Purdue University Northwest Events
Events
Birding Hike
Join us for a family-friendly guided hike with John and Jo Brugos. They are avid birders who have been running the bluebird monitoring program at Gabis Arboretum for years.
Spring 2026 Commencement
Congratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
Guided Hike With the Naturalist
Join us for a guided hike with the naturalist! Bring water and apply bug spray if needed.
Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night
Join us for our first Innovation dinner featuring Marcos Hori, founder of MEGUMI, a clear Nikkei kitchen concept inspired by the vibrant fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine
10th Anniversary Gala
Celebrate a decade of changing students’ lives with Purdue University Northwest at our 10th Anniversary Gala.
Branching Out: An Outdoor STEM Camp (Session 1)
Campers will explore wetlands, prairies and woodlands as they investigate nature's STEM wonders. Grades 2 to 6 can experience summer at Gabis Arboretum, which promises immersive learning, hands-on experiments, exploration of wildlife and habitats and more!
Golf Cart Tour – June 3, 2026
Join us on June 3, 2026, for a leisure drive through the Arboretum as the docent talks about the plants and animals that live at Gabis Arboretum.
History of the American Railroad Presentation
Step back in time at Gabis Arboretum for an immersive presentation that explores the American Railway System.
Golden Hour Railway Garden
As the Golden Hour hits, the shadows of our dwarf conifers stretch across the tracks, and the sunlight glints off the brass railings of the G-gauge locomotives.
Tree Hike with Lenny Farlee
Join Lenny Farlee on a summer tree identification hike! We will mostly be looking at the leaves, fruit, nuts, flowers of these trees.