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Welcome Week

Thanks to everyone who joined the fun of Welcome Week 2024! From the Scavenger Hunt to Welcome Rallies, we started the academic year filled with PNW Pride.

Sep 13

Athletics Week Ahead

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

Sep 13

PNW Field Day

Do you have childhood memories of being outside, playing tag with friends or seeing how fast you could run? Relive your glory days at the PNW Field Day!

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!

A PNW student talks to a friend on campus

Back-to-School Guide

We’re excited to get back to classes for the fall semester! See what to expect and how to thrive with PNW’s back-to-school guide.

PNW students walk across campus

Student Resources

From tutoring to counseling, access the resources you need to be your best.

A student works on a vehicle.

Find a Club

Show your pride! PNW has more than 80 student organizations to help you develop your passion and connect with friends.


PNW Scavenger Hunt

PNW Scavenger Hunt 2024August 6 through September 8

Kick off the semester with Student Life as they head this year’s Scavenger Hunt. One lucky winner will receive a 13” Macbook Air with Apple Care. We will also hold random drawings to give away Beats Studio Buds to fifteen students.

See Scavenger Hunt Details


Decorate the House

A PNW student uses window markets to paint a window

August 9

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

SULB Concourse

Help paint PNW black and gold!

PNW students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate and help bring the festive atmosphere throughout the campus!


Cookout with a Cop

Cookout with a copy is pictured.

August 14

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

University Village

Stop by University Village (behind Peregrine Hall on the Hammond campus) to enjoy free food including burgers, hotdogs, cookies and chips and bottled water!


Decorate the House

A PNW student uses window markets to paint a windowAugust 16

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

SULB Concourse

Help paint PNW black and gold!

PNW students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate and help bring the festive atmosphere throughout the campus!


For the Win

August 18

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hammond and Westville Campuses

We understand that the days leading up to the beginning of the semester, and even the first week, can be stressful trying to figure out your class schedule and where exactly on campus they’ll be – so we’d like to help you with that!

All our offices on both campuses will be open and walkable, with Campus Ambassadors available on site to help you walk through your Fall semester schedule.


First Day of School Picture

August 19

Noon to 12:30 p.m.

Bell Tower

Take your first day of school picture under the Bell Tower!


Mane Zone Open House

PNW Mane Zone in CLOAugust 20

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Mane Zone, CLO

Come out and check out the new additions to the Mane Zone!


Retro Musical Chairs

August 20

12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

SULB Portico

Join the Office of Student Life for a quick game of musical chairs between classes!

Enjoy meeting new people and making new friends.


Welcome Rally – Westville

Wednesday, AUGUST 21

NOON TO 2 P.M.

LSF Plaza

Kick off the new school year with the Westville Welcome Rally!  Connect with your fellow students and discover resources and organizations across our campuses.


Welcome Rally – Hammond

Thursday, AUGUST 22

11 A.M. TO 2 P.M.

SULB Plaza

Kick off the new school year with the Hammond Welcome Rally! Connect with your fellow students and discover resources and organizations across our campuses.


Decorate the House – Tear Down

August 23

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SULB Concourse

Help the Student Life team take down Window Paint from Welcome Week in this civic service opportunity! Make some friends and grab a snack on us!

We hope to see you again when we repaint the windows for Homecoming!


Mane Zone Game Nights: Back to School Edition

August 27

3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Mane Zone, CLO

Ready for some back-to-school fun? Hang out and meet new friends within The Mane Zone located in CLO.

Connect with fellow students who share your passion for gaming and forge new alliances. Be sure to unwind, socialize, and create lasting memories by being a part of the MANE fun!