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You can do anything with an English and World Languages major. With training in writing, reading and critical thinking, our majors are creative and flexible—you’ll be well positioned to find opportunities in today’s economy and to adapt when you need to. Our graduates go on to a wide variety of careers that take advantage of their unique passions and abilities.

10/30/2026

Literature meets Halloween!

PNW students in Vampires Literature and Lore course celebrated with a Halloween party and costume contest, led by Professor Ness and Professor Hysell.
Purdue Northwest

10/27/2026

The Department of English and World Languages is thrilled to share that PNW alumna Guadalupe Ramirez (BA '15; MA '18) was recently named Teacher of the Year by the Illinois Association of Teachers of English. Lupe, we are all so proud of you--congratulations!

10/26/2026

Learning through French Art!
Professor Lu’s French class visited the Art Institute of Chicago to explore French artwork, discover its history, and connect language learning with art and culture.

10/22/2026

A Chicago adventure!

EWL students explored the city’s art, architecture, and literary culture with visits to the Chicago Cultural Center and Barnes & Noble. Learning beyond the classroom!

Purdue Northwest

10/16/2026

Bon Appetit!

Our EWL students recently took their learning beyond the textbook by preparing authentic French dishes for an incredible five-course sit-down meal together! Everyone brought their culinary skills to the table to celebrate French language and culture.

07/30/2026

03/12/2026

03/10/2026

PNW Assistant Professor of Practice in Writing Heather Augustyn was recently published in Glassworks, a literary journal from Rowan University. Her creative nonfiction essay, "In the Shadow of the Mills," is a personal reflection of the impact of the region's steel mills on building and unraveling family foundations across generations.
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02/27/2026

10/29/2025

English and World Languages Courses for Spring 2026

Address

2200 169th Street
Hammond, IN
46323

Website

https://www.pnw.edu/english-world-languages/

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