Department of English and World Languages
By offering English and world languages, we provide students a competitive marketable education for the 21st century.
Academic Programs
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
It is such a supportive atmosphere. The smaller class sizes offered the opportunity to have conversations with and receive guidance from professors – opportunities I may not have had at a larger university.
My professors at PNW have made a huge impact on me as I take what I've learned from them and start applying that to my future students in my own classroom.
As a first-generation college graduate, I owe my successes to the instructors and friends I’ve made at in my major. They changed my life and helped me make my dreams a reality.
My professors did a great job of providing a balanced education. There were courses not just in English content, but also in education, pedagogy and a lot of field experience before you start student teaching.
PNW offered a perfect college experience for me. The connections and relationships I’ve made are my favorite thing about attending.
Resources
Opportunities and Outreach
Specialty scholarships, advisors and student organizations–see how we can help you succeed.
OUR COMMITMENT
We are dedicated to ensuring our students are fully prepared for lifelong success.
First-Year Writing Program
We build writers by providing a strong foundation in writing and reading.
Language Tutoring
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA CENTER
Need help with your language course? Stop by the International Media Center and talk to a language tutor. Please check the schedule to know when tutors are available.
Events
Apr 30
PNW Day of Giving 2025Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.
May 05
Spring 2025 Final ExamsSpring 2025 final exams run May 5 through 10. Good luck on your finals!
May 10
Spring 2025 CommencementCongratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
News & Announcements
Welcome Dr. Richard Sévère as the New CHESS Dean
Richard Sévère has been announced as the Dean of Purdue University Northwest’s College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (CHESS), effective July 1, 2025.
Purdue University Northwest students earn fall 2024 Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2024 fall semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,726 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
Purdue University Northwest Graduates Encouraged to Commit to Themselves and Their Dreams
Purdue University Northwest celebrated summer and fall 2024 graduates during two ceremonies held Saturday, Dec. 14. A total of 650 candidates were recognized for not only their commitment to academic excellence, but also their grit exhibited through student leadership, community service and extracurricular involvement.