Department of English and World Languages
By offering English and world languages, we provide students a competitive marketable education for the 21st century.
Academic Programs
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
It is such a supportive atmosphere. The smaller class sizes offered the opportunity to have conversations with and receive guidance from professors – opportunities I may not have had at a larger university.
My professors at PNW have made a huge impact on me as I take what I've learned from them and start applying that to my future students in my own classroom.
As a first-generation college graduate, I owe my successes to the instructors and friends I’ve made at in my major. They changed my life and helped me make my dreams a reality.
My professors did a great job of providing a balanced education. There were courses not just in English content, but also in education, pedagogy and a lot of field experience before you start student teaching.
PNW offered a perfect college experience for me. The connections and relationships I’ve made are my favorite thing about attending.
Resources
Opportunities and Outreach
Specialty scholarships, advisors and student organizations–see how we can help you succeed.
OUR COMMITMENT
We are dedicated to ensuring our students are fully prepared for lifelong success.
First-Year Writing Program
We build writers by providing a strong foundation in writing and reading.
Language Tutoring
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA CENTER
Need help with your language course? Stop by the International Media Center and talk to a language tutor. Please check the schedule to know when tutors are available.
Events
Jan 21
Weather Alert: Remote OperationsDue to extreme weather conditions, both Hammond and Westville campuses will operate remotely on Tuesday, January 21.
Jan 26
Deadline to Apply to Graduate for Spring 2025Speak with your academic advisor to make sure you are eligible to graduate and submit your application.
Jan 31
Furnace Submission DeadlineThe Department of English seeks submissions from writers and artists for the current issue of PNW’s student literary journal, Furnace.
News & Announcements
Purdue University Northwest Graduates Encouraged to Commit to Themselves and Their Dreams
Purdue University Northwest celebrated summer and fall 2024 graduates during two ceremonies held Saturday, Dec. 14. A total of 650 candidates were recognized for not only their commitment to academic excellence, but also their grit exhibited through student leadership, community service and extracurricular involvement.
Classroom to the Courtroom: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Joseph Ignatuk
Joseph Ignatuk, ’24, is set to earn a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science from the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) with minors in French and Philosophy.
Purdue University Northwest students earn 2024 spring semester Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2024 spring semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,636 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.