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Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics

You can find intellectual enrichment and the tools to succeed in diverse careers with this marketable education for the 21st century.

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Get active in the campus community. There’s a campus life here – give it a try! It will make your experience here a lot better.

Raymond Kosinski

The professors at PNW have always set clear expectations and shared information enthusiastically and engagingly. Discussion was not only had, but encouraged. Overall, the professors at PNW provided an experience that encouraged engagement and helped build connections.

Raymond Kosinski, ‘22, History

Erica Nichols

My learning opportunities afforded to me in PNW's kind and welcoming environment have carried me well through graduate school, all the way to finishing my dissertation, acquiring a Ph.D. in Philosophy and becoming an assistant professor.

Erica Nichols, Philosophy

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PNW provides a great learning environment for its students and resources for their success.

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News & Announcements

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PNW named Best University in the Region

Purdue University Northwest was named “Best University” for a third consecutive year in The Times of Northwest Indiana newspaper’s 2026 “Best of the Region” ballot!

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Purdue University Northwest graduates urged to hold onto virtues amid technological advancements

Major shifts in modern-day technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming how people learn, work, communicate and more.

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Capitol Ambitions: Meet 2025 PNW graduate Angel Carrillo

Sparked by the national conversation surrounding the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Angel Carrillo’s (BA ‘25) interest in politics and government began early.

Important Dates

Jun 12

First Four-Week Module Ends

The first Four-Week Module ends on June 12, 2026. 

Jun 15

Eight-Week Module & Second Four-Week Module Begin

The eight-week module and second four-week module begin on June 15, 2026.

Jun 19

Deadline to Submit Summer 2026 Application to Graduate

The deadline to submit your Summer 2026 Application to Graduate is June 19, 2026.

Jun 26

First Six-Week Module Ends

The First Six-Week Module Ends on June 26, 2026.