Announcements
March 30, 2026
When Gowrisree Juttiga, President of Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) Society of Women Engineers (SWE) chapter, stepped into the SWE National Conference, she paused and took it all in.
March 30, 2026
Purdue Northwest Elevates Natalie Jarrett to Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Success
The Purdue University Northwest Department of Athletics has announced the promotion of Natalie Jarrett to Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Success, reinforcing the department's commitment to academic excellence and student-athlete development.
March 25, 2026
Policy Reminder for Faculty and Staff
PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford offers a review of guidelines that help ensure the university speaks with one voice when communicating Purdue University Northwest’s official institutional position on important matters.
March 23, 2026
Inside PNW: PNW Lions and Founders Day Recognitions
The latest Inside PNW shares the big announcement about the PNW Lions as well as Founders Day recognitions.
March 17, 2026
Cooper Olson Signs with the Indiana Sentinels of the FPHL
Senior goaltender Cooper Olson, who competed for PNW ACHA Division 1 Hockey, has signed a professional contract with the Indiana Sentinels of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, becoming the first player in program history to sign a professional deal.
March 9, 2026
“Fight Like a Girl” Women’s Self-Defense Training
Safety is a top priority at Purdue University Northwest. We are proud to announce our annual "Fight Like a Girl" Women's Self-Defense Training will be offered on Wednesday, March 11.
March 9, 2026
From the Chancellor: PNW Unveils Lions Athletics Nickname
PNW Chancellor Chris Holford announces that the Purdue University Northwest athletics teams will compete as the PNW Lions, effective July 1, 2026.
March 3, 2026
Commencement Student Speaker Nomination
As we prepare for the Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony, we invite you to nominate an outstanding graduating student to serve as this year’s student speaker.
February 26, 2026
Vote for PNW in The Times 2026 Best of the Region
Vote for PNW in The Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region ballot! It only takes a few seconds, and you can vote once per day through March 29, 2026.
February 20, 2026
Final Reminder: Google Workspace Retirement Begins Tonight
The Purdue Northwest Google Workspace environment is being retired, and all users are transitioning to Microsoft 365 this weekend, Feb. 20 to 23.