PNW Calendar
From giveaways at Welcome Weeks to the Mane Event, PNW has activities around the year to build fun, deepen learning and grow community connections.
Homecoming 2026
September 21 to September 27
Let’s come together for Homecoming 2026! Come out and experience our favorite HoCo traditions and create new memories during this annual celebration of PNW.
Acorn Concert Series
july 17 to september 25
Gabis Arboretum invites families to enjoy five evenings of live music as part of our annual concert series. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and make lasting memories together in a beautiful, family-friendly setting.
PNW Event Highlights
Sep 20
PNW Application Fee WaiverPNW will waive the $25 application fee for incoming first-year students from Sept. 1 to 30 as part of Indiana’s annual College GO! initiative,
Sep 21
21st Annual Chancellor’s Golf OutingThe 21st Annual PNW Chancellor’s Invitational Golf Outing will be held on Monday, September 21, at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana.
Sep 22
Fall 2026 Career ExpoThe PNW 2026 Fall Career Expo is a career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
All PNW Events
Sep 20
PNW Application Fee WaiverPNW will waive the $25 application fee for incoming first-year students from Sept. 1 to 30 as part of Indiana’s annual College GO! initiative,
Sep 21
21st Annual Chancellor’s Golf OutingThe 21st Annual PNW Chancellor’s Invitational Golf Outing will be held on Monday, September 21, at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana.
Sep 21
PNW United Way Campaign BeginsPNW faculty and staff are invited to participate in PNW’s 2026 United Way Workplace Campaign. Our partnership with United Way Northwest Indiana reflects a shared commitment to bringing people and organizations together to address our region’s most pressing needs.