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News and Announcements
Cooper Olson Signs with the Indiana Sentinels of the FPHL
Senior goaltender Cooper Olson, who competed for PNW ACHA Division 1 Hockey, has signed a professional contract with the Indiana Sentinels of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, becoming the first player in program history to sign a professional deal.
Register for free Preview PNW open house information sessions
PNW invites prospective college students and their families to attend Preview PNW on Thursday, April 23 on the Westville campus and Saturday, April 25 on the Hammond campus.
Purdue University Northwest marks 10 years during Founders Day celebration
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) campus community members celebrated the major milestone of 10 years of changing students’ lives during the university’s 2026 Founders Day event on March 8.
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Vote for PNW in “Best of the Region”
Vote for PNW in The Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region ballot!
Text 886 to (219) 697-6667 to vote PNW for Best College/University.
Vote once per day from any device through March 29 and show Northwest Indiana why PNW is the best!
Upcoming Events
Mar 18
Spring Break – No Classes but Campus Offices are OpenEnjoy your Spring Break! Classes resume Monday, March 23.
Mar 22
Big Sell Submission DeadlineThink you have the next big business idea? Want a chance to win $10,000 in eight minutes? 2026 Big Sell video submissions will be accepted until March 22.
Mar 23
Fall 2026 Priority Registration BeginsRegister for classes during Priority Registration to get the best selection of class days and times!
Mar 29
2026 “Best of the Region” Voting DeadlineThe polls are closing soon in the Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region contest. Please take the time to vote for PNW!