Student Life
With over 60 student organizations, intramural sports and an inclusive and welcoming campus community, PNW students have plenty of ways to get involved, make new friends and create lasting college memories.
The Pride at Play
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
From Spanish Club to our car-building Society of Automotive Engineers groups to student government, there are organizations for every passion and interest at PNW. Join a professional society, volunteer in the community or even learn how to play a new sport.
Inclusive and Welcoming PNW
At PNW, you will find space to be your truest self. We offer a culture of inclusivity, equitable treatment and welcoming opportunities for all.
Hispanic Heritage Month
SEPT. 15 TO OCT. 15.
Join our annual celebration of the culture and history of the U.S. Hispanic and Latinx communities! See details for a full calendar events, including a Hispanic Heritage Parade and Festival on Sept. 25!
Students show their PNW Pride with bursts of color at the 2022 Pride Stride 5K color run/walk!
From intramurals to fitness centers, PNW provides a range of opportunities for students to meet friends, have fun and make progress.
Paws Up, Roar Pride! Purdue Northwest competes in the NCAA Division II Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). We have 19 varsity sports, including softball, baseball, basketball, tennis, cross country, track & field, golf, soccer, volleyball, ice hockey (ACHA) and Esports.
Students in PNW's Baja SAE Collegiate Design Competition design, build, test, promote, and race an off-road vehicle in a competition with hundreds of schools across the country.
At PNW's Welcome Weeks, students enjoy free food, fun and giveaways on both the Hammond and Westville campuses.
From board-game showdowns to rec-league volleyball, PNW has fun offerings for every interest.
PNW's vibrant campus culture includes student plays and musicals, including 2019's "Beauty and the Beast."
Students get fired up for PNW basketball season every year with Late Night Madness! The fun, free event gathers students for food, contests and giveaways.
The Boots and Bridles Club is a fun place for those who wish to learn about different aspects of the equine industry. Students can compete on teams in two disciplines, Western and English, with levels ranging from beginner to open/advance.
Bubble soccer at the Fitness and Recreation Center is a low-stress intramural option.
You can just walk into a club on any day and you’ll feel like you belong, even if you’ve never met those people before.
Get involved because it is really worth it. Start by going to a couple of meetings — the more people you meet, the more networking you do, the farther you can go.
My favorite aspect of Purdue Northwest is the community. You make friends at PNW so easily. You see them all the time. It’s a great feeling.
The university provides a lot of opportunities for students in a very supportive environment. Whatever your interests, you can find a place where you feel you belong.
Picture Yourself at Purdue Northwest
College is more than lectures and book study. It’s about discovering who you are and what you’re good at doing. At Purdue University Northwest, you will earn a quality degree while gaining real-world experience that prepares you for lifelong success.
Have questions about student life at PNW? Contact our office!
Upcoming Events
Oct 02
Hispanic Heritage Month
Join our annual celebration of the culture and history of the U.S. Hispanic and Latinx communities! See the full calendar of events, including “Reporting Live, I’m Ana Belaval” and a Dia de los Muertos 5K.
Oct 02
Scholarship Applications Open
Looking for free money to help you pay for college? PNW has a variety of scholarships that students can apply for beginning October 1!
Oct 03
4 on 4 Flag Football – Entry Deadline
4 on 4 flag football games will be played on Wednesday nights in the FRC Gym. The entry deadline for this year’s season is October 3.
Oct 03
Pumpkin Carving and Painting: Hammond Campus
Enjoy some seasonal pumpkin shenanigans with the student life team under the SULB Portico!
Life @ PNW
Welcome Home
Get the PNW experience 24/7 when you live in our University Village apartments.
Hope You’re Hungry
We have pizza, burgers, salads, soups, sandwiches, and, of course, coffee. Explore dining options on both campuses.
Stay Healthy
Both PNW campuses have state-of-the-art fitness and recreation centers, with many ways to keep your body — and mind — in shape.
Find Your Fit
Our blend of small classes and real-world learning helps you connect with professors who care and build skills to launch your career.