About University College
University College staff collaborates with students, guiding them to find their place at PNW and assisting them in laying the groundwork for a successful college experience.
An Elevated Learning Experience
The Honors College at PNW, a part of University College, enhances the learning experiences of highly motivated and academically exceptional students.
University College Staff
![Jonathan Swarts](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/jonathan-swarts_headshot-235x235.jpg)
Jonathan Swarts, Ph.D.
Dean of University College and the Honors College
(219) 989-8371
Student Union Library Building (SULB) 313
Library Student Faculty (LSF) Building 28
![Yesenia Avalos](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Yesenia-Avalos-235x235.jpg)
Associate Director for Student Success and Retention
(219) 989-2872
Hammond, SULB 324F
* Se Habla Español
![Image of Debbie Bachmann.](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Debbie-Bachmann-headshot-235x235.jpg)
Administrator of Honors Student Leadership and Programming
(219) 989-2692
Student Union Library Building (SULB) 313
University College Academic Advisors
![Bruce Colon](https://www.pnw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/BruceColon.jpg)
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Academic and Student Success Advisor
(219) 989-2295
Make an Appointment
Student Union and Library Building 313