Educational Opportunity Programs
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 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!
May 19, 2023
Ten highlights from the 2022-23 academic year
The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) community enjoyed an academic year filled with new achievements in scholarly research, engaging student life events, and community impact.
May 10, 2023
The frontline of health care: Meet 2023 PNW graduate Kimberly Lozano
Kimberly Lozano, ’23, became interested in the health care field in high school when she completed a class to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA).
May 8, 2023
Up to bat: Meet PNW 2023 graduate Ashley Bravo
Ashley Bravo, ’23, is graduating as a double major of Integrative Human Health and Psychology.
May 1, 2023
All about business: Meet 2023 PNW graduate Vanessa Del Real
Vanessa Del Real, ’23, has always had a passion for numbers. That passion led her to earn bachelor of science degrees in both Accounting and Management.
November 29, 2022
PNW awarded $5.9 million in federal funding for TRIO programs
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has received $5.9 million in renewed federal funding that will support programs for first-generation, low-income and underrepresented college students over the next five years.
November 12, 2021
PNW Joins National Recognition of First-Generation College Students
In honor of the National First-Generation College Celebration, meet some of your first-generation PNW classmates!
September 20, 2021
PNW receives $3.8 million for TRIO Educational Talent Search
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) TRIO program was awarded renewed grants from the U.S. Department of Education for its federally funded Educational Talent Search programs to continue serving first-generation and economically disadvantaged college students.
September 15, 2021
PNW will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by hosting a variety of cultural and academic events. Observed annually in the U.S. between September 15 and October 15, the events will examine the history, culture and contributions of the Hispanic and Latinx communities.
