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PNW recognized among best Midwest universities by U.S. News and World Report

PNW recognized among best Midwest universities by U.S. News and World Report Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is recognized for its campus diversity and several undergraduate programs in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-2023 annual Best Colleges rankings, released Monday, Sept. 12. PNW is ranked in the top 20 of Midwest...

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Franciscan Health hosting blood drives to assist with critical shortage

Franciscan Health hosting blood drives to assist with critical shortage DYER, Indiana – Michele Frankovich loves donating blood. “It’s the only time you can lie down at work,” she said with a laugh. Frankovich, end user support for Franciscan Alliance Information Services, has been with Franciscan for 33 years...

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South Shore Line to promote education and spread awareness during Rail Safety Week

South Shore Line to promote education and spread awareness during Rail Safety Week In partnership with Indiana Operation Lifesaver, the South Shore Line will once again be participating in National Rail Safety Week, Sept. 19-23, 2022, in which our teams will continue to spread awareness of rail safety to the surrounding...

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IU Northwest School of Business and Economics to host MBA Information Session on August 2

IU Northwest School of Business and Economics to host MBA Information Session on August 2 On Tuesday, August 2, the Indiana University Northwest School of Business and Economics will host an evening open house to introduce area professionals to its MBA for Professionals program. The event will run from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in Dunes...

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Horizon Bank’s Chairman and CEO Craig Dwight Receives Michigan City Economic Development Lifetime Achievement Award

Horizon Bank’s Chairman and CEO Craig Dwight Receives Michigan City Economic Development Lifetime Achievement Award Craig M Dwight, Chairman and CEO of Horizon Bank received the Michigan City Economic Development Lifetime Achievement Award at the EDCMC Silver Anniversary Gala on July 21st. The award celebrates the outstanding leadership Dwight has demonstrated to...

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Consumer Advocate: Don’t get paved over by asphalt scams

Consumer Advocate: Don’t get paved over by asphalt scams If your driveway needs paving or repairs, don’t trust just anyone to do the job. BBB Scam Tracker has received numerous reports of unscrupulous contractors who trick homeowners with supposedly good deals. Homeowners end up with shoddy pavement --...

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Purdue Northwest process to turn food waste into sustainable hydrogen is licensed to energy company

Purdue Northwest process to turn food waste into sustainable hydrogen is licensed to energy company The Purdue Research Foundation recently completed a licensing agreement with an international energy company for the commercialization of a new process discovered at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) for the biological production of hydrogen from...

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IU Northwest alumnus reflects on eclectic past and leaves a generous estate gift

IU Northwest alumnus reflects on eclectic past and leaves a generous estate gift Lee Strawhun has lots of great stories to tell. Throughout his professional career, the IU Northwest and IU Bloomington alumnus has worn many hats and plenty to show for his dedication and passion. As a young man, he began his studies at IU...

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PNW Head Women’s Basketball Coach Courtney Locke adds Assistant AD duties

PNW Head Women’s Basketball Coach Courtney Locke adds Assistant AD duties Purdue University Northwest Director of Athletics Rick Costello has announced the promotion of Head Women's Basketball Coach Courtney Locke to Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Initiatives. In addition to serving as Head Women's Basketball...

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