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Community Relations
Partnering with the Region
An integral part of Fort Wayne.
We believe in community. We believe in it so much that community engagement is one of the pillars of the Purdue Fort Wayne strategic plan. Because of this belief, we strive to develop partnerships that matter, that drive growth. We want to encourage our youth, make significant impact alongside local businesses, and explore all the possibilities that a thriving community can provide.
Future Success
Community is key.
“The institution plays a vital role in the region and beyond, and engaging with our community will continue to be an important part of our future success.”
—Kimberly Grannan, Chief of Staff to the Chancellor and Community Relations Officer
Allen county together
Looking toward the future.
Purdue Fort Wayne is proud to be part of a city and region committed to the future. Allen County Together is an economic-development plan with a variety of initiatives focused on growth, innovation, and inclusion. These include developing 2,500 student-housing units in the region and becoming a Top 10 Music City by 2031.
new student housing
Another option for our Mastodons.
Take a look at all the details about our new student housing project, which will provide hundreds of additional beds—and a variety of amenities—for students on campus.
Business Resources
Campus to Community Connections
Connections start here.
Campus to Community Connections provides direct access to resources in research, technology, technical expertise, and educational services.
Centers of Excellence
Research that makes a difference.
Our Centers of Excellence partner with other institutions, agencies, laboratories, think tanks, and the private sector to provide expertise and resources to a variety of relevant initiatives.
Locations for Rent
Find the perfect place to gather.
We offer numerous locations on campus for rent, including rooms for conferences, meetings, performances, and banquets.
Creating Video Games
The Global Game Jam offers collaboration in the creation of video games.
Making a Difference
Maria Norman, student support services business analyst, becomes an advocate for public education as FWCS board president.
Positive Change
PFW faculty drive education legislation for Transition to Teaching scholarship dollars.
Influential Opportunities
PFW hosts Rotary’s Conflict Resolution event for high school students.
Snapshots
Community in action.
From hosting the Cherry Blossom Festival on campus to making connections with local businesses, we are always working with our community to better the region.
Fitness and Athletics
Options to keep you moving.
Get into shape at the fitness center; hike the 1.25-mile lighted trail on the west side of campus—along the St. Joseph River—which features more than 100 tree species native to Indiana; or attend one of our NCAA Division I contests in basketball, volleyball, baseball, and more.
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Meet the Team
Kimberly Grannan
Chief of Staff to the Chancellor/Community Relations Officer
Rachel Blakeman
Director Community Research Institute
Gayle Bellam
Executive Assistant
Contact us.
Contact us.
Have questions? Contact Kim Grannan, community relations officer, at [email protected] or 260-481-6103.