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.
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Inside PNW - May 6, 2025
The latest installment of Inside PNW includes Chancellor Holford reflecting on the PNW community’s accomplishments over the past year, commencement highlights and celebrating a successful PNW Day of Giving!
- 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
Update on Leadership of the College of Business
Kwangsoo Park, Associate Dean and Director of the White Lodging School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, will begin serving as Interim Dean of the College of Business at Purdue University Northwest, effective July 4, 2025.
PNW is once again voted “The Best in the Region”
We are proud to share that Purdue University Northwest has once again been voted as the Best College/University in The Times of Northwest Indiana newspaper’s 2025 “Best of the Region” ballot! Thank you to everyone who voted and who helped get the word out asking others to vote as well.
New Printer Procurement Process
There is now a new process to request and purchase printers at PNW. This process will allow for more self-service, with the requestor working directly with the vendor to assess the situation, and provide a quote for the new device.
News Highlights
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.
PNW students earn recognitions during spring competitions
Several student organizations within the College of Engineering and Sciences participated in regional, national and international competitions in spring 2025, earning awards for their academic talents and collaboration.
PNW alumni leading change in regional community leadership organizations
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) plays a pivotal role in supporting local communities throughout Northwest Indiana (NWI) by preparing students with the skills and knowledge needed to make impactful change as […]
Upcoming Events
Jun 16
Summer 8-week and Second 4-week Classes BeginSummer 8-week (June 16 to August 8) and Second 4-week (June 16 to July 11) Classes Begin
Jun 16
PNW Powers 45th Annual Golf OutingJoin us at Briar Ridge Country Club for the Powers-Purdue Northwest 45th Golf Outing! Proceeds from the event benefit student-athlete scholarships at Purdue University Northwest.
Jun 20
Acorn Concert Series: Kashmir (Led Zeppelin Tribute)Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of Led Zeppelin with Kashmir, a revitalizing tribute band at the 2025 Acorn Concert Series!
Jun 27
First 6-week Classes EndClasses end that run the first six weeks of the Summer Session (May 19 to June 27).