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Digital Rendering of the Roberts Impact Lab

Purdue Northwest’s Roberts Impact Lab receives $2 million grant to support local entrepreneur ecosystem

The Roberts Impact Lab at Purdue University Northwest will advance a regional economic development initiative that supports aspiring innovators through a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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Purdue University Northwest cybersecurity students earn unique digital evidence analysis experience with local law enforcement

Nine Purdue University Northwest cybersecurity students were sworn in as interns for the 2026-27 academic year to serve with the Lake County High Tech Crime Unit.

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Purdue University Northwest Annual Security Report 2026

The 2026 Purdue University Northwest Annual Security Report has been posted. Required by federal law, this report contains policy statements regarding safety and security as well as specific crime statistics for the university.

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Working at PNW

Careers

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PNW Athletics

Join the FUn

Cheer for PNW’s 22 athletic teams, most of which compete in NCAA Division II.

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Community Events

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Getting to PNW

Maps and Directions

Get directions to PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses.

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Step into Nature

Gabis Arboretum

Relax amidst 300 acres of gardens, woodlands and hiking trails

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Support Services

Community Counseling

Access quality, affordable, culturally competent therapeutic services.

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The Roundtable Perspective

Arts and Entertainment

A collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of PNW!

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PNW License Plate

Indiana residents can hit the road and support scholarships for students by selecting the PNW plate option when you renew at the BMV!

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Preview PNW

Oct. 17 | 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

PNW Hammond Campus

Want to learn more about what it’s like to attend Purdue University Northwest? Preview PNW invites prospective students to explore everything PNW has to offer—from academic programs and student life to campus resources and support services.

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Sinai Forum 2026

Season Begins On Oct. 4

The Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum brings exceptional voices to Northwest Indiana for engaging conversations that deepen understanding, broaden perspective and illuminate the questions shaping our world.

View the 2026 Sinai Forum Speakers

Events

PNW Community Events

Oct 10

Athletics Week Ahead

Come cheer on our PNW athletes this week!

Oct 12

Fall Break

PNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13, 2026. There are no classes, but campus offices are open, with some exceptions.

Oct 15

American Red Cross Blood Drive – Oct. 15

American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive. Please reserve your time slot on their website. 

Oct 15

PNW Virtual Graduate Programs Showcase

Attend the PNW Graduate Programs Showcase to learn about all the PNW gradaute programs, how to apply, life as a grad student at PNW and more! Plus receive an application fee waiver for new applicants only!