WKU Events

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

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Super Saturdays encourages students in grades 1 – 6 who are of high ability or have high interest in a topic to pursue their passions outside the regular classroom. Through a minds-on, hands-on approach to learning, students explore and investigate such areas as math, art, science, history, writing, music, and performance under the thoughtful guidance of experienced teachers and in the company of enthusiastic, like-minded peers. Each year, over 1000 students enjoy the benefits of Super Saturdays.

The Center offers two different three-week sessions of Super Saturdays each year. The first session is offered in the early fall and the second in the winter. Courses are listed by grade levels and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. When registering, you will submit the student’s top three class choices.  If the top (#1) choice is filled, they will be placed in the next available class. Students will be in the same class for all three Saturdays.  

Check Facebook for more information!

Game Theme: The Hilltoppers will celebrate Homecoming against New Mexico State on Nov. 1. Wear red! 

For more information on Homecoming activities, visit https://alumni.wku.edu/s/808/24/interior.aspx?sid=808&gid=1&pgid=289. 

For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football

Homecoming step show where the NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) member organizations compete. Intensity, themes, laughs, scripts that’s provided and presented as a SHOW! You will not be bored and the energy around you will shake the building.

$15 Pre-sale tickets (Sold in DSU from 12-2)
$20 Tickets at the door

https://www.instagram.com/wkunphc?igsh=MXFyNnhpczJzcGR6NA==

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

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WKU Flute Professor Dr. Heidi Álvarez faculty recital

Admission is free!

Dr. Emily Britton's horn studio class to perform their chamber recital

Admission is free!

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

Exhibit

https://wkusports.com/sports/mens-basketball

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

Exhibit

Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

Tailored for student veterans and military-connected students, this session will focus on financial strategies that align with military life and benefits. Topics include maximizing education benefits, using VA loans effectively, smart saving, transitioning to civilian or federal employment, and building long-term wealth. This session aims to empower students to take full advantage of the resources available to them. If you need the Zoom link, email military@wku.edu, and the link will be provided.

Western Kentucky University President Timothy C. Caboni announced nationally recognized researcher and bestselling author Dr. Jean Twenge as the speaker for the university’s third annual Presidential Speaker Series event. 

Dr. Twenge will deliver a keynote speech, How Changes in Technology Shape Each Generation. In this presentation, based on her widely acclaimed 2023 book Generations, she will reveal the three key forces driving generational change, examine the experiences and outcomes of the six living generations and share groundbreaking survey data that points toward future societal shifts.

Her presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, November 4, in WKU’s Van Meter Auditorium. 

Doors open at 6:15 p.m.  

Learn more at wku.edu/presidentialspeakerseries.

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

Exhibit

Elementary and middle school general education teachers as well as specialists will learn about and plan to make differentiation a routine classroom practice. Educators will bring an instructional unit of their choosing to adapt into a unit with tiered instruction to match learning experiences to student readiness based on preassessment data. Participants will receive a copy of Strategies for Differentiating Instructionby Julia L.Roberts and Tracy F. Inman. 

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

All staff members are invited to join the Staff Senate on November 5 at 10:30 a.m. at DSU Nite Class immediately following the November Staff Senate Meeting for the Fall Meet & Greet. There will be remarks and recognition of milestone years of service for WKU Staff members.

https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-basketball

Chamber Guitar students to perform their semester recital at the Recital Hall on November 5th at 7:30 pm! Please contact Mr. John Martin with questions. This is a free event!

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

Exhibit

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

This competitive juried exhibition showcases a selection of work in a variety of media created by students in the WKU Department of Art & Design.

Exhibit

Are you looking to network with employers in physical therapy and healthcare industries? Are you hoping to gain experience in your desired career field before graduating college? Then this opportunity is just for you! 

25 employers will be coming to WKU's Bowling Green campus, and they want to meet YOU! These employers will be expressing opportunities within their companies, such as networking events, internships, part-time/full-time jobs, and more. Why not take advantage of this free opportunity to showcase yourself in a positive light! So come on out and show them what you have to offer!  
 
Want to know how you can stand out from others? Register for the fair and find out! 

