Purdue University Northwest supports families’ back-to-school needs through school-supply giveaways

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Area families looking for help obtaining school supplies ahead of the new academic year are invited to visit Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) free “Roaring Back to School” school-supply giveaway events on Aug. 6 and 7 at PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses. The events are open to families with children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Visitors will be able to collect various back-to-school essentials, including writing utensils, notebooks, folders, art supplies and more. Students must be present to receive school supplies and are encouraged to bring a bag to collect their items. Attendees can enjoy refres…