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Register For Free Preview PNW Open House Information Sessions
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites prospective college students and their families to attend their choice of Preview PNW open house events, offered free of charge at both the Hammond and Westville campuses in April. The events provide valuable information about the university’s academic programs, admissions process and paying for college. Guests are welcome to attend either of the upcoming events:Preview PNW: The Westville Experience from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on
Purdue University Northwest Unveils Lions Athletic Nickname
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced today that its athletics teams will compete as the PNW Lions, effective July 1, 2026. The shift is based on input from students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members, who indicated strong attachment to the university’s distinctive “Leo the Lion” mascot representing the university community’s grit and determination.“As PNW celebrates its 10th year, we proudly reflect on how we continue to change students’ lives through
Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County's New Event Serves Up ''Just Desserts'' for Local Youth
For one sweet evening, cakes, cookies and cheesecakes will be the star of the show! Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County (BGCLPC) invites community members to indulge in delicious treats while supporting local youth at its inaugural Just Desserts event. Just Desserts will take place on Thursday, May 7 from 6-8 PM at Purdue University Northwest’s Great Hall in Westville. Attendees will enjoy a delicious dinner and cash bar, then choose from a buffet of locally made desserts based on their tables’ total
Microsoft, Dermody update tax agreement to include historic funding for La Porte schools
La PORTE, IN (March 3, 2026) – In partnership with the La Porte Community School Corporation, the City of La Porte today shared they have approved an updated tax agreement for Microsoft’s datacenter project in La Porte, according to Mayor Tom Dermody.This comes after Microsoft President and Vice Chair Brad Smith announced in January that the global tech company will no longer seek local property tax abatements or breaks for its new datacenter projects. Despite the completion and approval of the previous
Purdue University Northwest Hosts College Goal Sunday on Feb. 22
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Financial aid professionals will be on-site at Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) Hammond and Westville campuses during the statewide College Goal Sunday programs on Feb. 22. The free event will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CST and will help college-bound students and their families apply for financial aid.College Goal Sunday programs provide assistance to students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is required for students to be
LEAP News
- La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership Announces Ready2Work Childcare Voucher Program
- Resort Apartments Expansion Sought
- Patrick Industries Announces Plans to Open a New Facility in La Porte, Indiana
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership with 5-Star Accreditation
- Quincy Development begins Construction in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park
- Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
- Downtown La Porte Gets Community Treatment with Help of La Porte County Family YMCA & LEAP
- La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
- INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
- Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
- GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte’s Competitive Advantage
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