Chancellor Holford
March 18, 2025
NWI Times: Catalyzing development in Northwest Indiana
PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford shares his vision of the university’s role in connecting leaders, technology and opportunity to advance regional development. One of the most promising developments in our region’s economic landscape is the establishment of the Roberts Impact Lab (RIL) at Purdue University Northwest.
March 12, 2025
PNW Recognizes Outstanding Students, Faculty and Staff Members During Founders Day Celebration
Purdue University Northwest recognized several exemplary students, faculty and staff members, nominated by their institutional peers, for accomplishments relating to their on-campus community-building and leadership.
March 12, 2025
PNW alumni are positively changing our world
We are incredibly proud of the many Purdue University Northwest (PNW) alumni who become leaders in their fields and in their communities.
March 10, 2025
Congratulations to Our 2025 Founders Day Award Winners and Honorees
Thank you to all who gathered for the ninth Annual PNW Founders Day Celebration. Congratulations to the years of service honorees, award nominees, and recipients of the outstanding faculty, staff and student awards!
February 19, 2025
Your earnest participation and valuable input over these past several months have significantly shaped PNW's 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, “Excellence Evolving.” From our students, faculty and staff to our alumni and community partners, I am proud of your commitment to ensuring our university is responsive to the future needs of our students and the communities we serve.
February 10, 2025
Condolences for the Family of Chancellor Emeritus James Yackel
With sincere condolences, we share news of the passing of Chancellor Emeritus James Yackel. He served as chancellor of Purdue University Calumet from 1990-2001.
January 13, 2025
PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford looks back his first year in office, thanking faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community leaders for support for ambitious goals to lead transformational change.
January 12, 2025
NWI Times: Purdue University Northwest Is Transforming the Region
Looking back on his first year in office, PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford writes in the Northwest Indiana Times about his gratitude for regional leaders, companies, and supporters who share our vision to strengthen the region’s economy, expand educational opportunities and provide community resources
January 6, 2025
Purdue University Northwest welcomes Alejandra Y. Castillo as Senior Fellow for Economic Development
Alejandra Y. Castillo has joined Purdue University Northwest (PNW) as Senior Fellow for Economic Development.
December 16, 2024
New Schedule for Commencement Ceremonies
Beginning Spring 2025, Purdue University Northwest will hold a single commencement ceremony each year in May.
