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Purdue University Northwest Earns National Carnegie Research University designation

Purdue University Northwest is the only university or college in Northwest Indiana to earn this designation, with PNW researchers earning over $70 million in research and development funds since 2021.

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Help change students’ lives on 2026 PNW Day of Giving

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites the community to join in changing students’ lives by making a gift on Wednesday, April 29 during PNW Day of Giving.

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PNW’s Nursing and Business graduate programs recognized nationally by U.S. News and World Report

Several of Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) graduate programs in nursing and business were included in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings, released April 7.

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Working at PNW

Careers

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PNW Athletics

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Community Events

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Getting to PNW

Maps and Directions

Get directions to PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses.

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Step into Nature

Gabis Arboretum

Relax amidst 300 acres of gardens, woodlands and hiking trails

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Support Services

Community Counseling

Access quality, affordable, culturally competent therapeutic services.

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The Roundtable Perspective

Arts and Entertainment

A collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of PNW!

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PNW License Plate

Indiana residents can hit the road and support scholarships for students by selecting the PNW plate option when you renew at the BMV!

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Days of Discovery

Thursday, April 16

Hammond Campus

Celebrate research, scholarship and creativity at PNW! The 2026 Days of Discovery event will feature a faculty panel, keynote speaker Lulu Miller and poster presentations from students and faculty.

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Preview PNW: The Westville Experience

April 23

Want a closer look at Purdue University Northwest’s Westville branch campus? Our open house will walk you through the admissions process, inform you how to earn your bachelor’s degree at PNW and help you explore options to pay for college.

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Events

PNW Community Events

Apr 16

Days of Discovery 2026

Celebrate research, scholarship and creative activities during the 2026 PNW Days of Discovery.

Apr 23

STARTedUP Challenge 2026: Region Four

Ten student teams from northwest Indiana will compete for a spot in the Challenge Finals this June. The event will bring together government officials, business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators and family members to support and celebrate these young innovators.

Apr 23

Technology Day Showcase

The College of Technology is hosting its annual Technology Day! High school students, alumni and PNW students are all encouraged to attend!

Apr 23

Preview PNW: The Westville Experience

Our open house will walk you through the admissions process, inform you how to earn your bachelor’s degree at PNW and help you explore options to pay for college.