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June 12, 2025
PNW’s academic quality reaffirmed through completed accreditation assurance review
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) earned approval of its 2025 Assurance Review submitted to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the institution’s regional accreditor, verifying the university’s commitment to serving students with high-quality resources and efforts supporting institution-wide improvement.
June 11, 2025
PNW students earn recognitions during spring competitions
Several student organizations within the College of Engineering and Sciences participated in regional, national and international competitions in spring 2025, earning awards for their academic talents and collaboration.
June 6, 2025
PNW alumni leading change in regional community leadership organizations
PNW graduates are part of the growing number of leaders making an impact in Northwest Indiana, heading organizations like the Regional Development Authority, South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, Regional Health Systems, Center of Workforce Innovations and Urban League of Northwest Indiana.
May 13, 2025
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) 2025 graduates have poured countless hours into their persistent journeys to earn their degrees. On May 10, the culmination of over 850 candidates’ hard work was celebrated during PNW’s 2025 Commencement.
January 22, 2025
Purdue University Northwest named a College of Distinction
Purdue University Northwest is newly recognized as a College of Distinction for its commitment to providing a comprehensive, exceptional student experience that provides high-quality, active learning for students and ensures successful outcomes for PNW graduates.
November 18, 2024
Thirteen PNW faculty and staff members are being recognized by Purdue University’s Office of Research for impactful scholarly initiatives that have earned millions of dollars in external funding.
August 27, 2024
PNW to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with series of events
PNW’s annual Hispanic Heritage Festival is the marquee event for the university’s Hispanic Heritage Month programming.
June 11, 2024
Purdue University Northwest hosts annual Juneteenth celebration
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Juneteenth from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 in Founders Plaza north of the Student Union and Library Building, 2200 169th Street, Hammond, IN.
January 26, 2024
Search for the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
I am pleased to announce that we are launching the search for the next Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
December 13, 2023
Purdue Northwest’s department of Psychology was awarded a $3 million federal grant to support mental health services and interventions for child traumatic stress. PNW will partner with two of the largest pediatric health clinics in NWI, Associated Pediatricians and HealthLinc.
