News Releases
February 16, 2026
Purdue University Northwest hosts College Goal Sunday on Feb. 22
Purdue University Northwest will host College Goal Sunday programs on its Hammond and Westville campuses from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CST on Sunday, Feb. 22.
February 13, 2026
Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest to Host Regional Youth Innovation Experience
The Society of Innovators at PNW will host the SPARK Summit, a one-day youth innovation and entrepreneurship experience designed for high school students from across Northwest Indiana.
February 12, 2026
Society of Innovators releases Spark Series video lessons
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced the release of the full first season of its Spark Series, a free, classroom-ready video learning library designed to introduce students to entrepreneurship, innovation and real-world problem-solving through the voices of local entrepreneurs and changemakers.
February 5, 2026
Purdue University Northwest Students Earn Fall 2025 Dean’s List Honors
The Purdue University Northwest fall 2025 Dean’s List recognizes 1,877 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
January 27, 2026
PNW’s Online RN-to-BSN Program Earns Top 50 National Ranking from U.S. News and World Report
PNW College of Nursing online programs received top national recognitions through U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Online Programs rankings, including a No. 38 placement for its RN-to-BSN program.
January 22, 2026
Purdue University Northwest announces 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame inductee, award winners
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will honor four exceptional university alumni through its expanded 2026 PNW Alumni Hall of Fame awards that recognize accomplished graduates across different stages of their careers.
January 21, 2026
Area professionals invited to explore advanced education at PNW’s Graduate Program Showcase
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites professionals interested in enhancing their career opportunities with advanced education and credentials to attend its upcoming Graduate Programs Showcase.
January 13, 2026
Purdue University Northwest announces new dean of the College of Business
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has announced David G. Taylor will serve as the Teddy Jacobi Dean of the PNW College of Business, effective July 1, 2026. Taylor was selected through a national search process.
December 17, 2025
Purdue University Northwest invites community members to join 2026 MLK Day events
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites the public to join in celebrating the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy through free programming on Jan. 15 and Jan. 19, 2026.
December 16, 2025
PNW has once again received the International Council of Electronic Commerce Consults’ Academia Circle of Excellence Award in recognition of high-quality teaching that effectively prepares students and professionals to enter needed areas of the national cybersecurity workforce.