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March 14, 2025
Purdue University Northwest announced following a national search that José R. Sánchez will join the university as dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences, effective May 1, 2025.
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.
January 21, 2025
PNW’s Online Nursing Programs Earn Top 100 Rankings from U.S. News and World Report
PNW's online nursing programs earned top 100 rankings in their respective categories in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs rankings.
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.
January 4, 2024
Purdue University Northwest Announces Amy Fry as Dean of the College of Nursing
Purdue University Northwest announced Amy Fry as its next dean to lead the College of Nursing, effective Jan. 1, 2024, following a national search process.
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.
December 6, 2023
Professor Nicky Ali Jackson recognized in statewide Champion of Diversity awards
Nicky Ali Jackson, professor of Criminal Justice, is named as the 2023 honoree for the Visionary Impact Award by Indiana Minority Business Magazine and Minority Business Review.
