News and Announcements

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Purdue Trustees Approve Plans for New PNW Residence Hall

Purdue University Northwest plans to expand housing options for students by building a third residence hall on the Hammond campus, as approved by the Purdue University Board of Trustees.

Oona Kintscher

A spark of curiosity: Meet Fall 2024 Chancellor Medallion recipient Oona Kintscher

Oona Kintscher, ‘24, had an array of academic interests while growing up in Berlin, Germany that spanned computer science, robotics, biology and medicine.

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Journey to the Goal Line: Meet Fall 2024 PNW graduate Jacob Battista

Jacob Battista, ’24, he will earn a bachelor of science degree in Marketing and a minor in Sales from the College of Business.

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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Get Ready for Fall 2024 Commencement!

Saturday, DECEMBER 14

You’ve Powered Onward to your degree, and now it’s time to celebrate as PNW hosts Commencement on the Hammond campus for Summer and Fall 2024 graduates!

See What to Expect on the Day 

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebrations

January 16 – Hammond
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

January 20 – Westville
7:45 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Purdue University Northwest invites the community to join in a celebration of diversity, inclusion and Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.

As part of PNW’s annual program, we will host commUNITY days with Hammond Councilman, Barry Tyler and Westville’s Michigan City Chief of Police, Marty Corley.

Explore MLK Day Celebration Information

Upcoming Events

Dec 17

Fall 2024 Final Grades Due

A reminder to all faculty that final grades are due by Tuesday, December 17 at 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone). Enjoy your break!

Dec 26

Support PNW Students with a Year-End Gift

By making a gift to Purdue University Northwest scholarship funds, you can change students’ futures.

Jan 10

CSSAC Spring 2025 Scholarship Application Deadline

Are you or your dependent taking classes at PNW? The Spring 2024 CSSAC Scholarship Application is now available for members of PNW Campus Support Staff and their dependents.

Jan 11

Winter Walk Series 2025

Learn how plants and animals survive the cold winter months and identify signs of life along the trails.