Purdue Alumni Club of Chicago

04/05/2026

Join fellow Big Ten alumni for the inaugural Big Ten Latino Happy Hour! 🎉

Let’s celebrate community, culture, and show off that Boilermaker pride 💛🖤

📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 The Output | Chicago

✨ Free event — all are welcome!
🔗 Register at the link in bio

Bring your friends, rep your school, and come ready to connect!

03/18/2026

⛳ Tee off with fellow Boilermakers!

Join the Purdue Alumni Club of Chicago for our Annual Golf Outing on Friday, June 12 at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club! Enjoy 18 holes of golf, a post-round luncheon, and a full day of connecting with the Chicago-area Purdue community.

Register as an individual or grab your crew and sign up as a foursome (all golfer names required at registration). This event is our largest scholarship fundraiser of the year, supporting local Purdue students—so your day on the course makes a real impact.

🏌️‍♂️ Special guest speaker announcement coming soon!
💰 Early bird pricing available through May 1

📅 Mark your calendars and secure your spot today with the link in our profile!

03/12/2026

🔥 Boilermakers in Chicago — Let’s Rally! 🚂

You’re invited to join fellow Purdue alumni, fans, and friends at The Perch Kitchen & Tap — your official Purdue fan headquarters in Chicago — as we cheer on the Boilermakers during the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament!

📍 The Perch Kitchen & Tap
1932 W Division St
Chicago, IL

🏀 Purdue’s first game:
Thursday, March 12
Approx. 5:30 PM CT

🎉 Game Watch Details
• Free entry — no registration required
• Events begin 2 hours before each Purdue game
• Seating is first come, first served
• Guests responsible for their own food & drinks

🚐 Getting to the Game
The Perch is less than 2 miles from the United Center.
A one-way shuttle service from The Perch to the United Center will be available before the game. Riders are responsible for their own transportation after the game.

🅿️ Parking
Street parking is available near the restaurant for a fee.
More options: parkchicago.com

Bring your black & gold and let’s make The Perch the loudest Purdue spot in Chicago!

03/02/2026

🏀 Boiler Up, Chicago! 🖤💛

The Purdue Alumni Club of Chicago – Young Alumni Committee is back with another Game Watch — and you’re invited!

📅 Saturday, March 7
⏰ Tip-off: 3:00 PM CST
📍 Avenue Tap & Kitchen

🍻 Happy Hour beforehand!
Join fellow Boilermakers early from 2:00–3:00 PM to mix, mingle, and get game-ready.

All alumni, friends, and fans are welcome — wear your black & gold and come cheer Purdue to victory!

02/13/2026

🏀 Boiler Up, Chicago! 🖤💛

Join the Purdue Alumni Club of Chicago – Young Alumni Committee for our next Game Watch as the Boilermakers take on Indiana!

📅 Friday, February 20
⏰ Tip-off: 7:00 PM CST
📍 Avenue Tap & Kitchen

🍻 Happy Hour beforehand!
Come early to hang out with fellow alumni and friends from 5:30 – 7:00 PM before the game tips.

All alumni, friends, and fans are welcome — wear your black & gold and let’s pack the bar to cheer on Purdue!

01/27/2026

Attention Future Boilermakers! Apply for the Chicago Club’s scholarship today! Link in post and our bio.

Congratulations, future Boilermakers! 🎉

If you or a loved one received Early Action admission to Purdue, welcome to our Boilermaker family! 💛🖤

Don’t forget to explore Purdue Alumni Club scholarships! Local alumni clubs across the country proudly support incoming students through scholarships connected to their home communities. Applications are due February 1.

Learn more and apply at https://purdue.university/3Lgs03f.

01/27/2026

🏀 Purdue Alumni Watch Party 🏀

Join fellow Purdue alumni at Dave & Buster’s for one of the biggest rivalry games of the season as the Boilermakers take on Indiana!

📅 Friday, 2/20
🕡 Room opens: 6:30 PM
🕖 Tip-off: 7:00 PM
📍 Dave & Buster’s – Schaumburg

Big screens, game-day energy, and plenty of black & gold pride. Bring your Purdue gear and your loudest “Boiler Up!”

👇 Drop a comment if you’re coming — and tag a fellow alum who shouldn’t miss this!

01/23/2026

Join us on February 24th as we discuss the latest trends shaping the Chicago and Illinois real estate market and beyond. Whether you're looking to buy, rent, invest, or simply stay informed, this is for you! Don't miss out! Join us via zoom https://linktr.ee/PurdueClubofChicago

01/16/2026

🏀 Boiler Up! 🖤💛

Join us for a Purdue Men’s Basketball Watch Party with fellow Boilermakers!

📅 Saturday, 1/24
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Avenue Tap & Kitchen

Come for the game, stay for the food, drinks, and Purdue pride!

See you there!

01/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who showed up on Saturday for our winter party!

01/09/2026

We have added more spots! Get your tickets today!

As basketball season gets into full swing, we’re excited to invite you to our Winter Party! Join fellow Purdue alumni for a men’s basketball game watch as the Boilermakers take on Penn State at one of our favorite Chicago spots.

📅 Saturday, January 10
⏰ 1:00pm
📍 Park & Field
3509 Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

🎉 Come cheer on Purdue, reconnect with alumni, and enjoy a great game-day atmosphere.

👉 REGISTER HERE https://tr.ee/-Kf8Z7Si92