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.
Oaktober Fest
Events throughout October
Kick off the season with fall fun at Gabis Arboretum’s first-ever Oaktober Fest with live music by Santeria: A Tribute to Sublime! The next day, enjoy Family Day with a magician, games and live animals. Also, don’t miss the Trail of Scarecrows and, for the brave, the Haunted Hike the following week!
Sinai Forum 2025
September 14 to December 7
Sinai Forum continues our proud tradition of bringing world-class speakers to Northwest Indiana. Explore our thought-provoking range of ideas and presenters.
PNW Event Highlights
Sep 25
PNW Application Fee WaiverNow is the perfect time to apply to Purdue University Northwest, as the $25 application fee for undergraduates will be waived from September 1 to September 30! Take the next step to success—apply to PNW today.
Sep 30
Guest Speaker – Gian Paul GonzalezWe’re excited to welcome Gian Paul Gonzalez to Purdue University Northwest!
Oct 02
Purdue Northwest Athletics TodayTune in to WJOB 1230-AM, 104.7-FM or JEDTV with your host, Rick Costello. View recordings of previous PNW Today programs here: PNW Today Playlist
Oct 03
Oaktober FestGabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest is excited to host its first-ever Oaktober Fest, a fall celebration of music, nature and community.
All PNW Events
Sep 25
PNW Application Fee WaiverNow is the perfect time to apply to Purdue University Northwest, as the $25 application fee for undergraduates will be waived from September 1 to September 30! Take the next step to success—apply to PNW today.
Sep 25
Jurassic World: Rebirth MovieGrab the popcorn and buckle up because Jurassic World: Rebirth is taking over the Mane Zone!
Sep 27
Native Seed Collecting at Gabis ArboretumJoin the Native Seed Collection at Gabis Arboretum on September 27, 2025.