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The Roundtable Perspective

Explore a show that gives experts a platform for scholarly discussion, touching on a variety of communication issues.

The Roundtable Perspective is a collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of the Department of Communication and Creative Arts at Purdue University Northwest. New episodes air every Friday at 8:30 p.m. on Lakeshore PBS.

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Meet The Host

Tom Roach

Thomas J. Roach, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Communication

tjroach@pnw.edu

(219) 989-2508

Hammond, Porter Hall 114C

Image of the Roundtable Perspective being filmed.

In The News

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Lakeshore PBS Extends Partnership With PNW

Student Produced Program Wins Two International Awards

 

Broadcast

Study Broadcasting at PNW

PNW’s Broadcasting concentration offers students hands-on experience in audio and video production, including working on The Roundtable Perspective.  If you’re interested in declaring a broadcasting concentration, contact Jake Giles to schedule a tour of the studio.

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Aug 08

Summer 2025 Session Ends

Summer Session classes end. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Aug 12

Summer 2025 Grades Due

Final grades are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12.

Aug 25

Fall 2025 Classes Begin

PNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 25, 2025.

Aug 25

Fall 2025 Late Registration

Late registration is the first week of classes – August 25 through 29.

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