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Discover resources for PNW faculty, from quick links and Academic Affair resources to official Purdue University Northwest policies.

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Information for Faculty and Staff

From Blackboard to class schedules, find the resources you use most with our faculty and staff page! You can also stay up to date on breaking PNW news and events.

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Faculty Resources

From faculty promotion and tenure to PNW’s classroom disruption policy, explore comprehensive Academic Affairs Resources.

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Faculty Focus

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Personal Faculty Webpages

Learn about the accomplishments and research interests of PNW faculty with personal faculty webpages managed by the faculty members themselves!

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Policies

Looking for official PNW policies? See a listing, from the student bill of rights to campus parking.

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Faculty Senate

PNW’s Faculty Senate exercises faculty legislative, policy-making and advisory powers.

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Inside PNW

Inside PNW is the official news digest for university faculty and staff.

Campus Announcements

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Lump-Sum Merit Pool and Budget Impacts for FY27

Due to careful planning and disciplined stewardship, we are pleased to announce a 2% merit pool for a one-time lump sum payment in July 2026 for benefits-eligible PNW faculty and staff, pending approval by the Purdue Board of Trustees.

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Inside PNW: Day of Giving and Carnegie Research University Designation

The latest Inside PNW looks ahead to PNW Day of Giving and shares faculty promotions and a Carnegie Research University designation for Purdue University Northwest.

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Sabbaticals Awarded for 2026-27

Four tenured faculty have been awarded a one-semester sabbatical leave during the 2026-2027 academic year. Sabbatical leaves provide opportunities for continued professional growth and new intellectual achievements through study, research and writing. 

Upcoming Events

Apr 17

Open Play Combat Archery

Get ready for the ultimate battle of skill and speed in our Combat Archery Intramural!

Apr 17

First-Gen Pride Grants – Application Deadline

Applications for the First-Gen Pride Grant are now due April 17. This grant supports projects that remove barriers to first-generation student success and better understand first-generation student needs.

Apr 20

Masters and More with Mary

Drop in to learn about PNW’s graduate programs, get help filling out the application and learn about what program will benefit you most.

Apr 20

Unidos Latino Film Festival

Join us for a special Spanish Movie Night, an open and welcoming event designed for everyone who loves film, culture and languages!