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Preview PNW Spotlight – School of Education and Counseling
Preview PNW: School of Education and Counseling invites prospective students to explore how a passion for teaching can turn into a meaningful career.
PNW Day of Giving 2026
Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.
Spring 2026 Commencement
Congratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
Memorial Day Holiday – No Classes & Campuses are Closed
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, there are no classes and campus offices are closed.
South Shore Summer of Learning Conference
Join PNW's School of Education and Counseling for a free opportunity for educators to learn, grow and connect. Featured speakers will include education innovators Matt Miller and Buddy Berry.
Write On! Creative Writing Summer Camp (Registration Closed)
Sixth to eighth graders can join Purdue University Northwest for a fun-filled creative writing summer camp!
Independence Holiday – No Classes & Campuses are Closed
Have a happy and safe Independence Holiday, no classes and campuses are closed!
Roots and Wonder Forest School
Roots and Wonders Forest School is a four-day, parent/guardian-accompanied, outdoor learning experience at Gabis Arboretum for children ages 3-5.
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.
Fall Break
PNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13, 2026. There are no classes, but campus offices are open, with some exceptions.