Campus Announcements
August 25, 2026
Inside PNW: Year Ahead and a New Residence Hall
The latest Inside PNW celebrates PNW’s resiliency, looks at the year ahead and recaps the opening of Calumet Hall.
August 24, 2026
Maintaining Our Strong Impact for Northwest Indiana
While we have had an unusual two weeks leading up to the start of the 2026-27 academic year, it is exciting to welcome you back to the PNW campuses.
August 24, 2026
Payroll Procedures During Westville Campus Closure
Due to severe weather and widespread power outages, the Westville Campus was officially closed from Noon on Tuesday, August 11 until 8 a.m. on Monday, August 24.
August 21, 2026
A Fresh New Café Experience Is Coming to PNW
PNW Dining is introducing a new name, new dining stations, expanded menu options and more ways to customize your meal, meaning there will be more choices to satisfy every craving!
August 21, 2026
Important Update: Accessing Your Digital Course Materials in Kortext
As you prepare for your classes, we want to make you aware of an important update regarding your digital course materials. Follett has transitioned from RedShelf to Kortext as its new e-reader platform.
August 20, 2026
Supporting Student Success through Flexibility and Grace
As we enter what is usually an exciting time—the beginning of the new academic year—and welcome students into our classrooms, I encourage us to keep in mind the students and other members of our campus community who are continuing to experience significant effects from the recent severe weather.
August 20, 2026
I hope everyone is continuing to remain safe while our local communities recover from the recent severe weather events. We are aware that a large portion of our service area is still without power, cellular service or internet connectivity.
August 18, 2026
Payroll Procedures During Campus Closures
We know everyone is facing challenges due to the significant recent events in Northwest Indiana. This email is intended to provide you with information about how to navigate personnel and pay policy questions. At any time, please reach out to us with questions.
August 18, 2026
Microsoft Account and Email Service Disruption (Resolved)
Today, at approximately 4 p.m. CDT, a licensing issue briefly impacted your access to Microsoft applications, Purdue services using Microsoft authentication and email delivery.
August 18, 2026
Food Safety Reminder After Recent Power Outage
Following the recent power outage, we ask all faculty, staff and students to take precautions regarding food stored in personal and departmental refrigerators across campus.