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

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Thomas J. Roach, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Communication


tjroach@pnw.edu

(219) 989-2508

Hammond, Porter Hall 114C

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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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Upcoming Episodes

Aug 07

Summer 2026 Session Ends

The Summer 2026 Session ends on August 7, 2026. 

Aug 11

Summer 2026 Grades Due

The Summer 2026 Grades are due on August 11, 2026, by 5 p.m. CST.

Aug 24

Fall 2026 Classes Begin

PNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.

Sep 07

Campus Closed: Labor Day

There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.

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