PNW News
Explore the latest news and announcements from Purdue University Northwest, including student spotlights, faculty highlights and the latest partnerships with our community.
PNW Named Among 2025 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report
Purdue University Northwest was ranked as a top public regional university in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 annual Best Colleges rankings while also being recognized for student social mobility.
Purdue University Northwest affirmed as doctoral-granting institution by Higher Learning Commission
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been affirmed by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as a doctoral-granting institution with its recent approval of a substantive change in mission or student body.
News Highlights
Sinai Forum at Purdue Northwest 2025 season to feature Neil deGrasse Tyson, Platon, and more
Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum announces this year’s guests speakers.
PNW Nursing faculty member named American Academy of Nursing fellow
Julia Rogers, associate professor of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest, was named a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, one of the highest distinctions for professional nurses.
Inside The Numbers: PNW Athletics 2024-25 Year in Review
Purdue Northwest Athletics celebrated another outstanding year in 2024–25, with teams bringing home championships, setting multiple records and student-athletes achieving historic milestones on the field and in the classroom.
All PNW Updates
Sinai Forum at Purdue Northwest 2025 season to feature Neil deGrasse Tyson, Platon, and more
Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum announces this year’s guests speakers.
Innovators Corner: Brad Feld on the Power of Mentorship and “Giving First”
At the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Techstars co-founder Brad Feld challenges communities to lead with generosity, listen deeply and support founders first.
PNW Nursing faculty member named American Academy of Nursing fellow
Julia Rogers, associate professor of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest, was named a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, one of the highest distinctions for professional nurses.