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News and Announcements
Purdue University Northwest named a College of Distinction
Purdue University Northwest is newly recognized as a College of Distinction for its commitment to providing a comprehensive, exceptional student experience that provides high-quality, active learning for students and ensures successful outcomes for PNW graduates.
PNW’s Online Nursing Programs Earn Top 100 Rankings from U.S. News and World Report
PNW’s online nursing programs earned top 100 rankings in their respective categories in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs rankings.
PNW Promotes Community and Dialogue at Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events
Purdue University Northwest hosted the first of its two Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations on Thursday, Jan. 16, with students, faculty, staff and members of the community gathering on PNW’s Hammond Campus to celebrate King’s legacy.
Resources
Community Counseling
Access quality, affordable, culturally competent therapeutic services.
Arts and Entertainment
A collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of PNW!
The Mane Event
January 30
4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Fitness and Recreation Center
Join the Pride at the Mane Event, presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union!
Cheer on men’s and women’s basketball while enjoying free food, giveaways and more.
Events
Jan 28
FSA ID and FAFSA WorkshopJoin us for a free financial aid workshop. We’ll share steps to complete your FSA ID/FAFSA and answer questions about the process.
Jan 30
PNW Athletics TodayListen to Rick Costello, director of Athletics, and coach and student-athlete guests as they dive into the latest in PNW Pride Athletics!
Jan 30
Sustainability at PNW: A Lecture and DiscussionExplore the potential of the Calumet region and ways in which students can engage in sustainability issues. Featuring guest speaker Dr. Mark Bouman, Senior Environmental Social Scientist Emeritus Keller Science Action Center, Field Museum, Chicago.