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Deadline: Spending Account Claims Submission
Employees who had 2024 flexible spending accounts have until March 31 to submit claims for reimbursement for expenses incurred in 2024.
PNW Student Conference Presentation Grant Deadline
This grant is available to support undergraduate and graduate students presenting projects and/or research at conferences or competitions.
Undergraduate Student Stipend and Engagement Award Deadline
The award will cover costs for a research project or academic engagement expenses, which can include student stipends or travel for academic engagement purposes.
Deadline to Claim 2024 Expenses
PNW employees have until March 31, 2025 to claim eligible Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account expenses incurred during the 2024 calendar year. Any funds remaining in your account after March 31, 2025 will be forfeited.
Normal Isn’t Real – Hammond Campus
Normal Isn’t Real – Hammond Campus
Join us for the movie screening of "Normal Isn't Real." This inspiring film features the stories of four young adults with LD/ADHD issues sharing their journeys to success in work and school, and the strategies they use to manage their challenges.
2 events,
Application Deadline: Women and Minorities in Water and Energy Sectors
The PNW Water Institute is looking for high school and college students interested in water, energy and environmental systems for sustainable agriculture and rural development. Participants will receive a $500 stipend.
2 events,
Intramural Fencing
Northwest Indiana Fencing Club and PNW Intramurals are teaming up to bring you this opportunity to learn the sport!
5 events,
Nomination Deadline: Research Board At-Large Faculty Positions
Today is the last day to submit nominations for the the PNW Research Board at-large positions.
PNW Alumni Hall of Fame Induction
Join us for the 2025 PNW Alumni Hall of Fame Induction. Honorees will be recognized on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Alumni Hall on the PNW Hammond campus.
2 events,
3 events,
Indiana State Science Olympiad
Indiana State Science Olympiad
PNW will host the top high school and middle school teams in Indiana to compete in STEM events on the Hammond Campus.
2 events,
2 events,
Accounts Payable Training
Accounts Payable Training
Join us for this in-depth training session which will cover what’s new and review all the steps involved in processing payments through the DIV process to effectively pay your vendors in a timely manner.
3 events,
CIVS Distinguished Speaker Seminar: Sara Hornby, “The Green Steel Revolution”
CIVS Distinguished Speaker Seminar: Sara Hornby, “The Green Steel Revolution”
You are cordially invited to attend a CIVS Distinguished Speaker Seminar, “The Green Steel Revolution” delivered by Sara A. Hornby, Ph.D.
Eid Al-Fitr Celebration
Eid Al-Fitr Celebration
Join us as we come together to celebrate Eid with joy, community and festivity!
3 events,
Healthy Relationships – Employee Wellness Workshop
Healthy Relationships – Employee Wellness Workshop
Join this webinar to learn about characteristics of healthy relationships and tips on how to sustain positive connections with others – whether that’s with family, friends or co-workers.
School of Education and Counseling Open House
School of Education and Counseling Open House
Explore, connect and learn about education programs at PNW — from Elementary Education with a Special Education concentration to Secondary programs in English, History and Math!
2 events,
PNW Athletics Today
PNW Athletics Today
Listen to Rick Costello, director of Athletics, and coach and student-athlete guests as they dive into the latest in PNW Pride Athletics!
3 events,
Last Day to Drop Spring 2025 Classes
Last Day to Drop Spring 2025 Classes
Last day to drop Spring 2025 classes ends at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11.
Faculty Senate Meeting (Hammond Campus)
Faculty Senate Meeting (Hammond Campus)
Faculty Senate meetings provide a platform to deliberate on important faculty and academic governance topics.
2 events,
Intramural Ghost Hunting
Intramural Ghost Hunting
Dare to step into the shadows and uncover the mysteries lurking in the Hammond Campus?
1 event,
2 events,
First-Gen Pride Grants – Application Deadline
Applications for the First-Gen Pride Grant are due by April 14.
4 events,
State Aid Deadline
PNW students, your FAFSA must be received by the Federal Processor by April 15, 2025 to be considered for most Indiana state aid.
Innovate WithIN Northwest Indiana Regional Pitch Competition
Innovate WithIN Northwest Indiana Regional Pitch Competition
Join us for this year's Region 4 Pitch Competition, hosted by The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest, where ten top high school teams from Northwest Indiana will showcase their groundbreaking business ideas!
