Purdue Fort Wayne opens the Surack-Sweetwater Music Industry Center

“To the students who will walk through these doors, I want you to leave with this. Don't put limits on what you think you can accomplish. Dream big, keep saying yes, and never forget because anything is possible."

Purdue University Fort Wayne proudly celebrated the grand opening of the Surack-Sweetwater Music Industry Center on August 31, a transformative new facility designed to inspire creativity, innovation, and collaboration for generations of students.

Hear from university leaders, Sweetwater founder Chuck Surack, and Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker as they reflect on the significance of this milestone and its role in advancing Fort Wayne's vision of becoming one of the nation's premier music destinations

The Surack-Sweetwater Music Industry Center strengthens PFW's commitment to experiential learning, industry partnerships, and preparing students for careers i the music and entertainment industries.