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Roaring Back to School Supply Drive
The Backpack Giveaway Committee is asking for your support by participating in our campus-wide school supply collection drive. Every donated notebook, pack of pencils, folder or box of crayons helps ensure that local students begin the school year equipped with the tools they need to learn, grow and succeed.
Roaring Back to School Giveaway (Hammond)
Community members can collect school supplies, snacks and community resources at PNW's school-supply giveaway event!
Roaring Back to School Giveaway (Westville)
Community members can collect school supplies, snacks, and community resources at PNW's school-supply giveaway event!
Fall 2026 Classes Begin
PNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.
Deadline to Submit Fall 2026 Application to Graduate
The deadline to submit your Fall 2026 Application to Graduate is September 13, 2026.
Sinai Forum: “Hope Through History: How to Survive Turbulent Times” with Jon Meacham
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for "Hope Through History: How to Survive Turbulent Times" with Jon Meacham.
PNW Fireworks Festival
Enjoy food trucks, music, inflatables and more at the 2026 Fireworks Festival in Westville!
Sinai Forum: “The Future of the Supreme Court” with Neal Katyal
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for "The Future of the Supreme Court" with Neal Katyal.
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.