Log into Handshake for more details. If you don’t have a Handshake account, sign up here for free. 

Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Student recital - performers to be chosen by applied faculty

Admission is free!

The 2025 inductees to the Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame will be honored with a ceremony in the Gary Ransdell Hall Auditorium and reception in the Student Success Center on the first floor of Gary Ransdell Hall. 

For more information, visit: https://www.wku.edu/news/articles/index.php?view=article&articleid=12721 

The Governor Louie B. Nunn Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame was established in 2000 through a generous gift from former Governor Nunn, aimed at honoring the essential contributions of Kentucky’s classroom teachers and their positive impact on the state’s economy.

WKU was chosen as its home due to its century-long legacy in teacher education. Learn more at https://www.wku.edu/kythf/.

First-generation college students are trailblazers—working hard to overcome challenges, achieve their dreams, and prove that hard work can break barriers. ???? Come celebrate with food, music, and games while connecting with other first-gen students, faculty and staff advocates, and alumni!

This fun, come-and-go celebration will kick off a week of activities that raise awareness about the strengths first-gen students bring to campus and the challenges they continue to overcome. Stay for the short program, grab a plate, enjoy the music, and capture the moment with free headshots!

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Presented by the F1rstGen Initiative

For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball

ViolinFest Faculty Recital featuring

• Michael Barta, violin
• Rossana Cauti, viola
• Ching-Yi Lin, violin
• Andrew Braddock, viola
• Bill Cernota, cello

Repertoire TBA

The Southern KY Choral Society to perform at First Baptist Church on Friday, November 7th at 7:30 PM

Repertoire TBA

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Super Saturdays encourages students in grades 1 – 6 who are of high ability or have high interest in a topic to pursue their passions outside the regular classroom. Through a minds-on, hands-on approach to learning, students explore and investigate such areas as math, art, science, history, writing, music, and performance under the thoughtful guidance of experienced teachers and in the company of enthusiastic, like-minded peers. Each year, over 1000 students enjoy the benefits of Super Saturdays.

The Center offers two different three-week sessions of Super Saturdays each year. The first session is offered in the early fall and the second in the winter. Courses are listed by grade levels and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. When registering, you will submit the student’s top three class choices.  If the top (#1) choice is filled, they will be placed in the next available class. Students will be in the same class for all three Saturdays.

For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball

Join us in celebrating our veterans. Following the BG Veteran’s Parade on Saturday, November 8 from 1-4 PM: WWI & II artifacts from our collection, presentations by military historians, children’s activities and more! Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

https://www.wku.edu/kentuckymuseum/

Participants of the 2025 Violin Fest to perform their final recital on Saturday, November 8th at 5:00 PM

Please contact Dr. Ching-Yi Lin with questions!

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Faculty Brass Quintet Recital featuring:

-Dr. Sarah Herbert, trumpet

-Halston Soder, trumpet

-Emily Britton, horn

-Jefferson Tunks, trombone

-Christopher Schmidt, tuba

Music major Colby Monarch to perform his Senior Recital

Admission is free!

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Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-basketball

Taking place every second Tuesday of the month until the end of the semester. Please meet in the lobby of Kelly Thompson Hall (KTH) at 8 pm for a magical night of stargazing using large telescopes. For more information and accessibility options contact the Hilltopper Astronomy Club (HAC) at maxx.haehn@wku.edu. If the skies are not clear on this night, we will have a rain date on Thursday of the same week.

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Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

Explore the 10 dimensions of wellness at the annual HOPE ON THE HILL mental health event! 

November 12, 2025, 1-4 PM, DSU Lawn

Learn how to bring your research to life! Join our STEM Librarian, Ashley Orehek Rossi, and discover what makes a good research poster. Not only will these skills come in handy for students pursuing grants and conducting research here at WKU, but also for researchers interested in submitting poster proposals to academic conferences.

Register for this event in Suitable. Scan the QR during the session to complete this activity and earn points.

https://libcal.wku.edu/event/15320156

The Communication program at the School of Media & Communication will host its annual Kell Lecture on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Gary Ransdell Hall Auditorium.

