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Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a student-centered university that transforms lives through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement. Located in Northwest Indiana, near Chicago, PNW is a First Gen Forward Network Leader and an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University. PNW advances the socioeconomic mobility of its students and positively impacts regional development.
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News Highlights
PNW begins implementing the Student Success Hub and Network
As a student-centric institution, PNW is transforming its holistic support of students by launching the Student Success Hub and Network, connecting key campus-wide resources that serve all undergraduate students in achieving their highest outcomes.
PNW launches Indiana specialty license plate to support student scholarships
Showcase your connection to Purdue University Northwest and support student scholarships with a PNW special group recognition license plate, available through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles beginning in January 2026.
GreatNews.Life: Purdue Northwest Late Night Madness 2025
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Athletics hosted its 12th annual Late Night Madness event on Oct. 30 to celebrate and preview the start of the women’s and men’s basketball seasons.
Events
Nov 26
Thanksgiving Break – No ClassesDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no classes from Thursday, November 27 through Saturday, November 29.
Nov 27
Thanksgiving Break – Campuses ClosedDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, the PNW Campuses will be closed from Thursday, November 27, through Saturday, November 29.
Dec 02
Giving Tuesday 2025This #PNWGivingTuesday, we ask our alumni, friends, parents, staff and faculty to support our efforts with a gift towards the PNW Food Pantry, or another area of your choice, for our deserving students.
Dec 07
Sinai Forum: Adventures in Science Literacy with Neil deGrasse TysonJoin the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for a conversation with Neil deGrasse Tyson.