The Point

The Point is your one-stop student support and success center that offers a true peer-to-peer experience to make you feel welcome and confident as you begin your PNW journey.

Students can ask questions, get connected to resources and learn more about being part of the Pride. Campus Ambassadors will plan and coordinate various hangouts and transition programming to help find your place on campus (or outside the classroom).

We believe some of the best community building happens at The POINT.

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Essential Links

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Brightspace Student Hub

PNW’s learning-management service, Brightspace is where you’ll see information for your classes and connect with professors.

Log into Brightspace

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myPNW

Also known as the PNW Portal, this two-factor authentication-protected intranet shares a range of resources. Pay your bills, register for classes and find key forms and links.

Log into myPNW

Contact the Point!

Visit: SULB 101

Call: (219) 989-4160

Academic Resources

PNW has plenty of free tools to help students succeed. Whether it’s meeting with your advisor, scheduling an appointment with the Writing Center or seeking Supplemental Instruction in one of your core courses, we encourage students to seek help early and often as you build a path to independent learning and success.

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Tutoring

Free for PNW students—get assistance doing your own work with our free, interactive sessions with faculty-recommended student tutors.

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Supplemental Instruction

Join free study sessions led by students with proven success in your courses! Our leaders are ready to assist you.

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Testing Services Center

Whether you’re looking to take a placement test or make-up exam, we offer an array of services in comfortable, full-service secure labs.

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Writing Center

Student, staff and faculty: we help you look at your writing more critically, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making suggestions for improvement.

Student Support Resources

At PNW, we’re committed to providing services and support to help you grow. We’re here to help, whether you’re discovering career opportunities, exploring counseling options or investigating accommodations that facilitate diversity, equity and inclusion.

See All Student Resources

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Advising

From exploring campus resources to choosing the right classes to meet your goals, your advisor can offer guidance on the best path at PNW.

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Career Center

PNW’s Career Center facilitates the connections between employers and students that lead to successful outcomes and satisfying futures.

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Counseling Center

The Counseling Center encourages and supports students in their educational pursuit by providing psychological counseling and educational services.

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PNW Accessibility Center

We create an inclusive environment so students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in any course or program.

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International Student Services

We enhance the academic, cultural and social pursuits of students and scholars from abroad.

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Employment Opportunities

Opportunities to work on campus are plentiful and diverse, ranging from research assistants to baristas.

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Health Insurance

PNW offers health insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical and Prescription Drug Plan. Learn more about enrollment options and requirements.

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PNW Bookstore

Get ready for classes with textbooks, backpacks, notebooks and electronic devices and embrace your PNW Pride with fan gear like t-shirts, hats, hoodies and more.

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PNW Food Pantry

The PNW Food Pantry is proud to address the growing challenge of food insecurity among college students.

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Safe Zone

This ally-development program aims to create a visible network of support for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies at PNW.

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Step Up Bystander Intervention

Developed by the University of Arizona and the NCAA, this program educates people to recognize the continuum of violence.

Student Life Events

Dec 14

Fall 2024 Final Exams

Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, December 9, through Saturday, December 14.

Dec 14

Fall 2024 Commencement

Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held indoors at the Hammond campus on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Jan 11

Winter Walk Series 2025

Learn how plants and animals survive the cold winter months and identify signs of life along the trails.

Jan 13

Spring 2025 Classes Begin

We’re excited to kick off another semester of learning and PNW Pride. Power Onward!