Faculty Staff
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 14, 2025
Purdue University Northwest announced following a national search that José R. Sánchez will join the university as dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences, effective May 1, 2025.
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 30, 2025
Strategic Planning: PNW Values and Open Forum Sessions
See the latest Strategic Planning updates, including a finalized Mission and Vision statement, PNW values and upcoming Open Forum Sessions.
January 30, 2025
Purdue University Northwest announces 2025 Alumni Hall of Fame award winners
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will honor five exceptional university alumni through its expanded 2025 PNW Alumni Hall of Fame awards that recognize accomplished graduates across different stages of their careers.
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.
December 16, 2024
New Schedule for Commencement Ceremonies
Beginning Spring 2025, Purdue University Northwest will hold a single commencement ceremony each year in May.
December 13, 2024
Purdue Trustees Approve Plans for New PNW Residence Hall
Purdue University Northwest plans to expand housing options for students by building a third residence hall on the Hammond campus, as approved by the Purdue University Board of Trustees.
