Student Life Calendar
What's happening on campus? Find ways to have fun and meet new friends with PNW’s Student Life calendar!
Spring Welcome Rally
JANUARY 13 AND 14
Start your semester with momentum at the Spring Welcome Rallies!
Hosted by the Office of Student Life, this signature kickoff event brings together student organizations, campus departments and hundreds of students for an energizing start to the spring term.
The Mane Event
FEB. 5, 2026
Join the Pride at the Mane Event, presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union! Cheer on PNW’s D1 Hockey vs Hope College while enjoying free food, giveaways and more.
Student Life Highlights
Jan 15
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Event (Hammond Campus)PNW invites the Northwest Indiana community to the Hammond Campus to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Feb 05
The Mane EventJoin the Pride at the Mane Event, presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union! Cheer on the PNW D1 hockey team while enjoying free food, giveaways and more.
Feb 10
Study Away and Passport Fair (Hammond Campus)Students, faculty and staff can explore study away programs at Purdue University Northwest. Members of the PNW community will also be able to conveniently apply for or renew passports on site.
All Student Events
Jan 13
Spring 2026 Late RegistrationLate registration is the first week of classes – January 12 to 16.
Jan 14
Spring Welcome Rally (Hammond)Whether you’re looking to join a club, learn about campus resources or simply enjoy the upbeat atmosphere between classes, the Welcome Rally is the place to be.
Jan 15
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Event (Hammond Campus)PNW invites the Northwest Indiana community to the Hammond Campus to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Get Involved
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.
Intramural sports are one of the best ways to get involved on campus and meet your fellow Pride members.
Paws Up, Roar Pride! Go inside PNW athletics, from basketball and baseball to cross country and golf.