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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Find Your Pride

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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PNW Nursing, Business graduate programs earn recognition from U.S. News and World Report

Several of Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) graduate programs were recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Graduate Programs rankings, released April 8.

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Welcome Dr. Richard Sévère as the New CHESS Dean

Richard Sévère has been announced as the Dean of Purdue University Northwest’s College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (CHESS), effective July 1, 2025. 

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Faculty Promotions Approved by Purdue University Board of Trustees

The Purdue University Board of Trustees has approved promotions for our PNW faculty.  Please congratulate our colleagues for reaching these important milestones, which become effective Aug. 18, 2025.

May 09

Spring 2025 Final Exams

Spring 2025 final exams run May 5 through 10. Good luck on your finals!

May 10

Spring 2025 Commencement

Congratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.

May 13

Spring 2025 Grades are due

Final grades are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13.

May 19

Summer 2025 Session 1 Classes Begin

First day of Summer 2025 Session I Classes, including 12-week session, first six-week session and first four-week session.