Flu Shots
2026/2027 Flu Shot Information
Seasonal flu shots are provided at no charge to all benefits-eligible Purdue faculty and staff, as well as spouses and dependents covered on a Purdue medical plan, through a variety of means.
Regardless of location, individuals coming for a flu shot should bring their Purdue University ID (PUID) card.
On-Campus Drive-Thru Flu Shot Details
The CHL at Purdue University Northwest will be administering flu shots.
October 14 – Hammond Campus
7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT
In front of the Riley Center Building (Center for Healthy Living)
2250 173rd Street, Hammond, IN
Located directly across from the Fitness & Recreation Center
October 15 – Westville Campus
7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT
Circle Drive in front of Schwarz Hall
1401 S. U.S. Hwy. 421, Westville, IN
Campus Flu Shots
Starting October 1, flu shots are available:
Call the Center for Healthy Living to schedule an appointment for a flu shot.
Location
Center for Healthy Living
Hammond Campus
Vaccine Types
The CHL at PNW will be administering the following vaccines at both Hammond and Westville:
- Fluzone quadrivalent vaccine, which is designed to protect against four different flu viruses; two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. It is approved for anyone ages 6 months and older.
- Flublok quadrivalent vaccine, which is designed to protect against four different flu viruses; two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses. It is approved for use in ages 18 years and older. It is preservative and egg-free.
If an alternative vaccine type is needed, employees are encouraged to see their providers.
Additional Flu Shot Options
If employees are unable to make it to the CHL or a flu shot event on campus, there are other options:
- Retail pharmacies
Check with your retail pharmacy for flu shot availability. All Purdue medical plans cover the seasonal flu vaccine for employees and covered dependents. - Health care provider
In most cases, primary care providers can administer flu shots. All Purdue medical plans cover the seasonal flu vaccine for employees and covered dependents.
Earn Your Path Incentive Dollars
As a reminder, flu shots are included in the 2026 Your Path incentive as one of the optional annual vaccinations in step 2. Therefore, those who get their flu shot in 2026 and log completion into the Your Path Portal are eligible for additional incentive dollars. More information on how to earn incentives via the Your Path Program is available here.