This year's speaker is Amanda Belcher (B.A. '10, M.A. '18), Vice President of Human Resources at Sarah Cannon Research Institute, a joint venture of McKesson and HCA. Belcher earned her M.A. in Organizational Communication (2018), B.A. in Communication Studies (2010), and Certificate in Leadership Studies (2009) with a Minor in Spanish from the university.

Belcher will discuss communication practices in professional settings, workplace dynamics, and leadership strategies. She will draw from her experience directing human resources strategy and operations for a healthcare joint venture, where she guides organizational change, advances inclusion and belonging initiatives, and designs leadership development programs for thousands of employees across diverse teams.

The event is free and open to students, faculty, and the public.

The Communication program at the School of Media & Communication will host its annual Kell Lecture on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Gary Ransdell Hall Auditorium.

This year's speaker is Amanda Belcher (B.A. '10, M.A. '18), Vice President of Human Resources at Sarah Cannon Research Institute, a joint venture of McKesson and HCA. Belcher earned her MA in Organizational Communication (2018), BA in Communication Studies (2010), and Certificate in Leadership Studies (2009) with a Minor in Spanish from the university.

Belcher will discuss communication practices in professional settings, workplace dynamics, and leadership strategies. She will draw from her experience directing human resources strategy and operations for a healthcare joint venture, where she guides organizational change, advances inclusion and belonging initiatives, and designs leadership development programs for thousands of employees across diverse teams.

The event is free and open to students, faculty, and staff.

WKU's co-ed student organization, Delta Omicron, to perform their fall musicale on November 12th at 7:30pm in the Recital Hall!

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Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

Opera Theater 2025 Performance

Repertoire TBA

Tickets can be bought at the door!

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Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Student recital - performers to be chosen by applied faculty

Admission is free!

WKU Student Support Services – Disability and First-Generation Initiative to Host First-Generation Student Leadership Conference: “Unlock Your First-Gen Power”

Western Kentucky University’s Student Support Services – Disability (SSS-D) and the First-Generation Initiative are proud to announce the upcoming First-Generation Student Leadership Conference, to be held November 14–15, 2025, at WKU’s Bowling Green campus. This year’s theme, “Unlock Your First-Gen Power,” celebrates the strength, resilience, and leadership of first-generation college students through an empowering superhero storytelling lens. 

The conference will bring together an anticipated 75 first-generation students from across the region for two transformative days of inspiring keynote speakers, resource fairs featuring campus and community supports, and interactive workshops focused on leadership, academic success, and personal development.

Attendees will journey through four superhero-themed tracks:

• Student Wellness - Tools for mental health, stress management, and self-care
• College Success – Academic strategies, navigating college systems, and campus involvement
• Career & Graduate School Readiness – Resume building, graduate school prep, and professional pathways
• Financial Literacy – Budgeting basics, managing student aid, and planning for financial independence

“This conference is designed to uplift and empower first-generation students,” said Jimmie Martin, Director of Student Support Services – Disability. “By blending resources, mentorship, and community, we want students to see themselves as capable leaders who are ready to unlock their full potential.”

Students who have benefitted from WKU’s first-generation support programs echo the excitement. “Being a first-generation student can feel overwhelming, but WKU’s first-gen community has given me the tools and confidence to thrive. I can’t wait to attend the conference and connect with others who share this journey,” said Maria Lopez, WKU junior and First-Gen Scholar.

As a First-Gen Forward institution, WKU is dedicated to creating and sustaining programming that supports and celebrates first-generation students throughout their educational journeys.

Registration for “Unlock Your First-Gen Power” opens September 1, 2025, and is open to all first-generation college students in Kentucky and surrounding states. The deadline to register is November 1, 2025.

For more details and to register, visit: 1stgenconference.my.canva.site/wku-first-generation-leadership-conference or contact Ella Galvin.

Are you a nursing student looking to network with employers in healthcare industries? Are you hoping to gain experience in your desired career field before graduating college? Then this opportunity is just for you!

