Office of the Chancellor

Chancellor Thomas L. Keon in front of a PNW sign

Meet the Chancellor

An accountant by training and a supporter of civic engagement and the arts by design, Thomas L. Keon, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of Purdue University Northwest. He seeks to equip students with training for successful careers as well as a deep appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship.

Meet Chancellor Keon

Purdue Northwest faculty and students are dedicated to NWI and want to provide support to enrich the lives of those in our community. Universities are not islands, but rather great contributors to the overall well-being of their communities.

Chancellor Thomas L. Keon

Chancellor Thomas L. Keon stands at podium, smiling

Chancellor Keon awarded Sagamore of the Wabash

PNW Chancellor Thomas L. Keon received the prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash award for his leadership at PNW. The Sagamore of the Wabash is one of the highest civilian honors bestowed by a sitting Indiana governor.

Learn About the Recognition

Areas of Focus

Policies

Policies and Procedures for Purdue University Northwest.

Strategic Plan

From student success to quality infrastructure, PNW’s current strategic plan outlines the university’s vision, mission, values and goals.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

It is our mission to drive behavioral change with the ultimate goal of creating an environment that is equitable, diverse,inclusive and open-minded.