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Purdue University Northwest invites entrepreneurs to compete in 2026 PNW Big Sell
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites entrepreneurs and innovators to submit business concepts for the 2026 PNW Big Sell pitch competition, where participants will compete for several prizes in seed funding.
Commencement Student Speaker Nomination
As we prepare for the Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony, we invite you to nominate an outstanding graduating student to serve as this year’s student speaker.
Classroom to Courtroom: PNW Alumna Diane Kavadias Schneider
A legal trailblazer who has transformed Northwest Indiana’s judicial landscape, PNW alumnus Diane Kavadias Schneider (B.S. ’71, M.A. ‘23) is committed to empowering the next generation of PNW leaders.
Upcoming Events
Mar 05
Vote for PNW in “Best of the Region”The Times of Northwest Indiana has opened the polls to vote in the 2026 Best of the Region contest. Please take the time to vote for PNW!
Mar 05
2026 Interdisciplinary Sustainable Development SymposiumJoin scholars, practitioners and community leaders on March 4 and 5, 2026 to explore the intersections of environmental communication, social policy and justice at the Sustainable Development Symposium.
Mar 05
PNW TodayTune in to WJOB 1230-AM, 104.7-FM, or the TuneIn app for the Purdue Northwest Today program.
Spring 2026 Career Expo
March 5
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The PNW 2026 Spring Career Expo is a career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest who are seeking full-time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
Days of Discovery
Thursday, April 16
Hammond Campus
Celebrate research, scholarship and creativity at PNW! The 2026 Days of Discovery event will feature a faculty panel, keynote speaker Lulu Miller and poster presentations from students and faculty.
Resources
Dean of students
PNW’s Dean of Student office is your go-to resource for addressing student needs and offering information on PNW policies.
Advising at PNW
From exploring campus resources to choosing the right classes to meet your goals, your advisor can offer guidance on the best path at PNW.
Classes and Courses
Stay the course to commencement—dive into PNW’s class schedules and course descriptions.
Information Services
From accessing Brightspace to changing your password, get the help you need.
Student Resources
From tutoring to counseling, access the resources you need to be your best.
PNW Libraries
Study space, computers and experts ready to help–find it all in PNW’s libraries.
Bookstore
Get textbooks, notebooks and embrace your PNW Pride with t-shirts, hats, hoodies and more.