PNW Alumni
The PNW Alumni Engagement office serves more than 70,000 PNW alumni...including you! Whether it be career connections, on or off-campus events or other ways to engage with your peers or future alumni, we're here to help. Connect with us today!
Meet Our Alumni
PNW alumni leading change in regional community leadership organizations
PNW graduates are part of the growing number of leaders making an impact in Northwest Indiana, heading organizations like the Regional Development Authority, South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, Regional Health Systems, Center of Workforce Innovations and Urban League of Northwest Indiana.
PNW’s DNP students translate science into practice
Kristina James’ (DNP’24) decision to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the College of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest stemmed from a desire to expand her knowledge and make a greater impact in the nursing field.
Minding the Future: Meet 2025 PNW Graduate Chloe Belford
For Student President Chloe Belford, ‘25, a passion for criminal justice and a pivotal class in elementary psychology prompted a degree in Psychology.
Alumni Night at the Arb!
June 20 | Gates open: 6 p.m.
Join fellow PNW alumni for a fun night of live music under the stars at Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso, Indiana!
Bring your family, grab a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy the high-energy Led Zeppelin tribute band, Kashmir, as they open the summer concert series.
$17 per ticket with discount code. Limit of 4 tickets.
Alumni Resources
From interview prep to job listings in Handshake, PNW alumni can take the next step with Career Center resources.
Roar Pride! Cheer for your favorite team and stay connected with campus life—check out the schedule.
See how to request your PNW transcript. Transcripts are provided free of charge whether requested online or in person.
You are the Pride of Purdue Northwest! Whether you are a recent grad or seasoned professional, the PNW Alumni Engagement Office is here for you!
Faculty, staff, family and friends gathered to celebrate our 2025 PNW Alumni Hall of Fame inductees: Mitchell “Mason” Macenski and Nicole Kupchik (with PNW Chancellor Kenneth C. Holford at right).
From college reunions to networking and homecoming events, PNW's Alumni Engagement Office has a variety of ways to get involved and show off your Pride!
PNW's alumni events give you a chance to catch up with friends and former classmates while connecting with other alumni!
PNW graduates, and their family members, have great ways to show off their PNW Pride at our events and in the community!
Upcoming Alumni Events
Jun 20
2025 PNW Lilly Cybersecurity CampThe 2025 Lilly Cybersecurity Summer Camp will immerse you in learner-centered, hands-on labs and game play activities, including cyber security awareness education game play, robot game design, etc.
Jun 20
Acorn Concert Series: Kashmir (Led Zeppelin Tribute)Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of Led Zeppelin with Kashmir, a revitalizing tribute band at the 2025 Acorn Concert Series!
Jun 23
Psyched for Summer! CampGet Psyched for Summer by participating in hands-on experiences that explore how our brains function, how we develop as humans, and why we behave, think and feel the way we do.
Jun 23
Finch Robot Summer Camp2025 Finch Robot Campers will be introduced to computational thinking by programming a robot using blocked based and drag and drop coding.
News and Announcements
PNW’s academic quality reaffirmed through completed accreditation assurance review
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) earned approval of its 2025 Assurance Review submitted to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the institution’s regional accreditor, verifying the university’s commitment to serving students with high-quality resources and efforts supporting institution-wide improvement.
PNW students earn recognitions during spring competitions
Several student organizations within the College of Engineering and Sciences participated in regional, national and international competitions in spring 2025, earning awards for their academic talents and collaboration.
PNW alumni leading change in regional community leadership organizations
PNW graduates are part of the growing number of leaders making an impact in Northwest Indiana, heading organizations like the Regional Development Authority, South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, Regional Health Systems, Center of Workforce Innovations and Urban League of Northwest Indiana.