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November 17, 2023
Welcome Darien Thompson, Director of Student Success and Urban Engagement
Darien Thompson has joined the Enrollment Management and Student Affairs team as the Director of Student Success and Urban Engagement where she will play a role in recruitment, retention, professional development, community engagement, and belonging.
October 25, 2023
Purdue Northwest hosts First-Generation College Scholars Celebration events
As a diverse, welcoming, inclusive metropolitan university, Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is dedicated to supporting its first-generation students with a fulfilling student experience and preparation for the next steps in their careers.
October 20, 2023
Purdue University Northwest highlights beauty of Hispanic Culture during Hispanic Heritage Festival
GreatNews.Life shares photos and highlights from PNW’s third annual Hispanic Heritage Festival. Held on the Hammond campus, the festival featured vendors, food and live entertainment, including performances from Mariachi Monumental De Mexico and Melanie.
September 28, 2023
A PNW Sociology faculty member’s recently published research on representation in LGBTQ-themed children’s books offers a helpful critique on the diversity of characters and familial relationships depicted.
September 1, 2023
Numerous PNW staff members earn inclusion microcredentials
A total of 88 Purdue University Northwest (PNW) academic and non-academic staff members and administrators earned microcredentials centered on cultivating inclusive and welcoming environments through the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE).
August 22, 2023
PNW to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with series of events
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of cultural and academic events that honor the rich history, diversity and culture of the Latino communities. The events will run Sept. 14 through Oct. 13.
August 4, 2023
Visiting international medical students and physicians grow skills at PNW summer seminar
A cohort of visiting international medical students and physicians enhanced their academic knowledge, interpersonal investigation skills and critical thinking concerning complex health care issues through a month-long problem-based learning seminar with Dr. Ernest Talarico, visiting lecturer of Biological Sciences, at PNW.
July 6, 2023
PNW’s ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and justice (DEIBJ) initiatives
Purdue University Northwest continually works to ensure a welcoming environment for all members of the university community. I am pleased to share these updates about initiatives and support for our diverse student body, faculty and staff, alumni and visitors.
June 12, 2023
Purdue University Northwest recognizes Juneteenth with a Celebrate Freedom Day
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Juneteenth from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 19 in Founders Plaza north of the Student Union and Library Building, 2233 173rd Street, Hammond, IN.
June 8, 2023
PNW First-Gen Pride Microgrant awardees announced!
The Center for Faculty Excellence, in partnership with Educational Opportunity Programs and the division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, is beyond excited to announce the recipients of our inaugural round of First-Gen Pride microgrants!
