WKU Events

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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!

Exhibit

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