News Releases
July 7, 2026
Enjoy family-friendly concerts at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest’s Acorn Concert Series
Relax under the open sky at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, where five outdoor concerts will light up the 2026 Acorn Concert Series between July 17 and Sept. 25.
June 23, 2026
Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2026 Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest spring 2026 Dean’s List recognizes 1,834 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
June 8, 2026
Applications open for 2026-27 Leadership Northwest Indiana program
The Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest has opened applications for the 2026-27 Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI) program.
June 2, 2026
PNW hosted over 600 supporters at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana for its 10th anniversary gala, a marquee event of the university’s 10th anniversary celebration recognizing a decade of changing students’ lives.
May 21, 2026
Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Hosts Inaugural SPARK Summit
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest welcomed high school students to explore creativity, innovation, leadership and entrepreneurial thinking at the inaugural SPARK Summit.
May 20, 2026
Purdue University Northwest announces winners of the 2026 PNW Big Sell
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) awarded seed funding to three innovative entrepreneurs during the 2026 PNW Big Sell, the university’s annual pitch competition designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business ventures.
May 11, 2026
Purdue University Northwest graduates urged to hold onto virtues amid technological advancements
Major shifts in modern-day technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming how people learn, work, communicate and more.
May 5, 2026
PNW is first Indiana institution to earn FirstGen Forward Network Champion designation
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been recognized by the FirstGen Forward Network as a Network Champion institution for its continuous efforts to provide holistic and quality support for first-generation college students.
May 1, 2026
Earn College Credits this Summer at Purdue University Northwest
College students seeking to stay on track or work ahead in their plans of study can take summer courses offered by Purdue University Northwest.
April 30, 2026
Purdue University Northwest raises over $1.6 million on 2026 PNW Day of Giving
A collective outpouring of generosity from PNW supporters raised a record 3,118 gifts amounting to over $1.6 million on the 13th annual PNW Day of Giving, held April 29.