The student news site of Purdue University Northwest.

PNW Pioneer
The student news site of Purdue University Northwest.

PNW Pioneer
The student news site of Purdue University Northwest.

PNW Pioneer
News
Prof worries about Google’s decision to permit use of AI in weapons
Darryll Coleman • March 10, 2025

After years of banning the use of its artificial intelligence in harmful technologies, Google reversed course last month – worrying one...

Students say change will harm nation
Aaron Conn and Taylor Quiroga • March 10, 2025

While dismantling DEI programs may hurt women, some PNW students worry they will cause greater harm to the nation. “Discussions about getting...

Profs fear fed cuts will hurt research, public health
Aaron Conn • March 10, 2025

Healthcare educators fear the fallout of the Trump Administration’s cuts in the federal health budget and communication. “For decades...

Life
What’s your resolution?
Prabhat Mani • February 5, 2025

Anshul Singhi is starting 2025 with a specific focus on achieving his personal and professional goals.   For Anshul, a sophomore...

What’s your resolution?
Diaka Buruss • February 5, 2025

Kennedi Brass’ New Year’s resolutions involve the spiritual and the practical.   "My … resolutions are getting closer to...

What’s your resolution?
Sophia Hoyda • February 5, 2025

  Senior Nursing student Alphonse Teruel has resolved to make a few simple changes in his life. “[My goals are] going to the...

COVID-19
COVID-weary, students urge caution, care
Katelyn Wiening and Parker Max • October 18, 2023
After two years of complaining about the isolation of Zoom classes, many students admit they miss the flexibility and convenience of online instruction.
Everyone is back on campus at PNW, but some say they miss the convenience of Zoom classes
Pells Wyatt • November 16, 2022
Everyone wants COVID-19 to be over, but one lasting impact may be pandemic fatigue that drains both mental focus and energy.
Pandemic stress may explain why some students lack academic focus
Lexy Griswold • November 16, 2022
Sports
Three former athletes, b-ball coach names to Athletic Hall of Fame
Kayla Felton • March 10, 2025

The university will honor three alums and a former head coach as the newest members of the PNW Athletic Hall of Fame. They will join nearly...

Track team sets 23 records during its regular season
Julio Herrera • March 10, 2025

The indoor track season has been filled with milestones for both Men’s and Women’s Track & Field athletes.   Since the season...

Athletics continues to blaze trails with two new women’s sports
Joe Cimino • March 4, 2025

Two newly announced women’s sports continue PNW track record as a pioneer in student athletics.   Beginning next year, female students...