
PNW Calendar
From giveaways at Welcome Weeks to the Homecoming Mane Event, PNW has activities around the year to build fun, deepen learning and grow community connections.

Get Ready for Fall 2023 Commencement!
DECEMBER 9, 2023
You’ve Powered Onward to your degree, and now it’s time to celebrate as PNW hosts Commencement on the Hammond campus for Summer and Fall 2023 graduates!
PNW Event Highlights
Dec 22
Winter Recess – University Closed
Purdue University Northwest will be closed from Friday, December 22 to Monday, January 1 for winter recess. Campus offices will reopen Tuesday, January 2,
Dec 26
Support PNW with a Year-End Gift
In this season of giving, you can reward hard-working students and invest in a brighter future with a gift to support PNW student scholarships!
Dec 31
FAFSA Opens for 2024-2025 School Year
The 2024-25 FAFSA will be available beginning December 31, 2023. Create an FSA ID now to ensure you and contributors, such as a parent or spouse are ready to complete the FAFSA.
All PNW Events
Dec 11
Fall 2023 Final Exams
Final Exams run Monday, December 11, through Saturday, December 16. Good luck on your finals!
Dec 15
Laser Holiday Light Show
Join the Challenger Center for a celebration like no other! Their Laser Holiday Light Show is a perfect holiday activity for all ages!
Dec 15
Small Business Bookkeeping: Basics for Start-Ups
Join us Anne Burke, a retired CPA from Accounting Made Simple, outlines what you need to set up your books correctly and avoid complications and confusion.