Sinai Forum
Big names. Bigger ideas.
The Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum offers exceptional speakers exploring some of the most important issues of the day in an affordable town-hall setting.
Since 1953, the forum has brought world-renowned scholars, leaders, dignitaries, artists and personalities to Northwest Indiana.
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Announcing the 2024 Season!
A thought-provoking blend of presentations and speakers, the 71st Sinai Forum season continues our tradition of exploring the most important issues of the day.
Jim Gaffigan photo by Mark Seliger.
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From speakers to tickets, find answers to frequently asked questions about the Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum.
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Every donation to Sinai Forum in an investment in the power of ideas and the vitality of our region.
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We provide affordable, exceptional programming on important issues of the day in a town-hall format.
Upcoming Sinai Forum Events
Sep 15
Sinai Forum: Defending Democracy: A Conversation with Liz Cheney
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for Defending Democracy: A Conversation with Liz Cheney.
Oct 06
Sinai Forum: The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in the Age of Rage with Jonathan Turley
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in the Age of Rage with Jonathan Turley.
Nov 03
Sinai Forum: Building The Photo Ark: One Man’s Quest to Document the World’s Animals with Joel Sartore
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for Building The Photo Ark: One Man’s Quest to Document the World’s Animals with Joel Sartore.
Nov 24
Sinai Forum: Beyond Humor: An Afternoon with Jim Gaffigan
Join the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest for Beyond Humor: An Afternoon with Jim Gaffigan.