Belonging
Afro-Latino Founding of the American Colonies
This event explores the Afro-Latinx founding of the American Colonies specifically, looking at the Florida region of the US.
Looking Local: East Chicago’s Latina/o Histories
This two-part event explores the rich history of Latinas and Latinos in East Chicago, Indiana.
The Borders of Queer Latinidad
This events starts a conversation about Queer Latinidad, an imaginary community situated at the intersections of race, gender, sexuality and nation.
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Join us as we celebrate the diversity and richness of the Hispanic/Latinx community. Free food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities will be offered.
Angela Cervantes Book Talk
Join us on the Hammond and Westville campuses as award-winning author Angela Cervantes tells the story about her journey from a shy girl to publishing her first novel. Angela wrote the junior novelization of Disney/Pixar’s Coco. This fall, her junior novel for Disney’s new animated film, Encanto, will be out.
Building Community Through the Arts: Day of the Dead Celebration
Join us for a Day of the Dead celebration! The event will have food, fun, games, music and dance. It will be family friendly and open to the community.
Global Food Festival
Join us for free food from around the globe at the White Lodging School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, presented by PNW HTM students.
Sinai Forum: On Justice and Mercy with Bryan Stevenson
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for On Justice and Mercy with Bryan Stevenson.
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Event
Join us for the 27th annual region-wide MLK Community Event! PNW invites the Northwest Indiana community to a program celebrating diversity and inclusion through the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Black Excellence Brunch
A special catered brunch for PNW Black students, faculty, staff and esteemed allies. This is a space where young Black people can come together and build with one another.