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News Highlights
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.
Purdue University Northwest Invites Public to Join 2025 MLK Day Celebrations
Purdue University Northwest invites the public to join its annual celebration of the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. through free programming on Jan. 16 and Jan. 20, 2025.
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.
Events
Jan 16
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Event – Hammond CampusPNW invites the Northwest Indiana community to the Hammond Campus to celebrate diversity and inclusion through the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jan 20
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Event – Westville CampusPNW invites the Northwest Indiana community to the Westville Campus to celebrate diversity and inclusion through the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Jan 30
The Mane EventJoin 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.
Apr 03
PNW Alumni Hall of Fame InductionJoin us for the 2025 PNW Alumni Hall of Fame Induction. Honorees will be recognized on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Alumni Hall on the PNW Hammond campus.