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Student Life Calendar

What's happening on campus? Find ways to have fun and meet new friends with PNW’s Student Life calendar!

Illustration of a guitar and musical notes over flowers and mushrooms with text: Acorn Concert Series, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest, Valparaiso.

Acorn Concert Series

June 20 Through September 12

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.

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Fall Welcome Rally

Westville – August 27

Hammond – August 28

Explore your roar at the PNW Welcome Rallies!

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Student Life Highlights

Jun 13

Taylor Swift: The Laser Show

Join us for a journey through all of Taylor Swift’s eras at The Laser Show on June 13, 2025!

Jun 19

Open Play Sand Volleyball

Gather your friends and get ready for open play sand volleyball!

Aug 15

The Beatles: Laser Light Show

Go on a musical voyage through the melodious history of the Fab Four at The Beatles Laser Light Show on August 15, 2025.

Aug 27

Westville Welcome Rally

Collect giveaways, connect with your fellow students and discover PNW resources and organizations at the Westville Campus’ 2025 Welcome Rally!

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Jun 13

Taylor Swift: The Laser Show

Join us for a journey through all of Taylor Swift’s eras at The Laser Show on June 13, 2025!

Jun 15

Father’s Day Fishing

Spend Father’s Day’s morning relaxing and fishing on our beautiful North Pond. It’s perfect fun for families and kids!

Jun 19

Open Play Sand Volleyball

Gather your friends and get ready for open play sand volleyball!

Jun 20

Acorn Concert Series: Kashmir (Led Zeppelin Tribute)

Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of Led Zeppelin with Kashmir, a revitalizing tribute band at the 2025 Acorn Concert Series!

Get Involved

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Student Organizations

From Spanish Club to our car-building Society of Automotive Engineers groups to student government, there are organizations for every passion and interest at PNW.

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Intramural Sports

Intramural sports are one of the best ways to get involved on campus and meet your fellow Pride members.

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Athletics

Paws Up, Roar Pride! Go inside PNW athletics, from basketball and baseball to cross country and golf.