Hammond Preview PNW Schedule of Events
October 14, 2023
Wondering what to expect at Hammond Preview PNW? Plan your full experience, from student panels to paying for college, with our schedule below!
8:30 to 10 a.m.
Explore Multiple Sessions
1. Check-In (SULB First Floor)
Check in as you arrive to plan your Preview PNW schedule and get answers to any questions you have about the process!
2. Resource Fair (Alumni Hall, SULB Third Floor)
All of your questions about PNW can be answered in one place! Visit with faculty, staff and student support services to learn about the student-focused resources offered at PNW.
3. Showcases (Various Locations)
9:30 a.m.
Paying for College*: Gyte 107
*Fulfills a Scholar Track activity for 21st Century Scholars
Drop In
- Nursing Simulation: Nils, First Floor
- Anatomage Table: Virtual Anatomy & Dissection: Nils 222
- Forensic Science Demo: Gyte 232
- Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects: Design Studio
- Physics is Phun: NILS 208
- Broadcasting Studio: Porter 119
- Exploring Hospitality: HTM
- Mechanical & Civil Engineering Competition Projects: Design Studio
- Glitter Doors: Mathematics & Statsitics – CLO 351
- University Housing – SUL Welcome Center
- ESports Arena: Super Smash Brothers – SUL Calumet Falls
10:15 a.m.
Breakout Session One: Academic Overview
Choose one of the following areas. In this session, visit with faculty and staff to learn more about your programs of interest.
- Business (SUL 353, YJean Chambers Hall)
- Engineering and Sciences (Gyte 107)
- Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (Powers 130)
- Nursing (Nils 208)
- Technology (Anderson 148)
- University College – Undecided (Gyte 103)
11 a.m.
Breakout Session Two: Special Topics
In this session, visit with faculty and staff to learn more about your programs of interest. Choose one of the following areas to attend!
Living on Campus (Gyte 107)
Learn about our university housing, including involvement and leadership opportunities, the housing policy, contract steps and more!
Veteran Services (SUL 321)
A introduction to the community of support for veterans, active-duty service members and their families, including educational benefits, the veterans admission checklist and scholarship opportunities.
Paying for College (en Español)* (GYTE 103)
Pagando la Universidad: Una introducción a la ayuda financiera y como pagar la universidad presentada por La Oficina de Ayuda Financiera de PNW.
Peek at the Department of Communication and Creative Arts (Porter 117)
Overview of the programs and activities in the department.
Conquering PNW as a First Generation College Student* (NILS 306)
TRIO Student Support Services will share how they support first generation students and their families during the transition to college.
Technology Lab Tours (Anderson 140)
Experience hands-on problem-solving exercises and learn about the College of Technology while touring our state-of-the-art labs.
*Fulfills a Scholar Track activity for 21st Century Scholars
11:45 a.m.
Q&A Panels
Choose one of the following panels.
Student Panel (Gyte 107)
Wonder what to expect as a student? Hear from current students about their transition to college and what it’s really like to be a PNW student. Bring your questions to this interactive session!
Parent Panel (Gyte 103)
This is a great opportunity to discuss your questions with other parents and family members who are going through a similar transition.
12:30 p.m.
Breakout Session Three: Special Topics
Choose one of the following areas to attend!
Accommodations for Student Success (NILS 208)
Learn how to get support for medical, mental health, physical or learning concerns as a student at PNW, including students with IEPs or 504 plans. The Access Center staff will walk students and families through the benefits of accommodations.
Honors College (GYTE 107)
Learn about the Honors College and the benefits it offers to our community of academically-talented first-year and transfer students.
PNW 21st Century Scholars 101* (SUL 353, YJean Chambers Hall)
Navigating college can be difficult, however, we’re here to support you along the way. Learn what it takes to become a successful 21st Century Scholar in college.
Paying for College* (GYTE 103)
An introduction to financial aid and paying for college presented by the PNW Financial Aid Office.
Paying for College (en Español)* (GYTE 116)
Pagando la Universidad: Una introducción a la ayuda financiera y como pagar la universidad presentada por La Oficina de Ayuda Financiera de PNW.
*Fulfills a Scholar Track activity for 21st Century Scholars
Additional Preview PNW Offerings
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SULB First Floor – Calumet Room
Complete your application on-site with an admissions counselor. Application fees will be waived.
Transfer credit evaluation fee of $30 will still apply.
PNW Bookstore
8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (SULB 110)
The Purdue University Northwest Bookstore is the go-to location for PNW swag.
Walking and Golf Cart Tours
Wanna take in more showcases? Instead of the full walking tour, use the golf cart tour to take a quick trip around campus to see highlights. See the schedule on site in the Welcome Center.
To request a disability-related accommodation for this event, please contact the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at timothyg@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.
Hammond Campus Map
From the Student Union and Library Building to Gyte, find key locations on PNW’s Hammond campus with our official map.
See the Hammond Map