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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 FirstGen Forward Network Champion 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
Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Hosts Inaugural SPARK Summit
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest welcomed high school students to explore creativity, innovation, leadership and entrepreneurial thinking at the inaugural SPARK Summit.
A Lifelong Calling: Meet 2026 PNW graduate Loretta Santino
The path to a career in nursing began at home for Chancellor’s Medallion recipient Loretta Santino (BSN’26).
Life in the Fast Lane: Meet 2025 PNW Graduate Stefan Dinich
Stefan Dinich’s passion for working on automobiles found a hands-on outlet in the Purdue Northwest Baja Racing team as the 2025 graduate earned his mechanical engineering technology degree.
Events
Sep 07
Campus Closed: Labor DayThere will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.
Nov 26
Thanksgiving Break – Campuses ClosedDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no classes from Wednesday, November 25, through Saturday, November 28.
May 07
Commencement WeekendJoin us to celebrate Purdue University Northwest’s Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 candidates for graduation!