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PNW students broaden their horizons with Study Away programs

Follow the journeys of three PNW students who expanded their horizons with Study Away programs in Costa Rica, Italy and Arizona.

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PNW’s College of Technology receives over $3 million in federal grants to support cybersecurity education, workplace development

PNW’s College of Technology has been awarded over $3 million through two separate U.S. Department of Defense grants that will supplement the college’s ongoing initiatives to advance education and workforce development in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI).

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The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest launches “Spark Series” to inspire next generation of entrepreneurs

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has officially launched the Spark Series, a new video learning library designed to help students, educators and aspiring entrepreneurs learn directly from real-world innovators across Northwest Indiana.

Resources

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Working at PNW

Careers

Pursue your calling while making a difference in the region.

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Roar Pride

PNW Athletics

Cheer for PNW’s 17 NCAA Division II athletic programs.

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Community Events

Calendar

Join us for special events, from Sinai Forum to summer camps.

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Getting to PNW

Maps and Directions

Get directions to PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses.

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Step into Nature

Gabis Arboretum

Relax amidst 300 acres of gardens, woodlands and hiking trails

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Support Services

Community Counseling

Access quality, affordable, culturally competent therapeutic services.

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The Roundtable Perspective

Arts and Entertainment

A collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of PNW!

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The Mane Event

Feb. 5, 2026

Join the Pride at the Mane Event, presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union! Cheer on PNW’s D1 Hockey vs Hope College while enjoying free food, giveaways and more.

See Mane Event Details

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Sinai Forum 2025

September 14 to December 7

Sinai Forum continues our proud tradition of bringing world-class speakers to Northwest Indiana. Explore our thought-provoking range of ideas and presenters.

SEE THE Speakers

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Events

PNW Community Events

Dec 07

Athletics Week Ahead

Come cheer on our PNW athletes this week!

Dec 07

Sinai Forum: Adventures in Science Literacy with Neil deGrasse Tyson

Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for a conversation with Neil deGrasse Tyson.

Dec 13

Fall 2025 Classes End

Fall Classes end Saturday, December 13. Next week are final exams! Make sure to study and enjoy your break after!

Dec 24

Winter Recess – University Closed

Purdue University Northwest will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025, to Friday, January 2, 2026, for winter recess. Campus offices will reopen Monday, January 5, and classes will resume Monday, January 12.