Tuesday, December 17 at 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone). Enjoy your break!

Jan 13

Spring 2025 Classes Begin

We’re excited to kick off another semester of learning and PNW Pride. Power Onward!