Leadership
Overseen by Chancellor Chris Holford, PNW’s leadership team advances a student-centered vision focused on enhancing the student experience, strengthening faculty excellence and research, and expanding the university’s impact across Northwest Indiana and beyond.
PNW has shared governance with the University’s Faculty Senate.
Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford
Chris Holford has served as Chancellor of Purdue University Northwest since January 2024. His leadership is grounded in preparing students to become tomorrow’s leaders while investing in faculty and research to elevate PNW’s academic profile and community impact.
Senior Leadership Team
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 346
Schwarz Hall (SWRZ) 150
Phone: 219-989-2446
Email:mora41@pnw.edu
Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 352
Schwarz Hall (SWRZ) 137
Phone: 219-989-2367
Email: ebabcock@pnw.edu
Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 336
Schwarz Hall (SWRZ) 145
Phone: 219-989-2232
Email: sturner@pnw.edu
Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 318
Phone: 219-989-2323
Email: Lisa.Goodnight@pnw.edu
Director of Athletics
Ex Officio
Fitness and Recreation Center (FNRC) 107
Dworkin Complex (DSAC)
Phone: 219-989-2540
Email: rick@pnw.edu
Chief of Staff to the Chancellor
Ex Officio
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 346C
Phone: 219-989-2370
Email: catharine.olsen@pnw.edu
Chief Engagement Officer
Ex Officio
Lawshe Hall (LAWS) 356
Phone: 219-989-8090
Email: matthew.wells@pnw.edu
Our Mission
Purdue University Northwest is a diverse, student-centered university that transforms lives and serves our region through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement.
Resources
Excellence Evolving: PNW 2025-2030 summarizes who we are, what we value and the key goals we’re striving hardest to achieve.
Purdue University Northwest helps power our region. Our impact includes $745.9 million of total income: 2 percent of gross regional product.
Purdue University Northwest supports research on campus and transformative opportunities in the community.