News Articles
June 12, 2025
PNW’s academic quality reaffirmed through completed accreditation assurance review
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) earned approval of its 2025 Assurance Review submitted to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the institution’s regional accreditor, verifying the university’s commitment to serving students with high-quality resources and efforts supporting institution-wide improvement.
June 5, 2025
PNW’s DNP students translate science into practice
Kristina James’ (DNP’24) decision to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the College of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest stemmed from a desire to expand her knowledge and make a greater impact in the nursing field.
April 4, 2025
PNW Honors Five Impactful Leaders at Fourth Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Induction
Purdue University Northwest celebrated five impactful alumni on April 3, 2025, including the induction of Nicole Kupchik and Mitchell “Mason” Macenski into the PNW Alumni Hall of Fame.
March 17, 2025
PNW’s College of Nursing adds newborn-focused simulation equipment
The College of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is adding to its state-of-the-art health simulation labs with new specialty equipment focused on pregnancy, childbirth and newborn health care.
September 9, 2024
PNW’s Study-Away program offers students a world of opportunity
PNW's Study-Away programs provide students opportunities to expand their academic horizons, develop real-world skills, explore new cultures and build unforgettable memories.
October 9, 2023
PNW College of Nursing recognized again as Center of Excellence in Nursing Education
PNW’s College of Nursing is recognized for a third consecutive time as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing.
May 27, 2022
Two College of Nursing faculty members earn recognitions
Two PNW College of Nursing faculty members were recently recognized for their leadership and knowledge in academics and health care.
August 3, 2023
Nursing professor receives National League for Nursing honor
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) professor of Nursing Beth Vottero was announced as a member of the National League of Nursing’s (NLN) 2023 Class of Fellows to be inducted in the prestigious Academy of Nursing Education.
May 23, 2023
Virtual Anatomy Tables Fuel High-Tech Learning
Students in anatomy, physiology, and nursing courses at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) are training with a more in-depth and interactive view of the human body thanks to two high-tech Anatomage tables being steered by faculty members in the department of Biological Sciences and the College of Nursing.
December 20, 2022
Purdue University Northwest proudly celebrates the graduates who received their degrees during two commencement ceremonies on Dec. 10, 2022.