Welcome Week
Thanks to everyone who joined us for Welcome Week 2026! From first day of school photos to connecting with campus orgs and offerings, it was a successful start to another strong semester.
Keep the Fun Going!
Sep 15
Voter Registration TablingStop by the voter registration table to quickly and easily register to vote or update your information. It only takes a few minutes, and staff will be on hand to answer basic questions and guide you through the process.
Sep 16
Free Outdoor Movie Night: Masters of the Universe (2026)Join the Office of Student Life for a free showing of Master of the Universe (2026).
Sep 21
Roaring Colors: HOCO Painting EventGet into the homecoming spirit with our Roaring Colors painting event!
Looking Back at Welcome Week
Leo the Lion couldn't help but capture the unstoppable spirit of our campus community!
Students enjoyed an afternoon filled with delicious food, lively fun and meaningful connections as we kicked off the new academic year with the CHESS Community!
T-shirts distributed at the Welcome Rallies sported a unique "Purdue University Northwest" design.
Student organizations and department tabling were well represented during the Welcome Rallies.
Students got inspired and explored the amazing resources and student organizations across our campuses!
We kicked off the year with celebration and excitement as we welcomed our newest students at New Student Orientation!
Sharing laughs and savoring delicious food as the vibrant energy of the welcome rally filled the air!
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.
Show your pride! PNW has more than 80 student organizations to help you develop your passion and connect with friends.
To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.
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