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PNW's senior leadership team cuts the ribbon of Calumet Hall, officially opening the dorm.

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.

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Purdue University Northwest supports families’ back-to-school needs through school-supply giveaways

Area families looking for help obtaining school supplies ahead of the new academic year are invited to visit Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) free “Roaring Back to School” school-supply giveaway events on Aug. 6 and 7 at PNW’s Hammond and Westville campuses.

Rep. Frank J. Mrvan meets with a PNW student

U.S. Representative Frank J. Mrvan learns latest PNW Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation research impacts

Purdue University Northwest’s Center for Innovation through Visualization and Simulation (CIVS) hosted U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan on July 17 to share updates on key initiatives spearheaded by the center.

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Working at PNW

Careers

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PNW Athletics

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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!

Illustration of a guitar and musical notes over flowers and mushrooms with text: Acorn Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, Valparaiso.

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.

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Events

PNW Community Events

Aug 12

Free Outdoor Movie Night: Project Hail Mary

Join the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Project Hail Mary (2026).

Aug 19

Founders & Funders

Join us for the Founders & Funders where we bring together entrepreneurs, investors, faculty, students and ecosystem partners to strengthen Northwest Indiana’s innovation economy.

Sep 01

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!

Sep 04

Acorn Concert Series: Trippin’ Billies (The Dave Matthews Tribute Band)

Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of The Dave Matthews Tribute Band with Trippin’ Billies, a revitalizing tribute at the 2026 Acorn Concert Series!