PNW Calendar
From giveaways at Welcome Weeks to the Mane Event, PNW has activities around the year to build fun, deepen learning and grow community connections.
Welcome Week 2026
August 24 to August 28
Are you ready for Welcome Week? We’re excited to kick off the new school year with Welcome Rallies, giveaways and more!
Acorn Concert Series
july 17 to september 25
Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.
PNW Event Highlights
Aug 24
Fall 2026 Classes BeginPNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.
Aug 26
Fall Welcome Rally (Westville)Kick off the Fall semester at PNW’s Welcome Rally, where you can explore everything campus has to offer!
Aug 27
Fall Welcome Rally (Hammond)Kick off the Fall semester at PNW’s Welcome Rally, where you can explore everything campus has to offer!
Sep 01
PNW Virtual Graduate Programs ShowcaseAttend the PNW Graduate Programs Showcase to learn about all the PNW gradaute programs, how to apply, life as a grad student at PNW and more! Plus receive an application fee waiver for new applicants only!
All PNW Events
Aug 16
Night Sky ViewingJoin Bill Suriano, an amateur astronomer and astrophotographer, for a night under the stars.
Aug 19
Founders & FundersJoin us for the Founders & Funders where we bring together entrepreneurs, investors, faculty, students and ecosystem partners to strengthen Northwest Indiana’s innovation economy.
Aug 21
PNW Year Ahead MeetingPurdue University Northwest faculty and staff members are invited to join Chancellor Chris Holford and Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Marie Mora for the 2026 PNW Year Ahead address.
Aug 22
Prairie WalkPeak prairie season is upon us. Come get a guided tour and see the wildflowers blooming in the prairie.