Student Life
What ‘Secret’ Reveals: Secret Languages of Women and LGBTQ+ Communities Worldwide
Fulbright Scholar Mashrur Hossain surveys secret languages such as Nüshu (“women's writing” in Chinese) and Polari (London’s “gay language”) and examines Oolti Bhasha, the secret language used by transgender South Asian hijras.
Essay Writing Contest – “What The Eyes Don’t See”
PNW students, craft and submit an argument for the best solution(s) to secure access to clean, freshwater for all people in the Great Lakes region and be entered to win an iPad!
Let’s Talk About Artivism: Creating Racial, Gender, and Economic Justice through Art, Dance, and Music
Choreographer and artivist will discuss the power and impact of creative arts in bringing about racial, gender, and economic justice on a local and global scope.
Identifying Credible Sources of Health Info Online Webinar
Join sports dietician Jessica Isaacs for a webinar on how to identify credible sources of health information online. She is the team sports dietitian for the LA Clippers and operates a private practice.
Meet and Greet and Latinx Trivia Night
Meet and greet PNW's Director of Hispanic Serving Institution Initiatives, Iris E. Sanchez. Join us for Latinx Trivia featuring FREE food, prizes, music and more!
Sinai Forum: Into the Icy Realm with Paul Nicklen
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for Into the Icy Realm with Paul Nicklen. Paul Nicklen is a Canadian photographer, filmmaker, and marine biologist who has documented the beauty and the plight of our planet for over twenty years.
One Book, One University: A Conversation with Mona Hanna-Attisha
Join us for a conversation with Mona Hanna-Attisha, author of What The Eyes Don't See.
Roaring Loud
PNW students, join us for a free dance party when DJ Diesel (aka Shaq!) comes to campus April 8 for Roaring Loud. This fun, free celebration is the showcase student event for PNW’s yearlong “Roaring Ahead” celebration.
Podcast Party: Unleaded – Flint Water Crisis
Hear how Flint’s history shaped the government failures that led to the Flint water crisis—and how distrust can devastate public health for poor, marginalized communities all across the United States.
Extensive Health Benefits of Being Physically Active
Small changes can make a big difference. Lecturer Hassan Naji expands on the many physical benefits of regular physical activity.