News Releases
June 13, 2023
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) undergraduate program in Elementary Education received recognition from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its rigorous preparation of future educators in how to teach reading.
December 18, 2023
Purdue University Northwest announces 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame class
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will honor Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., the Honorable Diane Kavadias Schneider and Jeff Strack, president and CEO of Indiana Grocery Group, as its third annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame class.
February 7, 2024
Purdue University Northwest students earn 2023 fall semester Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2023 fall semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,691 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
February 5, 2024
Purdue University Northwest announces Black History Month events
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Black History Month throughout February with a lineup of events recognizing culture, achievements, community and history of Black Americans and the African diaspora.
January 29, 2024
Purdue University Northwest affirmed as doctoral-granting institution by Higher Learning Commission
In tandem with the approval of its new Doctor of Psychology applied doctoral program, the Higher Learning Commission has affirmed Purdue Northwest’s change in educational objectives as a doctoral-granting institution.
October 13, 2023
Purdue University Northwest to play significant role in $1 billion Midwest Hydrogen Hub
Purdue University Northwest (PNW), through its Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation, is a major partner from Indiana in an alliance awarded up to $1 billion in funding to develop a regional clean hydrogen production and distribution hub in the Midwest, as announced by President Biden on Oct. 13.
December 12, 2023
Purdue University Northwest has been elevated to the First Scholars phase by the Center for First-generation Student Success in recognition of its continuous efforts to support first-generation college students.
January 27, 2023
Purdue Northwest’s online nursing programs recognized in 2023 U.S. News and World Report rankings
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) online bachelor’s and master’s nursing programs offered by the College of Nursing earned recognitions in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Program rankings, released Tuesday, Jan. 24.
September 18, 2023
PNW Named Among 2024 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report
Purdue University Northwest earned recognitions for several undergraduate programs and social mobility in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 annual Best Colleges rankings, released Monday, Sept. 18.
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.
