PNW News
Explore the latest news and announcements from Purdue University Northwest, including student spotlights, faculty highlights and the latest partnerships with our community.
PNW Named Among 2025 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report
Purdue University Northwest was ranked as a top public regional university in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 annual Best Colleges rankings while also being recognized for student social mobility.
Purdue University Northwest designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by U.S. Department of Education
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has earned official designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). This designation makes PNW the largest HSI in the state of Indiana.
Purdue University Northwest affirmed as doctoral-granting institution by Higher Learning Commission
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been affirmed by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) as a doctoral-granting institution with its recent approval of a substantive change in mission or student body.
News Highlights
PNW Nursing faculty member earns prestigious AANP national recognition
Julia Rogers, associate professor of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest, is the recipient of the State Award for Outstanding Contributions for Indiana from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Purdue University Northwest students earn fall 2024 Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2024 fall semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,726 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
Purdue University Northwest hosts College Goal Sunday on Feb. 23
Purdue University Northwest will host College Goal Sunday programs on its Hammond and Westville campuses from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 23.
All PNW Updates
Important Update to Purchasing Cards and Travel Cards
A recent Business@Purdue introduced a change in process for requesting an increase and for making a change to both Travel cards and Purchasing cards.
Telehealth Visits to Incur a Small Fee
As a result of the American Relief Act of 2025, participants enrolled in HSA-eligible high-deductible health plans — such as Purdue’s medical plans — are now required to pay for non-preventive telehealth visits.
Leadership Labs: Unlocking Your Personality Registration
Unlock your potential with Leadership Labs: Unlocking Your Personality, a dynamic development opportunity brought to you by MaPSAC, CSSAC and the Leadership Institute!