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Student Life Calendar

What's happening on campus? Find ways to have fun and meet new friends with PNW’s Student Life calendar!

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Hispanic Heritage Month

September to October

Join our annual celebration of the culture and history of the U.S. Hispanic and Latino communities! See the full calendar of events, including a concert, festival and more!

See the Schedule of Events

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It's All New to Me Too

Sept. 14 (Hammond) | Sept. 15 (Westville)

Are you a first-time college student navigating the exciting yet challenging journey of higher education? Join us for an empowering and fun-filled afternoon!

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Student Life Highlights

Sep 14

Athletics Week Ahead

Take a look at the PNW Pride’s upcoming home games!

Sep 14

It’s All New to Me Too (Hammond)

This exciting event kicks off the start of your next chapter at PNW. Bring yourself and your loved ones to connect with new and current students, faculty and staff, play fun games and enjoy some treats!

Sep 15

It’s All New to Me Too (Westville)

Are you a first-time college student navigating the exciting yet challenging journey of higher education? Join us for an empowering and fun-filled afternoon!

Sep 16

El Grito

Join the PNW Spanish Club for El Grito, the Mexican Independence Day Festival!

All Student Events

Sep 14

Athletics Week Ahead

Take a look at the PNW Pride’s upcoming home games!

Sep 14

It’s All New to Me Too (Hammond)

This exciting event kicks off the start of your next chapter at PNW. Bring yourself and your loved ones to connect with new and current students, faculty and staff, play fun games and enjoy some treats!

Sep 15

It’s All New to Me Too (Westville)

Are you a first-time college student navigating the exciting yet challenging journey of higher education? Join us for an empowering and fun-filled afternoon!

Sep 15

Sinai Forum: Defending Democracy: A Conversation with Liz Cheney

Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for Defending Democracy: A Conversation with Liz Cheney.

Get Involved

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Student Organizations

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.

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Intramural Sports

Intramural sports are one of the best ways to get involved on campus and meet your fellow Pride members.

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Athletics

Paws Up, Roar Pride! Go inside PNW athletics, from basketball and baseball to cross country and golf.