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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
Sinai Forum at Purdue Northwest 2026 season to feature Jon Meacham, Pat Hughes and more
The Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced the lineup of five notable speakers who will join its 2026 season.
Enjoy family-friendly concerts at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest’s Acorn Concert Series
Relax under the open sky at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, where five outdoor concerts will light up the 2026 Acorn Concert Series between July 17 and Sept. 25.
Inside The Numbers: PNW Athletics 2025-26 Year in Review
The Purdue University Northwest Department of Athletics celebrated another outstanding year during the 2025–26 season.
Events
Aug 06
Roaring Back to School Giveaway (Hammond)Community members can collect school supplies, snacks and community resources at PNW’s school-supply giveaway event!
Aug 12
Roaring Back to School Giveaway (Westville)Community members can collect school supplies, snacks, and community resources at PNW’s school-supply giveaway event!
Aug 26
Fall Welcome Rally (Westville)Kick off the Fall semester at PNW’s Welcome Rally, where you can explore everything campus has to offer!
Aug 27
Fall Welcome Rally (Hammond)Kick off the Fall semester at PNW’s Welcome Rally, where you can explore everything campus has to offer!