News and Announcements

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Purdue University Northwest supports families’ back-to-school needs through school-supply giveaways

Area families looking for help obtaining school supplies ahead of the new academic year are invited to visit Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) free “Roaring Back to School” school-supply giveaway events on Aug. 6 and 7 at PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses.

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Welcome to a New Era of Dining at PNW

We are excited to announce that campus dining is now proudly managed directly by PNW Dining Services. This transition gives us the opportunity to create a dining experience that is more responsive to the needs of our campus community while delivering the quality, service, and the expanded options you deserve.

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PNW’s Exercise is Medicine® On Campus program earns highest honor from ACSM

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has been awarded gold-level status by Exercise is Medicine® On Campus (EIM-OC), a community impact initiative of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on campus.

Resources

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Information Technology/CSC

GeT Tech HELP

From accessing Brightspace to changing your password, get the help you need.

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Human Resources

Employee Support

Find key resources, including development opportunities, benefits and staying healthy.

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Class Schedules

In Session

Need to know where to be? Find times and locations for upcoming classes.

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PNW Careers

Working at PNW

Explore opportunities that let you make a difference for students—and our region.

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PNW Accessibility Center

Necessary Services

Empowering college-ready students with documented disabilities to participate fully in PNW.

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PNW Catalog

Academic Guidelines

Find answers to almost all questions related to academic life in the PNW Catalog.

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Faculty Senate

Governing Body

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

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Facilities Services

Get it fixed

From maintenance to housekeeping, reach out with your building and grounds needs.

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Welcome Week 2026

August 24 to August 28

Are you ready for Welcome Week? We’re excited to kick off the new school year with Welcome Rallies, giveaways and more!

EXPLORE Welcome Week Events

Illustration of a guitar and musical notes over flowers and mushrooms with text: Acorn Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, Valparaiso.

Acorn Concert Series

july 17 to september 25

Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.

Get Your Tickets Today

Upcoming Events

Jul 31

Summer Community Reading

Join the Purdue University Northwest College of Nursing’s Summer Community Reading program launching June 22; collect badges and earn prizes by participating in the community read!

Jul 31

Roaring Back to School Supply Drive

The Backpack Giveaway Committee is asking for your support by participating in our campus-wide school supply collection drive. Every donated notebook, pack of pencils, folder or box of crayons helps ensure that local students begin the school year equipped with the tools they need to learn, grow and succeed.

Aug 03

Sparkshop: Accessibility: Using AI to Boost Digital Accessibility

Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. 

Aug 05

Free Outdoor Movie Night: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

Join the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.