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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Working at PNW

Careers

Pursue your calling while making a difference in the region.

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Roar Pride

PNW Athletics

Cheer for PNW’s 17 NCAA Division II athletic programs.

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Community Events

Calendar

Join us for special events, from Sinai Forum to summer camps.

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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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Get Active

Fitness Centers

Work out with community memberships in Hammond and Westville!

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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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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 

A drawing of Martin Luther King Jr. is placed in front of an American flag drawing. The PNW logo is in the top right corner in front of a yellow background.

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

Dec 14

Athletics Week Ahead

Come cheer on our PNW athletes this week!

Dec 14

Fall 2024 Commencement

Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies will be held indoors at the Hammond campus on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

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 11

Winter Walk Series 2025

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