Purdue University Northwest

PNW Nursing, Business graduate programs earn recognition from U.S. News and World Report

PNW Nursing, Business graduate programs earn recognition from U.S. News and World Report Several of Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) graduate programs were recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Graduate Programs rankings, released April 8. PNW’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing...

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Purdue University Northwest announces Richard Sévère as next dean of the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Purdue University Northwest announces Richard Sévère as next dean of the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced following a national search that Richard Sévère will join the university as dean of the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (CHESS), effective July 1, 2025. Sévère...

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Purdue University Northwest announces faculty member promotions

Purdue University Northwest announces faculty member promotions Nine Purdue University Northwest (PNW) faculty members received approval today (April 4) by the Purdue University Board of Trustees for academic promotions starting in the 2025-26 academic year. The faculty members’ promotions are effective Aug....

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Chad Patrick makes 2025 Opening Day roster for Milwaukee Brewers

Chad Patrick makes 2025 Opening Day roster for Milwaukee Brewers Former Purdue Northwest Baseball pitcher Chad Patrick officially earns the big league dream as he was named to the Opening Day roster for the Milwaukee Brewers of the 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) season. Patrick was a dominant pitcher during his...

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PNW’s College of Nursing adds newborn-focused simulation equipment

PNW’s College of Nursing adds newborn-focused simulation equipment The College of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is adding to its state-of-the-art health simulation labs with new specialty equipment focused on pregnancy, childbirth and newborn health care. These latest training tools will be...

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HTM faculty member Pitparnee Stompor earns 2025 Purdue Focus Award

HTM faculty member Pitparnee Stompor earns 2025 Purdue Focus Award Pitparnee Stompor, clinical professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM), was selected to receive Purdue University’s 2025 Focus Award in recognition for outstanding contributions to furthering Purdue’s commitment to disability...

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Alejandra Castillo Helps Illuminate the Ecosystem Behind Economic Development Planning

Alejandra Castillo Helps Illuminate the Ecosystem Behind Economic Development Planning Alejandra Y. Castillo joined Purdue University Northwest in January 2025 as the university’s Senior Fellow for Economic Development. As a distinguished and experienced leader with over two decades of experience in public service and nonprofit...

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Applications open for the 2025-2026 Leadership Northwest Indiana program

Applications open for the 2025-2026 Leadership Northwest Indiana program The Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (PNW) has opened applications for the 2025-2026 Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI) program. This premium leadership program, facilitated by a team that includes faculty members from the PNW’s...

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The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Announces winners of the Northwest Indiana High School Pitch Competition held in Westville

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Announces winners of the Northwest Indiana High School Pitch Competition held in Westville The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced winners of the 2025 Northwest Indiana High School Pitch Competition – Westville. Five winners were selected from 17 student teams that presented their startup pitches at Purdue University...

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Purdue University Northwest announces José Sánchez as next dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences

Purdue University Northwest announces José Sánchez as next dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 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. Sánchez most recently served at Merrimack College...

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