3 events,
Heart Knowledge – Healthy Boiler Program
Having high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) significantly increases your risk for serious health conditions, including heart attack and stroke.
Arabic Letters and Henna: Get Acquainted with Arab Culture
Arabic Letters and Henna: Get Acquainted with Arab Culture
Join us for an immersion into the artistry of Arabic calligraphy and the intricate beauty of henna.
5 events,
Days of Discovery 2025
Days of Discovery 2025
Celebrate research, scholarship and creative activities during the 2025 PNW Days of Discovery.
Winning an Internal Grant: Tips, Challenges and Success Stories – PNW Faculty Panel
Winning an Internal Grant: Tips, Challenges and Success Stories – PNW Faculty Panel
Join us on Days of Discovery for a panel discussion with PNW faculty members!
Days of Discovery: Keynote Speaker
Days of Discovery: Keynote Speaker
Small molecules produced by bacteria have been essential components of antibacterial drug discovery, providing us with greater than half of the antibiotics used in the clinic. However, the discovery of new drug leads is being outpaced by the development of antibiotic resistance to current medicines.
“Fight Like A Girl” – Self-Defense for Women
“Fight Like A Girl” – Self-Defense for Women
The annual self-defense training for women, “Fight Like A Girl,” program returns to Purdue University Northwest.
2 events,
Celebrating Excellence: Taking PRIDE in Our Teaching
Celebrating Excellence: Taking PRIDE in Our Teaching
Celebrating Teaching Excellence: Taking PRIDE in Our Teaching. Join your colleagues for a day of sharing ideas, building community, and celebrating excellent teaching at PNW!
2 events,
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Hike (Sold Out)
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower Hike (Sold Out)
Are you interested in expanding your knowledge of wildflowers?
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
Chancellor’s Ball
Chancellor’s Ball
Join the Chancellor and Office of Student Life in recognizing students, faculty and staff that have helped to contribute to the campus community during the 2024-2025 academic year.
1 event,
Signing Day Graduation Celebration: Hammond
Signing Day Graduation Celebration: Hammond
We want to celebrate YOU! Come celebrate your graduation with the Career Center and the departments who have made an impact on your PNW journey.
4 events,
Signing Day Graduation Celebration: Westville
Signing Day Graduation Celebration: Westville
We want to celebrate YOU! Come celebrate your graduation with the Career Center and the departments who have made an impact on your PNW journey.
Arab American Heritage Month Music Festival
Arab American Heritage Month Music Festival
Join us in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month with music from diverse Arab nations and a delicious selection of Halal cuisine.
Technology Day Showcase
Technology Day Showcase
The College of Technology is hosting its annual Technology Day! High school students, alumni and PNW students are all encouraged to attend!
Start Your Journey (Westville)
Start Your Journey (Westville)
Register now for Start Your Journey at PNW—an open house where you’ll explore admissions, degree programs and financial aid opportunities on our Westville Branch Campus!
3 events,
The Summit: An Emerging of Ideas
“THE Summit: An Emerging of Ideas” offers a variety of features to help business owners at each stage of their journey
Roaring Loud
Roaring Loud
The PNW community can join us for a free concert as Daya comes to campus for Roaring Loud!
3 events,
Preview PNW
Preview PNW
Want to learn what it's like to attend Purdue University Northwest? This open-house experience shares how PNW offers real-world experience in 70+ areas of study.
Future Innovators Expo
Future Innovators Expo
Get ready for a day filled with tinkering, building and creating at CLCNWI's very first Future Innovators Expo open house.
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3 events,
Proposal Deadline: Graduate Research Awards
The PNW graduate research grants and awards for the upcoming academic year (2025-26) will open for proposals on Monday, March 24.
Play Day – Westville Campus
Play Day – Westville Campus
Don't let the end of the semester wear you down! Take a break with the Counseling Center and stop by for a day of play.
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3 events,
PNW Day of Giving 2025
Changing students’ lives starts with us! Purdue Northwest Day of Giving is the largest day-long online fundraising event for the university. For 24 hours, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community come together to create opportunities for PNW students.
Graduate Students – Final Exam Deadline for Spring CAND 99100 Registrants
Students for whom a final examination is required must complete all requirements for the examination by Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Play Day – Hammond Campus
Play Day – Hammond Campus
Don't let the end of the semester wear you down! Take a break with the Counseling Center for a day of play. Bring a friend and relax.