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Info for Current Students

News & Announcements

Inspired Home Show Student Experience Day

Connecting Students to Industry Innovation at the Inspired Home Show

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest partnered with the Inspired Home Show to bring students to the show’s Student Experience Day at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Cooper Olson Signs with the Indiana Sentinels of the FPHL

Senior goaltender Cooper Olson, who competed for PNW ACHA Division 1 Hockey, has signed a professional contract with the Indiana Sentinels of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, becoming the first player in program history to sign a professional deal.

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PNW invites prospective college students and their families to attend Preview PNW on Thursday, April 23 on the Westville campus and Saturday, April 25 on the Hammond campus.

Upcoming Events

All Events

Mar 29

Search for Leo: Treasure Hunt

Leos are hidden around campus, and current PNW students can find them to win big prizes, including a television, Nintendo Switch, massage gun and more!

Mar 29

Athletics Week Ahead

Come cheer on our PNW athletes this week!

Mar 29

2026 “Best of the Region” Voting Deadline

The polls are closing soon in the Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region contest. Please take the time to vote for PNW!

Mar 30

Roar Rally Pop Up

Something new is coming to PNW! Stop by our table for FREE PNW Lions giveaways.

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Days of Discovery

Thursday, April 16

Hammond Campus

Celebrate research, scholarship and creativity at PNW! The 2026 Days of Discovery event will feature a faculty panel, keynote speaker Lulu Miller and poster presentations from students and faculty.

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See Event Schedule

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Vote for PNW in “Best of the Region”

Vote for PNW in The Times of Northwest Indiana’s 2026 Best of the Region ballot!

Text 886 to (219) 697-6667 to vote PNW for Best College/University.

Vote once per day from any device through March 29 and show Northwest Indiana why PNW is the best!

See Other Ways to Vote for PNW

Resources

Need Help?

Dean of students

PNW’s Dean of Student office is your go-to resource for addressing student needs and offering information on PNW policies.

Finding Your Path

Advising at PNW

From exploring campus resources to choosing the right classes to meet your goals, your advisor can offer guidance on the best path at PNW.

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Plan Ahead

Classes and Courses

Stay the course to commencement—dive into PNW’s class schedules and course descriptions.

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Get Tech Help

Information Services

From accessing Brightspace to changing your password, get the help you need.

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Ask the Experts

Student Resources

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

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Stay on Track

Key Dates

From registration to commencement, check off the next milestone to success.

Brain Builders

PNW Libraries

Study space, computers and experts ready to help–find it all in PNW’s libraries.

Get PNW Gear

Bookstore

Get textbooks, notebooks and embrace your PNW Pride with t-shirts, hats, hoodies and more.