Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
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Because of the class sizes, I am on a first name basis with all of my professors...They’re always asking about my future plans and how they can help me reach my goals."
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News & Announcements
Featured Alumni Sara Welsh: A Love for History
Sara Welsh graduated from Purdue Northwest with a Bachelor’s in social studies teaching in 2006.
Purdue University Northwest Students Earn Spring Semester Dean’s List Honors
Purdue University Northwest’s 2021 spring semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,792 undergraduate students for their academic achievement.
Fall 2021 Service-Learning Fellowships Awarded for Purdue-Community Partnerships
Purdue’s Office of Engagement has selected seven Purdue instructors for its fall 2021 Service-Learning Fellows Program, including Amlan Mitra and Pamela Saylor from Purdue University Northwest.
Important Dates
Sep 12
Deadline to Submit Intent to Graduate for Fall 2021 Candidates
You must notify the Office of the Registrar of your intent to graduate when registering for your final classes.
Oct 22
Fall Career Expo
The Purdue University Northwest Fall Career Expo is a career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University that are seeking full-time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
Read the Third Issue of PNW’s Philosophy Magazine: “Symphony of Reason!”
Hear from seven authentic student voices reflecting on a range of authors (Plato, Descartes, Epictetus, etc.) and topics (truth, historiography, etc.). Read more