Purdue University Northwest, Public university in Hammond and Westville, Indiana, US.
Purdue University Northwest is a public university located across two campuses in Hammond and Westville in Northwest Indiana. The institution offers more than 70 academic programs with modern research facilities, including the Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building for scientific work.
The university was formed in 2016 through the merger of Purdue University Calumet and Purdue University North Central. This consolidation created a stronger educational presence in the Northwest Indiana region.
The university holds designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and hosts more than 80 student organizations that reflect diverse cultural backgrounds and shape campus life.
The campus offers visitors access to modern laboratory facilities and research centers available for tours or exploration. It is helpful to explore the campus layout beforehand to locate various academic buildings and research areas.
The institution competes in NCAA Division II through the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference with 19 varsity sports teams. This allows students to combine athletics and academics at a competitive level without the demands of Division I.
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