30 employers will be coming to the Medical Center - WKU Health Sciences Complex, and they want to meet YOU! These employers will be expressing opportunities within their companies. Why not take advantage of this free opportunity to showcase yourself in a positive light! So, come on out and show them what you have to offer!

Want to know how you can stand out from others? Register for the fair and find out!

Log into Handshake for more details. If you don’t have a Handshake account, sign up here for free. 

https://www.wku.edu/math/symposium2025.php

For more information: Mills Real Estate & Auction Co. 

To bid & view pictures: Mills Real Estate & Auction Co.

Auction Preview: Thursday, November 13 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-basketball

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https://www.wku.edu/math/symposium2025.php

WKU Student Support Services – Disability and First-Generation Initiative to Host First-Generation Student Leadership Conference: “Unlock Your First-Gen Power”

Western Kentucky University’s Student Support Services – Disability (SSS-D) and the First-Generation Initiative are proud to announce the upcoming First-Generation Student Leadership Conference, to be held November 14–15, 2025, at WKU’s Bowling Green campus. This year’s theme, “Unlock Your First-Gen Power,” celebrates the strength, resilience, and leadership of first-generation college students through an empowering superhero storytelling lens.

The conference will bring together an anticipated 75 first-generation students from across the region for two transformative days of inspiring keynote speakers, resource fairs featuring campus and community supports, and interactive workshops focused on leadership, academic success, and personal development.

Attendees will journey through four superhero-themed tracks:

• Student Wellness - Tools for mental health, stress management, and self-care
• College Success – Academic strategies, navigating college systems, and campus involvement
• Career & Graduate School Readiness – Resume building, graduate school prep, and professional pathways
• Financial Literacy – Budgeting basics, managing student aid, and planning for financial independence

“This conference is designed to uplift and empower first-generation students,” said Jimmie Martin, Director of Student Support Services – Disability. “By blending resources, mentorship, and community, we want students to see themselves as capable leaders who are ready to unlock their full potential.”

Students who have benefitted from WKU’s first-generation support programs echo the excitement. “Being a first-generation student can feel overwhelming, but WKU’s first-gen community has given me the tools and confidence to thrive. I can’t wait to attend the conference and connect with others who share this journey,” said Maria Lopez, WKU junior and First-Gen Scholar.

As a First-Gen Forward institution, WKU is dedicated to creating and sustaining programming that supports and celebrates first-generation students throughout their educational journeys.

Registration for “Unlock Your First-Gen Power” opens September 1, 2025, and is open to all first-generation college students in Kentucky and surrounding states. The deadline to register is November 1, 2025.

For more details and to register, visit: 1stgenconference.my.canva.site/wku-first-generation-leadership-conference or contact Ella Galvin. 

Game Theme: The Hilltoppers will celebrate Senior Day against "100 Miles of Hate" rival Middle Tennessee on Nov. 15.

For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football

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https://wkusports.com/sports/mens-basketball

Please contact Dr. Sarah Herbert with questions about this recital. 

This is a free event! 

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

International Tea, Coffee & Snack Hour

https://wkusports.com/sports/mens-basketball

WKU Forensics hopes you can join us Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 7:00PM-8:15PM in OCH 1006 (Ogden Auditorium) for our annual Meet the Team Showcase! The event features a range of performances in interpretation events, public address, limited preparation, and debate.  Come get to know the members of the National and International Championship Forensics Team. Doors open at 6:30PM. Free to all!

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

The WKU Market on the Avenue is a collaborative outdoor pop-up farmers market hosted by the WKU Restaurant Group and the WKU Office of Sustainability. It offers a fun and educational experience for students, highlighting the value of shopping local while showcasing a wide variety of goods and services from community vendors. 

Graduating students! Have you ever wondered how you will maintain your research once you moved on from WKU, when you will no longer be able to access WKU Libraries' resources? Have no fear! STEM Librarian Ashley Orehek Rossi will be sharing research best practices that don't depend on a student ID, such as alternative and open access resources. We will set you up for success, even after graduation!

Register for this event in Suitable.

https://libcal.wku.edu/event/15320096

https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-basketball

The WKU Steelband Ensemble to perform on November 19th at 7:30 PM

Tickets can be bought at the door!

