Inside PNW
Inside PNW is the official news digest for university faculty and staff. Inside PNW provides key updates on campus news, celebrates achievements, and highlights information of importance to employees.
Inside PNW is emailed by the office of Marketing and Communications monthly during the fall and spring semesters.
Inside PNW - March 23, 2026
The latest Inside PNW shares the big announcement about the PNW Lions as well as Founders Day recognitions.
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- Feb. 6, 2026 – Inside PNW: Faculty Recognitions, National Rankings and Alumni Awards
- Jan. 20, 2026 – Inside PNW: Welcome Back to PNW’s 10th Anniversary Year
- Dec. 8, 2025 – Cybersecurity Grants, PNW Internship Highlights and New Faculty Profiles
- Nov. 17, 2025 – Branded License Plates, Supporting Student Success, and Transfer Agreements
- Oct. 27, 2025 – NASA Partnership, Fall Events and Campus Highlights!
- Oct. 6, 2025 – Ratings Recognition, Faculty Spotlights and Photos from Fall Events
- Sept. 15, 2025 – Fall Enrollment, Classroom Updates and Faculty and Staff Kudos
- Aug. 25, 2025 – Welcome Back!
- May 6, 2025 – End of Spring 2025
- April 8, 2025 – Catalyzing Development in Northwest Indiana
- March 13, 2025 – Inside PNW: PNW Alumni Positively Changing Our World
- Feb. 20, 2025 – Inside PNW: Changing Students’ Lives Starts with Us
- Jan. 16, 2025 – Inside PNW: Pride and Gratitude for 2024
- Dec. 11, 2024 – Inside PNW: End of Fall 2024
- Nov. 21, 2024 – Inside PNW: Strategic Planning, Westville Evening Classes and PNW Recognitions
- Oct. 29, 2024 – Inside PNW: Supporting Student Retention, Prestigious Physics Fellowship
- Sept. 25, 2024 – Inside PNW: Enrollment Update, U.S. News and World Report Recognition
- Sept. 4, 2024 – Inside PNW: Recapping the ‘Year Ahead,’ Get to Know Provost Mora
- Aug. 20, 2024 – New: “Inside PNW” Official News Digest for Faculty and Staff
Campus Announcements
Inside PNW: PNW Lions and Founders Day Recognitions
The latest Inside PNW shares the big announcement about the PNW Lions as well as Founders Day recognitions.
“Fight Like a Girl” Women’s Self-Defense Training
Safety is a top priority at Purdue University Northwest. We are proud to announce our annual “Fight Like a Girl” Women’s Self-Defense Training will be offered on Wednesday, March 11.
From the Chancellor: PNW Unveils Lions Athletics Nickname
PNW Chancellor Chris Holford announces that the Purdue University Northwest athletics teams will compete as the PNW Lions, effective July 1, 2026.
News Highlights
Cooper Olson Signs with the Indiana Sentinels of the FPHL
Senior goaltender Cooper Olson, who competed for PNW ACHA Division 1 Hockey, has signed a professional contract with the Indiana Sentinels of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, becoming the first player in program history to sign a professional deal.
Register for free Preview PNW open house information sessions
PNW invites prospective college students and their families to attend Preview PNW on Thursday, April 23 on the Westville campus and Saturday, April 25 on the Hammond campus.
Purdue University Northwest marks 10 years during Founders Day celebration
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) campus community members celebrated the major milestone of 10 years of changing students’ lives during the university’s 2026 Founders Day event on March 8.
Upcoming Events
Mar 29
2026 “Best of the Region” Voting DeadlineThe polls are closing soon in the Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region contest. Please take the time to vote for PNW!
Apr 02
PNW TodayTune in to WJOB 1230-AM, 104.7-FM, or the TuneIn app for the Purdue Northwest Today program.
Apr 08
Preview PNW Spotlight – School of Education and CounselingPreview PNW: School of Education and Counseling invites prospective students to explore how a passion for teaching can turn into a meaningful career.
Apr 09
PNW Athletics TodayListen to Rick Costello, director of Athletics, and coach and student-athlete guests as they dive into the latest in PNW Pride Athletics!