The Point
The Point is your one-stop student support and success center that offers a true peer-to-peer experience to make you feel welcome and confident as you begin your PNW journey.
Students can ask questions, get connected to resources and learn more about being part of the Pride. Campus Ambassadors will plan and coordinate various hangouts and transition programming to help find your place on campus (or outside the classroom).
We believe some of the best community building happens at The POINT.
Essential Links
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Brightspace Student Hub
PNW’s learning-management service, Brightspace is where you’ll see information for your classes and connect with professors.
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myPNW
Also known as the PNW Portal, this two-factor authentication-protected intranet shares a range of resources. Pay your bills, register for classes and find key forms and links.
Academic Resources
PNW has plenty of free tools to help students succeed. Whether it’s meeting with your advisor, scheduling an appointment with the Writing Center or seeking Supplemental Instruction in one of your core courses, we encourage students to seek help early and often as you build a path to independent learning and success.
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Free for PNW students—get assistance doing your own work with our free, interactive sessions with faculty-recommended student tutors.
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Join free study sessions led by students with proven success in your courses! Our leaders are ready to assist you.
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Whether you’re looking to take a placement test or make-up exam, we offer an array of services in comfortable, full-service secure labs.
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Student, staff and faculty: we help you look at your writing more critically, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making suggestions for improvement.
Student Support Resources
At PNW, we’re committed to providing services and support to help you grow. We’re here to help, whether you’re discovering career opportunities, exploring counseling options or investigating accommodations that facilitate diversity, equity and inclusion.
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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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PNW’s Career Center facilitates the connections between employers and students that lead to successful outcomes and satisfying futures.
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The Counseling Center encourages and supports students in their educational pursuit by providing psychological counseling and educational services.
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We create an inclusive environment so students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in any course or program.
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International Student Services
We enhance the academic, cultural and social pursuits of students and scholars from abroad.
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Opportunities to work on campus are plentiful and diverse, ranging from research assistants to baristas.
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PNW offers health insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical and Prescription Drug Plan. Learn more about enrollment options and requirements.
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Get ready for classes with textbooks, backpacks, notebooks and electronic devices and embrace your PNW Pride with fan gear like t-shirts, hats, hoodies and more.
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The PNW Food Pantry is proud to address the growing challenge of food insecurity among college students.
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This ally-development program aims to create a visible network of support for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies at PNW.
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Step Up Bystander Intervention
Developed by the University of Arizona and the NCAA, this program educates people to recognize the continuum of violence.
Student Life Events
Feb 15
All about BeaversCome listen to Charles Olson, a beaver expert, talk about North America’s largest rodent.
Feb 16
Intramural 5-on-5 BasketballAre you ready to shoot your shot at the 5-on-5 Basketball Intramural?