Academic Affairs

The Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs maintains PNW’s academic infrastructure and provides leadership to our core work of learning, discovery and engagement.

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Get Ready to Excel

AREAS OF STUDY

Wherever your future takes you, PNW’s reputation for academic excellence and supportive faculty will push you to succeed.

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COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS

From technology to tourism management, PNW’s colleges and schools will offer the hands-on knowledge you need to grow.

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Academic Affairs

Office of Academic Affairs

(219) 989-2446

vcaa@pnw.edu

Additional Resources

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Student Resources

If you need help, PNW is here. Discover the full range of student resources.

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Student Policies

See PNW’s student handbook as well as official policies for academic integrity, free speech and more.

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Faculty Resources

From tenure policies to course evaluations, explore official PNW policies.

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HLC Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is an independent corporation that was founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States.

 

News & Announcements

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Purdue University Northwest Students Take First Steps Toward Global Engagement with Passport Registration

50 PNW students will be able to enhance their academic journeys thanks to generous funding that has supported their registrations for U.S. passports.

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PNW Students Put Their Skills to the Test at Associated Schools of Construction Competition

Students from Purdue University Northwest’s Construction Management Engineering Technology program made an impressive showing at the 2025 Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Region 3 Competition.

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Open Forums of the College of Business Dean Finalists

PNW is excited to host three finalists for the next Teddy Jacobi Dean of the College of Business on our campus during the next several days. We will share the names of the finalists along with their CVs the day before the open forums. 

Dec 19

Fall 2025 Final Exams

Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, December 15, through Saturday, December 20.

Dec 19

Final Date: Instructional Material ADA Readiness Drop-In Sessions

From Nov. 3 to Dec. 19, instructors can join live, informal support sessions to ask accessibility questions, troubleshoot challenges and get personalized advice in real time.

Dec 22

Fall 2025 Final Grades Due

A reminder to all faculty that final grades are due by Monday, December 22 at 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone). Enjoy your break!

Dec 24

Winter Recess – University Closed

Purdue University Northwest will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025, to Friday, January 2, 2026, for winter recess. Campus offices will reopen Monday, January 5, and classes will resume Monday, January 12.