For Faculty and Staff
News and Announcements
Purdue University Northwest ready to welcome student residents to Calumet Hall
Purdue University Northwest proudly cut the ribbon Aug. 4 on the university’s newest building, Calumet Hall. The three-story, 42,000-square-foot structure expands PNW’s student housing options for on-campus living and learning opportunities.
Enhancing PNW students’ career readiness
Today, the Purdue University Board of Trustees approved a legislative capital request that would greatly benefit Purdue University Northwest (PNW) students’ applied learning experiences and career preparation.
Simple Syllabus Is Now Available for Fall 2026 Courses
Simple Syllabus is a Brightspace-integrated platform that streamlines syllabus creation and management while allowing instructors to manage both public-facing and student-facing content from a single syllabus.
Resources
GeT Tech HELP
From accessing Brightspace to changing your password, get the help you need.
Employee Support
Find key resources, including development opportunities, benefits and staying healthy.
Working at PNW
Explore opportunities that let you make a difference for students—and our region.
Necessary Services
Empowering college-ready students with documented disabilities to participate fully in PNW.
Academic Guidelines
Find answers to almost all questions related to academic life in the PNW Catalog.
Governing Body
PNW’s Faculty Senate exercises faculty legislative, policy-making and advisory powers.
Get it fixed
From maintenance to housekeeping, reach out with your building and grounds needs.
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!
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.
Upcoming Events
Aug 18
Faculty and Staff Resource FairJoin us for the annual Faculty and Staff Resource Fair to learn what exciting and innovative things are happening on campus–not to mention all the great swag and dessert bar!
Aug 19
Founders & FundersJoin us for the Founders & Funders where we bring together entrepreneurs, investors, faculty, students and ecosystem partners to strengthen Northwest Indiana’s innovation economy.
Aug 21
PNW Year Ahead MeetingPurdue University Northwest faculty and staff members are invited to join Chancellor Chris Holford and Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Marie Mora for the 2026 PNW Year Ahead address.
Aug 24
Fall 2026 Classes BeginPNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.