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

WKU Cello Studio and community cello members to perform

Admission is free!

The WKU Symphonic Band to hold their concert at Bowling Green High School (1801 Rockingham Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42104). Admission is FREE!! 

Repertoire TBA

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Student recital - performers to be chosen by applied faculty

Admission is free!

Join other first-generation students, faculty & staff advocates, and alumni advocates for an informal lunch! ???? This drop-in event is a great chance to connect, share stories, and build meaningful relationships. Whether you stay for the whole time or just stop by, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social, academic, and professional network—you may even meet your next mentor!

???? Want a Fresh Pass? Passes are available to those who RSVP in Suitable in advance.  Additional details are available in the Suitable activity description.

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Presented by the F1rstGen Initiative

Mathematics Department Meeting

The WKU Dance Company will bring enchantment, excitement, and whimsy to the stage! This family friendly concert will mesmerize audiences of all ages with a variety of ballet, jazz, modern, and tap dance choreography. The dancers will take the audience on an adventure through our favorite childhood boardgame and characters of Candyland!

November 21 - 23, 2025
Van Meter Auditorium
Friday & Saturday at 7:30 P.M. CST
Sunday at 2:00 P.M. CST

Tickets: Adults $16
All Students $5
All ages! Family friendly! 

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

The WKU Dance Company will bring enchantment, excitement, and whimsy to the stage! This family friendly concert will mesmerize audiences of all ages with a variety of ballet, jazz, modern, and tap dance choreography. The dancers will take the audience on an adventure through our favorite childhood boardgame and characters of Candyland!

November 21 - 23, 2025
Van Meter Auditorium
Friday & Saturday at 7:30 P.M. CST
Sunday at 2:00 P.M. CST

Tickets: Adults $16
All Students $5
All ages! Family friendly! 

Western Kentucky Physics Olympics is a half-day competition consisting of a pentathlon of challenging problem-solving activities that reward teamwork, creativity, and communication. Western Kentucky University's Department of Physics and Astronomy invites teams of high school students to register for and compete in the Western Kentucky Physics Olympics at WKU's main campus every year. For more information click on the following link https://www.wku.edu/physics/physics_olympics/mainolympics.php

We highly encourage families that are considering The Gatton Academy to attend one of our Preview Days held on the WKU campus. The Gatton Academy is a program for gifted and talented juniors and seniors in high school who apply during their sophomore year. Preview Days are a wonderful opportunity for prospective applicants and their families to meet with current Gatton Academy students and their families, visit our campus, and gain a better understanding of student life at The Gatton Academy. 

Join us for an On-Campus Preview Day on November 22, 2025. Registration is required via the link below by November 20. If the registration deadline has passed, but you would still like to attend, email us at academy@wku.edu or call 270-745-6565. 

https://apply.wku.edu/register/gattonpreviewdaynov25

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

The WKU Dance Company will bring enchantment, excitement, and whimsy to the stage! This family friendly concert will mesmerize audiences of all ages with a variety of ballet, jazz, modern, and tap dance choreography. The dancers will take the audience on an adventure through our favorite childhood boardgame and characters of Candyland!

November 21 - 23, 2025
Van Meter Auditorium
Friday & Saturday at 7:30 P.M. CST
Sunday at 2:00 P.M. CST

Tickets: Adults $16
All Students $5
All ages! Family friendly! 

Join the WKU Jazz Band at The Capitol Theatre on Sunday, November 23rd! 

Time TBA

Tickets TBA

Repertoire TBA

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

Our First Steps session will cover all of your global learning options as a WKU student, where to find resources, how to get started finding the best program for you, and what the application process looks like.

Meet with Global Learning Ambassadors to learn about global learning opportunities, ask questions, receive help on the process, and more!

Exhibit

This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

All WKU offices closed November 26-28 for Thanksgiving Hoilday Break; no classes. 

Academic Calendar

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

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This group exhibition presents the work of Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in Fall 2025.

All residence halls reopen from Thanksgiving Break on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Noon. 

PFT and Center Hall remain open during the break.