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Purdue University Northwest announces Black History Month events

Purdue University Northwest announces Black History Month events Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Black History Month throughout February with a lineup of events recognizing culture, achievements, community and history of Black Americans and the African diaspora. “Black History Month serves as a...

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Purdue University Northwest affirmed as doctoral-granting institution by Higher Learning Commission

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. The change coincided with the...

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Purdue University Northwest announces Amy Fry as Dean of the College of Nursing

Purdue University Northwest announces Amy Fry as Dean of the College of Nursing Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced Amy Fry as its next dean to lead the College of Nursing, effective Jan. 1, 2024, following a national search process. Fry has served as the College of Nursing’s interim dean since July...

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Purdue University Northwest announces 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame class

Purdue University Northwest announces 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame class Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will honor Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., the Honorable Diane Kavadias Schneider and Jeff Strack, president and CEO of Indiana Grocery Group, as its third annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame class. “It gives me...

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PNW to celebrate MLK Day with community conversations and service

PNW to celebrate MLK Day with community conversations and service Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites the public to join its annual celebration of the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. PNW will host community conversations and a keynote speaker on Jan. 10 and Jan. 11, as well as facilitate...

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Purdue Northwest receives $3 million federal grant to increase services for NWI children exposed to trauma

Purdue Northwest receives $3 million federal grant to increase services for NWI children exposed to trauma Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) department of Psychology was recently awarded a five-year, $3 million grant from the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to partner with pediatric healthcare clinics...

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Purdue University Northwest promoted to First Scholars designation by Center for First-generation Student Success

Purdue University Northwest promoted to First Scholars designation by Center for First-generation Student Success Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been elevated to the First Scholars phase by the Center for First-generation Student Success in recognition of its continuous efforts to support first-generation college students. Earning First Scholars status...

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Purdue University Northwest fall graduates reminded to never stop learning

Purdue University Northwest fall graduates reminded to never stop learning Purdue University Northwest (PNW) fall 2023 graduates may have just had their degrees conferred, but it will not mark the end of impactful lessons for their budding careers. Work experiences, unexpected upheavals in their personal lives, new...

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Purdue University Northwest to honor 694 candidates at fall commencement

Purdue University Northwest to honor 694 candidates at fall commencement Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will host its annual fall commencement exercises on Saturday, Dec. 9.  A total of 694 candidates have completed plans of study in PNW’s academic colleges of Business; Engineering and Sciences; Humanities,...

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Tickets available for former Cubs Manager David Ross at PNW Sinai Forum

Tickets available for former Cubs Manager David Ross at PNW Sinai Forum The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Sinai Forum’s 70th season concludes Sunday, Dec. 3 with David Ross, former field manager of the Chicago Cubs Major League Baseball (MLB) team. Ross’ program takes place at the James B. Dworkin Student...

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